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

DREAM ON • Your projects: With a 270 bhp XE engine under the bonnet, Alex Darcy is building the dream Mk1 Escort he always wanted to as a teenager…

GET ON TRACK AT FORD FAIR • Join in the Silverstone action at Ford Fair 2025 on Sunday, August 10!

POLE POSITION • BTCC star, Jake Hill won the first ever Gordon Spice Trophy race at the recent Goodwood 82MM — fittingly in a 3-litre Capri — despite stiff opposition from Andy Priaulx in a Camaro. Check out the feature on the ex-Gordon Spice Capri on page 90.

RUSTY CORNER

WHERE TO GET CLASSIC FORD

WHAT TO DO THIS MONTH

BACK IN THE DAY • FROM THE CLASSIC FORD ARCHIVES

COMING UP

CLASSIC MOTOR SHOW TICKETS ON SALE

WHERE TO GO IN JULY

PRODUCTS • THE LATEST, GREATEST BITS FOR YOUR CLASSIC FORD

THE REAL DEAL • Boreham Motorworks has produced a continuation Mk1 Escort race car — the authentic, re-engineered Alan Mann 68 Edition.

UK’S BEST-SELLING MAGAZINE ABOUT PRE-2005 FORDS

THE ONE AND DONE • Fab Fords, friendly folk and fantastic weather — what more could you want from a car show? Welcome to the 2025 Classic Ford Show.

MEXICAN STANDOUT • Dave Simms’ Escort Mexico was once a fire-breathing, bright yellow screamer — and also our first ever cover car — but he’s just spent the past 12 years rebuilding it again. Only this time back to completely standard.

FOR THE SHOW • The Summer show season is in full swing. Here are 10 of the best classic Ford-friendly events to check out.

BACK IN THE GAME • David Holgate always regretted selling his XR2 back in the late 1980s and knew one day he just had to purchase another. Its replacement may have been a long time coming, but boasting a Zetec on bike carbs and a showready finish, it’s certainly been worth the wait.

10 REASONS TO VISIT • FordFest is back at Mallory Park Circuit on September 21! Here’s what to expect from the end of season, all-Ford extravaganza.

WHAT IF? • The realisation of a lifelong yearning, Michael Gates’ subtly restomodded Orion Equipe proves that the finest builds are powered by dreams.

AUSSIE RULES • With links to Australian Touring cars, the annual Gnoo Blas Classic event brings out a strong showing of performance Fords.

CAPRI LASER • Ford Heritage: When Dan Basham went on the hunt for a Capri, he couldn’t believe his luck finding this totally original and unmolested 1986 1.6 Laser with just 19,000 miles on the clock.

WHAT’S ON • Festival Of The Unexceptional, July 26

MAILBOX • YOUR LETTERS, EMAILS & SOCIAL MEDIA COMMENTS

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

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

Next month • See all this and much more in your August 2025 issue of the world’s biggest and best-selling Ford magazine!

Classic Ford • July 2025/issue 356

CFTECH

Know this TYPE E GEARBOXES • Before the five-speed Type-9 there was the Type E four-speed, and with many still about, it makes a great choice for your Pinto-powered Ford — with a few sensible upgrades, naturally.

Ade’s Mk2 Orion • The Orion is still racking up the miles, but all this use is taking its toll, and a front...