How many Ford Anglias are left?
The exact global number of surviving Ford Anglias is not officially published. Estimates vary depending on whether you count road-legal cars, SORN’d vehicles, or privately held or museum pieces. Broadly, the worldwide total is believed to be in the low to mid thousands, with the majority concentrated in the United Kingdom and in countries with historical ties to Ford's Anglia lineage.
The Ford Anglia, particularly the 105E variant produced from 1959 to 1967, remains a popular classic car among collectors and enthusiasts. Counting survivors is complicated by incomplete records, differences in national registry practices, and the distinction between cars that are registered and roadworthy versus those kept in storage or on display. This article surveys how researchers estimate surviving numbers and points to current sources for the most up-to-date figures.
Where counts come from and why they differ
Several sources inform estimates of how many Anglias still exist, but each has limitations. Registries may miss cars that aren’t registered, and private collections or overseas vehicles can be hard to track.
- Official vehicle registries and databases (where available)
- Car clubs and the Ford Anglia Owners Club / Anglia Register
- Museums, show cars, and private collections
- Private sales records and import/export data in former colonies
These sources together produce a range rather than a fixed tally, because some Anglias are not registered, some are in SORN status, and many exist outside the UK.
What counts as "left" and how researchers estimate
Definitions matter. Do you count only road-legal cars currently taxed and insured, or all surviving examples irrespective of their registration? How about cars in museums or private collections that are not registered? Here are common approaches used by researchers and clubs.
- Road-legal and actively used Anglias (taxed and insured)
- Registered but SORNed or off the road
- Non-operational but complete cars in collections
- Restorable project cars and chassis-only remnants
Each category yields different totals, which is why any published figure should be interpreted as an estimate guided by definitions used.
Where to check current numbers
For readers seeking the most up-to-date counts, consult the following sources and communities that track Anglia survivors. They compile lists, perform periodic tallies, and publish updates.
- Ford Anglia Owners Club and the Anglia Register (UK)
- Regional classic car registries and clubs in Australia, New Zealand, and Europe
- Museum inventories and private collections that feature Anglias
- Publicly available vehicle data portals and, where possible, DVLA/Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency data
Note that not all sources publish exact, citable counts, and numbers can change as cars are repaired, re-registered, or sold to private owners. The most reliable snapshots come from organized registries and clubs that maintain active rosters.
Summary
In the absence of a single official total, the surviving Ford Anglia population is best understood as an ongoing, uncertain tally tracked by enthusiasts, registries, and institutions. Expect the worldwide figure to occupy a range of several hundred to a few thousand, with the majority of examples found in the United Kingdom and in countries with historical ties to Ford's British production. For the latest, consult the Anglia Register or contact national classic car organizations.
