FOR SALE
A hearing aid beige Ford Fiesta MK2 Popular Plus Zetec Sleeper.

EQUIPMENT
Thin bodyside rubbing strip, halogen headlamps, anti-burst door locks, storage compartment under rear-floor, two speed plus intermittent wipe, 3-speed fan, folding rear seats, tailgate wash/wipe, heated rear window, digital clock, cigar lighter, illuminated interior controls, Ford ESRT 32 PS FM cassette. Build Specification: 2.0 Litre Silver Top Zetec engine, 40mm Jenvey throttle bodies, Bosch 044 fuel pump, VW coil pack, fuel regulator, Ashley 4-2-1 manifold and exhaust system with upswept tailpipe, alloy XR2 radiator, Vibrotechnics engine and gearbox mounts, rebuilt Series 2 Escort RS Turbo gearbox with limited slip differential, KMS MP25 ECU, drilled and grooved front discs in XR2 size, XR2 calipers, XR2 drive shafts, Gaz coilovers, polybushed suspension, XR2 beam, XR2 tie-bars, Outlaw Motorsport Panhard rod, Fiesta steel rims banded to 6.5J, Fiesta XR2 bumpers (drilled to front to aid cooling), Escort RS Turbo front seats trimmed in Popular/Bonus model Klee Raven to match Klee Raven upholstery to rear seats and door cards, XR2 lower centre console, XR2 boot floor and inner arch carpeted covers, XR2 five-speed gear knob. Accessories: Tailored carpet mats, bespoke dash protector mat.

EXTERIOR
The ultimate retro Sleeper! This Fiesta began life as a humble 1.1 litre Popular Plus in Ivory, (Code H 6), a delightful bobble hat colour unbefitting of this car performance capabilities! The ethos behind this build was to create a Sleeper whereby cosmetically the car retains a relatively standard look in direct contrast to the mechanical magic underneath! The paintwork looks superb with a bright uniform finish and the body panels and underneath are structurally perfect. The car proudly displays its Popular Plus boot stickers to honour its unassuming roots and supplying dealer branded number plates and rear screen sticker remain. A slight detraction to our normal offerings, this example is modified and close scrutiny will reveal minor markings and evidence of remedial paintwork carried out. Not withstanding this, the car looks fantastic and has been featured in several prominent Ford enthusiast magazines.

INTERIOR
A very tastefully enhanced interior begins with front seats from a Series 2 Escort RS Turbo which have been professionally retrimmed in Popular/Bonus specification Klee Raven fabric to match that of the door cards and rear seat. The upholstery is unworn, clean and the seats retain firm bolsters and bases with immaculate door cards. The dashboard is fully intact and the upper centre console has been neatly modified to fit around the XR2 lower console. The original thin steering wheel has some aging. The Ford radio cassette is fully operational as is all other equipment. The perforated headlining is clean as are the grey pile carpets and the parcel shelf is pin straight and uncut. Tailored carpet mats and a bespoke dash protector mat complete the understated look ready for the Boy Racer!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Lift the bonnet on this Popular Plus and you are not greeted with a 1.1 Kent Crossflow. Instead, the 2.0 Litre Silver Top Zetec engine sourced from a low mileage Mk1 Mondeo that had covered just 30,000 miles has been professionally and neatly transplanted. The impressive specification listed above in the build particulars leaves endless cope for more power extraction, yet currently an impressive circa 150bhp is achieved, three times that of the standard 49bhp it left the factory with! The engine bay is neatly presented and clean and all servicing and maintenance is up to date. The performance is phenomenal, huge grin inducing fun yet not too uncivilised as to become tiresome. The rebuilt Series 2 Escort RS Turbo gearbox operates well and the car is easy to drive.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
An original set of correct steel wheels have been professionally refurbished and banded to 6.5J to give the car a fantastic stance with a nod to it humble origins. The wheel finish looks great with a high fleck metallic and there are a few tiny markings to the outer rims, barely noticeable. A choice of immaculate centre caps comes in the form of the standard small black caps or a set of half wheel caps from the plush Fiesta L. Matching Nankang AS-1 performance tyres of size 175/50 R13 are fitted all round including to the XR2 Pepper pot spare. This creation stops as well as it goes with drilled and grooved front discs in XR2 size and XR2 calipers the main uprated features.

