Rally animal, young timer and collector's item: For a long time, the Ford Sierra had the reputation of being a bourgeois pensioner car. But that's changing. No wonder, since the rear-wheel-drive car from Cologne can not only look back on many successes in motorsport, the fast Cosworth and XR versions are rare and therefore popular collector's items.
But even the simple versions find their way back onto the road here and there. That's good, after all the bourgeois of yesteryear, is the cool of today.
About Ford Sierra
The Ford Sierra was one of the most iconic cars of its time. It represented innovation, style and performance in a way that had never been seen before. Its sleek design and futuristic features made it stand out from all other cars on the market at that time.
From its debut in 1982 until 1993, the Ford Sierra went through various upgrades and improvements, each version bringing new features and advancements that took the industry by storm. The car initially faced criticism for its unique design features; however, it contributed significantly to cementing its place in history as an original creation.
One factor behind this car's popularity was its widely accepted performance on both road and track. Its engines were reliable enough for daily driving yet versatile enough to compete in motorsport with modifications.
In addition to its style, speed and power, there was something uniquely satisfying about driving a Ford Sierra that attracted automotive enthusiasts worldwide. The car exuded confidence with ease while providing drivers with excellent handling capabilities.
Its unofficial nickname - ‘the Saviour of Ford’- shows how much people loved the car. Despite being discontinued almost three decades ago globally (excluding South Africa), The impact of this model still resonates amongst enthusiasts today.
Those lucky enough to own one would know how special they were treating their prized possession as if it were more than just metal on wheels but rather- A piece of history that marked change in Automotive Engineering forever!
