Lot Ended
Description
Approximately 75,000 miles; MOT valid until October 2026;
includes a comprehensive portfolio of maintenance invoices, the original
driver’s handbook pack, and a spare key
Finished in elegant Antique Bronze Metallic, this 1988 Ford Granada
Scorpio 2.9 EFi Automatic presents a rare opportunity to acquire a true flagship
of late-1980s executive motoring, preserved with authenticity and care. First
registered in November 1988 and remaining in the hands of just four former
keepers, the car has been with its most recent custodian since November 2005, a
testament to its enduring appeal and usability.
The exterior retains a wonderfully original presence, enhanced by
details seldom seen today, including its supplying dealer number plates from
Gates Ford, along with factory window and warning stickers that further
underline its unmolested character. Even the alloy spare wheel remains unused,
still fitted with its original Michelin tyre, a small but telling indication of
the car’s careful life.
Inside, the cabin is
quintessential Scorpio luxury, trimmed in tan ventilated and heated leather
upholstery, with electronic adjustment for both front and rear seats. The
interior showcases the forward-thinking design that defined Ford’s range-topping
saloon of the era, blending comfort with advanced technology. Features include
power steering, electric windows to all four doors, electric mirrors, air
conditioning, heated front windscreen, cruise control, and an onboard
information centre with graphic display. Period touches such as the original
Ford radio cassette player with graphic equaliser, illuminated vanity mirrors,
and central locking all remain in place, offering an authentic and nostalgic
driving environment. The electric glass sunroof is currently
inoperative.
Under the bonnet sits the smooth and
capable 2.9-litre V6 petrol engine, paired with a 4-speed automatic
transmission, delivering the refined and effortless performance expected of a
car in this class. With approximately 75,000 miles covered, the vehicle has been
well maintained throughout its life. The odometer ceased functioning several
years ago at 63,000 miles, as reflected in the MOT history, but has since been
correctly rectified with a genuine new old stock
speedometer.
The car benefits from an MOT valid
until October 2026 and is accompanied by a substantial history file. This
includes a comprehensive portfolio of maintenance invoices, the original
driver’s handbook pack, and a spare key, all supporting the car’s
well-documented and carefully preserved status.
Well equipped, increasingly rare, and full of period charm, this
Granada Scorpio stands as a compelling example of Ford’s ambition at the height
of its executive car era, offering comfort, originality, and a distinctive
presence that is becoming ever harder to find.
Contact
james.booth@brightwells.com