Description

Lot details

Year: 1964
Make: Ford
Model: Zodiac Mk. III
Registration: DNO 506B
Chassis No: Z64D3227895
Engine No: 213E143005
Mileage: 25,064
(a): Only 25,064 miles from new
(b): Restored to a good standard
(c): Engine rebuilt at a cost of over £2,500

The Ford Zephyr and its variant, the Zodiac, were the largest passenger cars in the British Ford range and were manufactured from 1950 through to 1972. The Zodiac was an upmarket version of the Zephyr 6 but differed considerably from that model by the limousine-type rear doors, sharper roofline (with narrower C-pillar), unique grille (four headlights instead of two), plusher seating with up-market upholstery, dashboard and interior fittings. A choice of individual or bench front seat was available; the front doors and bonnet panels were shared with the Zephyr 6. The 2553cc single-carburettor six-cylinder engine was improved internally to increase the power output to 109bhp, hence the brakes were uprated and were servo assisted, using discs at the front and drums at the rear. A Zodiac Mk. III saloon tested by 'The Motor' magazine in 1962 had a top speed of 100.7mph and cost £1,070 on the road including taxes.

Originally registered on 24th November 1964, this Zodiac has only covered 25,064 miles in 60 years on British roads. The engine has been rebuilt at a cost of over £2,500 and has covered little more than 100 miles since. This handsome and imposing Ford is described by the vendor as being 'nostalgic and fun' to drive with its huge front bench seat and column gearchange. Currently in the hands of a private collector this Zodiac Mk. III has been kept in a dry garage environment throughout his stewardship. Classic Fords are generally well received at auction, this 60 year old example will be no exception. Consigned by Stewart Banks

Guide price; £7,000-£10,000

Vehicle details

Vehicle data

Make
Ford
Model series
Zodiac
Model name
Zodiac MkIII
Manufacturer code
213E / 214E
First registration date
Not provided
Year of manufacture
1964
Mileage (read)
25,064 mls
Chassis number
Not provided
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Matching numbers
Not provided
Number of owners
Not provided

Technical details

Body style
Saloon (4-doors)
Power (kW/hp)
80/109
Cubic capacity (cm³)
2553
Cylinders
6
Doors
4
Steering
Not specified
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
Not provided
Transmission
Rear
Front brakes
Not provided
Rear brakes
Not provided
Fuel type
Petrol

Individual configuration

Exterior color
Others
Manufacturer color name
-
Interior color
Others
Interior material
Others

Condition, registration & documentation

Has Report
Registered
Ready to drive

Location

Logo of Historics Auctioneers

Historics Auctioneers

Historics Auctioneers

Thorney Business Park, Thorney Lane North -

SL0 9HF Iver

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

More vehicles from Historics Auctioneers

Similar vehicles