FORD MODEL T - 1913 RUNABOUT / ROADSTER

Our 1913 Ford Model T Runabout (roadster) is now available for sale. this vehicle has been extensively toured over the past 9 years. competing in the 2008 National Model T rally in Echuca. 2010 Veteran Car club tour of Tasmania. 2013 National Model T rally in Tanunda South Australia and within the 2016 Sea Mountains & Valleys International Tour in Victoria just this past month and many local tours and drives over the years. My kids have learnt to drive T's in this car because of its ease of driving and its clear 360 degree visibility whilst driving. The body was professionally built in South Australia in 2006 befitting its original early U. S veteran single door entry to the passengers side. has some additional hidden strengthening features (which can not be seen) making this vehicle very sturdy on the road and likely to last at least another 100 years. We found this car in a ribs and beer diner back room vehicle display in Benton Kansas in mid 2005. although it certainly didn't look like it does now. it had all of the correct chassis and drive train components but very tired. the body on the other hand. well lets just say. not quite correct nor historically accurate in any form. A good blank canvas in which to work back from historical evidence gained from the owner and past title documentation. The engine runs fine. the transmission works exactly as it should. we have removed the Kevlar bands and replaced them with purpose made tour grade hard linings. making all pedals far more user/tour friendly. These hard lining materials should now be the last transmission bands you will ever need to buy. This vehicle is ready to tour right now. It is light and quick. both off the mark and whilst cruising. Two seat early veteran Model T vehicles are not that common. I can only think of 5 or 6. 1913 Ford Model T Runabouts within the country. This and our other Model T for auction # 2 - appeared quite heavily in the Underbelly 'Squizzy Taylor' series on channel 9 and lead car in the opening of East link here in Melbourne's South Eastern suburbs.
ENGINE DETAILSHigh domed light weight aluminium pistonsA 270 cam shaftAdjustable liftersOriginal Veteran low head with all cast numberingStraight cut timing gearsAnderson ( flapper) timerKingston Y (4 ball) Brass carburetorBrass oil sight glassEngine oil splash systemThermosiphon water cooling systemHand crank ignitionEngine # - DOM - Aug 28 1913 Block casting date - 91613 - replacement block somewhere in the past 103 years - we don t know. Starts. runs and drives on both battery and magneto.
TRANSMISSIONGood operating drums and bandswell matched triple gearsHard transmission linings for increased life and driving easeTransmission screen
FINAL DRIVE3. 63 : 1 ratio ( standard drive )factory drum brakes ( park brakes) with cast shoes with linings
INTERIORCorrect style of sewn diamond buttoning for a late Aug 1913 vehicleCorrect operating speedometer ( Stewart narrow magnetic drum. chain drive and pivoting wheel drive unit)Rim wind dash clock in brass and black. Correct late 1913 ignition coil box and KW coilsBlack and Brass horn with brass tube and large horn bulbFord with stamped MADE IN USA running boards
EXTERIORCorrect DB front axle (Dodge Brothers)Brass works Radiator correct year and polished BrassFord ( Victor Model 2 ) Brass headlightsCarbide generatorJNO Brown side and tail lightsBrass Ford step plateWhite Tyres - rear 30 x 3 1/2 and Front 30 x 3Top boot for top down drivingTrunk or turtle deck for storage space whilst on tourBlack Blue Enamel Paint matching extremely closely to existing original 1913 paint colour remnants. ( looks Black in the shade and Blue in the sunlight).
and much much more
ROAD SPEEDThis question pops up every time we take our cars out for a drive in the sun. and is easy to answer. Generally the cars will travel all day at 35 mph/ 60kph. but 70 to 75 kph is acceptable too without to much trouble. Speeds higher than that in a standard T layout. without auxiliary braking components. is probably not the safest way to travel.
COSTAs you may already know. Veteran cars are priced in steps. the earlier the vehicle. the bigger the steps. We have laid out as much detail as we can in order to give you the best idea of what we have within this auction. We have three T's currently. and will be selling only two of them.
This auction # 1 - 1913 ford Model T runabout. Auction # 2 - 1926 Ford Model T Tudor - closed car. two doors. electric starter. (after this auction is complete). For those of you that emailed me directly . please be patient. Auction # 3 - 1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Landau - 390 V8 auto electric everything.
Our 1913 Ford Model T Touring - we are keeping - sorry.
If you are looking to get yourself into a great driving veteran vehicle. this one is reliable and ready to crank and drive. Many members of the MTFCV always comment on how beautiful our T's are. that's always pleasing to hear. we don't drive them hard. but enjoy their 103 year old technology to its best without breaking them whilst touring.
FUELThis engine runs on regular 91 octane unleaded fuel. we do however add the lead additive (although its not required mechanically).
SPARE PARTS AVAILABILITYIf you are already a Model T Ford owner. you already know how easy parts are to come by. either here in Australia or overseas from the USA or Canada. If you are not currently a model T owner. parts are easy to come by. there are many replacement parts sellers here in Australia and many more in the USA.
INSURANCE AND VEHICLE REGISTRATIONThere are at least three sellers of veteran vintage and classic motor insurances here in Australia. in Victoria we have RACV. Shannons. interstate you have NRMA and RAA. just to name a few. This car as all of my vehicles are club plate registered. which can be gained by either a 45 day or 90 permit and log book. for around $120. 00 per year. pretty good value for freedom on the roads.
DRIVING INSTRUCTION AND MODEL T MASTERINGWe are happy to give you as much or as little driving instruction as you need to get you happily motoring with many other Model T fans and enthusiasts. both here and world wide.

If you have a question. easy just call me on my mobile number or home phone.
We reserve the right to finish this auction early. also advertised elsewhere
Inspection by appointment welcome.
David and Rose Dare0356261551  or 0408 056 981Warragul Victoria

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