Ford (D) Taunus 1600GT
(1970 - 1975)
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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 Ford Cortina 1600 E, the British Ford subsidiary offered an agile mid-range car for the "Executive", because the "E" did not stand for fuel injection. Today, Cortinas that once set registration records in Great Britain are rare in this country, especially those of the second series. This driving report is about a Cortina 1600 E from 1970 in the particularly rare two-door version and shows it in pictures from then and now, as well as in contemporary sales literature.
The choice of mid-range vehicles in Germany at the beginning of the 1970s was diverse. Front or rear-wheel drive, front or rear engine, water cooling or air cooling were on offer, as were two or four doors. In a 1970 comparison, the Ford 15 M had to compete against the Audi 60, Peugeot 304 and VW 1600. The comparison test report of the time shows who came out on top and who was judged best by the test drivers.
Ford took the American youth by storm with the Mustang in April 1964. At the beginning of 1969, it was Europe's turn to be delighted by Ford with a stylish everyday sports car for the whole family. The Capri combined reliable mass-produced technology with an incredibly attractive coupé body and became a global success. Our driving report tells the story of the Mini-Mustang once again and shows it in many contemporary and current pictures.
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.
The era of sporty saloons began with the BMW 2002. Opel launched its first attacks on the Munich-based domain with its Ascona 19 SR, followed belatedly by Ford with the Escort RS 2000. Audi was the last to push for a place in the 100 hp society with the 80 GT. In 1973 a comparison test checked whether the newcomer from Ingolstadt could catch up with or even overtake its earlier competitors.
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.
They played the dominant role in racing in the 70s: the BMW CSL Coupé, the Ford Capri and the Porsche Carrera. A major comparative test in 1974 examined the concessions that had to be made in terms of comfort for everyday usability and how much sportiness was still left in the most powerful production coupés.
Current market prices for Ford (D) Taunus 1600GT
4-Door Sedan, 88 PS, 1576 cm3
Coupe, 88 PS, 1576 cm3
2-Door Sedan, 88 PS, 1576 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 88 PS, 1576 cm3
Coupe, 88 PS, 1576 cm3
2-Door Sedan, 88 PS, 1576 cm3
Station Wagon, 88 PS, 1576 cm3
Station Wagon, 88 PS, 1576 cm3
Coupe, 88 PS, 1592 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
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Auctioned vehicles of Ford (D) Taunus 1600GT
| 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 D Capri II 2.0 GT 1974 Sold Barons Sandown Park Sale (June 16, 2015) |
Capri II 2.0 GT | 1974 | Sold | Barons Sandown Park Sale (June 16, 2015) | |
| Ford D Capri I 3.0 GT XLR 1974 Sold ACA Kings Lynn Auction (June 18, 2016) |
Capri I 3.0 GT XLR | 1974 | Sold | ACA Kings Lynn Auction (June 18, 2016) | |
| Ford Capri 1600 GT 1971 Not Sold Brightwells Classic & Vintage Sale (March 2, 2016) |
Capri 1600 GT | 1971 | Not Sold | Brightwells Classic & Vintage Sale (March 2, 2016) | |
| Ford GB Capri Mk I 1600 GT 1973 Sold Classic Car Auctions UK Classic Car Sale (September 24, 2016) |
Capri Mk I 1600 GT | 1973 | Sold | Classic Car Auctions UK Classic Car Sale (September 24, 2016) | |
| Ford GB Capri Mk I 1600 GT 1971 Sold Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (May 11, 2016) |
Capri Mk I 1600 GT | 1971 | Sold | Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (May 11, 2016) | |
| Ford GB Capri Mk I 1600 GT 1971 Sold ACA Kings Lynn Auction (November 5, 2016) |
Capri Mk I 1600 GT | 1971 | Sold | ACA Kings Lynn Auction (November 5, 2016) | |
| Ford GB Capri Mk I 1600 GT 1971 Not Sold Classic Car Auctions UK Classic Car Sale (September 24, 2016) |
Capri Mk I 1600 GT | 1971 | Not Sold | Classic Car Auctions UK Classic Car Sale (September 24, 2016) | |
| Ford Capri MK I 1600GT XLR auto 1972 Sold ACA Kings Lynn Auction (April 5, 2014) |
Capri MK I 1600GT XLR auto | 1972 | Sold | ACA Kings Lynn Auction (April 5, 2014) | |
| 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) |
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