The Ford Barn

dumb person · 01-04-2013, 02:40 PM

"Does it go?" *while filling it with gas*

"You need to have that car towed away!" Why not drive it away?

Wuudie · 01-04-2013, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harleyjj

They were convinced that some tattooed 30 something year old punk was tampering with museum property.
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I resemble that comment- except I'm 45

29ModelA · 01-04-2013, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wuudie

I resemble that comment- except I'm 45

Me too (@31), but mine is hidden for work reasons

The most common I get is "are you going to restore it?"

marc hildebrant · 01-04-2013, 03:44 PM

I enjoy answering the questions I get. I try to be polite even if the questions sound somewhat rude.

If I see people walking that are taking a "hard" look at the car, I'll often sound the horn and wave. Get's many laughs and waves back.

The questions and the waves are good for me and the hobby.

Marc

Jordan · 01-04-2013, 03:57 PM

Since I'm only 19, most common question is "Is that really yours?". and then it's "where do you buy tires?"

BobbyG · 01-04-2013, 04:19 PM

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"Why did you buy that - what are you going to do with it ?"

My answer ........... If you have to ask then you won't understand the answer.

oldmanandakid · 01-04-2013, 04:28 PM

Where did you get it?

After months of work the kid and I got the A running. As we pulled out onto the street I warned him, "This car is a chick magnet." Well the car stopped running at the stop sign down on the corner and as the kid and I stood there with our heads under hood a very old woman came by and said "I love your Model A.' When she left I nudged the kid and said, "See, chick magnet." He looked at me and said, "Man she's a cougar even for you."

The problem with the car? Out of gas! The problem with the kid? Lump on the head.

Fred K-OR · 01-04-2013, 04:48 PM

"Cool" (younger generation comment and not question)

mass A man · 01-04-2013, 04:59 PM

While at the local "cruise nights", I hear a lot of "that would be cool if it was rodded!" and at gas stations, most all young men give a "thumbs up" or something, but many girls and middle aged ladies seem to be completely oblivious to the truck. Older women always seem to stop and have a nice comment of Model A's in their memories. Some have vivid recollections of the old Fords.

Keith True · 01-04-2013, 05:30 PM

I mostly get,how fast does it go? I have a couple of original unrestored cars,and were untouched since the 50's. The only people that mention rodding them are friends who like to harass me.I was sitting in a diner a few years ago with my A pickup out front.An old boy got out of a car with a bunch of other people,and proceeded to point out things about the A he remembered from working on them during the war.As he walked around telling everybody about it he knocked on the front fenders,he hollered out,real steel,none of that plastic s--t here.We were giggling because the truck had fiberglass fenders.I had put them on temporarily 15 years earlier.We didn't say anything to embarrass him in front of his fans.One question I have been getting more of in the last few years is,what is the extra pedal? Seems like lots of people don't know what a clutch is.With my roadster pickup that is all painted up I get asked about where I bought it. When I say I built it they say,oh,it's a kit.Nope,just a pile of parts in the shed years ago.Where did you get the directions?Online?A lot of people just can't fathom building a car from scratch.

Clem Clement · 01-04-2013, 05:36 PM

"Who is that cool dude drivin!!!!!

Ed Saniewski · 01-04-2013, 06:22 PM

After asking " You drove that all the way from New Jersey?" the next question is " Ain't you worried it will break down?"

c125bob · 01-04-2013, 08:09 PM

I enjoy the questions and comments as well. It's a chance to promote the hobby. Young folks seem attracted to the car and I'll talk to them as long as they like. Most common questions are "What year is it" and "Where did you get it" ?

glenn in camino · 01-04-2013, 08:27 PM

Can you drive it on the freeway? How much is it worth? Did you restore it yourself?

Mitch//pa · 01-04-2013, 08:33 PM

i also like when people ask what's the rear shade for, with a snicker on their face.

A31Woody · 01-04-2013, 08:34 PM

I once came out to the parking lot after touring a winery with our club and there were three German tourists sitting in the front seat of my car, while the fourth snapped photos. One of them was even wearing my hat! They had the nerve to ask me to ask me the question everyone always asks... how much is this car worth?! grrr.

