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Ford Zephyr & Zodiac Mk II - A Brief History |
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The
Mk 2 versions of the Zephyr and Zodiac were launched in 1956 at
the same time as the smaller engined Consul Mk 2. As
with the Mk 1 cars the Zodiac was the luxury version
of the two and boasted leather upholstery two tone paint,
and gold plated badges among other things. The
engines came from the Mk 1 Zephyr & Zodiac but had an
increase in cubic capacity from 2262cc
to 2553cc. Apart from the saloon model the
Zephyr & Zodiac Mk 2 was also available as a convertible, or
as an estate. The estates were actually saloons
that had been converted by Abbott of Farnham. There were styling changes in 1959 which
included a lower roof line, larger glass area and a
new dashboard layout. Front disc brakes and servo assistance
became an option in 1960 and were made standard equipment
in 1961. Production
of the Mk 2 Zephyr & Zodiac ended in 1962 with
the introduction of the Mark 3.
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Specifications (saloon) |
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1956 -1962 |
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4 door saloon, all steel unitary construction |
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Zephyr 14ft 10.5 5in, Zodiac 15ft 0.5in |
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5ft 9in |
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24cwt approx |
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6 cylinder inline 2553cc overhead valve |
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85 bhp @ 4400 rpm |
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133lb ft @ 2000 rpm |
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Column Change 3 speed manual (overdrive or automatic optional) |
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Rear |
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Drums all round - front discs optional from 1960 & standard from 1961 |
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Independent MacPherson strut |
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Leaf Spring, live axle |
Years Produced
Performance |
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88 mph |
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17 Seconds |
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22 mpg approx |
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Zephyr Mk 2 Convertible and Zodiac Mk 2 Saloon |
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