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Description
Extremely rare Model A Roadster Pickup in even rarer factory
right-hand drive; incredibly original condition with gorgeous and characterful
patina; only two registered keepers in the UK since import from New Zealand;
recent works completed
The Ford Model A Pick-Up
Roadster is one of the rarer and more desirable variants of the iconic Model A
range. Produced in far smaller numbers than the familiar saloons and tourers,
surviving examples are seldom offered for sale, particularly in such distinctive
open pick-up form.
Combining unmistakable pre-war
styling with simple, dependable mechanicals, the Model A Pick-Up Roadster
remains a charming and highly collectable vintage vehicle, well suited to
rallies, shows and summer events.
Remarkably,
this highly original example was manufactured in Canada in 1930 and is rarer
still as a factory-built right-hand-drive model, exported new to New Zealand.
Such provenance is seldom encountered and only adds to the appeal of an already
uncommon Model A Pick-Up Roadster.
The truck
remained in New Zealand until being imported to the UK in 1992 by its first UK
owner, who retained it for over 24 years, suggesting it was a particularly
cherished example. Our vendor is only the truck's second UK keeper and has
enjoyed ownership since 2017.
During that time,
it has benefitted from a new clutch, head gasket and battery, together with a
full service. Having covered very little mileage in the last few
years coming from long term storage, we have had the truck running and
driving on site. After some further fettling and a refreshed ground strap, the
Truck has been scampering around our yard and idling quite nicely for videos
with some mild persuasion as one would expect for a truck of this
age.
Presented in wonderfully original order, the
truck retains many of its period features, including the side-mounted twin spare
wheels and removable roof. Believed to retain its original brown coachwork,
complemented by contrasting bright orange wheels, it is an eye-catching example
that perfectly captures the character of Ford's early commercial
vehicles.
Accompanying the truck is a selection
of marque literature, vintage parts catalogues, shipping documentation, invoices
and notes detailing work carried out over the years, further adding to this
Model A’s history and appeal.
With less original
left-hand-drive examples often achieving figures around the estimate, this
remarkably original factory right-hand-drive Pick-Up Roadster represents an
increasingly rare opportunity. A charming and highly usable vintage commercial,
it would make a superb addition to any pre-war or commercial vehicle
collection.
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