ABANDONED FORD DEALERSHIP PART 1: NEW 80's FORDS STILL INSIDE - SIERRA, ESCORT, FIESTA, ORION

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Join us as we travelled 1000 miles from the UK to go to an disused Ford Dealership in Germany.. inside are Sierras, an Escort, A MK2 Fiesta, and an Orion.. all brand new and locked in a time warp since around 1986.
In the video we see: Green Ford Sierra base model 5 door hatchback, Red Ford Sierra 1.6L 5 door hatchback, Blue Ford Sierra estate, Ford Fiesta S MK2, A Ford Escort 1.1 Laser MK3, and a Ford Orion 1.6 D CL.
Update: So we have been overwhelmed by the comments, in the most part very positive.
The same questions keep popping up, and now after the video has been published we have now found more information:
The Ford dealer closed in the mid 80s. It was a very large dealer, as it had a stock of over 300 cars. The owner continued to be an independent car dealer until his death in 1994. He had 300 cars on site, including 150 new Ford cars left over stock from his dealership days. In 1995, the family who owned all the buildings sold off the majority of his cars including most of the new ones. These unsold cars you see here were moved into the showroom, which was then left as a memorial to the owner. The widow kept the building maintained, clean and tidy, and presumably the cars cleaned etc. She would from time to time allow people to come in and view the cars. At some point someone stole some parts from the cars (guessing the wheel trims and one spotlight) and this put an end to welcoming visitors. The widow kept the place maintained but ended up in a care home. Now the family have not kept up the upkeep of the cars / building and this is how they stand today. I didn’t know all this when I made the video otherwise I would have included this information. Thanks for all the positive comments, I can assure you this is not “staged” or “fake”, I would have much preferred getting inside the building legitimately to have a proper look at these cars. Hope this clears up any confusion.
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[@AutoRetroUK]

So we have been overwhelmed by the comments, in the most part very positive. The same questions keep popping up, and now after the video has been published we have now found more information.. The Ford dealer closed in the mid 80s. It was a very large dealer, as it had a stock of over 300 cars. The owner continued to be an independent car dealer until his death in 1994. He had 300 cars on site, including 150 new Ford cars left over stock from his dealership days. In 1995, the family who owned all the buildings sold off the majority of his cars including most of the new ones. These unsold cars you see here were moved into the showroom, which was then left as a memorial to the owner. The widow kept the building maintained, clean and tidy, and presumably the cars cleaned etc. She would from time to time allow people to come in and view the cars. At some point someone stole some parts from the cars (guessing the wheel trims and one spotlight) and this put an end to welcoming visitors. The widow kept the place maintained but ended up in a care home. Now the family have not kept up the upkeep of the cars / building and this is how they stand today. I didn’t know all this when I made the video otherwise I would have included this information. Thanks for all the positive comments, I can assure you this is not “staged” or “fake”, I would have much preferred getting inside the building legitimately to have a proper look at these cars. Hope this clears up any confusion. Darren

[@idesignyou...9257]

Incredible video mate! I would love to ask where it is as I live near the German border, but I understand why you have not mentioned the address!

[@arbiya4346]

I would love to visit them. I also live in germany

[@bretsinclair8226]

Easy to find on Google Earth. Thanks for video. Curious question, looking at Google Maps, the building goes back a bit. Is there possibly more within behind the showroom area?

[@richardwareing8298]

​@bretsinclair8226 good question

[@RikAindow]

Hey Darren. First time I've seen one of your videos and wow, great start! Amazing video and detailed backstop, too. Thanks for sharing!

[@davegregory2809]

That place would be smashed to pieces if it was in the UK. Speaks volumes for the difference in mentality in Germany.

[@pandmscarrott4212]

Totally agree. Had the same discussion with a friend about this very point

[@bastianfromkwhbsn8498]

Very much depends on the area in Germany, that's most likely in a rural / small town area far from bigger cities.

[@eyesodd]

​@@bastianfromkwhbsn8498Where as in the UK it would make no difference. The local scotes would still wreck them in a little village here.

[@UK-Boxerfan]

Exactly what I was thinking before I read your comment 👍

[@jimp1646]

Very true.

[@foundnotlost]

I would just like to give my utmost respect and administration towards the German people who show how civilised and respectful they are towards a fellow country man's property. I don't know what I'm more amazed by the cars or lack of vandalism. Imagine this in any town or city in the UK. Stand up Germany 🙏

[@Kev27RS]

It’s not like that everywhere in Germany though…

[@asambrook76]

This was my first thought - no chance 'round 'ere!!

[@Tz365.]

Imagine if that was in northampton😂😂. Fubar

[@Hansen710]

this is trash to german people, show me a mercedes benz dealer in the same situation i would be more surpriced.. german people are afraid they get cooties from foreign cars

[@MrGTAmodsgerman]

Vandalism is also a common thing in Germany. This place must be somewhere hidden or watched.

