1928 Ford Model A Tow Truck
Commercial variants of Ford’s revolutionary Model A rarely captured public attention like this restored tow truck, complete with authentic Sunoco livery and period-correct service equipment.
The rarity of such utilitarian Model A configurations makes surviving examples particularly valuable, especially when fitted with comprehensive towing apparatus and promotional graphics that tell a story of Depression-era American commerce.
Henry Ford’s decision to replace the aging Model T with the Model A in late 1927 represented one of automotive history’s most dramatic corporate turnarounds.
The new design featured a 201 cubic inch L-head four-cylinder engine producing 40 horsepower, paired with a three-speed manual transmission and a 104-inch wheelbase, providing improved performance and handling over its predecessor.
This particular example showcases the Model A’s versatility beyond passenger car duty. The truck carries authentic “Mike’s 24-Hour Sunoco Road Service” graphics in traditional blue and yellow corporate colors, plus an impressive array of period accessories including a Boyce Moto-Meter, fender lamps, spotlight, running board toolbox, and auxiliary gauges.
The complete towing package and authentic service branding make this Model A an exceptional piece of American automotive and advertising history.
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