
1980 Shay Model A
$14,900
1980 Shay Model A Roadster Replica This is a beautiful, highly preserved, factory-built 1980 Shay Model A Roadster. Boasting just 16,850 original miles, this vehicle has been meticulously cared for, always garage kept out of the elements. Originally endorsed by Ford and sold brand new directly through Ford dealerships, the Shay offers the iconic, timeless styling of a 1929 Model A combined with the reliability, easy drivability, and modern road manners of 1980 mechanicals. Drivetrain & Mechanical Specifications: Engine: 2.3-Liter (140 cu in) SOHC Inline 4-Cylinder Ford 'Pinto' engine Horsepower: 88 HP Transmission: Floor-shifted 4-Speed Manual Gearbox Fuel System: Original Ford 2-barrel carburetor setup Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with a solid Ford 7.5-inch rear axle Steering: Modern rack-and-pinion steering gear Suspension: Independent front coil spring suspension (significantly smoother than an original Model A) Braking: Power front disc brakes with rear drum brakes for confident stopping power Key Features & Factory Options: Body: High-strength, low-maintenance fiberglass body finished in classic vintage tones. Rumble Seat: Fully functional rear fold-out rumble seat for extra passengers. Wheels: Distinctive 18-inch wire spoke wheels wrapped in classic whitewall tires. 2 extra tires are included. Period Accessories: Dual front fender-mounted spare tires, dual 'Ah-oo-gah' horns, chrome headlight bar, and a flying quail radiator ornament. Comfort: Flip-up/tilting front windshield, functional floor heater, and a manual folding convertible soft top. This Shay starts, stops, and shifts beautifully. Because it is built almost entirely with standard Ford parts, it is easy and inexpensive to service at any local repair shop. Clean title in hand.
Details
- Year
- 1980
- Make
- Shay
- Model
- Model A
- Miles
- N/A
Exterior
- Body Style
- Roadster
- Body Color
Engine & Transmission
- Engine
- 2.3
- Transmission
- Manual
Interior
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