[@PaulNurse1]

After reading the info you added its clear the car dealer was dearly remembered by his wife who preserved this as a memorial to him. Actually quite a touching story. Bless them both.

[@cyberspectre8675]

I'm sure dealers today could learn something from him

[@geronimo5537]

As someone who has watched hundreds of videos of abandoned homes and locations. This is the cleanest set of vehicles I have ever seen. Almost zero dust or leaks in the building. Usually after a few years the tires are all flat on vehicles to. Which made this an odd site. Im more inclined to believe this is some sort of display where people are maintaining this area.

[@stevenbjerke2825]

That is what I was thinking, no dust, air in the tires, seemingly no sun damage on the paint

[@geronimo5537]

@@stevenbjerke2825 any car is going to show major paint fading after a decade in the sun from one angle. Also making it an odd sight to not see it I agree.

[@geronimo5537]

Ah there is a pinned message I missed. Apparently a widow maintained the cars since the 80s. But is now in home care.

[@honkingantalope]

@@geronimo5537 I was just going to say that about the window must have u.v. Protection and also maybe the cars tires don't need to be refilled because the tires are technically brand new and are in a climitized environment.

[@weightlossplan4563]

I’m pretty sure someone is looking after those cars Hass to be in the building

[@zaheerg.mahomed9878]

Ford Europe needs to get these cars and store them in a car museum somewhere in Europe, honoring the family behind this dealership.

[@clasicoscarreteras]

Ford Europe is dead 😢

[@zaheerg.mahomed9878]

@@clasicoscarreteras Dang. I thought they would at least have a head office in Europe. For example, VW has VW America HQ in Virginia.

[@robertjackson5836]

I think they have done well enough where they are. ☺

[@gonzalogochicoa6815]

Amén Mr.

[@eyesodd]

​@@clasicoscarreterasIs it? We still have Ford in the UK, and that's where they keep their heritage collection, these would fit in nicely there.

[@gmichaelz0106]

This is remarkable!! Anywhere here in the US and the windows of this dealership would have been smashed out years ago, with beer bottles and cans littering the floor and all the walls tagged with graffiti. Says a lot for the people of Germany and their respect for other's property.

[@MrIain73]

I have just said the same thing about the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 mate.

[@zzhughesd]

Was thinking just the same !!!!

[@Smarterthanyou-mthrfkr]

Exclude the blitz tho, maybe im old😂

[@mmclaurin8035]

Wouldn't happen in my town. 😐

[@MrIain73]

@@mmclaurin8035 can I ask why it doesn’t not happy where you live ?

[@user-wp1ot4zt8t]

My sisters and I had fiesta mk2 and escorts like this when we were kids. This makes me feel quite nostalgic - good times. Today i'm 55 so this was a real reminder of the past .

[@darthwiizius]

The rarest car I ever owned was a MK1 Fiesta Supersport, the MK2 Sport is in this showroom. They only sold a couple of thousand SS's in the UK so that little fiesta in the showroom could be quite collectable. To see one with all the decals new makes we wish I could afford to buy it, the MK2 probably has a few of the, erm, MK1 "quirks" ironed out, probably not quite as daft.

[@normanconnor]

I am feeling all nostalgic and sad after reading about how the owners wife kept this as a memorial for her late husband. Must have been true love to do that. Pity that the family wouldn't look after them in the same way when she had to go into care And shame on those who stole little parts and ruined it for many others. Also what a lovely piece of music to go with this. Am 56 and remember when these cars first came out. Sierra was a futuristic shape back then and Orion the ones you had were terrible in the wind. Thank you loads for showing this.

[@zoltanfekets]

Looking through a glass into a world where time stopped 40 years ago. This is absolutely amazing. ❤

[@richardbegemann2148]

The world the most of us want to go back❤

[@craigpimlott204]

@@richardbegemann2148yep definitely .folk just got on with things .no pains in the April forcing some bulls##t agenda down folks throats. Folks knew what they were and not some fruitcakes thinking they’re a cat ..yep I’m on the bus for the 70’s and 80’s round trip .All Aboard !..

[@dannygoode2255]

Your not wrong. Life before the internet was amazing. When real people spoke to real people.

[@marcus9905]

@dannygoode2255 so true! How Ironic though that we must use the internet to revisit those times 🤔

[@kevinanderson686]

Only the disposables not the Mustangs , or Caprices they were about the only ones in the 90s worth owning

[@ericremoe8648]

I was unexpectedly moved: The fact that all this was left standing in peace, untouched for 40 years.. Makes me glad to realise that SOMEWHERE people do cherish other peoples hard work and dont just destroy. I was stunned. Thank you, people somewhere in Germany:) And thank you for this very unusual video.

[@philipmulville8218]

Me too. I thought the choice of music was perfect, and enjoyed reading the background story. Great video.

[@AutoRetroUK]

Thanks for that feedback

[@gemmamudd7167]

I agree totally

[@ZelMG]

What's crazy is that with a complete flush and refill all fluids those cars will technically drive like new, might also need new tires

[@blauro]

I agree 100%. Blown away that this has remained untouched. Really special.

