How many Ford Anglia 105E were made?
Approximately 1.3 million Ford Anglia 105E cars were produced during its production run from 1959 to 1967. This figure is a commonly cited estimate among automotive historians and reference works, though exact counts can vary depending on whether all body styles and export variants are included.
Production run and total
The Anglia 105E was introduced in 1959 as Ford Britain's compact-family-car offering, replacing the earlier 100E. The model remained in production for nearly a decade, with assembly concentrated at Ford's UK facilities, notably the Dagenham plant in Essex. Its enduring popularity helped Ford Britain meet rising demand for affordable, practical cars during the early 1960s.
Variant forms
In addition to the standard two- and four-door saloons, Ford offered a light estate variant (often referred to as the Traveller). While the saloon versions accounted for the bulk of production, the estate variant expanded the Anglia's appeal for families and small businesses, contributing to the overall production tally.
Context and timing
By the mid-to-late 1960s, Ford began shifting toward newer small-car designs. The Anglia 105E line ended production in 1967 as Ford prepared to introduce the Escort family the following year, which would go on to become the mainstay of the British compact-car market from 1968 onward. The 105E’s decade-long run left a lasting imprint on British motoring culture.
Summary
The Ford Anglia 105E is remembered as a milestone in mid-20th-century British motoring, with production commonly cited at around 1.3 million units. Its practical design, multiple body styles, and export presence helped shape Ford's approach to the family car in that era. For collectors, well-preserved two- or four-door sedans and Traveller estates remain sought-after examples of the period.
