1965 1966 T-5 emblem used pair

Here’s something I haven’t seen on ebay in probably a decade, a used PAIR of 65-66 T-5 emblem.  The foils look to be in nice condition, except the black anodizing has faded.  Also, one appears to have lost two of its mounting pins.  However, the plating on the badges looks to be good and pit free.  I’m not too sure how you’d re black the emblems, but here is your chance to get a pair of matching emblems for your car.

The last single emblem went for over $400 last week.  That emblem was in worse shape than these appear to be.

Click here to see the listing: 1965 1966 T-5 emblem used Pair

Front End Thursday

1938 -1939 American Bantam Mascot / Hood Ornament

A year after Nash used a Jarvis hood ornament to grace the hood of its Lafayette, it made its appearance on the American Bantam.  I have never had the chance to hold a Nash unit and compare it with a Bantam one, however I have heard that the Nash mascot is a bit bigger to suit the larger car.  The Jarvis 3408J is a hard piece to find in any condition these days.  Usually, they are pitted beyond recognition, broken, or bent.  This one is pitted, but a good shop should be capable of repairing it.  Interestingly, these were reproduced in the 60’s-70’s in Japan, although little is known about those reproductions.  These were used from 1938 until the 1940 model cars began production.

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1938-1939 American Bantam 15 bar grille shell

The 15 Bar grille shell was used on a large number of cars, and is preferred by many.  This one however, gives you an idea of what many restorers have had to work with.  The sides of the grille apron, where it meets the fenders are destroyed.  You need to have a good set of hands to make this grille fit a Bantam nicely again.  I think my grilles were mostly welded back together in the same area, but thankfully very skilled people came between me and the damage.  A nice bonus is that this may come with the Bantam badge, although the listing does not mention such.  This should be correct for 1938 through late 1939 cars.

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Neat Bantam finds

I usually try to keep to a single post per marque per day.  However, these two items that showed up are quite neat.

 

1944 American Bantam Car Co. Annual Report:

This is just really cool, I may have to throw a bid in too.

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1930-1940 American Bantam cowl section:

These aren’t very common to find these days.  Most hot rods have had these cut off, and a lot of survivors have been heavily modified.  Except for the cut out for the battery, this piece doesn’t look to be in bad shape to provide repair panels for your car.  It even has the tabs where the inner fenders mount and some of the lower beading.  Who ever removed it from a car did so poorly, but there is a lot of meat for someone to work with.  This particular unit is most likely from an American Austin. I have a couple of these, otherwise I’d be bidding.

 

Click here to see the listing: Bantam Cowl

Vintage Bantam Photo

Here is a neat vintage photo of a 1939 Bantam roadster.  The car wasn’t the star of the photo, however there is enough of it that it serves as a pleasant backdrop for what ever tale your imagination may weave.  With trim rings and the top up, there are some interesting details showing which may help you in finishing up your restoration. Note also that the car presents in a monochrome color scheme, with a gap at the front of the hood where it meets the sides, and very light colored piping on a dark top.

bantam photo

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$20 off a $100 ebay purchase!

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American Austin Rooster

Original Stant rooster radiator caps are few and far between these days.  The one waiting to go on my car is a reproduction made by an ABS club member since the Stant units are just too hard to find and are too expensive when they are found.

This particular one has some painting over on it and it looks to have some pitting.  I’ve heard that these are not supposed to be chromed, but are rather a duller finish.  Its hard to tell what this rooster would look like cleaned up, but the seller’s refund policy may make it worthwhile to see if this will work for you.

Notice the markings on the bottom:  Stanco  THE STANT MFG.CO. CONNERSVILLE, IND. PAT’S.PEND’G.  AA-2840.

It’s a buy it now listing, so if you want it, you may want to click that button.  Buy it now price:  $475 Sold: $400

Click here to see the listing: American Austin Stant Rooster Radiator Cap

6/6/2016: T-5 brochures

If you’re in Germany, a T-5 brochure may be a more common sight.  However, if you’re in the USA, the chances of coming across any advertising material for a T-5 is near impossible; unless you enjoy spending hours on German Ebay.

Don’t forget to convert your bid into USD from the Euro prior to bidding and you may want to contact the seller to find out what shipping to the USA will be.

1966 Ad:

1966 T5 ad 1

 

Click here to see the listing: 1966 T-5 ad

1967 Ad:

1967 T5 ad 1

Click here to see the listing: 1967 T-5 ad

1967 Brochure:

Ford 1967 brochure 1

Click here to see the listing: 1967 Ford Germany Brochure

1968 Brochure

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1970 Brochure

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1971 Brochure:

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Or the more expensive listing: 1971 Ford Germany Brochure

1973 Ford Germany Brochure:

Ford 1973 brochure 1

Click here to see the listing: 1973 Ford Germany Brochure

 

Saturday Model T Parts

Although the focus of this site shifts on occasion.  Today I am embracing my inner Model T enthusiast.  I’ve always wanted a brass car, and stirred up quite a ruckus on the MTFCI form back in the day asking which was better:  black or brass?  Since then, I’ve gotten a 15 Touring, but the brass cars still get my attention.

So, if you’re like me when I was 20, maybe the idea of building an early brass T from parts how about a nice 1911 engine?

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Click here to see the listing: 1911 Model T Ford Closed Valve Engine

If only to further spark your dreams of building a 1911, a seller on Ebay has a beautiful new 1911 Torpedo body for sale.

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Click here to see the listing: 1911 Model T Ford Torpedo Bodu

 

Or perhaps you want a master key for all model T’s, then this could be right up your alley:

Master Keys

Click here to see the listing: Model T Ford Original Master Keys

Or, if you like 1914’s perhaps you need a windshield:

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Click here to see the listing: 1914 Ford Model T windshield.

Lastly, rear Hasslers:

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Click here to see the listing: Pancake Hassler shocks for Model T Ford (rear)