Highlights
- Rare classic with original V6 3.0L engine
- Unique matt black paintwork
- Includes a box of spare parts
The Appeal
The 'Big Fords' were a jumbo-sized staple of the company's British product range, and throughout their run, sat comfortably at the top of the food chain. Designed independently by Ford of Britain - the last of the company's presence to be so - the Zodiac MK4 was arguably the most American of the lot, thanks to its distinctly simple facade, huge wheelbase and squared angles.
Of course, this side of the Atlantic, we're not best equipped for big cars. The lower-trimmed variants were known for being a little bit like sailing an ocean liner through the road network, but the upmarket Zodiac MK4. That had power steering and, by all accounts, was the car to go for. Their cavernous cabins were comfortable yet sporty - perfectly capturing that same flash-in-the-pan styling of the Mustang's interior trim.
Powered by the familiar Essex V6, that big old car has got a big old chunk of muscle under the bonnet, too - and has gone down as one of the UK's most interesting retro Fords, in a world where Cortinas tend to dominate.
This imposing example boasts a distinctive black livery and is ready and waiting for its lucky new owner.
The History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1967
- The DVLA records 17 former keepers
- The vendor reports that the car previously belonged to a famous rock group
- In current ownership since 2019
- MOT exempt and last tested in 2020
- Comes with V5 document
- No additional history provided
The Condition
- The vendor informs us that the bodywork is in good overall order
- There may be some fibreglass elements - the vendor notes that one of the front arches certainly seems to be so
- Unique matte paint finish
- Some gentle chips, paint bubbles and marks here and there
- Most substantial wear is isolated to the pillars
- Brightwork is contrasting nicely but does carry some pitting here and there
- Aftermarket 5-spoke Racer-style wheels are fitted - these have early cosmetic corrosion, but nothing too substantial
- Interior is in good overall order
- One small area of the seats has become unstitched, but should be an easy fix
- Dashboard has had a black respray at some point
- The oil gauge has been disconnected because it was causing an oil leak
- The clock doesn't appear to operate and the odometer has been stuck on 2953 miles since the vendor purchased the car
- Temperature gauge may need work
- A modern (retro looking) bluetooth stereo/radio has been fitted with speakers in the front doors
The Mechanics
- 3.0-litre Essex V6
- Three-speed Ford C4 automatic transmission
- Mechanically standard with no reported modifications
- The vendor states that the car sounds amazing
- We understand that it's ready and waiting to drive away
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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