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bobpo 01-20-2012 09:15 AM

OUTNUMBERED IN Model A's
 

Over the couple of years that I've been a member on this site, I've begun to realize that many of you own SEVERAL MODEL A's. I have ONLY ONE.
It's made me wonder how many others ONLY OWN ONE Model A.

So this is my Question; How many of you Only Own One ???? :confused:

V4F 01-20-2012 09:22 AM

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i only have one . cant afford more & no space either . but the one i have is my best friend . we talk daily !! .............. steve

charlesea 01-20-2012 09:26 AM

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I have 2, a 31 Tudoe and a 29 Fodor. Both are used on tours. I pat them on the rear almost every day.

Farrell In Vancouver 01-20-2012 09:37 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bobpo (Post 347213)
Over the couple of years that I've been a member on this site, I've begun to realize that many of you own SEVERAL MODEL A's. I have ONLY ONE.
It's made me wonder how many others ONLY OWN ONE Model A.

So this is my Question; How many of you Only Own One ???? :confused:

What? You're allowed to have just one?
Oh crap thats not what the wife believes, so keep it quiet!

The Hot Rod Grille 01-20-2012 09:47 AM

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I've owned several over the last 40+ years (as many as 3 at one time), but I still have one, the first one, the one that I bought in high school. A lot of memories in that one!

Jim

30ccpickup 01-20-2012 09:52 AM

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I just have one Model A. My second one is in College training to be pilot.

Seth Swoboda 01-20-2012 09:53 AM

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Only one Model A, also have a 67 mustang & '39 ford pickup.

Kevin in NJ 01-20-2012 09:59 AM

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Well what do you mean by only owning one Model A?

Do you mean how many cars do you have on the street drivable?

Just a full car that you are restoring?

What about enough parts to build several other cars, but they were never bought as whole cars and they are really not 'cars' per se?

Some guys have one or two "cars" and 6 barns full of parts.

unclerichard 01-20-2012 10:19 AM

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I have noticed that once you have one, others tend to follow it home!! They are habit forming. Have only two, working on purchasing a third.

HoarseWhisperer 01-20-2012 10:36 AM

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I only have the one 40B Dlx.
If I ever run across another unmolested original, I would consider adding on.
Otherwise, I saving my money for a Duesy SJ. :roll eyes:
Could be awhile.

Jim Parker Toronto 01-20-2012 10:36 AM

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I have two licensed, insured and on the road, one that is licensed, and one that is still a passing thought. Not quite a dream yet! Guess which one my Grandson likes!

harleyjj 01-20-2012 10:37 AM

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I only have one currently but it shares the garage with my other toys. shure would like to add a roadster pickup at some point though.

KGBnut 01-20-2012 10:42 AM

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I've really only got room for the one. But, I am itching for a second one.

That's what happened with my motorcycles. It is hard to drive and restore the same machine. You don't want to take it apart because then you can't drive it. So I got a second bike and tore that one down to its nuts and bolts. It is now about 80% finished. When I get that one on the road, I will tear apart the other.

I would like to do the same with the Model A...but where to put the second?...

Georgew48 01-20-2012 10:44 AM

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Only one for now but alweays on the look out for another one or two. I would like to get a roadster and a four door.

Ed in Maine 01-20-2012 10:55 AM

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I purchased my first Model A (Town Sedan) in 1964. My Dad was ripped, it was totally disassembled. I sold it in 1998 when I retired because I had a disassembled 32 5-window that really needed a lot of attention. It eventually took me 28 years to find all the required parts and finish the restoration. I had to be retired to have the time to finish the restoration. But along the way, with no old car to drive I purchased a running 1914 Model T in 2006. In my opinion everyone should have the experience of driving the car that put America on wheels. It is very different and you have to get into a different frame of mind when you start to push on those pedals. Four years later, the 32 Coupe was completed and it is like driving a new 32 Ford. It is wonderful. Unfortunately, now there were no cars to restore. It is sad to say but I think I am happier when I am under an old car than in it!

My favorite Model A body style was the slant windshield Cabriolet and in April, 2010 I found a 31 Cabriolet on eBAY only 200 miles from my house. I had a bookmark set for Model A Cabriolet and I couldn't believe my good fortune when it popped up and was for sale so close to home. I had checked this bookmark everyday and it took 3 years for it to happen. I was standing next to this car 24 hours later and bought it with all its rusty floor pans, rotten wood, poor paint and incorrect top and upholstery. Oh, what fun and another old car to get under. It is the best hobby. Ed

sidevalve 01-20-2012 11:08 AM

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Just have the one in my avatar and it's not finished yet. I would some day like to have a 30 or 31 CCPU and a sedan delivery and a leather back fordor. I have the room but not the funds.

1930artdeco 01-20-2012 11:43 AM

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Just the one for now........

Mike

SHEC 01-20-2012 11:48 AM

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One, and one only - "Annie" our family Ford. She is a '30 Deluxe Coupe purchased by Dad in 1958 from the original owner Annie. That was $85.00 well spent Dad - Thanks!

