The Ford Barn - View Single Post - Is this Maroon A Model T Color or A Model A Maroon?

J Franklin · 09-18-2021, 08:58 PM

Most likely used on both, knowing Henry Ford. Back then paint colors were fairly constant Red was red, Carmine a bit deeper, maroon was maroon or dark maroon. Paint makers didn't expand to wild or nuanced shades until the 30's.

09-18-2021, 08:58 PM	#2
J Franklin Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 5,959	Re: Is this Maroon A Model T Color or A Model A Maroon? Most likely used on both, knowing Henry Ford. Back then paint colors were fairly constant Red was red, Carmine a bit deeper, maroon was maroon or dark maroon. Paint makers didn't expand to wild or nuanced shades until the 30's.