[@bazzyg]

I'm surprised that the tyres are still somewhat inflated meaning that someone has been in there topping them up. This is an amazing find!!! Brings back memories of walking into the Ford dealership with my parents at the age of 7 and driving off in a brand new Orion Ghia

[@DavidCurryFilms]

As a 1985 model myself, these were the older bangers of my 90's childhood carspotting - surreal and amazing to see them brand new and spotless. Great video!

[@myrskylintu1]

Truly amazing. Bit strange that tires are not deflated at all. Tires usually deflate after decades of non-use. There's also very little dust over them. Looks like somebody has maintained them a little, at least once in a decade.

[@alastairward2774]

That stood out to me too.

[@sporkfindus4777]

​@@alastairward2774I wondered about that too, but the guy has explained this in the description

[@jengelenm]

The wheels should be turned once in a while. Or the cars put on jacks. Cause the bearings will be damaged…

[@Jonathan_Doe_]

Steel wheels deflate really, really slowly compared to alloys (Alloys tend to be slightly porous no matter how well they’re painted). I think the owner of the building does dust the cars down occasionally, so they probably inflate the tyres too.

[@raven1r44]

The owners wife had the place maintained until she went into a care facility a few years back supposedly.

[@viiviqa]

This is like a step back through time… absolutely incredible! Still got delivery mileage 😮 Thankyou.. for taking the trip & filming such an unusual video! ❤

[@LeadSmelter69]

My first car was a mk2 fiesta. What I would give to have that one now. It’s like they’re stuck in a time capsule. Brings back memories and the feeling of nostalgia. The music also makes me feel sorry for the cars! Great upload guys.

[@HalfdeadRider]

Just imagine, these were once being prepared for sale, and one day the workers left and never returned. All of our lives carried on, we grew up, went through the good and bad times for many years, while these just sat here seemingly frozen in time, something kind of sad, but at the same time, amazing!

[@user-wp1ot4zt8t]

yes there must be a story behind all of this , i would love to know the background to why this showroom was just abandoned with this brand new stock to become such a well preserved time capsule!

[@UncleanerBullet]

​@@user-wp1ot4zt8t There was a news article on this, man was a Ford dealer until year 1986 but was still selling these new Fords from his inventory until he suddenly died in 1994, after that his widow desided to empty the place by selling over 300 of the cars but decided to leave 6 of the new Fords in place as a memorial, he opened the place for audience some times until people started to steal easy to take parts from the cars and she closed it for good but still kept air in the tires and cleaned the cars weekly. Article also said that the widow is now probably in nursing home so we'll see what will happen to this.

[@UncleanerBullet]

It actually is updated now in the video description too.

[@martinc.720]

ok

[@laszlovona]

you can go to countryside,.search for a big rock and feel something similar.. except big rocks can stay in shape for 1000s of years 😂

[@patrickmkiv]

Spotlessly clean - the cars and the building floor / walls, and with fully pumped up tyres. Someone is clearly keeping the place and cars maintained and on show.

[@johnnypocketrocket]

Exactly...

[@youtubewa7766]

Bailbondsh

[@patrickmkiv]

@@youtubewa7766 is this Gregory Stevens?

[@kay_c1773]

Exactly my thoughts as well, everything is being very carefully maintained and preserved by someone, like it’s a film set.

[@miskatonic6210]

Funny what you are pulling out of your arse from thousands of miles away without knowing any facts.

[@juanpabloarena2724]

This really is GOLD DUST✨ Thanks for posting it! This is a caress to those of us who still have one of these cars. What does it matter to keep history alive!👍🇦🇷

[@wolf_kiff_workshop]

Incredible. What an absolute gold discovery ❤ I love car time casuals like this 😮 thank you for doing this 😊

[@marcushinton772]

It would be fantastic if they were in a museum which recreated a Ford dealership, but they deserve to stay together to be appreciated. And yes it shows people in Germany respect people's property

[@habsom1406]

I was thinking the same, they're not hidden away in a lock up, they're on full show, there's just a thin pane of glass for all passers by to see. If that was in the UK, they'd have been stolen long ago or a brick put through the glass.

[@michaelmcginn5275]

Thought it was in uk

[@mikehunt1528]

I did too at first until I saw where the steering wheels were.@@michaelmcginn5275

[@danielclift1]

@@michaelmcginn5275 no we have right hand drive in uk

[@ej9855]

This is one those things that need to be left untouched, like an uncovered time capsule, absolutely marvelous.

[@flordocampodocampo8024]

Não foi descoberto ! Estava ali sendo cuidado

[@randolfo1265]

Should be left untouched, but should doesn't. Somebody will find it with bad intentions eventually

[@davedesoto3434]

The way paint remains new on a very old car is amazing. like being in a time machine.

