Highlights and general information

For sale is a Ford Taunus 17M-P3 from 1962 in the color blue and white with a blue and white leatherette interior.

Highlights:

• 3rd hand, accident-free, with TÜV in a well-kept overall condition
• Expert opinion from 04/2016 with a grade of 2
• Professionally restored Ford, at the time commissioned by the previous owner Günther Jauch (presenter)
• With historic Blaupunkt radio

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1962
• First registration: Germany, 01/1962
• Location: 54450 Freudenburg, Germany
• Number of owners: 3
• Restored
• Accident-free
• TÜV until 03/26
• Immediately ready to drive, but currently not registered

Model history

Produced in Germany between 1960 and 1964, the Ford Taunus P3, also known as the "bathtub Taunus", impressed with a bold design that was reminiscent of a bathtub and was the subject of both admiration and criticism. As Ford Germany's third post-war development, the model set new standards and became a real sales hit with 669,731 units produced. Its modern design language and solid workmanship made the P3 a popular choice in the middle class and secured it a firm place in automotive history.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Blue-white
• Repaint-free: Yes
• Interior: Blue and white imitation leather

Engine and transmission:

• 1.7-liter gasoline engine with 60 hp
• Manual gearbox
• Replacement engine (if applicable)
• Last maintenance service: 06/2024

Mileage:

• Mileage: 24,315 km (read off)
• Mileage traceable: no
• No checkbook available

Documentation:

• (German) vehicle documents, TÜV and service reports, invoices, expert opinion (04/2016, grade 2)

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 70-90 %
• Brakes: 70-90 %
• Bodywork: good condition
• Underbody: good condition - rust-free
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects

• Slight rust film on the chrome parts
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Summary

In short, an exciting Ford Taunus 17M-P3 is offered here. It was professionally restored on behalf of the previous owner Günther Jauch. Since then, the car has been in a well-maintained condition (certificate grade 2, 04/2016), is accident-free and ready to drive with a current MOT. A perfect car for lovers of classic German mid-range vehicles who value design, history and driving pleasure is up for auction here.