The Ford Barn

WEEKS 46 · 10-27-2011, 01:31 AM

Its unfortunate news to hear but sometime today a couple of my fellow Bakersfield Model A club members had their 1928 AR Model A Roadster stolen from their home (may currently have no top on it). I know we're mainly traditional hot rodders here but any help would be greatly appreciated towards the return of said car. I just read about the discovery of one of our fellow Hambers shoeboxes parts and about the sting operation they did to bring these criminals to justice. We all enjoy our cars and this couple has had this particular car for a very long time. Its very critical the word gets out to get this car back in one piece hopefully. Remember that spreading the gospel is about helping others in need and you would hope they do the same for you. Thank you for taking the time to read this post. If you have any information at this time I am putting up the Kern County Sheriffs office# to call (661)-861-3110

This is the only picture I have of it at this time.

WEEKS 46 · 10-27-2011, 06:57 AM

bttt

Honkey84 · 10-27-2011, 07:37 AM

It would be a good idea to post up as much info on the car that you can. What parts on the car, other stand out items, and the license plate number. Good luck and I hope this car get returned!

'29wagon · 10-27-2011, 08:08 AM

"Ah Yes", tell us more of what to look for, and how was that car taken ? what a shame.

Fred · 10-27-2011, 08:50 AM

Look for one with a OPEN END front bumper !! VERY RARE !!..

700rpm · 10-27-2011, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff/Illinois

Sad to say, but that baby is probably already parted out by now......

That's more like murder than theft.

Gravelroad · 10-27-2011, 03:47 PM

I feel very bad for the owners. Hope they get it back in tact.

Tinker · 10-27-2011, 03:54 PM

" Here is a link to the local news story with an interview with the 90m year old owner. What a shame.

http://www.kget.com/news/local/story...2ibWfPQRA.cspx

Link is from the hamb. Eyes are out there looking for it from all over.

jr-41ford · 10-27-2011, 09:18 PM

That is a real shame, he has had it for almost 50 years. It's like losing a member of the family.

It's a nice looking car too!

jcheshire31 · 10-27-2011, 09:29 PM

I'm sure the person who stole it knew what they were stealing seeing as how it's an early AR. I'd ask around the local clubs. They also had to know the neighborhood well enough to know when to spend all that time taking the door off. I'd keep an eye out on Ebay for sure.

james hitchcock · 10-27-2011, 09:32 PM

Keeping my eyes open. I live in Visalia about 50 miles North of Bakersfield.

WEEKS 46 · 10-27-2011, 09:49 PM

Heres the story that aired on the news last night, this really is a shame and I hope all your help pays off with the recovery. AR model A(s) have unique things about them, no door handles exterior wise, brake handle is on the left side of the car instead of center, wheels are specific, radius rods are way smaller in diameter where they meet the backing plates. Just some things to look for if it gets parted. Frames are unique too because the front crossmember has tabs for the engine to mount solid to the crossmember. Keeping the faith it will be found!-Weeks

News Story link below.

http://www.kget.com/news/local/story...2ibWfPQRA.cspx
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FL&WVMIKE · 10-28-2011, 12:29 PM

WEEKS 46 ...........................
I'm guessing that this "A" Model was not stolen, because it was an early 1928 model, but just because, it was a roadster. I'm guessing it will become a street rod on another numbered chasis.
Let's hope that someone on here knows someone who just "picked up" an "A" Model roadster body.
There can't be too many degrees of separation from the persons who stole it and Fordbarn and H.A.M.B. members !
String 'em up !
MIKE

sidevalve · 10-28-2011, 01:11 PM

[QUOTE=FL&WVMIKE;29681
[B]There can't be too many degrees of separation from the persons who stole it and Fordbarn and H.A.M.B. members ![/B]

I agree with Mike,
Somebody must hear of something in the future. There are so many barners and HAMBers that are good people in the model A and Hotrod community that hopefully something will catch one's eye.

