{"product_id":"76fc5001-oxford-diecast-ford-cortina-mk5-cardinal-red","title":"76FC5001 Oxford Diecast Ford Cortina Mk5 Cardinal Red","description":"76FC5001 Oxford Diecast Ford Cortina Mk5 Cardinal Red\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOur Ford Cortina Mk5 model  represents the last in the Ford of Great Britain Cortina series, labelled a medium sized family car which spanned three decades from 1962 to 1982. It was the UK’s best selling saloon car throughout the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe Mk 5 was launched in August 1979 and in reality was an upgrade of the Mk IV, with prices starting at £3,475. The physical improvements included revised squared off headlights incorporating larger indicators, a slatted front grille, a flattened roof, slimmer C-pillars and revised vent cover.  The interior also benefited from detailed changes, including the dashboard and centre console.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eImprovements were also made to the engine range resulting in better fuel economy and power output. The 2.3-litre V6 engine was given electronic ignition and a slight boost in power output to 116 bhp, compared with the 108 bhp Mark IV. Ford also added improved corrosion protection on Mark V models, which is probably why more Mk 5 models have survived.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOur 1:76 scale tooling incorporates the physical features of the original and makes its debut in a bright red with black exterior trim, registered MMP 12X from 1981. The interior is brown except for the steering wheel and dashboard which are dark grey.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oxford Diecast","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56356013506940,"sku":"OD76FC5001","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/3048\/7164\/files\/76FC5001.jpg?v=1786092144","url":"https:\/\/www.kernowmodelrailcentre.com\/products\/76fc5001-oxford-diecast-ford-cortina-mk5-cardinal-red","provider":"Kernow Model Rail Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}