Author: Stephen Burton
New Board Members Sworn In
The results of the recent election for the MARC Board of Directors are as follows:
- Tom Hovetter – re-elected
- Jim Zimmer – re-elected
- Joe Fox – newly elected
Click here to see the full board membership
2024 MARC News
I would like to purchase the 2024 issues of MARC news to complete my original collection from 1964 to date.
Keith Burand, [email protected], (507) 895-4622
Tom Hovetter – Chambersburg, PA
President
This is my second term on the MARC Board of Directors. While being on the Board and conducting MARC business has not always been easy, it is extremely satisfying to meet and serve the MARC Membership. I am currently Director of Membership and Public Relations.
I have been a member of MARC for twenty years. I was (previously) a member of Hub City Model Club in Maryland, serving as Vice-president and then serving as Hub City’s President for 10 years. In 2017, I had the honor of chairing the MARC National Meet in Gettysburg, PA. I am pleased to announce that I will, again in June of 2025, be chairing the MARC National Meet, again in Gettysburg. I have also had the privilege of being a fine point judge for three years. In 2023, through the suggestion of a MARC member and friend, I was able to institute and manage the “In Memory” column which now appears in the MAN.
My love of any old car goes back as far as I can remember. I fell in love with any antique car that passed in front of my eyes. In the mid 1980’s, while still in college, my dream of owning a Model “A” became a reality. I purchased a driving, but in desperate need of restoration, 1930 two door sedan. Finding the “true love of my life”, Janora and I were married in May of 1996 and our beautiful daughter, Kalee followed two years later. As a very proud father, Kalee is now in her third year of Medical School, doing her clinical rotations in Hagerstown, MD.
After the birth of Kalee my second car, a totally disassembled 1928 Sports Coupe arrived. That was followed by the purchase of a five window Business Coupe, which, regrettably was sold to buy a 1930 Deluxe Roadster. In this mix I have acquired a 1916 Model “T” Runabout. Rounding out my collection is a reproduction 1936-37 Mullins Red Cap trailer. My collecting is now more geared to finding and purchasing Model “A” era accessories. I have an extensive collection of “period correct” awnings for my two-door Sedan and have recently purchased a running board kitchenette, which will be on display at the 2025 National Meet.
Meeting, talking and listening to the MARC Members is most important when being a MARC Director, and I would be honored and gratified to be able to serve another two-year term as one of YOUR MARC Directors.
Model B Engine and other parts
Totally rebuilt with both manifolds and distributor. Can hear run. $3,500
2 Original ends for robe rail for 1930
4 Standard pistons with new rings installed.
1 set of bearings for gorged rods for Model A
Balanced crank for Model A, Std size.
Call for details and prices.
Ron, (765) 505-0678, Clinton, IN
Early 1928 Roadster
This is a quite early 1928 roadster; motor number of A20XXX making it a February 1928 manufacture car which would be termed by most to be an “AR.” It is a presentable and drivable early Model A. It has many of the earmarks of the early Model As such as: Red steering wheel, left hand emergency brake with early brake system, “Pop out” ignition switch with “banana” ignition assembly, Power house generator, square starter switch, open bumpers, “Duck tail” rear fenders, drum tail light, early radiator shell with the “weaved” lacing, and two blade fan with shroud, centrifugal advance in the distributor therefore advancing to drive and retarding to start are not necessary.. It has a nice appearing rumble seat. I think I have the side curtains but might be wrong; I have the wind wings, they are not currently on the car but will be included. This is not a trailer queen, rather a fun and very presentable driver nearly 100 years old.
This early car needs a new home and deserves to be preserved.
$14,500 OBO
Jonathan Bodine, [email protected], (406) 498-3946, Butte, Montana
Chris DuVall
Secretary
I fell in love with the Model “A” Ford 13 years ago when my dad purchased a 1930 Cabriolet when I was a junior in undergraduate school. While I was in graduate school, my dad and I worked together to restore an early 1930 Tudor. Most people today would probably purchase a practical car after graduating. Not me, I purchased a 1931 DeLuxe Roadster on which I have put many thousands of miles. In 2016, my dad purchased his 1929 Roadster which we restored together and won the Henry Award in 2021 in Oshkosh. While we were restoring this car, we found the Model “A” Restorer’s Club via the Fine Point facebook page. Through the page, we met Mark Maron and Ron Ehrenhofer, both of whom were incredibly gracious and helpful to us during our restoration. We joined MARC so we could come to the Gettysburg national meet, and we were hooked. I am proof that we can expand our membership through tools like Facebook.
Since Gettysburg, I have purchased several more cars, and attended every national meet. As a result, I have made some great friends along the way. I began judging Area 7 for Fine Point in 2019 at Dearborn. I believe there is something for everyone in the hobby from collecting parts and advertisements to taking multi-day tours. What I like most about MARC is the commitment to originality that seems to be an integral part of the organization. I believe we can encourage membership growth by selling the authentic Model “A” experience. Everywhere I go, it’s easy to tell that people love the Model “A” Ford.
Early 1928 Roaster escutcheons
These are NOS. Set of metal trim pieces does both doors on the 1928. Goes around striker, door opener, and the dovetail. Instructions included. If you have questions, please feel free to call me. Thanks
$45
Vanessa Johnson, [email protected], (765) 623-4980, Alexandria, IN
1935 Ford Fordor “Trunkback”
Meticulously maintained, ground up restored. Absolutely beautiful. Rust free, California rare classic. Easy start. Does not leak, smoke, or knock. Needs nothing. Open to trades. Absolutely stunning.
$22,000
Bob Kushner, [email protected], (310) 302-7882, Marina Del Rey
28 Sports Coupe
Well preserved, runs good. Original: top, seats, engine, carb, Power House generator, water pump, glass. New radiator. Repainted all black ’47, stored in barn ’49, (34k on odometer), retrieved ’79, repainted original Arabian Sand (acrylic lacquer) ’80. 5 disk clutch replaced with ’30s single disk assembly. New pistons, rings, rods (resolved compression issue). Mother’s uncles car.
$11,000
Jack OBrien, [email protected], (484) 889-9494, Pittsfield, MA