Beschreibung
Ford Popular – Stunning Restored Car/ Original Reg
When production of the older Ford Anglia and Ford Prefect ceased in 1953 the Popular was developed by Ford as a budget alternative. The ‘pop’ was the cheapest new car available to the British public and sales were strong. The basic saloon had the 1172cc side-valve engine, three speed gearbox, single vacuum-powered wiper, no heater, vinyl trim, minimal chrome and the Bakelite dash of the Anglia was replaced by a flat steel panel.
Once an everyday sight, our 1955 example is a remarkable survivor that has been restored (pictures) and maintained to show condition by a series of super fastidious previous owners. The body work is lovely, in ubiquitous Ford black, and the interior is very good including recent red interior seats/ door cards, carpet and roof lining.
Structurally the car is remarkable with no corrosion and mechanically the Popular runs and drives extremely well with recent expenditure including bottom end rebuild, skimmed head, ignition overhaul, brakes etc.
The car still carries her original York registration, and the history file includes the MOT history/ certificates back to 1978, handbooks and literature, numerous invoices for parts and information from the Ford Side Owners Club (the car has been registered with the Club for many years).
Milestones are delighted to bring this remarkable little car to market for a third time. Ready to use and enjoy she will provide years of pleasure to the lucky new owners.