Mike Peters · 01-04-2013, 08:57 PM

What year?
Can you get tires?
How fast?
Where can I find a coupe for sale?
Nice car!
Can't honestly remember any negative comments ever.

BILL WILLIAMSON · 01-04-2013, 09:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by A31Woody

I once came out to the parking lot after touring a winery with our club and there were three German tourists sitting in the front seat of my car, while the fourth snapped photos. One of them was even wearing my hat! They had the nerve to ask me to ask me the question everyone always asks... how much is this car worth?! grrr.

Woody,
Would you expect anything "RESPONSIBLE" from a BUNCH OF DRUNKS? Bill W.

Also, many here are always saying, "There's no such thing as a dumb question." They abound out "there" along with some REALLY dumb answers! Bill W.

Henry's Lady · 01-04-2013, 09:16 PM

Many of the above, plus: does the top go down?

modelAtony · 01-04-2013, 09:45 PM

I live in the area that is in a high traveled area for tourists around Lafayette,la. I always have people asking me about the 31 tudor or the 29 roadster. Every saturday and sunday I have at least 10 people ask me about the car,

I'm in at the time. Resturants and swamp tours with people from Europe and Asia are the big thing and Canada every one wants to see someting CAJUN. I always talk with the people , let them take pictures and [ all you guys that are going to say ahh dont do that you will get sued, just keep quite and dont rattle my cage, cause I do it and like the enjoyment people get] I take people on a ride for about 3 miles everyone really has a great time. I have many addresses and telephone numbers from people that have ridden in my cars and they all tell me that if me and my family are in their part of the world please call ahead before we arrive and they will show us a great time. The most asked question I get is where do you find the tires ? have fun modelAtony Lafayette,la

01-04-2013, 02:40 PM	#41
dumb person Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: South pacific island Posts: 1,724	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? "Does it go?" while filling it with gas "You need to have that car towed away!" Why not drive it away? __________________ <Link> This is how we roll<Link> "I'm Convinced that no one really reads posts anymore; they just fabricate what they think the post says then ramble on about red herrings."--Bob Outcasts rules of old cars #1 Fun is imperative, mainstream is overrated #2 If they think it is impossible, prove them wrong #3 If the science says it impossible you are not being creative enough. #4 No shame in recreating something you never had #5 If it were not for the law & physics you would be unstoppable

01-04-2013, 03:44 PM	#44
marc hildebrant Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cape Cod Posts: 1,128	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? I enjoy answering the questions I get. I try to be polite even if the questions sound somewhat rude. If I see people walking that are taking a "hard" look at the car, I'll often sound the horn and wave. Get's many laughs and waves back. The questions and the waves are good for me and the hobby. Marc

01-04-2013, 03:57 PM	#45
Jordan Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ft. Worth Posts: 1,006	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? Since I'm only 19, most common question is "Is that really yours?". and then it's "where do you buy tires?" __________________ Cowtown A's

01-04-2013, 04:19 PM	#46
BobbyG Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 240	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) "Why did you buy that - what are you going to do with it ?" My answer ........... If you have to ask then you won't understand the answer.

01-04-2013, 04:28 PM	#47
oldmanandakid Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Southern Nevada Posts: 149	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? Where did you get it? After months of work the kid and I got the A running. As we pulled out onto the street I warned him, "This car is a chick magnet." Well the car stopped running at the stop sign down on the corner and as the kid and I stood there with our heads under hood a very old woman came by and said "I love your Model A.' When she left I nudged the kid and said, "See, chick magnet." He looked at me and said, "Man she's a cougar even for you." The problem with the car? Out of gas! The problem with the kid? Lump on the head.

01-04-2013, 04:48 PM	#48
Fred K-OR Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Stayton, Oregon Posts: 3,806	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? "Cool" (younger generation comment and not question) __________________ Fred Kroon 1929 Std Coupe 1929 Huckster

01-04-2013, 04:59 PM	#49
mass A man Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Danvers, Ma. Posts: 712	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? While at the local "cruise nights", I hear a lot of "that would be cool if it was rodded!" and at gas stations, most all young men give a "thumbs up" or something, but many girls and middle aged ladies seem to be completely oblivious to the truck. Older women always seem to stop and have a nice comment of Model A's in their memories. Some have vivid recollections of the old Fords.

