1930 Ford Model A DeLuxe Coupe
THF116753 / 1930 Ford Model A DeLuxe Coupe
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Artifact Overview
Ford's Model A received its first major styling updates with the 1930 model year. The deeper radiator shell and wider fenders were obvious changes, while the smaller wheels and larger tires subtly made the car look lower. Six new body styles were added. Ford Motor Company produced more than 1.1 million cars that year.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
1930
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
84.1.1660.P.833.54644
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8.25 in
Width: 10.25 in
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