1980 FORD ESCORT VAN SUNDOWNER TRIBUTE

KEY FACTS

• A stunning replica of an Australian cultural icon, this Ford Sundowner pays tribute to the Panel Van craze of the 1970s.
• Under the bonnet is the 2.0-litre, four-cylinder Pinto engine, which drives the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission.
• Completely restored and customised from an Australian-built Mk2 Escort model.
• Freshly serviced and ready to register.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• Built as a fitting tribute to the Ford Sundowner, the body has been customised with GT front fenders and mock round side windows with chrome trim.
• The van rides on black 15-inch alloy wheels
• The interior features a Momo steering wheel and sport seats.
• It has received a complete custom Yellow respray inside and out, with two-tone Green graphics and Sundowner logo.

CONDITION

• There is known body damage.
• The Yellow paintwork is in excellent condition with no obvious marks or scratches. The twin front and rear bumpers are present and correct, and with the window glass and light lenses all clear and undamaged.
• Inside, the interior presents very well with replacement seats showing no signs of wear. The door cards, dashboard and roof lining are all in excellent condition.
• All of the controls, switches and gauges work as they should.
• There are no known mechanical or electrical faults.

 SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent service was performed in April 2021 by WSR Vehicle Inspections. The work performed included an oil and filter change, new spark plugs, new points and distributor cap, brake overhaul and new brake fluid.
• Prior to this, the 2.0-litre Pinto engine was rebuilt by the previous owner.

SUMMARY

This Ford Escort is a fantastic tribute to the original Sundowner that brilliantly captures the essence of the Panel Van craze of the ‘70s. Benefitting from a complete rebuild, new custom paintwork, overhauled mechanicals, and refurbished interior; the vehicle presents in excellent condition throughout. It would make for a fun weekend cruiser, utilised as it once was to travel the country, or as an eye-catching commercial van for a small business or leisure brand.

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This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.