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.

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RE-MAKING HISTORY • Your projects: This famous Touring Car survivor is being rebuilt by expert restorer and huge Capri fan, Andrew Willis.

2026 DATE CONFIRMED • Start getting ready for the ultimate gathering of Europe’s finest classic Fords next May!

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ULTIMATE RS1800 • Car number one to go under the hammer at the Classic Motor Show

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CAR OF THE YEAR • We’ve featured some stunning Fords in the last 12 months, now vote for your favourite!

YOUR NEXT PROJECT • There’s nothing like getting stuck into a new project or even revamping an existing one — welcome to our complete how-to guide.

MISSION: POSSIBLE! • Readers’ projects: Monster celebration of your full-on conversions, complete restorations and rolling projects. Over to you! Plus: our 30 essential project car tips!

TOP 10 TIPS: BUYING A PROJECT CAR

TOP 10 TIPS: WHAT NOT TO DO WHEN BUILDING A PROJECT

TOP 10 TIPS: FOR A SUCCESSFUL FINISHED PROJECT

BETTER TOGETHER • Back in the day, the combination of a Mk2 RS2000 running a Cosworth YB was the Holy Grail to many. In 2025 such a conversion has become a rare thing which makes Ben Thompson’s stunning Escort even more special.

PERFECT PROJECT • Importing this RS from South Africa meant no rust for Ben to deal with but plenty of other problems!

PERFECT MATCH

TAKE FIVE: MODERN CLASSIC PROJECTS • There’s never been a better time to take on a project from Ford’s more recent era. Here are five crackers to get your teeth — and spanners — into…

Mondeo Mk1 and Mk2 1992-2000 • THE MONDEO WAS A GAME-CHANGER AT LAUNCH, AND OVER 30 YEARS’ LATER IT STILL IS

Escort RS2000 Mk6 1995-1996 • MASSIVELY UNDER-APPRECIATED, AND IT’S ALL THE BETTER FOR IT

Mk5 Fiesta Zetec S 2000-2002 • THE FORGOTTEN GEM WITH GREAT HANDLING AND BAGS OF TUNEABILITY

Mustang S197 2004-2014 • RETO LOOKS AND AWESOME SOUNDTRACK IN A BUDGET-FRIENDLY PACKAGE

Mk2 Focus ST 2005-2011 • AS TUNEABLE AS A COSSIE BUT AT A FRACTION OF THE PRICES

DIFFERENT STROKES • Josh Bowles is a firm believer that the 100E remains a great budget alternative to a rear-wheel-drive Escort when it comes to modding. When the result looks this good, we’d be inclined to agree!

PERFECT PROJECT • After a false start, Josh was finally on the road to modified Pop ownership with this solid 100E.

PLAY IN THE BAY

SEASONS CHANGE • The last big outdoor Blue Oval event of the season, FordFest at Mallory Park Circuit sees out what’s been a brilliant summer of shows. Here are the classic highlights.

PAUL PHILLIPS MK5 ESCORT HARRIER

JAKE MCCONNELL MK2 CORTINA

ABOUT MALLORY PARK

JON HEATHCOTE MK3 FIESTA

MICK...