Classic Ford

Classic Ford is rammed full of expert technical features, the best feature cars from across the world, a dedicated motorsport section plus all the news, products and information you'll need from across the entire classic Ford scene.

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Welcome

THIS ISSUE

RAPID DELIVERY • Your projects: Paul Linfoot’s on a mission to save as many RS500 Touring Cars as he can and his latest project — the 1988 Cam Shipping BTCC car — is shaping up to be his most impressive yet.

CARBON-NEUTRAL FUEL POWERS RALLY WINNERS

SCOTTISH EMISSIONS ZONES FUEL EXEMPTION DEBATE • Enthusiasts call on government to change when a historic vehicle comes of age.

HOT WHEELS SEARCHES FOR LEGENDS

RUSTY CORNER

McRAE’S MK2

COMING UP

FLY BOOK

WHERE TO GO IN AUGUST

WHERE TO GO THIS MONTH

PRODUCT OF THE MONTH

10 REASONS TO ATTEND FORD FAIR 2023 • Europe’s biggest and best Ford festival is back! Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s show.

TOTAL TRANSFORMATION • Bought as rotten project without a single straight panel, over the last eight years this restomod RS2000 has been turned into a stunning show-winner by its owner.

TOP 10 RESTOMOD MODS

WERKEHORSE • Most P100s were sent to the knacker’s yard years ago. Luckily, Gary York found this tidy example locally, but felt that it needed some Bavarian giddy up…

RESTOMOD POWERPLANTS • You’ll need an updated power unit for that quintessential restomod project — here are seven of the most-suited four-cylinder engines.

RIVER PHOENIX • This Thames van project started out as a rotten shell with no interior or running gear. Over the course of nine years, it’s been raised from the ashes and reinvented in period restomod style

PLAY FOR TODAY • For those of a modified car persuasion, Players Classic is a must. It’s the UK show that stands tall on the global scene and we love it — but surely it’s not in its tenth year already?

CONSUL L DECOR • Ford Heritage: When Rod Tebble found this 1975 Consul 2000L Decor sitting unused in a garage he didn’t expect it to be such an original and unmolested example…

MAILBOX • YOUR LETTERS,EMAILS & SOCIAL MEDIA COMMENTS

YOUR CARS • THE BEST OF WHAT'S DROPPED IN OUR INBOX THIS MONTH

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The A B C of tuning

FIT OFFSET TOP MOUNTS • If you’re drastically lowering your classic Ford then the standard suspension top mounts just won’t cut it. Here’s what to do.

Simon’s Mk1 Sierra • Simon Holmes is back in a Ford and soon to be back on track too, thanks to this road-legal Sierra track car build.

Jason’s Anglia 105E • It’s a drastic change of plan for the Anglebox... but it’s not bad news, as the street and strip beckon.

EXPERT CLINIC • TROUBLE WITH YOUR FORD? SEND IN YOUR QUERY AND WE'LL SORT IT OUT

EURO THRASH • The dramatic story of Ford’s infamous European Touring Car Championship Capris, and how they battled BMW for top honours — and a global energy crisis.

CLASSIC SPA • The classics are back at Spa Francorchamps and naturally, it’s a Ford-heavy podium...

HOW TO BUY USED BRAKE PARTS

JARGON BUSTER

Restoring classic Fords • Your first classic Ford restoration project can be a daunting prospect. Here are 10 tips to make the journey easier and more enjoyable.

Rebuild a starter motor • Save yourself a few quid by reconditioning your worn-out inertia-type starter motor at home. Here’s how.

SUPER FLY • Readers’ restoration: Lifelong Fiesta fan, Rob Colton always had the desire to one day own a rare convertible XR2...