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1986 Ford XR3I Cabriolet (red and black, classic)

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Updated 26 September 2026

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Make: Ford
Model: XR3I Cabriolet
Year: 1986
Decade: 1980s
Colour: Red and black
Types: Classic Convertible

This catalogue entry records a 1986 Ford XR3I Cabriolet in red and black, a convertible, from the 1980s.

The 1986 Ford XR3I Cabriolet in red and black is filed under Classic and Convertible, within the 1980s picture cars.

1980s on screen

Older models can remain part of an eighties neighbourhood, allowing the street to show a mixture of ages instead of a row of uniformly recent cars. Modern traffic can be especially noticeable in the distance of an eighties street, so the background view needs reviewing even for a simple stationary setup. Weekend departures in an eighties setting can begin at the house, using the loading and greetings to convey the journey before any travelling action is filmed.

Possible roles in a production

Weather can change the plan for an open-top scene, making a covered alternative worth discussing before the crew commits to the outdoor setup. Roof-up and roof-down scenes create different images, so the roof position needs agreeing early and recording for continuity across the convertible sequence. Hair, hats and loose costume details should be rehearsed for open-top action, especially when performers need to repeat the same look between camera angles.

About this listing

Here, a 1986 Ford XR3I Cabriolet in red and black is catalogued as Classic and Convertible. There is 1 Ford XR3I Cabriolet in the catalogue. 1986 is the date attached to the model group's dated entries. Browse 379 cars from the 1980s for the period, or 345 Ford vehicles for other vehicles by this make.

Questions about this car

Can I hire this 1986 Ford XR3I Cabriolet in red and black for filming?

Before an option for the Ford XR3I Cabriolet is confirmed, we need to check availability using the filming dates, location and vehicle action supplied with your enquiry.

Is the photo of this exact car?

The pictured Ford XR3I Cabriolet is representative only, so it does not identify the individual car for your shoot; our options confirm which vehicle and colour are offered.

What if this Ford XR3I Cabriolet isn't available?

You need not stay with the 1 Ford XR3I Cabriolet listed here: explore 345 Ford vehicles and compare 379 cars from the 1980s, with any replacement checked for your dates.

Can it be driven on camera?

On-camera driving with the Ford XR3I Cabriolet is subject to the owner, insurance and shot requirements; the brief also confirms the driver and the vehicle's journey to the shoot.

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