On April 30, 1926, Allen Zink sold a new Ford Model T at Zink Motor Company—the same day his son, Wilbur Zink, came into the world. Years later, Wilbur set out to find that exact car. Against the odds, he did—and brought it home.

In the 1980s, Wilbur sold his Model T collection, including this one. For years, their whereabouts were unknown—until fate stepped in, when an unexpected meeting between Don Lasater and Steven Cross during a Model T tour near Manhattan, Kansas, set the story back in motion. The two struck up a conversation at a small Pioneer Village, and a shared love of old Fords quickly uncovered something remarkable.

Don revealed that a close friend of his had bought two Model T Fords from Wilbur Zink decades earlier. He had been there the day the cars changed hands and remembered the story Wilbur shared—that this Model T was the same one his father had sold on the day he was born.

In 2025, Steven Cross had the opportunity to purchase both Ts from the Easson family, who had lovingly cared for them for 40 years.

This 1926 Ford Model T Touring represents more than just an iconic design—it’s a family car in every sense. As one of the most popular body styles in the final years of Model T production, it combined practicality with a fresh, modern look. Built to carry five passengers comfortably, it was a symbol of reliability and connection for families across America.