There was a time when you almost couldn’t move for Mk3 Escorts. Honestly, they were everywhere. A genuine “car of the people”, they came in a raft of specifications from base three-doors to fire-breathing homologation specials and commercial vans. They were the backbone of everyday transport in the UK for many years.
And then they disappeared. The ravages of time took their toll and Mk3s are now, sadly, quite a rare sight on our streets. But there is a thriving modern classics scene around Fords from this period, with numerous clubs, shows and parts suppliers. So although it’s now a rare car, keeping one on the road and enjoying its retro aesthetic is actually quite easy.
This handsome cabriolet example is fitted with the perky 1.6-litre CVH inline-four and presents in very good order, with low mileage and a fine MOT history. If you’re looking for a retro classic to enjoy this summer – and one that could easily be a hit at a few shows with some minor tidying up – then this is definitely one to consider.gd8jsyWWkThimgEHWxo9YObWLeVEXmMQoZHZU1Dc.jpg897.17 KB
The History and Paperwork
First registered in December 1985
Six owners from new
Current owner since May 2020
Current MOT to July 2023
Hasn’t failed an MOT since 2006
60,034 miles from new, verified back to 2006 by MOT record
Smart two-tone grey crushed velour upholstery is presented in fine condition, with no notable wear, no damage or staining, and blue piping to the seats
The seats look nice and firm, with none of the usual sagging apparent
Grey carpets are a little faded in places, but look very useable and are complemented with grey floor mats
There are a couple of minor stains to the roof lining, but no damage or tearing we could see
All of the plastic and vinyl trim shows well, with some light, natural patina from use
Modern JVC CD/radio with Aux connection and JBL speakers
We noted a couple of cracked and some warping to the upper surface of the dashboard
The boot looks to be in good order, trimmed with dark grey carpet
A previous owner has cut speaker holes into the metal parcel shelf, but these could easily be welded back up
The vendor does not report any faults with the controls or features in the cabin
A perfect example of an “of its time” car, this winsome cabriolet neatly encapsulates everything we love about Fords from this period. With its low mileage, rare specification and lovely condition, we think it would make for a great daily classic or, with a few finishing touches, a fine show car.
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