Ned · 10-28-2011, 01:55 PM

The yellow trim is unique, might help identify it if it shows up on Ebay.

hardtimes · 10-28-2011, 06:10 PM

Yeah, the 'open' end bumpers are unique also!
BTW..talk about a coincidence...did you see the one just listed on the for sale side last night...except for colors...A CLONE and a beauty!

Everyone watch for the chassis for sale too, as I agree that whoever took it was stealing for the roadster body!!

IMO, most of us car people visit the various sites , shopping for PARTS. If my guess is anywhere correct(taken for body), there are many very valuable parts from this car, that will come up for sale, i.e.- top/chassis/engine/rad and shell..whatever for an AR 28....KEEP AN EYE FOR THESE THINGS!

FL&WVMIKE · 10-28-2011, 10:21 PM

This is a case against the guys that sell car titles ! Someone, just might obtain a title for this car.
Let's keep this thread near the top !
MIKE

WEEKS 46 · 10-29-2011, 01:21 AM

bttt

jr-41ford · 10-29-2011, 08:21 AM

Not saying I would, but my first choice for stealing a Model A would not be an AR. Too many odd ball parts, specific to the AR. If I would of know what an AR was when I bought my 1st Model A, I would not have. LOL

Being a roadster, I too think it was stolen for the body, to make a hot rod.

Sure hope it is found soon......

ct1932ford · 10-29-2011, 08:28 AM

Hope You get it back and the one's who stole it die a horrible death.

'29wagon · 10-29-2011, 09:01 AM

keep an eye out for those wheels, not going to fit a 5 on 5.5" bolt pattern.

Barry B./ Ma. · 10-29-2011, 02:35 PM

The hole pattern should be the same but the inner hub depth is noticeably narrower.

Fred · 10-29-2011, 07:42 PM

AGAIN, as I said !! The big give away here is the "FRONT OPEN END BUMPER" If it has not been stripped down by now it would have to be one of the first 200 or so made with it, & it is not a replacement "T" bumper.. Also it is "NOT" an "AR" car.. NO such thing ever made..

Chris Haynes · 10-30-2011, 05:59 PM

The Bakersfield area is full of thieves. A friend has some containers and trailers loaded with cars and parts on his 20 acres in Tehachapi, CA about 25 minutes from Bakersfield. They stole flathead engines out of a trailer. They cut locks off containers and removed cars out of them.

WEEKS 46 · 10-31-2011, 01:09 AM

Found intact only missing horn, spare tire, mirror. In a field out by Lamont. Back with the owner in a more secure area of town with his son. Thank you for all the help everyone. I am sure all the media exposure and people on the lookout scared the thieves into dumping the car. Got the message earlier tonight at our weekly sunday night coffee I got the details of the recovery. Sheriffs found it. Have a good night everyone and thank you again for all the help!-Weeks

model.A.keith · 10-31-2011, 02:36 AM

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Great News.........................!

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jr-41ford · 10-31-2011, 05:53 AM

That is great news!

Richard Wilson · 10-31-2011, 06:27 AM

Hoorah! The good guys finally win one.

Tinker · 10-31-2011, 07:35 AM

Yes!

sidevalve · 10-31-2011, 07:38 AM

Nice! A story with a happy ending. I'm very glad for the owner.

Elcastor · 10-31-2011, 07:43 AM

Great News!!

'29wagon · 10-31-2011, 08:13 AM

fingerprints, or any leads on the criminals ?

Fartman · 10-31-2011, 08:40 AM

thats wicked,the owner needs to go buy a very big dog..

Deluxe Delivery · 10-31-2011, 09:21 AM

I'd like to think that all the discussion on the barn might have played a small part in making folks aware of this. Very releived, and congrats to the law enforcement agency responsible! Most of all, I am happy for the owners. Well Done !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

700rpm · 10-31-2011, 10:54 AM

I'm happy for the owners, but this is a very weird story.

