At Still Motoring we provide valuations different to current methodology but believe it to be more realistic while enabling potential buyers more scope. Researching numerous classified ads (private and trade); online sales platforms; hard copy ads plus regular visits to classic car clubs we inform our readers of the top […]
Month: January 2023
Vehicle Statistics: United Kingdom
Recorded government statistics covering models relevant to each motor manufacturer over the past fifty years.
Ford Cortina (1962-1982)
Ford Cortina (1962-1982) Manufactured Total= 4,154,902 Type: Five seat saloon, estate Number of Versions: Engine sizes: 1200, 1500, 1600 Twin Cam>1200, 1300, 1500, 1600, 1600 Twin Cam, 3000> 1300, 1600, 2000> 1300, 1600, 2000, 2300, 3000 Current Number still Registered/SORN Reference Source: Department of Transport and Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Ford Sierra (1982-1993)
Without doubt the Ford Sierra proved to be a very successful medium saloon/hatch and estate. So many versions of the vehicle were produced it is sometimes hard to guess when they were introduced. For that reason we offer a table identifying the main models and changes below. Our focus on […]
Vauxhall Victor (1957-1978)
The Vauxhall Victor was a mainstay of the Vauxhall family saloon between 1957 and 1978. Always well-priced it offered reasonable performance, economy, and practicality to the mass market. Styles varied quite considerably over the years moving from the American influence of rear fins with the Victor FA to the boxy […]
Austin Metro (1980-1991)
Morris Marina (1971-1980)
Morris Marina (1971-1980) Manufactured Total = 809,612 Type: Five-seat saloon, estate, coupe Engine sizes: 1300, 1700, 1800, 1500 diesel Current Number still Registered/SORN Top Price Spotted 1.8 Super 4dr £4,950 Top Price Spotted 1.3 Coupe Lux £4,995 Top Price Spotted 1.8 Coupe £2,500 (54K miles)
Hillman Avenger (1970-1979) Talbot Avenger (1979-1981)
Originally manufactured by Rootes a division of Chrysler Europe between 1970–76. The compact Hillman Avenger became rebadged as the Chrysler Avenger in 1976 until 1979 In 1980 Chrysler sold its European arm to PSA. The Chrysler marque was dropped and replaced by Talbot.
Vauxhall Chevette (1975-1984)
Vauxhall Chevette (1975-1984) Manufactured Total = 416,058Type: Five-seat 2 or 4-door saloon, estateEngine sizes: 1256 cc, 2279 ccCurrent Number still Registered/SORNCHEVETTE 13/152300 HS 58/69E […]
Austin Allegro (1973-1982)
1973-82 The Austin Allegro was offered in three body guises: two-door, four-door and estate. Engines ranged from 1.0, 1.1, 1.3, 1.5, and 1.7. The total production of the Allegro was 642,350 units.