[@darthwiizius]

@@davedesoto3434 That's the leaded paint for you, if that was early water based paint the sides facing the windows would have bleached out by now.

[@fuyouto]

I can’t even keep my car clean for 24h , the place is not abandoned

[@JamesSmith-Jtz]

This was incredibly satisfying to see. I’m not a ford fan at all but I’m a fan of the 80s as I’m born in it. The cars, the music, the styles and the movies all have such a vibe to them. Something about this video brings back so much nostalgia and feelings of wholeness. Thank you for taking the time to share this with us. Reminds me of simpler times and that to me is priceless.

[@FatherDuck80]

In the 80’s we we’re all civilized and got along until that POs BHO came along and F-K ed it all up.

[@jeremyallen5056]

My dad had a sierra estate in that blue.A 1.6L,he loved it.Great to fill up with mates or luggage for our annual Devon holiday.Wonderful to see all of these again.Like others here I am amazed and pleased they’ve been left alone,just stunning…thanks for posting

[@lukewcleary5553]

I'm not a Ford fan but I think think this is amazing! There has to be a lot of respect for this man and his family locally because the place is kept well and everything is intact. If that was here in Ireland it would have been trashed years ago. It's like a museum, what a wonderful tribute to the man who owned the dealership. Well done on finding it and well done for such a respectful video.

[@JMc.D]

Why would it have been trashed in Ireland?

[@Dazza2292]

​@@JMc.Dpeople in the UK and Ireland don't have the same level of respect to be fair, saying this as a UK citizen, the police have little control over youths these days due to the nanny state who would take great pleasure in smashing as much of them up as they can and for absolutely no reason

[@areyouserious3092]

Because like here in England people are arseholes and can't leave anything alone.

[@rocon86]

​@@JMc.Dbecause there are a lot of scumbags over here who don't have a brain cell between them and don't want ordinary people to enjoy things that they don't care about. To a scumbag, those cars are only joyride cars. Sad but true. Those cars would have to be completely locked away, not on full display like this.

[@JMc.D]

@@rocon86 no I should explain I’m from Cork. I just don’t understand the logic

[@scottjones1948]

It's crazy knowing there are still places like this. This whole dealership deserves to be turned into a museum not just the car's. It's amazing fair play, I can't get my head around how it's still like this 🤯

[@skylined5534]

Makes you wonder how many more time capsules like this are out there!

[@nathanstroud2223]

There was an abandoned Subaru dealership in Malta.

[@davidyoung9561]

Probably many more across the globe@@skylined5534

[@palmaken]

Thats a huge step back in time. Reminds me of my younger years when i was car shopping. I ended up buying an escort 1.6 laser. Thanks for posting this video.

[@paulmalone1208]

Great job this takes me back when i was a kid seen these cars every day going to school we would call them out by name when one of us spot one and dream of one day owning one this is a time capsule love it ❤

[@johno-gb7ci]

It's like a piece of history preserved perfectly in a time capsule... one of a kind. Emotional in a strange way. God bless the owner's and even the locals for being so respectful.. hope these cars continue to be well looked after like they have been

[@habsom1406]

I guess the widow must have dearly loved her husband, but it's sad that time stopped and the cars were never enjoyed by anyone or used for their purpose. Once the widow passes, I suspect the family will just sell them off. Yes emotional.

[@johno-gb7ci]

@@habsom1406 lets hope the lady gets what the cars are worth.. and knowing they will continue to be well looked after.. a special museum. Maybee a replica of the same showroom with information about the family buisness

[@MrJRWBlueBoyz1878]

​@@johno-gb7ci Love this comment! That is a Great idea for a museum a replica showroom😎👌🏻👍🏻

[@vernonmatthews181]

Its like revisiting the "fountain of youth", the only way to sum it up. Love those cars and their state of preservation. 💚

[@vernonmatthews181]

@@habsom1406 Wondered 🤔 whether the auctionhouse Matthewsons UK Auctioneers 🇬🇧 were aware of their existance ? ? 💚

[@NFSMAN50]

almost 40 years later, and these vehicles are in remarkable condition for their time! Much respect to the family for keeping these vehicles safe from any harm!

[@HalfdeadRider]

@@rockermarco Sometimes old barn finds are found with air still in the tyres, so cars left in a showroom, still with air in the tyres doesn't surprise me, they have got a bit of tyre rot though so need replacing.

[@HalfdeadRider]

@@rockermarco they have been there since it was a dealership in the 80's, but I since read the description, they were looked after to some extent by the old owners family for some years. They are not a collection as such, he had 300 cars from when it was a Ford dealership, of which most were sold by the family years ago after he passed away.

[@renardfranse]

right?@@rockermarco

[@zandaughtry7936]

Only you'd have so many components to replace since it's sat and hadn't been used

[@ciaranbyrne62]

They are going to last 1000 years

[@johnnydeville5701]

That is awesome! What an amazing thing to find! We didn't get any of those Fords in America (other than the Fiesta for short bit, and Merkur versions of the Sierra ((in coupe form)). So it's really cool for me to see time capsule European Fords. What a great video!

