1929 Ford Model A | Hartshill, Warwickshire

The Ford Model A followed the Model T and brought Ford drivers a conventional clutch, brake pedal, throttle and gearshift. It is known for its upright, sturdy pre-war shape and the many body styles built on the same basis, and it remains a regular at vintage gatherings. This car is maroon with a beige interior, a warm and restrained pairing that sits well against brick, stone or green countryside. It has a 3.3-litre petrol engine and seats four, so a small group can share the frame. The tall, upright body gives it presence in a wide shot. Film and television productions set between the wars can use its pre-war outline, and photography, fashion and editorial teams get a period backdrop in a colour that reads well on camera. Advertising, music video and vintage events draw on the same look. It also suits a wedding or a personal hire in period style. The car is based in Hartshill, Warwickshire.