Ford Taunus 48 Spezial (G73A)

Vehicle Description

The “humpback” as the founder of the Ford Taunus dynasty, but extremely rare
– 1.2 L four-cylinder in-line petrol engine with 25 kW (34 hp) and 3-speed manual gearbox
– Two-door body welded to the chassis
– First registration 06/1950
– Speedometer reading of 50,056 km
– The number of owners is not documented
– Engine overhauled approx. 1,000 km ago in a specialist engine workshop
– Hazard warning lights, whitewall tires, silver-painted bumpers, hinged window in the font
– Supplemented with modern additional displays for cooling water temperature and tank level
– German registration papers, H-approval, next general inspection in 06/2025
Operational overall condition with age-appropriate patina

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As the successor to the legendary Ford Eifel, the first units of the Ford Taunus rolled off the production line at the Cologne plant in 1939, shortly before the outbreak of the Second World War. Around 7,000 vehicles were built by 1942. Like the Ford Eifel, the Taunus had rigid drawbar axles suspended on transverse leaf springs, modified with transverse stabilizers. The body was welded to the chassis. The complete drive system with the 1.2 liter engine and the 3-speed gearbox was also taken over from the Eifel. As early as 1948, Ford presented the post-war model at the export fair in Hanover. The distinctive rear was still a special feature. This gave rise to the popular name “Buckel-Taunus”. The two-door saloon with rear-hinged doors was exclusively available ex works. However, the Cologne-based Karosseriewerk Deutsch produced a beautiful convertible version early on, while other coachbuilders offered creations such as open four-door models, panel vans and even six-seater cab versions. The frame construction made this variety possible.

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