FL&WVMIKE · 10-31-2011, 12:33 PM

weeks 46 ........................
That is FANTASTIC ! Let's hope that your efforts on the FORDBARN and H.A.M.B. put the pressure on these cowardly thieves to give up on it !
MIKE

hardtimes · 10-31-2011, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WEEKS 46

Found intact only missing horn, spare tire, mirror. In a field out by Lamont. Back with the owner in a more secure area of town with his son. Thank you for all the help everyone. I am sure all the media exposure and people on the lookout scared the thieves into dumping the car. Got the message earlier tonight at our weekly sunday night coffee I got the details of the recovery. Sheriffs found it. Have a good night everyone and thank you again for all the help!-Weeks

YEAH..SCORE ONE FOR THE GOOD GUYS !

THE FIRST 'BEST' DEED OF THE YEAR AWARD...and the winner is WEEKS , eh!!!
Weeks..you were the genesis here and you deserve recognition for such!
The power of modern communication and of all in this hobby..did the job without a doubt !!
Don't think for a moment that the dirt bags that stole this car...didn't see that old car hobbyist STICK TOGETHER. Can you imagine the owners joy

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Mike V. Florida · 10-31-2011, 04:30 PM

I would like to think the heat was on with all the publicity and they gave up.

Bruce Adams · 10-31-2011, 06:43 PM

Channel 17 had a video and an article on the recovery

The good guys won again !

http://www.kget.com/news/local/story...v0cZ5Oblw.cspx

Franchise_24 · 10-31-2011, 07:42 PM

Glad to hear it!!

John Butts in CT · 11-01-2011, 03:19 PM

Kudos to the orchard owners who spotted and reported it, to the Sheriff's department, and to the guys who hauled it back to the owner.

10-27-2011, 01:31 AM	#1
WEEKS 46 Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bakersfield/Bakertucky, California Posts: 47	FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Its unfortunate news to hear but sometime today a couple of my fellow Bakersfield Model A club members had their 1928 AR Model A Roadster stolen from their home (may currently have no top on it). I know we're mainly traditional hot rodders here but any help would be greatly appreciated towards the return of said car. I just read about the discovery of one of our fellow Hambers shoeboxes parts and about the sting operation they did to bring these criminals to justice. We all enjoy our cars and this couple has had this particular car for a very long time. Its very critical the word gets out to get this car back in one piece hopefully. Remember that spreading the gospel is about helping others in need and you would hope they do the same for you. Thank you for taking the time to read this post. If you have any information at this time I am putting up the Kern County Sheriffs office# to call (661)-861-3110 This is the only picture I have of it at this time. __________________ Ah yes no more wierd formatted FordBarn Last edited by WEEKS 46; 10-31-2011 at 01:09 AM.

10-27-2011, 06:57 AM	#2
WEEKS 46 Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bakersfield/Bakertucky, California Posts: 47	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 bttt __________________ Ah yes no more wierd formatted FordBarn

10-27-2011, 07:37 AM	#3
Honkey84 Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: IL Posts: 32	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 It would be a good idea to post up as much info on the car that you can. What parts on the car, other stand out items, and the license plate number. Good luck and I hope this car get returned!

10-27-2011, 08:08 AM	#4
'29wagon Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: H.B. California Posts: 451	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 "Ah Yes", tell us more of what to look for, and how was that car taken ? what a shame.

10-27-2011, 08:50 AM	#5
Fred BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: California, Maryland Posts: 1,421	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Look for one with a OPEN END front bumper !! VERY RARE !!..

10-27-2011, 03:47 PM	#7
Gravelroad Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Eastern Washington Sagebrush and Scabrock Posts: 65	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 I feel very bad for the owners. Hope they get it back in tact.

10-27-2011, 03:54 PM	#8
Tinker Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: MN Posts: 7,053	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 " Here is a link to the local news story with an interview with the 90m year old owner. What a shame. http://www.kget.com/news/local/story...2ibWfPQRA.cspx Link is from the hamb. Eyes are out there looking for it from all over. Last edited by Tinker; 10-27-2011 at 04:01 PM. Reason: fixed link

10-27-2011, 09:18 PM	#9
jr-41ford Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Pasco, Washington (USA) Posts: 241	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 That is a real shame, he has had it for almost 50 years. It's like losing a member of the family. It's a nice looking car too!

