The Ford Consul Saloon

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Engine : Four cylinders, 82.5 by 79.5 mm. (1,703 c.c.). Push rod-operated o.h. valves. 7.8-to-1 compression-ratio. 59 b.h.p. at 4,400 r.p.m.
Gear ratios : First, 11.67 to 1; second, 6.75 to 1; top, 4.11 to 1.
Tyres 5.90 by 13 Goodyear four-ply rating ” All Weather ” Rib Super Cushion, on bolt-on steel disc wheels.
Weight: Not weighed. Maker’s figure : 1 ton 2 cwt. 40 lb. (kerb weight).
Steering ratio : 3.5 turns, lock-to-lock.
Fuel capacity : 10.5 gallons. (Range approximately 294 miles).
Wheelbase : 8 ft. 8.5 in.
Track : Front, 4 ft. 4.8 in.; rear, 4 ft. 4 in.
Dimensions : 14 ft. 4.25 in. by 5 ft. 9 in. by 5 ft. 2 in. (high).
Price : £545 (£818 17s. inclusive of purchase tax). with extras as tested : £835 7s.
Makers : Ford Motor Company, Ltd., Dagenham, Essex, England.