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Standard

Ensign, 1960

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Make
Standard
Manufacturer
British Leyland
Location Made
Coventry
Accession Number
1980-1-169
Collection
BMIHT Vehicle Collection
Type
Car
Status
Permanent collection
Engine
4 cyl, 1670 cc, 60 bhp
Fuel
Petrol
Top Speed
78 mph (126 km/h)
Body Style
Saloon
Price When New
£849
Materials
metal, glass, textiles
Dimensions
4369mm (l), 1727mm (w), 1524mm (h)
Location
Collections Centre

One of the last models produced by Standard, the Ensign was a more basic specification version of the Vanguard phase III, with a mesh grille and simplified trim and dashboard. It did, however, introduce a four speed gearbox to the Vanguard range. From 1962 a De Luxe version was offered, with a larger, 2.1 litre, engine and the option of an estate car.

The Ensign was popular amongst the forces and some were stationed at RAF Gaydon. The model remained in production until the Standard factory closed its doors in 1963.

This particular Ensign has been restored by a dedicated group of our volunteers from the ground up, entirely in house, over a period of six years.

Adopt this car for £25

Adopted by:

Jill Bradbury