Pics make it look like a relatively easy project compared to some I;ve seen on here.
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/3183866497.html
The ad says:
"1923 FORD MODEL T TOURING CAR, GOOD CONDITION, VERY LITTLE RUST, MANY EXTRA'S, MUST SEE."
What part is in good condition?
Orlando
Hey that could very well be factory dust on that windshield, Orlando.
With the recommendation that it is usually better to purchase a driver than a project, if you are still looking for a project that one looks priced lower than the ones at Model T Haven (see: http://www.modelthaven.com/cars1.html ) scroll down to the two 1924 touring projects both around $2850 and both need rewooding. In the case of the one on CL – it appears to be a 1924 – 25 high cowl style touring based on what the cowl looks like. It could have been produced in 1923 but just like the 2013 cars are coming out soon, the 1924 model year cars came out in the later part of 1923. For a project – it looks fairly complete. I did not see the steering column and of course top bows etc. Also we do not know if the rear tub is the correct one for that car or for a different year car. And many questions that would impact the deal -- what is the condition of the engine etc. Frozen, turns over with compression etc. Condition of the wheels (Model T Haven usually need re-spoking – the one on CL may be ok – but you cannot tell one way or the other from the photos). Is the body wood good or does some or most of it need replacing? I would not drive across the country to see it, but if it was near by and I was looking for a project I would go take look. You can always make an offer for what you would be willing to spend. Long term it will probably cost more to restore than you could purchase a similar restored driver for.
Respectfully submitted,
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MUST SEE? I did, in the photo. Come on! That' a $1500 pile of parts to me. But then I could be wrong.