1983 Ford Cortina

Estimated Price: £9,000 - £12,000

First registered in 1983 and showing fewer than 50,000 miles from new with low ownership and clear evidence of careful long-term preservation
Limited Edition Crusader model marking the end of MkV Cortina production ahead of the Sierra’s introduction, with the 2.0-litre version in Red over Silver regarded as the most desirable specification
Powered by the 2.0-litre Pinto engine paired with a manual gearbox, offering the relaxed performance and practicality that made the Cortina Britain’s favourite family car
Supplied with its original book pack from South Essex Motors including owner’s handbook, FordSure service book, radio guide and no fewer than 16 MOT Certificates
Forming part of our vendor’s private collection for nearly eight years and presenting in outstanding condition; we have rarely encountered a Crusader of this quality and it may well represent one of the very best surviving examples available today