Re: On getting younger people interested in Model A's

Posted by Wayne Parker on November 22, 1996 at 16:12:45

In Reply to: Re: On getting younger people interested in Model A's
posted by Brian Noik on November 19, 1996 at 12:56:41

: : As a young (39 ) Model A owner, I see fewer and fewer younger people
: : people in Georgia interested in true antique cars, now that
: : the muscle cars dominate. Part of the problem is a perceived
: : lack of parts or support, which is hardly the case for my Model
: : A, but a major problem with my 1932 Plymouth PB roadster. Yet it will
: : be my generation and those to follow who will carry on the
: : knowledge on pre-WWII automobiles. We must not let older
: : folks in our clubs disuade future generations of enthusiasts.
: : If anything, we should enhance our visibility: the Internet
: : is such a great place to start. Keep on your good work!!
: Dear Sir
: I am 19 years old and have just purchased a 1931 Tudor Sedan,
: Here in South Africa, my friends+ familly think i am CRAZY
: But I Love my model A. So There is at least one of me out there( in South Africa even)
: So yes i think there is hope out there!!!!!
: Brian
I am 44 years old. I was recently at a Model A car club meeting with about 40 people in attendance. I was the youngest person there. That is concerning for the long term growth of the hobby. I have an 18 year old daughter who is starting to show quite an interest in the Model A Ford. She has driven the car and really seems to enjoy it alot. I think that for the Model A hobby to continue, it is essential to interest the younger people. Teach your kids how to drive the cars. Take them to car shows and meets and try to develop their interest.

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