1975 Ford Escort Estate (mk I)

• Rare model in continental Europe (the only LHD example for sale in Europe) 
• The Estate Mk I was mostly built only in UK as RHD version
• This is a Portuguese market example
• Original condition
• Preserved interior
• Absolutely no rust
• All documents were checked and the car was photographed personally by Auctomobile
• Other features: possibility of assisting with registration, transport, insurance, storage and Trusted Checkout payment
• Please note that this car will be available for viewing by prior appointment near Pisek, Czechia

The Ford Escort is a small family car that was manufactured by Ford of Europe from 1968 until 2000. In total there were six generations, spread across three basic platforms beginning with the original rear-wheel drive Mk.1/Mk.2 (1968–1980).

The Mk I Escort Estate was introduced in 1968 and was based on the two-door Escort saloon. It was designed to be a spacious and practical family car that could be used for both daily commuting and longer journeys. The car's boxy design meant that it had a large boot and plenty of headroom, making it perfect for families with children. With the back seat folded down, provided a 40% increase in maximum load space over the old Anglia estate.

Under the hood, the Ford Escort Estate 1100 was powered by a 1.1-litre four-cylinder engine that produced 55 horsepower. While this may not sound like much by today's standards, it was enough to give the car a top speed of over 130 kmh. The car had a four-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive, which provided a fun and engaging driving experience.

The Ford Escort Estate 1100 (Mk I) was a reliable and practical car that was well-suited for families. It was also popular with small businesses and tradespeople due to its affordability and versatility. The car was easy to maintain and repair, and spare parts were widely available.

In terms of safety, the Ford Escort Estate 1100 was equipped with front disc brakes and a collapsible steering column.

The Ford Escort Estate 1100 (Mk I) was a popular car that was well-regarded by drivers and critics alike. It was praised for its practicality, reliability, and affordability, and it remains a popular choice for classic car enthusiasts today.

In conclusion, the 1975 Ford Escort Estate 1100 (Mk I) was a practical and affordable family car that was well-suited for daily use. It had a spacious interior, a reliable engine, and a fun driving experience. While it lacked modern safety features, it was a popular car that was widely respected by drivers and critics alike.

This 1975 Ford Escort Estate Mk I 1100 is in original condition, beautiful condition, absolutely no corrosion. Preserved interior. Unpretentious, unusual vintage car. EU registration papers.

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