By the way. Have you noticed just how many A's are uncovered in various barns, garages and buildings on programs like "American Pickers? Any number of Fords are hidden away in these locations awaiting the day for someone to fire'm up and head down the "Ford Road".

Have a great weekend guys -

Shec

CarlG 01-20-2012 11:51 AM

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What you see <------- is what I have. If I were to get another one, it would be a '31 Coupe. Would have to build that "bigger barn" to accomodate it though.

Others currently in the stable:
1992 Ford Explorer
1993 Ford Explorer
2004 Ford Explorer

Previous A's that I have had: (a really long time ago)
1931 AA 280A
1931 Fordor

SHEC 01-20-2012 11:53 AM

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Another side note: if you folks watch "American Pickers" on television - have you noticed just how many A's are forgotten or hidden away all around the country? In barns, garages, various buildings, or just out in the field, the Fords are waiting for someone to fire them up and roll. Lets see if we can do just that.

Very interesting!

Shec

Purdy Swoft 01-20-2012 01:25 PM

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My daughter has only one model A , at this time. Here is her black 31 standard coupe. The old gray bald guy is purdy Swoft, giving instructions on how to lubricate the accelerator assembly. My daughter islooking on from the drivers side. http://i1227.photobucket.com/albums/...e/IMG_0013.jpg looking on from the drivers side.

al's28/33 01-20-2012 01:33 PM

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I have a '28 phaeton AND a 1933 V8 pickup truck, both are in restored/stock condition.

Bob Johnson 01-20-2012 01:36 PM

Survey says
 

See link below

http://www.modelahouse.com/cgi-bin/s...eneral%results

Bob

TD 01-20-2012 02:04 PM

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I have one - I've owned two all together

Fred K-OR 01-20-2012 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by unclerichard (Post 347259)
I have noticed that once you have one, others tend to follow it home!! They are habit forming. Have only two, working on purchasing a third.


I have the same problem. They do follow you home so only have two at this time.

Jake 01-20-2012 02:18 PM

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I have owned three model A's since 1956. One at a time, I now have a 1932 CCPU . I sold my 28 Sport Coupe {after 25 years} to a friend so I still have visitation rights.



I have mistakes I haven't even used yet.

jackball 01-20-2012 02:23 PM

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Just like wives, I can only afford 1 of each.

WTSHNN 01-20-2012 04:13 PM

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In 2003, after the restoration of my truck, Aerocraft, who is a member of my local MARC Region, told me words I'll never forget;

"The average Model A owner owns 3 Model As and you do NOT want to be below average."

-Tim

antiquepa 01-20-2012 04:14 PM

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I have one [pictured in avatar] model 'A' Delux Roadster..would like to have a 4 door.

also have 28 chrysler 4 door, & 69 cutlass con'vt.

Colorado Greg 01-20-2012 04:29 PM

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Just one Model A here, a '29 Standard Coupe. I also have a 1979 Dodge Lil Red Express Truck that I've had since 1981. Sure did have to learn to slow down in the A :)

Christoph 01-20-2012 04:40 PM

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Just one 29 Tudor.

To fulfill "the average", i would like to have an 180A and a 400A too.
( and - ja - a Duesy SJ would be nice )

gunmetal blue 01-20-2012 04:47 PM

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I had 5 in the 70's graduated in 74. Had to sell. Now I have 1 my 1929 AA CCPU that is my avator.

Jon-Ohio 01-20-2012 05:06 PM

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Just one and my only one - A 1930 Coupe - bought in the Fall of 1961 for $125 - my very first car when I was a sophomore in high school.

gpits68 01-20-2012 05:52 PM

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Only one model A here,an open cab pickup, but actually............if you counted the number of A's that sacrificed themselves to build my one truck,i have a bunch.:)

bobpo 01-20-2012 06:07 PM

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Purdy, you tell your daughter that she not only has good taste in cars, but she's Purdy too...LOL

Russell in Tulsa 01-20-2012 06:22 PM

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Only one, a '30 standard coupe with a trunk, no rumble seat.

out plowing 01-20-2012 06:25 PM

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count me in... I only own one, well at least one pile of unassembled parts to make an A

Purdy Swoft 01-20-2012 06:30 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bobpo (Post 347531)
Purdy, you tell your daughter that she not only has good taste in cars, but she's Purdy too...LOL


Thanks Bob, I'll tell her.

Dick Deegan 01-20-2012 06:36 PM

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Only one - 30 Standard Coupe. I'd love to have more (like a Town Sedan), but it would have to be big enough that I can sleep in it!!

Dick

Brobrian 01-20-2012 07:00 PM

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I've got two. Both drivers.
I've been driving my bone stock '28 Special Coupe for 23 or so years now, and just this fall acquired a '31 pickup from my brother. Dad has a '28 pickup which he has had since about 1960. I'm pretty sure that pile of parts will wind up here too. I'm blessed. Two Harley's, two A's, no payments, no worries.


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