[@mjk302]

Won’t find any fresher. These remind me of my dad in the 90s, well done in finding em pal 👍

[@jimp1646]

Seing these new Fords in a showroom is like getting into a time machine and going back in time.

[@dainco08]

Yesss

[@agnosticevolutionist3567]

When life was simple and people laughed together about life

[@kaivonnortheim800]

It was Auto Stock, they was the greatest Ford dealer in Ingolstadt, the company existed until around 1985, the boss was reluctant to give discounts on cars, they had dozens in the basement and most of them were sold at the end of the 90s according to a report in a car newspaper, the buildings have been empty since then, but have always been well maintained, The family have 4 Hotels in den alpes today

[@Kaiserzeit1871]

Das habe ich mal gelesen. Der Bericht stand damals in der AutoBild. Der Händler hatte damals sogar noch Granada 1 im Showroom stehen. Der absolute Wahnsinn.

[@rcajavus8141]

no wonder the local government doesnt make a museum of this because ingolstadt is Audi right? EU parasites sucking money and burning it instead of funding stuff like this, making this a museum and tourist atraction. f ingolstadt

[@kennyplay5982]

Kinda odd that there's a basement, and they sold those that were hidden and secure. But kept these visible and in view, and some near windows close to UV rays.

[@neilturner6749]

@@kennyplay5982read the creators background notes!

[@domagojoinky8262]

Can these cars still be driven ? They look like new cars. New old stock is like a time capsule. This is amazing. If this was in m country, Croatia, I think that someone would already had pillaged a place like this.

[@gabrielpoa2007]

These cars are 1983-1984 models,I owned a 1984 3 doors Sierra a looong time ago,seeing these cars brings back good memories...I can't believe I'm 46 years old now and these cars are sitting there since I was a 6 years old little boy,stunning unbelievable story!

[@Alan-vk6bk]

Brilliant. Brought back some memories of when I used to work in a Ford garage in the early nineties.....

[@evgeniygrigorievich1730]

As the owner of a Ford Orion Mk2, it’s very interesting for me to see what these cars looked like at the dealer’s showroom. my father drove our Orion in 1997 from Hannover to Nikolaev, Ukraine. I still drive it and try to keep it in good condition as much as possible. for example, it is difficult to get original spare parts such as a bumper, radiator, etc. rust appears on the wheel arches and door sills, but I am very pleased with the condition of the car, the electric window lifters still work and most of the parts under the hood are still original, I drive 200 - 300 km a day and work as a courier with this car. I catch myself thinking how much I like this car and I would gladly not buy a new car, but exchange mine for the same Orion that is in this showroom.

[@Welcome_to_real_life_]

I think that you have earned this new one from the showroom.

[@unstressbar]

my ever first car after getting the license was an orion mk3, 1.6 diesel. my dad gave it to me, as he bought an mk1 mondeo.

[@evgeniygrigorievich1730]

Ford Orion is our first and only car so far, it’s not easy to save up for a new one, especially since there’s a war going on nearby, I lost my previous job and have to work as a courier. So this old car literally helped me out and feeds my whole family

[@skylined5534]

I had a diesel Orion '89 MY. Great motors, well specced too!

[@LazarusSlade]

Why does the Ford Orion has the same font as the Orion movie studio!?

[@greggpedder]

This is definitely not abandoned. Its absolutely 100% being mainteined. Even the building wall paintwork outside and in and the building, all definitely being maintained.

[@AutoRetroUK]

It was being maintained regularly. But not anymore - it’s in the description.

[@motokrack]

Yeah for sure , they would be completely covered in dust , paint sun damage on one side ,they are not sitting there 40 years

[@robertoss4]

The shop windows are clean

[@mowtownni4587]

None of the tyres are flat

[@barneypaws4883]

The car tyres are also still inflated

[@boyzinpain6814]

I am a FORD fan and live Germany. If you disclose where this dealer is, may be I can find the owner there and save these cars. Vandalism is everywhere. It exist in Germany too. I suppose a lot of FORD fans here may be interested to put their hands on them. Cheers.

[@costabravaguy]

Can you imagine what these cars would fetch at auction these days. I particularly love the Sierra Estate. Amazing video....have watched twice and loved it. Also subscribed to your channel. Thanks so much for posting the video.

[@perdition79]

My first car was a 1988 Ford Escort. Seeing a pristine example shouldn't be possible. This is amazing.

[@davidyoung9561]

Back in 1998 I nearly bought a 1987 Ford Escort.

[@sporkfindus4777]

Mine was too - 5 door in radiant red

[@gavinrichardson3918]

Mine was a sierra in the same blue as the one in the corner! After that I had a white fiesta s too so brought back some memories with me too

[@macdaniel6029]

Mine too, although it was a '89 model.

[@user-bg2ly6dg7m]

I had a 92 at one point. Was one of the few cars I had for several years.

