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Abandoned 80s Ford dealership, but full of cars in perfect condition. The owner's widow keeps the place impeccable. Check out the photos and details of this true automotive time capsule!
The 1980s marked a particularly successful period for the Ford. At that time, Ford shined by combining striking engines with designs that, even without extravagance, stood out from previous models and won over the public. Therefore, it was common to see Ford dealership.
Although these cars were not visually bold, the American brand managed to consolidate a significant share of the market. worldwide by combining this aesthetic with a competitive pricing policy. Because of this, it has become a popular choice among young people.
Recently, the channel Auto Retro on YouTube went viral after revealing a surprising discovery: a Ford dealership in a German city. The dealership closed in the 80s, leaving an untouched collection of vehicles from the era in its display window, ready to drive after almost four decades.
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It's not common to find cars from the 1980s preserved as if they were new, but this abandoned dealership in Germany is impressive for precisely that reason.
Unlike typical dusty car depots, the place resembles a “museum” of European Ford models, all intact, as if waiting for their next owner.
The story behind the Ford dealership
Around 1986, a Ford dealership abruptly closed, leaving behind a scene that has become an enigma to the curious. The official reason for the closure was the unexpected death of the owner and manager, which made it impossible to continue operations.
With the store closed and abandoned, classic car models were on display for decades, visible through a still incredibly clean display window.
The widow maintained the dealership in honor of her husband and, although she did not continue the commercial activities, she continued to take care of the store and the cars, preserving the environment and cleaning the vehicles regularly.
However, as the years went by, the widow had to move away and was transferred to a care unit, leaving the dealership “frozen in time".
This ongoing care is what ensured the cars remained in exceptional, almost like-new condition while the world outside continued to evolve.
The incredible collection preserved at the Ford dealership
While most of the models at the dealership are standard Ford vehicles by European standards, retro car enthusiasts can marvel at the models on display.
Among the highlights are a red Ford Sierra 1.6, known for its stripped-down and accessible style, and a Ford Fiesta S Mk2, a compact and dynamic model that was a hit at the time. There is also a blue Ford Sierra station wagon, iconic for those who experienced the 80s and family trips.
These cars, although not high-performance rarities, represent a time when vehicles were designed for everyday life, and many of them have become symbols of nostalgia.
For classic car enthusiasts, an event like Radwood — which celebrates cars from the 80s and 90s — could be the ideal setting for rediscovering these vehicles.
The most fascinating thing about this curious capsule from the eighties is that its main elements are preserved, as if time had stopped for them.
Adhesive advertising, partially assembled extra parts, complete absence of signs, protective plastic covering some seats… Even the cleanliness of the environment is impressive, allowing a detailed view of the place.
All of this is the result of the dedicated care of the former manager's widow, who, according to the YouTuber, spent more than three decades regularly cleaning her deceased husband's former establishment, until, as she got older, she had to move into a nursing home.
An uncertain destiny
However, the future of this dealership remains a mystery. Without clear information about the fate of the vehicles or who will take ownership, the question remains as to whether the cars will remain isolated or whether they will have the chance to find new homes.
It is possible that the property will be passed on to the widow's heirs, but for now, everything remains shrouded in uncertainty.
It would be exciting to see these vehicles hitting the streets again, being appreciated and restored by those who value the historical and aesthetic aspect of the classics from the 1980s. After all, each car tells a story and, even when stationary, they carry a legacy that dates back to a unique time in automotive history.
Memory and nostalgia
On the one hand, the dealership has become a time capsule, preserving memories and honoring the legacy of the original owner. On the other hand, there is a sense of melancholy in seeing these cars sitting idle for so long, as they were made to be driven, to be admired and driven.
What brings some relief is knowing that, even when not in use, these cars remain in excellent condition, waiting for a chance to be revived.
The abandoned Ford dealership is more than just a car depot: it represents a part of history that, for now, remains preserved.
And if one day these vehicles find new owners, they will carry with them not only the dust of time, but also the honor of representing a bygone era.
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If it were in Brazil, it would be full of paranoia
In Brazil, if I'm not mistaken, in the city of Lajeado/RS this happened, but it was a VW dealership.
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