Importance of Ellis's Model T

Ellis's Model T is a representation of his middle-class upbringing. It is a symbol of his hard-working mentality and humble roots. It has been a reliable means of transportation, for the most part, while he works at making his dreams come true. He intends to restore the vehicle once he has saved enough money to, indicating the strong moral standing instilled in him by his upbringing. He has been taught not to waste resources that he can easily fix and continue to use. Significantly, as his wealth builds and he is beginning to lose touch with his middle-class upbringing, he toys with the notion of replacing the Model T outright instead of fixing it.