Re: Model A Trader Magazine
I purchased my first Model A from a farmer not far away. It had been a paddock basher and was in very poor condition, but I just had to have a Model A. I was like a kid in a toy shop.
A local bloke by the name of Henry (and he may be named after our hero motorcar builder because he was born in the A era, and he is pictured below) restored the running gear. Now nearly 40 years later, I’m still pleased with his work. It was a very expensive project all up including rebuilding the body and replacing the upholstery and Henry told me it was much cheaper to purchase an already restored vehicle.
Since then I have purchased an additional 3 vintages. 2 partially restored but still needed a considerable cash injection, and 1 in original condition which needed only a tidy-up. Henry was correct, but granted, I do know many people get the enjoyment from the rebuild.
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