1989 Ford Escort Cabriolet | Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex

The Ford Escort Cabriolet is the open-top version of the front-wheel-drive Escort, built for Ford by Karmann. It is known for putting a familiar 1980s shape under a soft top, and it seats four. This 1989 example dates from after the 1986 facelift, which brought a smoother nose and a redesigned dashboard. This car is grey with a grey interior, in excellent condition. The single tone is clean and neutral, so clothing, props and locations carry the frame. The roof folds by hand, and with it down the cabin is open to the camera. It has a 1.6-litre petrol engine. Fashion, editorial and photography shoots get that quiet backdrop, while 1980s film and TV work gets period lines that sit comfortably in shot. At events, an open Escort offers a different display from the more familiar hatchback. A wedding arrival or getaway works well too. The car is based in Colchester, Essex.