[@auditthis]

Unbelievable. If that was over here in the UK, they would have been smashed up and set fire to a long time ago.

[@ianhill4585]

Still a market for those beauts, left hand drive a downer for the UK, but do able. Wonder who owns them?

[@Dj.Ray.Von.]

​@@ianhill4585 The beauty with cars of this era, they're really not that hard to swap to RHD . New cars.. Yeah I wouldnt even entertain it !

[@ianhill4585]

@@Dj.Ray.Von. I agree, I was just musing the conversion is a added cost to factor in, not borne by purchasers in LHD countries.

[@nicholasperry2380]

Thank You for this Darren and Co what a fantastic job finding the location. Fabulous to see these still safe and sound after so long, base models rarely get saved so a little bit unusual. An urban myth that's true who'd have thought it?

[@0326Hambone]

What a great memorial for a man. It totally captures a point in time where the owner was at his peak. I hope the current owners can continue to maintain this.

[@Jay-B1750]

This is amazing, my family had a Ford dealership from 1960-1994, brought back many happy memories, its nice to see the whole place has been respected and just left to age gracefully instead of being trashed, I hope they find good homes one day.

[@AutoRetroUK]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@pandmscarrott4212]

@@AutoRetroUK are you the same handle on Twitter/X or is that someone else?

[@AutoRetroUK]

@@pandmscarrott4212hi, we’re not on Twitter at the moment. But you can find us on Facebook

[@shane6115]

Excellent video dude, well done, not a Ford guy, but as a petrol head you could not but enjoy this video.🙏

[@davidgarris2513]

Glad to see that everyone is a know it all. Must have been absolutely amazing to have had the privilege of being one of your schoolteachers.. 🤔🤔🤔

[@andrewm6786]

More than anything, I love the style of the narration. Not screaming the whole time or anything like that. Fantastic content

[@habsom1406]

Yeah, great camera work too. I did think the cars may have been just good used examples or renovated by a car enthusiast but the camera zooming in to the dashboard showing 4 miles and the still as new brake lines and anti roll bars and exhaust all confirmed that indeed these are brand new old stock.

[@casualagent7250]

Yeah, fantastic commentary….gems such as “All brand new Plastic seat covers Protectors on the doors”

[@Eat-MyGoal]

@@casualagent7250 I'm sorry you didn't get any attention. Here, have some five months later... 🔔🔚

[@casualagent7250]

@@Eat-MyGoal lol 🙃

[@MrW582]

The little fiesta is really gem, my old man had one in egg York yellow and I loved it growing up. It is amazing to see that many brand new cars that's been sat there since I was about 5 it's crazy 😮

[@musicfromthesoul7058]

This is a very moving video, its absolutely unbelievable how they have been left for decades, completely untouched, takes me back to my childhood seeing these on the road, and having family members driving them, i personally don't drive because of my visual impairment, but i have been a passenger in a couple of these models, and I clearly remember my uncle having the orion, it was dark blue and he loved it. Awesome video

[@mikelitoris1391]

I dont know what come over me watching this, I was born in 66 and remember these cars so well...seeing them now brand new in the showroom was almost like being transported back to that time, this has stirred a mixture of emotions as my wife who sadly passed away of cancer in 1989 aged 23, had a ford escort just like the one in the showroom, seeing that there too me straight back to us being in the showroom buying ours.....surely someone must own them, knowing what they would be worth could be a small fortune... thanks for sharing this, means so much

[@kickit59]

Wow that is an extremely interesting showroom. Nearly 40 years and these cars are still like new! I hope whoever inherits these cars finds them a good home!

[@jjkerr626]

This is simply amazing. It’s sad to know that all things eventually come to an end…but I hope this here stays forever 😊

[@aaronwilliams7146]

That is totally amazing! They should be put in a museum, explaining the story behind them, very cool.

[@richie6921]

This place needs to be turned into a museum, and these cars preserved

[@RedSampler]

she kept the cars as preserved as possible.., she opened the showroom as a museum, and what did she get in return? someone stole parts of the cars.. like hubplates and spotlight from the fiesta.

[@cquilty1]

@richie6921 For 80's British Ford cars??!! 🤣😂🤣

[@skylined5534]

​​​​​@@cquilty1 Yes, you d-umb455.

[@skylined5534]

​@@RedSampler Eh?

[@RedSampler]

@@skylined5534 ?

[@andrewhaines3259]

If that was in the UK, they'd be all smashed up, and parts pilfered off them long ago! They need to go to a car museum!

[@skylined5534]

Unfortunately yes that would be the case here!

[@curtbowers7817]

Who could ever drive a “new” car that’s 40 years old. Amazing. Thanks for sharing

[@paddybee4685]

So after reading your update l see that it's actually a memorial to the original owner. What a beautiful thing. I hope it stays that way and that the family might keep it up.

