Ford Prefect E493A
Overview
| Produced: |
1938-1953, 19229 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon,4 doors,4 seats |
The Prefect E493A took over from its predecessor, the E93A, in 1949. Very little had changed from the previous model, in fact it was really only a cosmetic facelift which the Prefect needed to remain competitive. The front wings now looked more integral and carried the larger headlamps.
The Prefect retained its quaint 1930's feel and featured a traditional interior and fabric roof centre panel. Production finished in 1953 to make way for the much more modern 100E range, which included a new Prefect model.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1172cc | S4 SV | Ford Sidevalve | 63.5mm x 92.456mm | 6.16 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 mph |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 644 | 1950 FORD PREFECT E493A FOUR DOOR SALOON | Christies | 1 Jul 2005 | £1527.00 | - |
| 03 | Ford Prefect E 493A | BCA | 21 Feb 2005 | - | £2203.00 |
| 21 | Ford Prefect E493A | BCA | 6 Dec 2004 | - | £2050.00 |
| 068 | Ford Prefect E493A (1951) | BCA | 11 Feb 2002 | - | £1979.00 |
| 249 | Ford Prefect (1952) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 17 Sep 2000 | - | - |
| 518 | Ford Prefect Saloon (1953) | Brooks | 3 Oct 1998 | - | £1495.00 |
| 062 | Ford Prefect De Luxe (1953) | H&H Sales Limited | 3 Jun 1998 | Not sold | |
| 287 | Ford Prefect Saloon (1952) | Brooks | 4 Oct 1997 | - | £1150.00 |
| 557 | Ford Prefect Saloon (1952) | Brooks | 25 Jul 1997 | - | £1552.00 |
| 015 | Ford Prefect (1953) | BCA | 7 Apr 1997 | £1750.00 | - |
| 1256 | Ford Prefect Saloon (1949) | Brooks | 23 Mar 1997 | Not sold | |
| 871 | Ford Prefect 10 (1947) | Brooks | 2 Dec 1996 | - | £978.00 |
| 088 | Ford Prefect (1951) | H&H Sales Limited | 27 Nov 1996 | £900.00 | - |
| 099 | Ford Prefect (1953) | ADT | 20 Feb 1995 | Not sold | |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Thrifty Fifties |
40 |
 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly April 2011 | |||
| Thrifty Fifties - With a perfect blend of 1950s charm and practicality, these three low-budge classics are ideal for everyday use. Ford Prefect 107E, Austin A35, Standard 10. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Ford Anglia/Prefect/Popular |
20 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 3rd December 2003 | |||
| Buying Power - Ford Anglia/Prefect/Popular - Post-war Blue Oval motoring, with the emphasis on basic. Richard Gunn guides you through buying the cars that sit up and beg. | ||||
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