Ford (D) Taunus 1300
(1970 - 1975)
Car articles about Ford (D) Taunus 1300 by year
With significantly more interior space than the competition, the Ford P6 front-wheel drive series once enticed customers behind the wheel. In the meantime, the successful model series has fallen into oblivion. So it's time to bring the Cologne model back onto the stage of automotive rarities. This driving report tells the story of the simply styled Ford and shows it in current and historical pictures.
From the outside, the new Ford Taunus was immediately appealing. From the driver's perspective, however, it was not able to fully inspire - especially not when looking down from the windshield. While other minor shortcomings could still be passed off as teething troubles, the dashboard was perceived as a clear misconstruction. This historical test report takes a close look at a Taunus 1600 XL from the first model year.
With the model change from the 12M to the Taunus, Ford also changed its principles. Away with false modesty. From now on, you can show what you've got - and even a little more. While the splendid new shape met with harsh criticism from the trade press, it was well received by the public. It was this that made the Ford Taunus TC a sales success despite teething troubles and design weaknesses. As the opulent 2300 GLX, the Taunus suddenly made even far more expensive cars look cheap.
This story tells how a grass-green Ford Taunus Coupé turned two young drivers into classic car enthusiasts. And in passing, you can also learn something about the Taunus TC. The report is supplemented with beautiful photos of the car, which were taken as part of a photo shoot won in a competition. A beautiful story. And of course there are also archive photos and the original sales brochure.
From 1974 to 1977, Ford built the Capri II, which had slightly more space than its predecessor, but above all a larger trunk that was easier to access thanks to the rear hatch. Auto Revue tested a 1.3-liter version, which clearly lagged behind the sporty look in terms of performance. This article reproduces the newly edited original text and is illustrated with historical images and a sales brochure from the time.
Current market prices for Ford (D) Taunus 1300
4-Door Sedan, 54 PS, 1285 cm3
2-Door Sedan, 54 PS, 1285 cm3
Coupe, 54 PS, 1285 cm3
Coupe, 54 PS, 1285 cm3
2-Door Sedan, 54 PS, 1285 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 54 PS, 1285 cm3
Station Wagon, 54 PS, 1285 cm3
Station Wagon, 54 PS, 1285 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 68 PS, 1576 cm3
2-Door Sedan, 72 PS, 1576 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 72 PS, 1576 cm3
Coupe, 72 PS, 1576 cm3
Station Wagon, 72 PS, 1576 cm3
2-Door Sedan, 72 PS, 1576 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 72 PS, 1576 cm3
Coupe, 72 PS, 1576 cm3
Station Wagon, 72 PS, 1576 cm3
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Auctioned vehicles of Ford (D) Taunus 1300
| Brand | Model | Year | Status | Auction name | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford D Taunus 17m (P7b) 1971 Sold Dorotheum Fahrzeug Auktionen Classic Cars and Automobilia (June 13, 2015) |
Taunus 17m (P7b) | 1971 | Sold | Dorotheum Fahrzeug Auktionen Classic Cars and Automobilia (June 13, 2015) | |
| Ford Taunus 1971 Sold Anglia Car Auctions Kings Lynn Auction (November 9, 2013) |
Taunus | 1971 | Sold | Anglia Car Auctions Kings Lynn Auction (November 9, 2013) | |
| Ford Taunus 20M 2600S XL LHD Coupé 1971 Sold ACA Kings Lynn Auction (August 23, 2014) |
Taunus 20M 2600S XL LHD Coupé | 1971 | Sold | ACA Kings Lynn Auction (August 23, 2014) | |
| Ford Taunus 1971 Sold SWVA Poole Auction (October 30, 2015) |
Taunus | 1971 | Sold | SWVA Poole Auction (October 30, 2015) | |
| Ford GB Escort Mk I 1300 L 1971 Not Sold Barons The Ford Show (April 30, 2016) |
Escort Mk I 1300 L | 1971 | Not Sold | Barons The Ford Show (April 30, 2016) | |
| Ford GB Escort Mk I 1300 1974 Sold Silverstone Auctions Race Retro Competition Car Sale 2017 (February 24, 2017) |
Escort Mk I 1300 | 1974 | Sold | Silverstone Auctions Race Retro Competition Car Sale 2017 (February 24, 2017) | |
| Ford GB Capri Mk I 1300 1972 Sold CCA CCA Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show Sale (April 1, 2017) |
Capri Mk I 1300 | 1972 | Sold | CCA CCA Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show Sale (April 1, 2017) | |
| Ford GB Escort Mk I 1300 1974 Not Sold Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (March 4, 2015) |
Escort Mk I 1300 | 1974 | Not Sold | Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (March 4, 2015) | |
| Ford GB Escort Mk I 1300 1973 Not Sold Silverstone Auctions Race Retro Competition Car Sale 2017 (February 24, 2017) |
Escort Mk I 1300 | 1973 | Not Sold | Silverstone Auctions Race Retro Competition Car Sale 2017 (February 24, 2017) | |
| Ford Escort 1300 XL 1973 Not Sold Anglia Car Auctions Kings Lynn Auction (April 9, 2016) |
Escort 1300 XL | 1973 | Not Sold | Anglia Car Auctions Kings Lynn Auction (April 9, 2016) |
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