KEEP YOUR CLASSIC ALIVE

Regularly driving an older Ford, whether it be a daily-driver or a weekend treat, is increasingly fraught with potential compromises as the years march onward. On paper, it sounds like a simple and logical idea; after all, these were once mainstream and everyday vehicles, used for commuting and shopping and holidays and so forth by countless thousands – so what’s changed?

In essence, the game’s moved on. As these cars have largely dropped off the radar, so the parts supply has comparatively dried up too, along with the expertise to repair things in the traditional way. With a modern car, when a part breaks or wears out you can simply go to any main dealer