Ford Model T: All Models 1909 to 1927

by Chris Barker, Neil Tuckett

Overview

The Model T Ford is unique. In 1920, more than half the cars in the world were Model Ts, and when production ended in 1927, 15 million had been built. Thousands survive to this day, and there's a worldwide community of enthusiasts who enjoy the Ford's simple practicality, robustness, and affordability. What's more, availability parts for cars and trucks is excellent.This book has been written by two expert enthusiasts with more than 50 years' and tens-of-thousands of miles combined experience of the Model T. It describes all the many variants and changes, and even explains how to drive a Model T - different, but not difficult. It helps you decide exactly what sort of Model T you want, and what to look for when you go to examine one.More than 70 contemporary and modern photographs accompany and support the text and tables.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781845849917
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing
Publication date:	05/15/2017
Series:	The Essential Buyer's Guide
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 7.60(h) x 1.30(d)

About the Author

Chris Barker began his career with Rootes Motors, and gained his degree in Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University. He soon moved to Westland Helicopters where he worked until retirement, having been Chief Designer for the Lynx and AW101 Merlin helicopters. He has owned his Sunbeam Alpine since 1973 and bought his second classic car, a 1926 Model T Ford Coupe, in 2002. In recent years he has restored machinery in his local Victorian twineworks, and has installed a 1927 oil engine to power it. He has written books and numerous articles on the Alpine and the Model T, and was co-author of a successful book on English Model T Fords. He is the Archivist for the Model T Ford Register of Great Britain, the UK owners' club for Model Ts. Neil Tuckett is a long-term enthusiast, restorer, dealer, and fount of knowledge. He still has his great-uncle's Model T van, in which he learnt to drive in 1978. He also owns the 'Golden Ford' - the restored Edwardian Model T racing car, which featured in the TV series 'Salvage Squad.'

Table of Contents

Introduction & thanks - the purpose of this book 3

1 Is it the right car for you? - marriage guidance 6

2 Cost considerations - affordable, or a money pit? 9

3 Living with a Model T - will you get along together? 11

4 Relative values - which model for you? 14

5 Before you view - be well informed 16

6 Inspection equipment - these items will really help 19

7 Fifteen minute evaluation - walk away or stay? 21

8 Key points - where to look for problems 23

9 Serious evaluation - 60 minutes for years of enjoyment 24

10 Auctions - sold! Another way to buy your dream 43

11 Paperwork - correct documentation is essential! 45

12 What's it worth? - let your head rule your heart! 48

13 Do you really want to restore? - it'll take longer and cost more than you think 50

14 Paint problems - bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles 52

15 Problems due to lack of use - just like their owners, Model Ts need exercise! 53

16 The Community - key people, organisations and companies in the Model T Ford world 55

17 Vital statistics - essential data at your fingertips 58

Index 64