Ford Model T bought new in 1924 remained in one family for 100 years

This 1924 Ford Model T Coupe spent a century with the same family, but has recently been sold and is now set to start a new life.

Ford introduced the Model T in 1908 and sold more than 15 million units until production drew to a close in 1927.

The car, which was given the cute nickname Tin Lizzy, is widely regarded as the world’s first mass-affordable car. 

It changed the automotive industry forever, and one of the iconic models was recently sold in Nevada showing there’s still life in the old car yet.

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The 1924 Ford Model T had been with the same family for 100 years

Although rare, you do still find the occasional 100-year-plus vehicle outside of museums, like this Detroit Electric. 

Or this 1924 Ford Model T that was recently placed up for sale on Bring a Trailer. 

The 102-year-old vehicle was bought new back in 1924 and stayed with that same family until 2024, when the seller bought it. 

As you can probably imagine, the Model T is in need of a bit of TLC, with only remnants of its original black paintwork remaining, some corrosion, and a small tear in the rear of the roof. 

However, overall – and considering the car’s age – it’s held up pretty well. 

It sits on 23-inch wood-spoke wheels that are wrapped in Wards Riverside tires; there’s also a spare tire on the back with a Ford-branded cover over it. 

Its interiors look to be in great condition, having been reupholstered in gray pinstriped wool. 

Under the hood, the car is powered by a 177 cubic-inch inline-four, which was factory rated at 20 horsepower, and paired with a two-speed planetary gear transmission.

The engine has had some work carried out on it, including a replacement coil and a fix for a cracked cylinder head. 

The seller noted that the car ‘runs well’ and explained that you really can’t understand the Model T until you’ve driven one. 

The Ford Model T typically had a top speed of 40-45mph.

The car’s odometer, which shows 32,000 miles, is broken and its true mileage is unknown, but given its age, we can probably expect it’s racked up a fair few over the years. 

The sale also included some spare parts for the next owner.

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The Model T sold for a decent price

The car was listed for sale on Bring a Trailer this month, with the seller opting to auction it without a reserve. 

But the chance to own a real deal piece of automotive history doesn’t come up very often, and the car quickly attracted a flurry of bids. 

By the time the auction closed, on February 8, it had 61 bids, and more than a thousand car enthusiasts were watching. 

It was sold to the top bidder for $27,000, an impressive price.

According to classic.com, over the last year, seven 1924 Ford Model T were sold, with an average price of $13,479.

The lowest went for just $7,000, while the highest was this one, selling for $27,000.

Here’s hoping whoever the top bidder was is going to be able to restore this Model T to its former glory.

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