HISTORY FILE
This Fiesta left the Cologne plant in January 1989 as a modest 1.1 Popular Plus and was registered new on the 21st March 1989 by Trimoco Ford in Chelmsford. The car remained in standard fettle until around the mid 2000’s when it was acquired by a specialist firm called Ignition Advantages, who are experts in building mainly racing Fiestas. The car at this time had just 21,000 miles on the clock and in one magazine feature was described as being “mint and complete with original dealer number plates and window stickers still in place”. The car was acquired as an unfinished project but, now in the hands of experienced experts, it could really take shape. Initial plans were ambitious with the intention of creating a drag car, however time and day-to-day work got in the way and the owner decided to finish the initial build Max Power style and enjoy the car as it stands today. There have been several magazine features in prominent Ford publications including Performance Ford and Classic Ford, copies of which remain in the history file. The previous owner of almost ten years, aptly named Mr Ford, has enjoyed the car immensely but having decided to buy KGF Classic Cars’ stunning Mercury Grey Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 2, knew the Fiesta had to go to make way for his new toy!

MOT April 2027, HPI Clear.

FOR SALE
A Mk1 Ford Cortina 2dr Fleet Model featured in Clarkson’s The Grand Tour.

EQUIPMENT
All steel integral construction, safety glass all round, zero torque locks, sealed beam headlamps, childproof locks, Aeroflow ventilation, single-tone horn, safety steering wheel, padded armrests, driver sun visor, speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge, main beam, ignition, temperature and indicator warning lights. Toggle switch for headlights and panel lights, choke control, ashtray. Factory Options: Heater and demister. Accessories: Electric screen washer, oil pressure warning light, temperature gauge, carpet mats, boot mat, car cover.

EXTERIOR
The eye-catching styling of the Mk1 Ford Cortina still holds universal appeal today and was Ford of Britain’s global success story. When Jeremy Clarkson reviews the Ford Cortina Genesis in The Grand Tour, this actual car is the first chapter in what is easily the most important book in British motoring history! (Click Here). Finished in period Purbeck Grey, (Code CH), this ordinary family car is anything but ordinary. A TV celebrity and recipient of numerous MK1 Cortina Owners Club awards, including National Supreme Champion! The name Cortina is proudly mounted on the bonnet and in an elegant script style on the boot should you need reminding. The underside is beautifully detailed for the show circuit. Distinguishing features of the Fleet Model are all clearly visible, (or not, due to their omission!), and include the body colour grille and extractor louvres on the rear roof for the Aeroflow ventilation system, normally chrome on De Luxe and Super models. With a proven show winning track record and one of the rarest Mk1 Cortina’s to survive, can it get much better?

INTERIOR
Simple, elegant and immaculately presented in all respects. The PVC upholstery to the deep foamed filled seats finished in Ravenna Red, (Code B413), and are unmarked along with the door cards and plastic washable headlining. Being a Standard Cortina Saloon Fleet Model, the flooring has a basic rubber covering, no door operated courtesy lights, only one sun visor and no opening front quarter windows. To further emphasise the simplicity of this rare model, the water temperature gauge has a pictorial gear location diagram! (Now replaced with a period correct Cortina water gauge but included in the sale). The ornate deep dished safety steering wheel is unmarked and circular cowled instruments all function along with the optional heater and demister. Delightful in all areas.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Prepare to be amazed at the splendour of this immaculate show winning example with the 1200cc engine sparkling clean and producing 54bhp. Simple proven and robust mechanics make this a tinkerers dream and the original vehicle identification plate is still attached. The four-speed gearbox is light, precise and an absolute joy.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Simple pressed steel wheels with unmarked chrome hubcaps with a mirror finish are shod in matching branded 155/80 R13 tyres with ample tread including the spare correctly recessed in the rear nearside wing. Front disc brakes and drums to the rear do a good job of stopping the vehicle.

