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349 Ford Zephyr Mk.II (Lowline) Farnham Estate (1961) - Police

Ford Zephyr Mk.II Farnham Estate (1956-62) Engine 2553cc S6 OHV

Body by Abbott of Farnham

Registration Number 3111 RO (Hertfordshire)

 

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The Mk.II Consul, Zephyr and Zodiac models were launched in 1956, lower and longer than the earlier model, with wheelbase incresed by 3 inches to 107 inches overall and width increased to 69 inches, with more Trans Atlantic styling than the rounder Mark.i

The Zephyr and Zodiac models were powered by a larger 25553cc six cylinder engine with a poweer output of 86bhp and top speed to 88mph, driving through a column change three speed gearbox, with an optional DG Borg Warner three speed Automatic.

The model was updated late in 1959 as the Lowline model, with reduced a reduced roof height and a chrome windscreen surround. Earlier models were referred to in retrospect as Highline models.

This Mk.II is a rare Estate version bodied by Abbott of Farnham and has an overdrive gearbox, many were seconded to the new Motorway Squad Car Police Forces

 

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Shot 167.11.2014 at The National Exhibition Centre, Classic and Sportscar Show Ref 103-349

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