1983 Ford Fiesta XR2 | Crewkerne, Somerset

A 1983 Ford Fiesta XR2, the sporty version of Ford's small hatchback and a car that helped define the 1980s hot hatch. It pairs a 1.6-litre engine with a light, compact body, and it is liked for its lively, eager character. Autocar has called it an overlooked hot hatch, and its boxy shape has gained a following. This car is black with a grey interior, a restrained combination that lets the upright, squared-off lines read cleanly in front of a lens. It seats four, so a small group can travel together in period style. Its compact size and early-1980s look suit period film and TV scenes, retro photography, music videos and advertising, where a small hatchback slips into tight locations and plants a shot in the decade. The black paint also gives fashion and editorial work a clean, graphic backdrop. Couples after a relaxed, period arrival for a wedding, or anyone planning a personal hire, will find it friendly company. The car is based in Crewkerne, Somerset.