Mr P 0 Posted May 1, 2015 Hello, All, Just about to put my '80 back on the road after four years solitary confinement in my garage (the car, not me). I'm thinking of taking it to some shows this summer, but don't really know if it's up to that standard yet - any comments/tips appreciated! Here are some pics I took (just after cleaning her up a bit): 45K is genuine, though I've brought that average down a bit by not driving anywhere for 48 months! Yes, I know, I know - the mats have to go! Anyone able to recommend a good quality supplier? All pretty standard in the cabin The spare is a bit of a disgrace, I'm afraid - on my 'to do' list, along with sourcing an original back-seat liner to stop the boot looking too messy The worst rust on the car is around the near-side rain-channel of the boot (as you can see here) - another little job for the list! At least I have a boot-mat, albeit a bit worse for wear Seats need a bit of a steam-clean! Engine bay is a bit average; I could do with replacing the rusty four-branch, but I don't think it's gonna come off without a fight. Anyway, I'm glad to be back behind the 'tina wheel - hope to see some more on the roads this summer! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beowulf 87 Posted May 1, 2015 Looks sweet to me. Should see the state of mine :) I only go to the cortina show at Monmouth as it's a great excuse for a pi ss up with really good company. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mk5Mike 36 Posted May 1, 2015 I'm thinking of taking it to some shows this summer, but don't really know if it's up to that standard yet Are you kidding? The car looks great - get it out and about! Titan blue over silver is the nicest Crusader colour combo IMHO... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lobby 105 Posted May 1, 2015 Wow, what a lovely car! Seeing such a great condition Cortina is so alien to me, mine is currently resembling a pile of scrap metal and rust ;) You will have a great summer of shows and cruising :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cortina-city 141 Posted May 1, 2015 bloomin lovely car just get the exhaust manifould cermaic coated (camcoat warrington) it will look great, gunmetal grey, lasts forever Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CortinaLover1971 30 Posted May 2, 2015 Lovely motor. That's one to be proud of. I bought a boot divider from Old Ford Parts. Not an original and haven't opened it yet. I'll let you know what it's like. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Mack 337 Posted May 2, 2015 :drool: Stunning! :thumbup: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the-ford-cortina.com 226 Posted May 2, 2015 looks good nick to me but even if it hadnt I would still say take it to as many shows as you can - its not all about trophy hunting theres a bunch of us in the north west who try and get to a show every weekend over the summer , for cars, coffee, cake and craic. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankie2.8 13 Posted May 2, 2015 Nothing wrong with that mate! Very nice car! Frankie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CorNada 2 Posted May 2, 2015 That's a very top dog one love the black bumpers and windscreen filler strips, if I buy the XR6 next week I'll be looking for those windscreen filler strips and bumpers I can't see I'm going to find original XR6 bumpers. I have sprayed the chrome filler strips satin black before so that could be an option? Anyway enough about me, great car a real credit to you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mk4savage 62 Posted May 2, 2015 As everyone else has said. Very nice car :thumbup: Perfect for shows. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dockertrigger 2 Posted May 2, 2015 That's gorgeous, it's the spit of my dad's one when I was a kid. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ale06 7 Posted May 2, 2015 Fantastic example! Congratulations, she is stunning! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RT 1006 137 Posted May 2, 2015 That is one smart looking Crusader :thumbup: It needs to be at Monmouth on the 7th of June so you need to get yourself on here and get your application in http://www.tcfg.org.uk/page10.php Between now and then use the car as often as you can so that any mechanical problems arising from it's 4 year lay up can be ironed out before you start hammering it up the motorway to south Wales, see you there :thumbup: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shadow 20 Posted May 3, 2015 Nice Tina that. Be proud and show her off Regards Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
