A 1929 Ford Model A Fordor Sedan has been listed for sale in Jamestown, New York, offering vintage car enthusiasts a restored example of one of Ford’s most recognizable prewar models.
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The four-door Leatherback sedan is priced at $10,000 and is titled and registered in New York. According to the listing, the current owner purchased the car in 2019 from a previous owner in Dubois, Pennsylvania. That owner reportedly kept the vehicle stored in a shed or garage, helping preserve much of its original metal despite age-related deterioration.
When acquired, the car required significant work. The frame and body showed rust, and the roof wood had deteriorated, leaving portions of the structure missing. The current owner then undertook a frame-off restoration, replacing or reconditioning major components with the goal of making the car both authentic and safe to drive.
The Model A is identified by chassis number A1305782 and shows approximately 4,800 miles. The odometer reportedly displayed about 3,800 miles when the current owner acquired the car and was later rebuilt by a specialist in Washington. The seller notes that receipts and paperwork are included for the restoration work and parts added to the vehicle.
Power comes from a 200.5-cubic-inch four-cylinder engine rated at 40 horsepower and paired with a manual transmission. The transmission has been gone through and fitted with new gears. As with Model A transmissions of the era, it is non-synchronized, requiring a more traditional driving style.
The exterior is finished in acrylic lacquer Rock Moss Green, with Olive Drab accents around the windows and flat black fenders. The car rides on four original rims fitted with new tires. Its drum brakes have also been serviced and are described as being in good condition.
Inside, the sedan features a brown interior that remains partly unfinished. The seats have been upholstered, though the seller describes the work as novice-made. Fabric was replaced on the seats, and vinyl for the roof is included but has not been installed.
While the car is not presented as a concours-level restoration, it appears to have benefited from substantial mechanical and structural attention. For a buyer seeking an approachable prewar Ford with restoration documentation, this Model A offers a blend of usability, history and remaining personalization potential. See it here.
