Ford (D) Taunus 2300S
(1970 - 1975)
Car articles about Ford (D) Taunus 2300S by year
In the 1960s, people in Germany still had to choose between driving culture and capacity. Saloons offered little storage space, estate cars were utility vehicles. Always? No! Because even back then, a German manufacturer had a station wagon with a six-cylinder engine in its range. With up to 108 hp from 2.3 liters, the Ford 20M Turnier had a superior engine and was as comfortable as the sedan. This short historical test weighs up the pros and cons.
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.
Current market prices for Ford (D) Taunus 2300S
2-Door Sedan, 107 PS, 2274 cm3
2-Door Sedan, 107 PS, 2274 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 107 PS, 2274 cm3
Coupe, 107 PS, 2274 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 107 PS, 2274 cm3
Coupe, 107 PS, 2274 cm3
Station Wagon, 107 PS, 2274 cm3
Station Wagon, 107 PS, 2274 cm3
2-Door Sedan, 107 PS, 2293 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 107 PS, 2293 cm3
Coupe, 107 PS, 2293 cm3
2-Door Sedan, 107 PS, 2293 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 107 PS, 2293 cm3
Coupe, 107 PS, 2293 cm3
Coupe, 125 PS, 2293 cm3
Coupe, 107 PS, 2293 cm3
Coupe, 107 PS, 2293 cm3
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Auctioned vehicles of Ford (D) Taunus 2300S
| 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) |
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