Published on 26 January 2024
Yes, LaurieM, a much underrated car is the FD Victor/Ventora. Leo Pruneau told me that he took inspiration from the (yet to be released) Chev Camaro when styling the car. It is also claimed that Ford copied the styling for its TC Cortina, and the comparison image supports that contention. David Booker's Vauxpedia website has all the inside information on the development of the FD. Here's an image of the meeting at Vauxhall when the FD shape was approved for production. Leo is identified with an arrow.
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