Not Sold (Est: £9,000 - £12,000)
1970 Ford Cortina 1600 GT Crayford Convertible
United Kingdom • 28 Aug 2021
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1970 Ford Cortina 1600 GT is a rare Crayford convertible, making it a desirable classic for enthusiasts. However, its 'barn-find' status and numerous previous owners suggest it requires significant restoration work, which could impact its overall value.
Condition
3
The car is described as a 'barn-find' with 11 previous owners, implying it has not been well-maintained and requires significant restoration. The description does not provide enough information to determine the extent of the damage, but the barn find status suggests it is not in good condition.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
BA96KT37071
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The Kent coachbuilding firm of Crayford specialised in converting European coupés and saloons into convertibles and estates, with a number of Fords, such as the Cortina, Corsair and Capri, being among those it created al fresco versions of.
Crayfords are now very collectable among classic car enthusiasts.
This is a barn‑find 1970 Cortina 1600 GT example, about which little is known save for it having had 11 previous owners.
The V5 is present.
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jun 21 2025
Latest MOT Mileage
4,691 miles
Registration Date
1970-08-01
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 22 2024 with 4,691 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Underside has age related corrosion or has had welding repairs done in past
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Failed
On Apr 17 2015 with 4,575 miles
There were 15 defects noted.
Fail:
- All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Position lamp switch missing (1.1.A.1)
- Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)
- Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)
- Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
- Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
- Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
- Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Passed
On Mar 17 2014 with 2,928 miles
Failed
On Mar 17 2014 with 2,928 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Failed
On Jan 31 2014 with 2,926 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
- Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
- front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Failed
On Apr 12 2013 with 2,919 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Battery insecure (1.9.1)
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Failed
On Apr 16 2012 with 2,145 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Passed
On Apr 16 2012 with 2,145 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Passed
On Apr 21 2011 with 1,231 miles
Passed
On May 19 2010 with 99,585 miles
Failed
On May 18 2010 with 99,570 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Passed
On May 26 2009 with 98,450 miles
Failed
On May 13 2009 with 98,429 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Outer Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
- Offside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
- Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Passed
On May 12 2008 with 92,228 miles
Failed
On May 08 2008 with 92,213 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
- Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Passed
On Apr 25 2007 with 90,444 miles
Failed
On Apr 19 2007 with 90,430 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)
Passed
On Apr 14 2006 with 87,814 miles
Failed
On Apr 05 2006 with 87,814 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
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