Ford Pilot 1948

This lot will be auctioned via Hampson Auctioneers, Located at Bolesworth Castle on Sunday 28th September 2025.This 1948 Ford V8 Pilot is a fine example of Fords first post war British built V8 saloon. Finished in black with a period brown interior, it retains all the hallmarks of late 1940s motoring charm, including trafficator indicators, a column gearshift, and understated chrome detailing.Remarkably, the accompanying V5 shows that the car has had only three owners from new a rare level of continuity for a car of this age. The vendor informs us it has recently benefitted from the installation of a new ex MOD crate engine, ensuring strong mechanical reliability alongside its originality. A history file of photographs and documents supports its past restoration and ongoing maintenance.Launched in 1947, the Ford Pilot was powered by a 3.6 litre side valve V8, offering British buyers American inspired performance in a practical four door body. Known for its smooth torque delivery, robust engineering, and distinctive styling, the Pilot quickly found favour as both a family saloon and as a police car across the UK. Today, survivors are cherished for their period character and rarity on modern roads.V5 shows just three owners from newRecent ex-MOD crate engine fittedOffered without reserveDetailed description coming shortly