01-04-2013, 05:30 PM	#50
Keith True Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Epping N.H. Posts: 2,987	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? I mostly get,how fast does it go? I have a couple of original unrestored cars,and were untouched since the 50's. The only people that mention rodding them are friends who like to harass me.I was sitting in a diner a few years ago with my A pickup out front.An old boy got out of a car with a bunch of other people,and proceeded to point out things about the A he remembered from working on them during the war.As he walked around telling everybody about it he knocked on the front fenders,he hollered out,real steel,none of that plastic s--t here.We were giggling because the truck had fiberglass fenders.I had put them on temporarily 15 years earlier.We didn't say anything to embarrass him in front of his fans.One question I have been getting more of in the last few years is,what is the extra pedal? Seems like lots of people don't know what a clutch is.With my roadster pickup that is all painted up I get asked about where I bought it. When I say I built it they say,oh,it's a kit.Nope,just a pile of parts in the shed years ago.Where did you get the directions?Online?A lot of people just can't fathom building a car from scratch.

01-04-2013, 05:36 PM	#51
Clem Clement Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 3,393	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? "Who is that cool dude drivin!!!!!

01-04-2013, 06:22 PM	#52
Ed Saniewski Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Denville NJ Posts: 964	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? After asking " You drove that all the way from New Jersey?" the next question is " Ain't you worried it will break down?" __________________ Model A Ford Club of New Jersey http://www.mafcnj.org Model A Pick Up Owners and Enthusiasts https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/group.php?groupid=5

01-04-2013, 08:09 PM	#53
c125bob Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Chattahoochee Hills, Ga Posts: 143	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? I enjoy the questions and comments as well. It's a chance to promote the hobby. Young folks seem attracted to the car and I'll talk to them as long as they like. Most common questions are "What year is it" and "Where did you get it" ? __________________ Bob 1930 Tudor Chattahoochee Hills, Ga

01-04-2013, 08:27 PM	#54
glenn in camino Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Camino, CA. Posts: 3,086	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? Can you drive it on the freeway? How much is it worth? Did you restore it yourself?

01-04-2013, 08:33 PM	#55
Mitch//pa BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 11,454	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? i also like when people ask what's the rear shade for, with a snicker on their face.

01-04-2013, 08:34 PM	#56
A31Woody Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Sunnyvale, CA Posts: 136	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? I once came out to the parking lot after touring a winery with our club and there were three German tourists sitting in the front seat of my car, while the fourth snapped photos. One of them was even wearing my hat! They had the nerve to ask me to ask me the question everyone always asks... how much is this car worth?! grrr.

01-04-2013, 08:57 PM	#57
Mike Peters Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: South East Wisconsin Posts: 1,279	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? What year? Can you get tires? How fast? Where can I find a coupe for sale? Nice car! Can't honestly remember any negative comments ever.

01-04-2013, 09:16 PM	#59
Henry's Lady Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 4	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? Many of the above, plus: does the top go down?

01-04-2013, 09:45 PM	#60
modelAtony Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: lafayette,la Posts: 459	Re: Most-asked question about your Model A? I live in the area that is in a high traveled area for tourists around Lafayette,la. I always have people asking me about the 31 tudor or the 29 roadster. Every saturday and sunday I have at least 10 people ask me about the car, I'm in at the time. Resturants and swamp tours with people from Europe and Asia are the big thing and Canada every one wants to see someting CAJUN. I always talk with the people , let them take pictures and [ all you guys that are going to say ahh dont do that you will get sued, just keep quite and dont rattle my cage, cause I do it and like the enjoyment people get] I take people on a ride for about 3 miles everyone really has a great time. I have many addresses and telephone numbers from people that have ridden in my cars and they all tell me that if me and my family are in their part of the world please call ahead before we arrive and they will show us a great time. The most asked question I get is where do you find the tires ? have fun modelAtony Lafayette,la