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Ford Zag

1990Coachwork by Ghia

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1990
Body style
Van
Type
Concept

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Ford Zag, a concept car crafted and engineered by Ghia in Turin, Italy, epitomized a blend of futuristic design and practical versatility. Functioning as a sports multi-purpose vehicle akin to a compact van, the Ghia Ford Zag seamlessly transitioned between passenger transportation and cargo hauling, offering convertible functionality with its adaptable interior space. Notably, it boasted a folding roof rack, enhancing its utility for various purposes. Just as the Ghia Zig prioritized aerodynamic efficiency, the Ghia Zag zagged with its distinctive design language. Both vehicles shared the innovative feature of seven-element fiber optic headlamps, providing advanced illumination for enhanced visibility and safety. At the rear, the Zag’s design showcased a nine-element fiber optic array encompassing tail, brake, and warning lights. In contrast to the Zig, the Zag sported sleek wing mirrors finished in body color white, contributing to its aerodynamic profile. Inside the Ghia Zag, aqua nylon tube-frame seats offered a unique blend of comfort and support, complemented by bold trim accents in bright purple, adding a touch of vibrancy to the interior ambiance. The interior space was ingeniously equipped with an array of hold-downs, clips, and straps, strategically positioned to secure a wide range of sporting equipment and gear, catering to the active lifestyle of its occupants. Overall, the Ghia Zag represented a forward-thinking exploration of automotive design, seamlessly combining futuristic aesthetics with practical functionality. Its adaptable interior, innovative lighting technology, and sport-inspired interior elements reflected Ghia’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of automotive innovation, offering a glimpse into the future of versatile and stylish urban mobility.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Concept

Engine & performance

Specification notes
Confidence detail moved from confidence: very-high

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Ghia
Manufacturer · Documented
Ford

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

Torino General · legacy_preserved
Date
1990
Chassis
General

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
Car Design News — Ford Zig and Zag (1990) www.cardesignnews.com Specialist design press
CarStyling.ru — 1990 Ford Zag (Ghia) www.carstyling.ru Specialist design archive
Carrozzieri Italiani — Ford Zag www.carrozzieri-italiani.com Exact vehicle editorial

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history1 dated records
  1. Unassigned chassis · Event

    Torino

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