10-27-2011, 09:29 PM	#10
jcheshire31 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 109	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 I'm sure the person who stole it knew what they were stealing seeing as how it's an early AR. I'd ask around the local clubs. They also had to know the neighborhood well enough to know when to spend all that time taking the door off. I'd keep an eye out on Ebay for sure.

10-27-2011, 09:32 PM	#11
james hitchcock Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Visalia Ca. Posts: 617	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Keeping my eyes open. I live in Visalia about 50 miles North of Bakersfield.

10-27-2011, 09:49 PM	#12
WEEKS 46 Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bakersfield/Bakertucky, California Posts: 47	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Heres the story that aired on the news last night, this really is a shame and I hope all your help pays off with the recovery. AR model A(s) have unique things about them, no door handles exterior wise, brake handle is on the left side of the car instead of center, wheels are specific, radius rods are way smaller in diameter where they meet the backing plates. Just some things to look for if it gets parted. Frames are unique too because the front crossmember has tabs for the engine to mount solid to the crossmember. Keeping the faith it will be found!-Weeks News Story link below. http://www.kget.com/news/local/story...2ibWfPQRA.cspx __________________ __________________ Ah yes no more wierd formatted FordBarn

10-28-2011, 12:29 PM	#13
FL&WVMIKE Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Daytona Beach, Fl & Spencer, W. Va, Posts: 4,442	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 WEEKS 46 ........................... I'm guessing that this "A" Model was not stolen, because it was an early 1928 model, but just because, it was a roadster. I'm guessing it will become a street rod on another numbered chasis. Let's hope that someone on here knows someone who just "picked up" an "A" Model roadster body. There can't be too many degrees of separation from the persons who stole it and Fordbarn and H.A.M.B. members ! String 'em up ! MIKE

10-28-2011, 01:11 PM	#14
sidevalve Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: cream ridge, nj Posts: 173	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 [QUOTE=FL&WVMIKE;29681 [B]There can't be too many degrees of separation from the persons who stole it and Fordbarn and H.A.M.B. members ![/B] I agree with Mike, Somebody must hear of something in the future. There are so many barners and HAMBers that are good people in the model A and Hotrod community that hopefully something will catch one's eye. __________________ Matt from central Jersey

10-28-2011, 01:55 PM	#15
Ned Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 51	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 The yellow trim is unique, might help identify it if it shows up on Ebay.

10-28-2011, 06:10 PM	#16
hardtimes Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: South California Posts: 6,188	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Yeah, the 'open' end bumpers are unique also! BTW..talk about a coincidence...did you see the one just listed on the for sale side last night...except for colors...A CLONE and a beauty! Everyone watch for the chassis for sale too, as I agree that whoever took it was stealing for the roadster body!! IMO, most of us car people visit the various sites , shopping for PARTS. If my guess is anywhere correct(taken for body), there are many very valuable parts from this car, that will come up for sale, i.e.- top/chassis/engine/rad and shell..whatever for an AR 28....KEEP AN EYE FOR THESE THINGS! Last edited by hardtimes; 10-29-2011 at 03:41 PM. Reason: ADD....

10-28-2011, 10:21 PM	#17
FL&WVMIKE Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Daytona Beach, Fl & Spencer, W. Va, Posts: 4,442	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 This is a case against the guys that sell car titles ! Someone, just might obtain a title for this car. Let's keep this thread near the top ! MIKE Last edited by FL&WVMIKE; 10-29-2011 at 09:32 AM.

10-29-2011, 01:21 AM	#18
WEEKS 46 Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bakersfield/Bakertucky, California Posts: 47	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 bttt __________________ Ah yes no more wierd formatted FordBarn

10-29-2011, 08:21 AM	#19
jr-41ford Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Pasco, Washington (USA) Posts: 241	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Not saying I would, but my first choice for stealing a Model A would not be an AR. Too many odd ball parts, specific to the AR. If I would of know what an AR was when I bought my 1st Model A, I would not have. LOL Being a roadster, I too think it was stolen for the body, to make a hot rod. Sure hope it is found soon......

