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

WELCOME

SUPER 8 • Your projects: A V8-powered Estate being built for sprints, hillclimbs and runs up the strip? Well why not? Andy Gregory’s going out on a limb with his Anglia project.

E5 FUEL: USE IT OR LOSE IT? • FBHVC hopeful that Super Unleaded petrokl will remain, but we can help…

WHERE TO FIND CLASSIC FORD

THE BIG PICTURE

RUSTY CORNER

STAR GUESTS AT GREAT NORTHERN CLASSICS

THE SMALLEST COG RETURNS

COMING UP • Inside your May issue

BACK IN THE DAY • FROM THE CLASSIC FORD ARCHIVES

LE MANS GT40s TO REUNITE

WHAT TO DO NEXT MONTH

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PRODUCTS • THE LATEST, GREATEST BITS FOR YOUR CLASSIC FORD

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

STAGE STRUCK • Richard Thompson was just 19 when a friend asked if he wanted to spectate at a local rally. From that day he was hooked and so began the build of this stunning, rally-inspired Mk1 Escort boasting 230 bhp of C20XE power.

COME JOIN THE PARTY! • SUNDAY, MAY 10: SOUTH OF ENGLAND EVENT CENTRE, WEST SUSSEX, UK

A HOTEL STAY AND TWO TICKETS TO CLASSIC FORD SHOW 2026!

LOOK SHARP • When Blue Oval designers were stuck in a rut, a radical restyle readied the brand for the new millennium – in turn creating the next generation of classic Fords.

GOOD EGG • When Ford launched the Ka in 1996, the radically-designed sub-Fiesta supermini sent shockwaves through the car community. Here’s the story of how it happened.

ESCORT XR3i CABRIOLET • Ford Heritage: When Kim Seals traded in his Sapphire Cosworth for this limited-edition XR3i Amethyst in 1990, he never expected to still own the same car some 36 years later! Spotless throughout, this is a stunning example of a meticulously maintained and highly desirable Escort cabriolet.

TOP 10 REASONS TO OWN A CLASSIC FORD IN 2026 • We’ve never had it so good! Why 2026 is the right time to get (back) into the best classic marque going…

BACK IN THE FOLD • James King’s first car, a Mk3 Fiesta, has returned home. Now revived with care, character and a nod to 1990s nostalgia, it’s more than a build — it’s family.

WHAT’S ON

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

MAILBOX • YOUR LETTERS, EMAILS & SOCIAL MEDIA COMMENTS

Next month • In the May issue of ClassicFord

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CFTECH

How to INSTALL A WELD-IN ROLLCAGE • If you’re building a competition car or want something stronger than a bolt-in item, you’ll need a multi-point weld-in cage. Here’s how.

Jamie’s Mk2 Mondeo • With the welding on the mighty ST24 complete, it’s time for Jamie to turn his attention to the somewhat-tired interior.

Mike’s Anglia 105E • After years of keeping in standard, Mike’s finally decided the Anglia needs some subtle mods — including a drop in ride height.

IN THE WORKSHOP • The Classic Ford fleet: our projects and rolling restorations

Health check ESCORT RS TURBO • All RS Turbos are more than 30 years old, and as such there are a number of issues to keep an eye out for. Thankfully, we’ve spoken to the UK’s leading tuners and come up with a list of what to look out for to keep your RS Turbo in good health.

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