[@eathan323]

As most of the comments say these cars need to be put in a museum or sold to enthusiasts so they can be preserved they must not be neglected for to long simply awesome to see them again after forty years

[@jackroutledge352]

They're not neglected, they're clearly being looked after. There's air in the tires, and hardly any dust on them.

[@mr.gorillaz8449]

and used in movies

[@joeysworldsewer]

This IS the museum. Clearly the town people in that random part of Germany have silently decided together to leave it in good shape.

[@jcnme27]

I was 19 and newly assigned to RAF Alconbury. Bought my very first car while stationed there, a 1983 Ford Escort XR3I. Silver with gray interior. Loved that car!!! Took just a week to adjust driving on the right and shifting with my left hand, lol

[@TekMoliGy]

this is amazing. these should be in a museum at this point even though they're basic cars there probably are none left in existence like new like this

[@willallan77]

A great time capsule.... As I get older, experiences of nostalgia are becoming more powerful and emotional....I feel happy to have grown up in the 70's, 80's and 90's. Thanks for the video and what a great backstory too 👍

[@julosx]

To think I was still in high school when those cars were on sale. Time flies, eh ?

[@3yourself]

Truly astonishing. Great video Darren. It’s actually a shame that there’s no signage from the dealership or salespeople’s desks, brochures etc. it’s a real time capsule. Hopefully the family will appreciate just how much of a nice memorial it is in the near future.

[@tangie777uk]

WOW I loved my Sierra, would love to own one of them in that place.what a blast from the past. Thank you

[@anthonydonnelly8419]

Fascinating find and I am very impressed they have been left alone and the building respected. I had a 85 Sierra estate in the same blue. They should all be housed in a museum now the wife of the owner cannot care for them so well. Haunting and moving piece and respectfully shot. Thanks

[@fatyank44]

I can't believe that the tyres are still inflated. What an incredible look back in time. Thank you for tracking them down. Many memories of when you could identify cars just by looking at them, not the badge as of today's vehicles.

[@VCanisMajorisY]

Exactly, that place is being maintained.

[@SilverXTikal]

I agree. Sitting next to the window alone should have aged the rubber being exposed to the sun for so long

[@darrengrimmer8541]

It’s clearly being looked after but still incredible bit of history

[@Oz1976]

Someone's obviously filling the tires and cleaning the cars from dust. They'd be caked to the teeth sitting there 40 years and be on the rims.

[@flordocampodocampo8024]

O lugar e mantido ! Logo, os pneus também

[@harms2000]

The place is owned by the original franchise family. They are kept as storage and cleaned every other month as is the showroom

[@philipmulville8218]

Incredible video. The choice of background music is perfect. Well done 👍

[@venom523d8]

Great video and absolutely beautiful cars. Like a time Capsule. They certainly can’t make anything as good as that anymore. I hope they remain untouched and un spoiled. Some of my favourite cars ever made sealed behind that glass from a time when they knew how to make them. I’m glad they still exist in perfect condition. Shame there isn’t an RS500 amongst them. Thank you for going over there to make this video. ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!

[@ModernDayRenaissanceMan]

I am 43 & this brought me to tears. This is a woman's love for her husband. No one hangs onto the past that hard unless they don't want to let go. Find someone who loves you the way this woman loved her husband. Not only that but the power of just how clean it was. No one dated touched it. Much respect. Whoever gets these cars .. I hope they understand what it took for them to get here. Treat them with the same respect.

[@Salman-sc8gr]

Wish could find her kind of lady!

[@richdiscoveries]

This is nothing short of spectacular. What a find and thank you for taking us along

[@mark4joanne]

Amazing, brilliant video. Thank you so much for sharing. I passed my test in 1989 at the age of 19 in a Fiesta 1.1. I then had the use of my Dads D reg Orion 1.6 GL diesel. My mom then gave me her X reg (OOE 503X) Escort 1.1L in a lovely beige colour (Ford did love their beige cars back then..lol)

[@AutoRetroUK]

Thanks for the feedback Mark, glad you enjoyed it

[@radustar9]

Growing up my father had an 1983 Ford Escort convertible(mk3), beautiful car. Sadly he had to give it away. But it made me realise just how great 80s Fords and 80s cars are. Amazing place you have found !

[@Mr_Jingles_147]

This takes me back to the 80's when, as a 10 year old, during the summer holidays we would go to the car dealerships in town and ask for the latest catalogue/brochure. Some of them would give us stickers etc. I remember 1 of the Ford brochures having the Tickford Capri in it, so probably around 1985/86.

[@riccardoscavo8485]

Worked at a Ford dealership in Reading in 1986 and seeing these cars saw myself walking through the showroom, although it's a Tesla dealership now after decades of closure, I still see in my mind these Fords of that year inside. Happy memories

[@skaboy1396]

This has made me feel very emotional, seeing cars I used to look up to when I was a wee teenager and dreaming of owning one. Brought back my age of innocence. Thanks for sharing.

