The year 2008 marks the centenary of the production of the first model T Ford. All enthusiasts worldwide are hosting events to mark the introduction of a modest little car that transformed the automotive industry.
The historical importance of the Ford model t derives from Henry Ford's ambition to build a car accessible to the masses. In 1903, when Henry launched his company car usually was built by hand. They were produced in small quantities and sold by a considerable price that only the rich could afford. These vehicles were usually fragile and unreliable and difficult to maintain and keep on the road. These early cars were generally considered frivolous toys of the rich, not a viable form of transport. Henry set out to build a car that was accessible and simple to maintain and repair. With the development and production of the model t he achieved this remarkable achievement. He was the first car to be produced in large numbers and sold at a modest price that most people could afford. He was also a design simple lightweight but sturdy and generally reliable and easy to keep running.
After 2 years working in the design of the Model T, the first production model was produced in Detroit in October 1908. Ford introduced the moving assembly line in 1913 and was able to produce the vehicle in great numbers. This was a major innovation and had enormous implications for the company and the automobile industry. Five years after the introduction of the Model T, Ford was producing more than 300 thousand vehicles per year-a massive increase in production to the company that had less than 9000 vehicles built in 1906. In the short term, the Ford Motor Company became the dominant manufacturer of automobiles and other manufacturers have adopted these methods of mass-production this industry became dominant in the US manufacturing industry. The contribution to the American economy was substantial and large number of male workers flocked to automobile factories for work in this burgeoning industry.
The model t was exported to many countries around the world and Ford factories were established in many countries, including Canada, England and Australia. The Model T Ford continued in production until 1927 and over 15 million were built. He has long been a favorite among enthusiasts of old cars and he estimated that more than 500000 are still in existence in the world. The centenary celebrations for this famous car are being held throughout the year and include rallies, displays and special exhibitions of the Museum.
Greg Rumbold and Andrea Grindrod. We ran a business called rare car relics. Us is the only online business that specilises in original parts, tools, books and manuals for the Model T Fords, model Fords and early automobiles Ford V8. Many of our parts and tools are more than 100 years old. We sell the speedometer, horns, brass lamps and clocks. We also sell original Ford signs and items of the concessionaire. On our website we also have a collection of photos and video clips, model T Ford. http://www.rarecarrelics.com
