Full Description
FOR SALE
A Mk1 Ford Fiesta L Van father and daughter owned with just 26,679 miles.
EQUIPMENT
Black louvred design radiator grille, halogen headlights with integral side lights, laminated windscreen, rear fog lamp, tailgate turn lock, bright waist rail on doors only, bright door mirrors, bright bumper with black tape insert, body side coachline, L Badge on tailgate, reversing lamp, hazard flashers, interior light, glove compartment with package shelf, drivers side storage pocket, door storage bins, headrests, compartment under rear floor, face level vents, air blending heater with 2-speed fan, ashtray, two sunvisors, two speed wipers with foot operated windscreen washer, inertia reel seat belts. Dealer Options: Ford mudflaps front and rear, locking petrol cap, Ford rubber floor mats.
EXTERIOR
This remarkable Ford Fiesta L Van is beautifully preserved finished in factory original glossy Midnight Blue, (Code X8). What is a wonder is that this prime survivor is still fitted with all its date stamped original panels, as it left the Ford factory. Escaping the normal fate of corrosion but also miraculously, the abuse commercial vehicles always sustain in daily use! Meticulous scrutiny will reveal nothing other than some minor careful touch-ups, a tiny chip to the front screen and roof dings, barely noticeable. All chrome bright work has a mirror finish and even the silver body side coachline is still fitted with one tiny nick to the drivers door. The original exterior glass is Ford Luna Securit with the rear screen having a faded supplying dealer sticker along with the ‘do not damage heating elements’ sticker still attached. As 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of the Ford Fiesta, what better way of celebrating this milestone with one of the rarest of all Mk1 Fiesta’s!
INTERIOR
Prepare to be amazed with this underworked workhorse! The Blue Savannah fabric, (Code F1), to the rake adjustable front seats matches the unmarked blue door cards with fitted door storage bins. The black cut pile carpets to the driver and passenger footwells are immaculate having been protected by genuine Ford rubber mats from new. The seat material is slightly loose with minor wear and the warm black grained fascia with satin finish instrument binnacle is unmarked with no cracks. The Two spoke steering wheel has incredible grain texture still visible thanks to the low owner and mileage credentials. What is astonishing is the 42.6 cu ft of load space and how pristine it is! The rubber load compartment mat is unmarked and all delicate side and tailgate panelling is as new! The storage compartment under the rear floor in immaculate complete with spare wheel, Ford jack, wheel brace and sponge insulation. All door and tailgate shuts and sparkling clean and even the supplying dealer tax disc holder remains attached to the front screen.
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
This delightful Ford Fiesta L Van is powered by the larger 1117cc four-cylinder OHV unit developing a hair-raising 53bhp! The instantly recognisable engine hum is hugely nostalgic and the car performs brilliantly. The engine bay is astonishing in a condition that almost defies believe. Delicate stickers remain such as the ‘do not remove’ sticker to the radiator cap and pink E1 and E11 sticker to the bulkhead. The chassis number is clearly legible to the strut top and even Ford Motocraft ignition leads remain fitted! Brackets, clips and fittings retain the factory anodised coating. Panels stampings to inner wings are clearly seen. The four-speed gearbox operates precisely and this spirited little Fiesta with all its low mileage tightness is an absolute hoot to drive and ready for any show!
WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The factory pressed steel wheels of size 12” x 4” are in perfect order with all black centre caps intact. Brand new and expensive premium classic style Michelin MX-145 R12 tyres are fitted to all four road wheels and the spare wheel still wears the factory original virgin Pirelli item. Diagonally split, dual line system brakes with discs up front and drums at the rear, operate correctly having been subject to full overhaul in May 2026.
HISTORY FILE
This absolute treasure of a Mk1 Ford Fiesta Van was supplied by Ford main dealer, Hartford Motors (Oxford Ltd), and their commercial division on the 1st June 1980. Only having two owners from new, John Hughes and his daughter, Phidda Hughes. As a civil engineer, Mr Hughes insisted on a double coating of underseal when new well aware of the problems of rust and taking a precautionary approach. The vehicle was used for very light duties for transporting boxes of wood products that he manufactured as a hobby for local customers around the Kidlington area. Always placing blankets in the cargo area before setting off on a journey. Unfortunately, Mr Hughes had a major stroke and was severely disabled for the last seven years of this life and the vehicle was subsequently transferred into his daughter care who has remained the devoted custodian ever since. A neat A4 file contains all documents, previous V5 registration certificates and recent expenditure proving absolute provenance and maintenance works. A letter from Ms Hughes tracks the history for the next enthusiast to cherish. All handbooks, the original service book, van sales brochure and Ford Fiesta Van operating guide are included. A set of keys are on a worn supplying dealer leather key fob. Only physical inspection and test drive of this incredible example allows you to appreciate just how special this survivor is and perhaps even with the bragging rights of being rarer than an Supersport or XR2?
MOT June 2027, HPI Clear.