[@adamjones8503]

Awesome, hope they are kept as is, great to show these prime examples to future generations

[@TeamCGS2005]

OMG what an amazing time capsule that is. Miss seeing those cars back then. The Orions, Escorts, Sierras, Granadas you name it.

[@pandmscarrott4212]

Just incredible. Someone must own these and still own the building.

[@whitewidowt]

Obviously

[@toddhewett1027]

In the US, we have a hunting ap called ON X, that tells us who the land owner is, what hunting district… ect.

[@jamesduckettDR]

Wonderful tribute to the owner and his wife. I hope they'll find someone to be the new caretaker.

[@evoivowner7732]

Absolute proof that Fords don't rust if left inside. Heartwarming video. Thanks guys!

[@dice268926]

Thank you! That was actually beautiful, thinking about the posterity and respect that the country had. They should turn that into a site for Human Achievements, both as manufacturers and people of the town who didn't touch it for 40 years ❤

[@Levi-Willis]

I grew up with and first learned how to drive on a 1st gen Ford Taurus. Thank you for showing us this time capsule. Brings back a lot of memories of these 80s ford cars.

[@formulagazza]

Wow what a find total time warp! Would love to see those cars find safe homes

[@AutoRetroUK]

Really amazing to see these cars up close.

[@ow3x3xpr3ss]

They already have a home,and a good one I must say by the look of those car's 😉🤭

[@michellegower1259]

Reminds me of when I used to go to Ford dealership on eve of 1st August each year. The new registered cars waiting for 1st owner. Those cars are seriously valuable now. Nice to see they survive. I miss my Fiesta XR2! Was stolen 2004. She has never been found so hope she's in a barn somewhere waiting for me to get her back. I live in hope!! Sentimental to me.

[@David-sk9vv]

Absolutely brilliant video, thank you very much! There is something very eerie about this, the music helps with that (I don't say that lightly because there are many videos where the music totally ruins the content; yours... makes it even better). These vehicles, for the right buyers, would make a small fortune. A final classic era of Fords in my opinion. Thanks for the video.

[@1SuperRickSlick]

Takes me back to my childhood, my folks had most of these models. Great nostalgia, thanks for sharing. Seems like these 80s cars must’ve been sitting unsold in the dealers stock for up to 10 years then if it only stop trading in the mid 90s. You have to wonder about their salespeople…! Really quite amazing they survived tho. Great find.

[@bigtbird8809]

I hope in 30 years you go back and there still there untouched. Old ford's are like trance music. It takes us back to a time that was just better

[@mikeydaniel9478]

What a lovely homage to some perfectly preserved classics

[@victordavis7580]

Fantastic video, I will watch it several times. Thanks❗️

[@roryhazlie753]

These cars need to be saved and put in a museum this is absolutely criminal these sitting there abandoned 😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@MrBo11ox]

being kept in clean dry storage, including cleanign the cars and keeping their tyres inflated, is 'criminal' now is it? Don't be stupid. Give the owner of these cars a prize I say

[@Alien_Nukes]

​@@MrBo11oxexactly 😂

[@DefinitelyNotAdolfHitler]

this is as close as you can get to a time machine what an amazing find

[@petercarrington948]

That brilliant video has just taken me back to very happy times as a teenager in the 80's when cars didn't all look the same and had character.

[@tomlee80]

The story behind these cars being here is equally wonderful and sad at the same time. Amazing video.

[@ModernDayRenaissanceMan]

Imagine what else is in that building? The cash register. The computer. The books. I wish I could go through it all as an 80s kid... I would love to see the travel maps & such that usually accompanied such purchases.

[@30AndHatingIt]

80/90’s kid here, totally understand what you mean. Whenever I flip through the channels and see a Full House rerun on, it just makes me want to climb through the TV to get back to that era.

[@stevewarrington5515]

Great work finding the dealership, excellent footage and detail on the video. There were the cars I was driving about in in early 90s when I passed my test. I'd love that red Sierra.

[@AutoRetroUK]

Thanks for the feedback.. I’d go for the red Sierra too

[@jonie1968]

How amazing to see these classic fords, class video 👍

[@PS-hv7on]

Loved the old Escorts. My mom had a blood red XR3. Went like a bomb and hugged the road like it was on rails.

[@Bewareofthedog69]

I cant believe what I'm seeing. You would have thought after so many years these vehicles would have been taken, they certainly would have in England. Fantastic find & VT chaps, keep them coming. 👍

[@Ozzypup1]

Man Id love to have these cars. I love old ford cars like these. Had a few when I was younger.

[@kentfarang4325]

amazing the cars still there and so fresh conddition

[@michaelsimms76]

Great to see it being maintained and kept like a time capsule also respect to the German people for respecting someone elses property,over in the UK im sad to say but it would have been vandelised within 12 months and stripped for parts.

[@vincze90]

I had a Ford Sierra 1982' model. It was amazing.

[@mikeatcora]

I have an 82 Sierra 1.6L...I'd love any of these though.