Descripción
The Millbrook Sale | Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire
Viewing: Tue 2 December from 12pm
Auction: Wed 3 December from 9am
Location: Millbrook Proving Ground, Station Lane, Bedford MK45 2JH
1976 Ford Elite
Estimate
£15, 000 - £20, 000
Registration No: BBH 722P
Chassis No: 6GZ1H197031
MOT: Exempt
From the final year of production
Finished in red with red and white leather upholstery
Used by the vendor for shows since 2020
Described as very good mechanical and cosmetic condition
Produced by Ford from 1968 to 1976, the Torino was initially an upscale version of the Fairlane, the Fairlane name being discontinued in 1970 when all vehicles became Torinos. This caused Ford to offer the Torino in many different models, the most popular being four-door saloons and two-door coupes. Lasting for three generations, the third generation debuted in 1972, when the Torino was redesigned, mainly using characteristics from previous generations, which emphasised the longer bonnets, with a short boot. The third generation also saw a new range consisting of Torino, Gran Torino, and Gran Torino Sport. But, by the final year of production, the Gran Torino Sport was discontinued leaving the Torino and Gran Torino with the range topping 'Gran Torino Elite' being renamed simply the 'Ford Elite'. No styling changes were made to the 1976 model, but new options were available like a power trunk release, automatic parking brake release, and bucket seats. The Torino might not have had the longest production run, but it did leave a lasting impression on many.
This example from the final year of production is finished strikingly in red with red and white leather upholstery to the interior. Used by the vendor for show displays since acquisition in 2020, it is currently described as being in very good condition both mechanically and cosmetically.
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