10-29-2011, 08:28 AM	#20
ct1932ford Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: CT. Posts: 596	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Hope You get it back and the one's who stole it die a horrible death. __________________ A man should do what he thinks best! "The Duke"

10-29-2011, 09:01 AM	#21
'29wagon Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: H.B. California Posts: 451	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 keep an eye out for those wheels, not going to fit a 5 on 5.5" bolt pattern.

10-29-2011, 02:35 PM	#22
Barry B./ Ma. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southbridge, Ma. Posts: 1,614	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 The hole pattern should be the same but the inner hub depth is noticeably narrower.

10-29-2011, 07:42 PM	#23
Fred BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: California, Maryland Posts: 1,421	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 AGAIN, as I said !! The big give away here is the "FRONT OPEN END BUMPER" If it has not been stripped down by now it would have to be one of the first 200 or so made with it, & it is not a replacement "T" bumper.. Also it is "NOT" an "AR" car.. NO such thing ever made..

10-30-2011, 05:59 PM	#24
Chris Haynes Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Camarillo, CA and Pine Grove, CA Posts: 2,832	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 The Bakersfield area is full of thieves. A friend has some containers and trailers loaded with cars and parts on his 20 acres in Tehachapi, CA about 25 minutes from Bakersfield. They stole flathead engines out of a trailer. They cut locks off containers and removed cars out of them. __________________ 1921 Runabout 1930 Tudor Early 1930 AA Speed costs money. How fast do you want to go?

10-31-2011, 01:09 AM	#25
WEEKS 46 Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bakersfield/Bakertucky, California Posts: 47	Re: STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Found intact only missing horn, spare tire, mirror. In a field out by Lamont. Back with the owner in a more secure area of town with his son. Thank you for all the help everyone. I am sure all the media exposure and people on the lookout scared the thieves into dumping the car. Got the message earlier tonight at our weekly sunday night coffee I got the details of the recovery. Sheriffs found it. Have a good night everyone and thank you again for all the help!-Weeks __________________ Ah yes no more wierd formatted FordBarn

10-31-2011, 02:36 AM	#26
model.A.keith Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Uk Posts: 25	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Great News.........................! .

10-31-2011, 05:53 AM	#27
jr-41ford Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Pasco, Washington (USA) Posts: 241	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 That is great news!

10-31-2011, 06:27 AM	#28
Richard Wilson Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NC Posts: 908	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Hoorah! The good guys finally win one.

10-31-2011, 07:35 AM	#29
Tinker Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: MN Posts: 7,053	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Yes!

10-31-2011, 07:38 AM	#30
sidevalve Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: cream ridge, nj Posts: 173	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Nice! A story with a happy ending. I'm very glad for the owner. __________________ Matt from central Jersey

10-31-2011, 07:43 AM	#31
Elcastor Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon and Baja Mexico Posts: 617	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 Great News!! __________________ Ben Purkey Mexico and the Pacific NW http://www.martin-parry.com/

10-31-2011, 08:13 AM	#32
'29wagon Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: H.B. California Posts: 451	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 fingerprints, or any leads on the criminals ?

10-31-2011, 08:40 AM	#33
Fartman Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: adelaide,australia Posts: 99	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 thats wicked,the owner needs to go buy a very big dog..

10-31-2011, 09:21 AM	#34
Deluxe Delivery Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 370	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 I'd like to think that all the discussion on the barn might have played a small part in making folks aware of this. Very releived, and congrats to the law enforcement agency responsible! Most of all, I am happy for the owners. Well Done !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

10-31-2011, 10:54 AM	#35
700rpm Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 5,906	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 I'm happy for the owners, but this is a very weird story.

10-31-2011, 12:33 PM	#36
FL&WVMIKE Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Daytona Beach, Fl & Spencer, W. Va, Posts: 4,442	Re: FOUND!!!!!! STOLEN roadster Bakersfield,Ca October 26th 2011 weeks 46 ........................ That is FANTASTIC ! Let's hope that your efforts on the FORDBARN and H.A.M.B. put the pressure on these cowardly thieves to give up on it ! MIKE