Lot 655: 1953 Ford Prefect Saloon

Introduced for 1939 and offered in a variety of body styles, the Prefect continued post-war as a four-door saloon only. Powered by a 1,172cc sidevalve four coupled to a three-speed gearbox, the Anglia’s big brother was roomier and better suited to family motoring. Its performance was comparable with the best in its class, 60mph being bettered flat-out, with a fuel consumption of around 35 miles per gallon achievable on longer runs. Re-styled for 1949 with wing-integrated headlamps and a revised bonnet and radiator grille, the Prefect continued in production until 1953, by which time the staggering total of over 350,000 had been built.
Dating from the final year of manufacture, this well-preserved example of the ‘perpendicular’ Ford was purchased by the current owner at Brooks’ Harrogate Sale in 1998 (Lot 518) at which time the odometer recorded a little over 70,000 miles. The car is described by the private vendor as in good original condition, the rear window rubber being the only item stated as requiring attention. Offered with old-style logbook, current MoT/road fund licence and Swansea V5. No reserve.