Ford Model C Ten

Ford Model C
Ford Model C
Overview
Manufacturer	Ford UK
Production	1934–1937
Body and chassis
Body style	2 and 4-door saloon, tourer.
Powertrain
Engine	1.2 L Sidevalve Straight-4
Dimensions
Wheelbase	90 inches (2.28 m)
Length	145 inches (3.69 m)
Width	57 inches (1.44 m)
Height	63 inches (1.60 m)
Curb weight	1736 pounds (787 kg)
Chronology
Predecessor	Ford Model Y
Successor	Ford 7W

The Ford Model C Ten is a car that was built by Ford UK between 1934 and 1937. Ten stands for 10 British fiscal horsepower. The car was also assembled in Spain (Barcelona) between 1934 and 1936. The German version produced in the same period was named the Ford Eifel.

The car used an enlarged version of the side valve engine fitted to the Ford Model Y that was increased to a capacity of 1172 cc by increasing the bore from 56.6 mm to 63.5 mm but keeping the stroke at 92.5 mm. A standard engine would produce 30 bhp (22 kW) at 4000 rpm. This engine became a favourite for many engine tuners in post war days and gave a start to several sports car makers including Lotus Cars and remained in production until 1962. Suspension was by the Ford system of transverse leaf springs with rigid axles front and rear, a system little changed since the Model T. A three speed gearbox was fitted.

A four-seat tourer, now much sought after, joined the saloons in mid 1935 and a de-luxe version, the CX, with chromium-plated trim was available from late 1935 to early 1937.

The car could reach 70 mph (110 km/h) and return 35 miles (56 km) to an (Imperial) gallon.

The Model C Ten's engine was also used in the limited-trial Ausfod automobile, manufactured in Manchester from 1947 to 1948.