Ford Cortina XL

Vehicle Ref 347

Ford Cortina XL

About this vehicle:

This stunning classic automobile from the early 70’s has been completely restored inside and out and is in pristine condition. This is a real icon of the era and with it’s coke bottle lines is very retro and being the early model it has the sloping dashboard.

This particular car has been used in magazine advertising and is now a very desirable mode of transport since it was immortalised in such TV series as Minder, Life on Mars, The Sweeney and The Professionals although it is in much better condition than the one used by ‘Onslow’ in Keeping up Appearances – Hyacinth Bucket [bouquet] would be proud !

Features

Exterior / Interior Colours:

Burgundy / Light Tan

Total Number of Seats:

4 Passengers (+ Chauffeur)

Chauffeur's Attire:

Smart Suit

Children & Babies:

Children (3+ years)

Number of Passenger Seats:

1 Front , 3 Rear

Passenger Seat Belts Fitted:

1 Front , 0 Rear

Vehicle's Year:

1972

Vehicle Local Area:

Ferndown, Dorset

Vehicle Make:

Ford

Vehicle Operating Area

This Ford Cortina XL is available in and around the following places:

Verified Reviews from Past Clients

Not only is the car utterly stunning, Adrian’s attention to detail, care and enthusiasm for his client’s plans is wonderful. Communication and logistics planning was smooth and easy in the lead up to the wedding and on the day Adrian rolled with the changes, always with a smile on his face.  It was a pleasure to work with Adrian and hope to again.  Emma Frances Jacobsen. Founder & Owner. Wedding Planning & Venue Consultancy
From Emma
14-06-2025

Not only is the car utterly stunning, Adrian’s attention to detail, care and enthusiasm for his client’s plans is wonderful. Communication and logistics planning was smooth and easy in the lead up to the wedding and on the day Adrian rolled with the changes, always with a smile on his face. 

 

It was a pleasure to work with Adrian and hope to again. 

 

Emma Frances Jacobsen. Founder & Owner. Wedding Planning & Venue Consultancy

A huge and grateful ‘Thank you!!’ Having the RR Phantom was absolutely wonderful and made our daughter’s wedding day even more special! 🫶🏽. The service we received was excellent and the car… wow!! Gleaming, spacious, white, luxurious, beautiful, and beyond comfortable! Thanks guys 🌟
From Helen Merryweather
29-05-2025

A huge and grateful ‘Thank you!!’ Having the RR Phantom was absolutely wonderful and made our daughter’s wedding day even more special! 🫶🏽. The service we received was excellent and the car… wow!! Gleaming, spacious, white, luxurious, beautiful, and beyond comfortable! Thanks guys 🌟

The whole process was super easy, communication was great and the cars were stunning. At the start I didn’t think the cars were that important to me but WOW I’m so glad I picked these. The drivers were super friendly and eased my nerves straight away. Would highly recommend
From Stephanie Hull
21-06-2025

The whole process was super easy, communication was great and the cars were stunning. At the start I didn’t think the cars were that important to me but WOW I’m so glad I picked these. The drivers were super friendly and eased my nerves straight away. Would highly recommend

Perfect day with a perfect car for wedding travel. Graham was amazing with everything going above and beyond! Really appreciated and a great experience!
From Harri Gill
23-06-2025

Perfect day with a perfect car for wedding travel. Graham was amazing with everything going above and beyond! Really appreciated and a great experience!

Five stars isn't enough! Every bit of our interaction with Laleen from our first contact to wrapping up on our wedding day was so easy and effortless. Laleen arrived early, removing any stress or anxiety about hitting traffic or being late. He is such a special person and truly went the extra mile to create some magic moments for us that we will cherish forever! The car is every bit as magnificent as you'd expect! Can't recommend Laleen enough - just great!
From Sarah Stevens
22-06-2025

Five stars isn't enough! Every bit of our interaction with Laleen from our first contact to wrapping up on our wedding day was so easy and effortless. Laleen arrived early, removing any stress or anxiety about hitting traffic or being late. He is such a special person and truly went the extra mile to create some magic moments for us that we will cherish forever! The car is every bit as magnificent as you'd expect! Can't recommend Laleen enough - just great!

An amazing day. This was made all the better by the car and more importantly our driver Jerry. He was great. Supportive, reassuring, flexible, accommodating and with a great sense of humour. Thank you Jerry. There was nothing that could have been done to improve our experience. Thank you too Terry.
From Chris Branchflower
19-06-2025

An amazing day. This was made all the better by the car and more importantly our driver Jerry. He was great. Supportive, reassuring, flexible, accommodating and with a great sense of humour. Thank you Jerry. There was nothing that could have been done to improve our experience. Thank you too Terry.

Stunning vehicle, chauffeur was very friendly and helpful, even supplied us with water because it was such a hot day. We couldn’t have wished for anything better, would highly recommend.
From Kate Leuenberger
21-06-2025

Stunning vehicle, chauffeur was very friendly and helpful, even supplied us with water because it was such a hot day. We couldn’t have wished for anything better, would highly recommend.

James arrived early - was friendly and cooperative, the run was about 5 mins and he did everything very well
From William Stamper
21-06-2025

James arrived early - was friendly and cooperative, the run was about 5 mins and he did everything very well

The car looked in pristine condition and the driver Patrick was excellent. 
From Iain Robson
21-06-2025

The car looked in pristine condition and the driver Patrick was excellent. 

Very nice driver and nice car
From Jason Young
21-06-2025

Very nice driver and nice car

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