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.

Please note: This digital version of the magazine does not currently include the covermount items or content you would find on printed newsstand copies

THIS ISSUE • Out and about with our band of Blue Oval-loving writers and photographers.

Welcome

NO ESCAPE • Your projects: After hanging up his racing gloves, Peter Dix needed a way to satisfy his car-based cravings. That’s when this abandoned 100E project stepped in to fill the void.

NEW CALLS TO CUT VED • Petition to reduce tax for ‘youngtimer’ cars aged 20–39 attracts strong support

CULT COUPE

RUSTY CORNER

MOTORSPORT EXPO TO LAUNCH IN 2027

WHERE TO FIND CLASSIC FORD

BACK IN THE DAY • FROM THE CLASSIC FORD ARCHIVES

COMING UP • Inside your June 2026 issue

SIMPLY RALLIES RETURN

TOOLED UP

WHERE TO GO IN APRIL

PRODUCTS • THE LATEST, GREATEST BITS FOR YOUR CLASSIC FORD

UK’S BEST-SELLING MAGAZINE ABOUT PRE-2006 FORDS

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THE PASSING TORCH • This super-low Escort with 186 bhp ST170 power was passed down from father to son, and now has a unique old-and-new influence…

TOP 5 BUILT NOT BOUGHT TIPS • There’s nothing like getting stuck into a new project or revamping an existing one. We look at five good reasons for doing it yourself.

ORANGE BLOSSOMED • Bought as a shell and some boxes of parts, Mark Shutt set himself the ambitious challenge of transforming this 1981 Capri into a stunning and superbly-detailed Signal Orange showstopper.

TOP 10 BIG FORDS • From the mighty Falcon to the legendary Mk1 Transit, these big Fords know how to make an entrance…

FRIENDS UNITED • A story of vision, determination, a black book full of talented motorsport engineers, and a stunning 1965 Fastback.

SOME THINGS FOR THE WEEKENDS • 15 cracking events across the UK and Ireland to help ensure you have the best classic Ford summer yet.

SIERRA XR8 • Ford Heritage: Brian Gush, owner of this rare Sierra XR8, isn’t just an enthusiast, he headed the development team at Ford South Africa that turned the idea of a V8 racing Sierra into reality.

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

MAIL BOX • YOUR LETTER, EMAILS & SOCIAL MEDIA COMMENTS

YOUR PHOTOS • Cars, roadtrips, shows, tattoos… share your images right here.

TRACK TRIBUTE • Alan Mann Racing-inspired Mk1 Escort circuit car

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CFTECH

How to INSTALL A QUICKRACK • Sharpening up your steering is one of the first steps to making your classic Ford handle like it should. Here’s how to do it with a quickrack from Rally Design.

Jamie’s Mk2 Mondeo • With the welding finished and the cabin now transformed, it was time to turn our attention underneath.

Ade’s Mk2 Granada • After nine years of ownership. Ade’s finally giving the Mk2 the bodywork attention it truly deserves.

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

End tech SPARK PLUGS • They’re an essential component of almost all of the classic Ford range of engines. Here’s why.

MOTORSPORT SPOTLIGHT • Stuart Cale’s Capri echoes the legends of the classic Group 1 Touring Car era.

THE FINNISH LINE • Whether it was mechanical superiority or the driver’s national pride, the Escort’s dominance over the 1000 Lakes is unforgettable.

TOTAL LEGEND • The 2026 running of the Legend Boucles à Bastogne...