I've always wanted to change my buggy rear lights to mk1 Cortina lights. Love the shape and I owned a couple of mk1s so it's kind of nostalgic. Long shot I know but does anyone have a set they'd be willing to sell?
266523126209 on fleabay
Quote from: HUDGE BUGGY on November 28, 2023, 12:08:13 PM
266523126209 on fleabay
Thank you, yes I've seen that lot. Pricey and a bit ropey?
after selling the yellow GP to Andy I sold all the spare lenses and damaged chrome rims along with one light to a trader at a car show, keep looking Mark they appear occasionally for sensible money but with the value of mk1 cars now owner will pay silly money for them when restoring a car.
And don't forget they are 59 years old
Can be fettled gently then polished 😎
Quote from: snoopy on November 28, 2023, 06:52:27 PM
after selling the yellow GP to Andy I sold all the spare lenses and damaged chrome rims along with one light to a trader at a car show, keep looking Mark they appear occasionally for sensible money but with the value of mk1 cars now owner will pay silly money for them when restoring a car.
Bugger, should've posted this sooner. I need a time machine to pop back to a few breakers' yards.
The trims are just a thin pressings so can be straightened if not badly damaged. Best get on Ford owners web sites/forums you could ask on retro rides site.
Don't forget you can widen the search, they fitted loads to the likes of TVRs and ice cream vans etc in the 60s.
BMW 1602 and 2002s (?) and some Opel's had really good looking lights too.
These are really rare and sought after now....
Depends on how much do you want the look😎
Mustang lights would work and there are plenty of reasonably priced reproduction ones available from the US.
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Thank you for all the replies and suggestions. Yes it's the look I'm going for, especially as it's a nod to my past and the Mk1s I owned. I'm in no rush so I'll keep looking.
local auction has some for sale if you are still looking
https://www.easyliveauction.com/catalogue/lot/c59bc0fd8a85d845d6eeac6e139c8d08/0af8d24542e81eb9357e7ef448a6646f/antiques-collectables-charles-william-bartlett-c192-lot-14/
Quote from: Dave DND on March 26, 2024, 07:50:02 PM
local auction has some for sale if you are still looking
https://www.easyliveauction.com/catalogue/lot/c59bc0fd8a85d845d6eeac6e139c8d08/0af8d24542e81eb9357e7ef448a6646f/antiques-collectables-charles-william-bartlett-c192-lot-14/
The 3rd photo....🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
That's why they're so pricey, they're the special limited edition Myson versions
Handy if you plan a picnic by the illumination of the rear lights
Quote from: Hugh on March 27, 2024, 07:16:18 AM
Handy if you plan a picnic by the illumination of the rear lights
Picnic.
Level 1, standard - cling film or tin foil.
Level 2, oooh, look at you! - Recycled take away boxes.
Level 3, posh - Tupperware.
Level 4, yes m'lord - Bone china
Level 5, Hugh - Ming dynasty dinner service. 😁
I can't compete with your wit Steve but a picnic in such circumstances - round the back if a vehicle in a glowing 'red light' district - would be one my valet would advise me against attending. With or without fish knives being provided.
Mark are u still looking for these ?