Highlights
- Desirable 2-door in GT specification
- Very sound body shell which may have been replaced in the past
- Beautifully presented both inside and out
The Appeal
We’ll wager that most British families will have memories involving Ford Escorts. A car that has played an integral part in the lives of literally millions of people, the Escort is a sociocultural icon and early examples are highly prized by collectors and the nostalgic alike.
Dynamically, there’s a real purity to Mark 1 Escorts which have been known to navigate rally stages as competently as they went about their business as family cars to the masses. Here we have a charming example of a late Mark 1 1600 GT. Presented in fantastic order both mechanically and cosmetically, this plucky little fast Ford is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face.
The History and Paperwork
- The vendor believes this example was re-shelled at some point; the V5C shows the model as 'Mexico II' but we are unable to verify that it has a fully matching specification
- It has been repainted and generally refinished to a high standard
- Exempt from MOT and road tax due to age
The Interior
- Very original with no modifications reported by the vendor
- Desirable 6-dial instrument cluster
- Period Springalex sports steering wheel
- Factory-fit blue vinyl seats are in very good order with little wear to report
- Rear bench seat looks to have hardly been used
- The door cards also present well and the windows raise and lower as they should
- Throughout the cabin and boot, the carpeting presents really well and is eminently serviceable
- We couldn’t see any UV damage to the dashboard which is in great shape
- There is very little wear evident on any of the controls
The Exterior
- Pale blue paintwork complements the interior colour scheme
- Really smart and clean underneath with no signs of corrosion or evidence of leaks
- There are of course a few small blemishes but the paint is generally really fine
- The chrome appears undamaged and without pitting
- All of the badges and other trims look to be complete and in fine shape
- We couldn’t see any significant marks on the glass or light lenses
- It sits upon period sports wheels which really suit the car
- The vendor informs us that the tyres retain plenty of tread
The Mechanics
- 1600cc 4-cylinder engine
- Under the bonnet, the mechanicals are really well presented and there is no grime or evidence of leaks
- We’re informed that it starts, runs and drives without fault and is really rewarding
- The rear axle and associated running gear appears in great order and free from corrosion
- The suspension too is free from rust and functions as it should
Summary
Here we have a really fine example of the coveted Mark 1 Ford Escort 160 GT. For fans of the blue oval, of which there are many, this is a must have and we’re sure it will cause quite a stir amongst the fast Ford community.
Seldom do we see these Escorts in standard roadgoing trim and for many this example represents a nostalgic reminder of a bygone era. If you love this Escort as much as we do, you simply must consider adding it to your collection.
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