HISTORY FILE
Once Britain’s best-selling car, the Cortina Saloon or Fleet Model was marketed by Ford as ‘offering outstanding performance with economy; the lowest cost car in its class.’ An ideal vehicle for everyday business or for the family man who wants maximum saloon-car space at minimum cost.’ Discovered languishing in a garage in 1986 by Graham Dobson, the delight that this 1966 Standard Cortina 2 Door had escaped the sporting Lotus conversion was immense. Correctly identified by the BA71 chassis number, the Mk1 Ford Cortina Owners Club have established this as one of just 34 UK Fleet Models known to exist. In comparison, 486 Lotus Cortina are known to the Club! (Source: Marc Gimmel – Cortina MK1 Register). Highly regarded within club circles and previously sold by KGF Classic Cars, this example has scooped up all the awards including National Supreme Champion and Best Rare Model. Such is the impeccable condition and rarity it was also nominated to feature in the hit television series The Grand Tour with motoring TV personality, Jeremy Clarkson. One for the absolute Ford fanatic.

MOT Sept 2027, HPI Clear.

SORRY NOW SOLD – SIMILAR WANTED

A legendary 1st Gen 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible utterly cherished.

EQUIPMENT
Power vinyl hood with side clamps, courtesy lighting, heater defroster, safety-yoke door latches, counter balanced rear deck lid, opening quarter lights, chrome window frames, chrome bumpers, aluminium scuff plates, Mustang tril-color fender badges, seat side shields, parallel-action electric windshield wipers, suspended pedals, turn signals, back-up lights, emergency flasher, padded instrument panel and sun visors, cigarette lighter. Factory Options: Power top, tonneau cover X2 Red and Black, wire-style wheel covers, woodlike deluxe sports steering wheel, Cruise-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission. Dealer Upgrades: Dual-line power front disc brakes, Borgesson power steering, 2-barrel weber carburettor, dual exhaust system, multibranch manifold, Euro LED rear lights, 3-point front seatbelts, rear seatbelts, front headrests, white sidewall tyres, battery isolator, car cover, Pioneer DEH-S720DAB headset, Vibe Pulse Coaxial speakers.

EXTERIOR
All about fun, excitement and going places with this iconic American legend finished in Super Diamond Lustre Enamel single tone paint in Wimbledon White, (code M).
This automotive symbol of America has paintwork that boasts a deep glossy shine and uniform finish. The iconic lines are unspoilt and this car gains much admiration on every journey with the doting only UK owner sharing photographs of its amazing untouched ‘dry state’ condition prior to a repaint in 2019 when arriving in the UK. Such is the panel originality, that even the door sills have part numbers stamped and still visible! The extensive chrome work has a stunning mirror shine with the faintest of aging and the black vinyl hood is fully operational with some tiny marks. This cherished and unspoilt example is simply wonderful.

INTERIOR
The interior of this Ford muscle car is presented in amazing condition. Plush deep foam bucket seats finished in pleated Red Crinkle Vinyl are undamaged and the full wall-to-wall carpeting is unworn protected by colour coded Mustang rubber mats. New for the 66 model year was the iconic 5-dial instrument cluster all fully functioning and viewed through the optional ornate and immaculate 3-spoke woodlike deluxe sports steering wheel. The padded instrument panel has no cracks and the extensive chrome switchgear looks great. The GT centre console adds a touch of class and the clean capacious ‘trunk’ will swallow all luggage requirements enabling long trips away in this American legend!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Simplicity, ease of maintenance and fantastic parts availability were part of what made the Mustang so unbelievably successful and this mantra has never changed. The correct T Code identification 200ci 3.3 litre inline 6-cylinder engine emits a wonderful exhaust note through the custom-made twin exhaust system with a multi-branch exhaust. With improved breathing, upgraded two barrel carburettor and DUI electronic ignition, expect the 120bhp quoted to be improved. The engine bay is very clean with factory labels and stickers as well as original Fomoco components and panel stampings. Fitted as a factory option is the Cruise-O-Matic 3-speed C4 automatic transmission operated by a floor mounted T-bar handle which operates exactly as it should.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Deluxe and optional full wire-style wheel covers with simulated knock-off hubs are shod desirable Guardsman Plus 205/75 R14 white sidewall tyres with ample tread. Fitted by Pilgrim Motorsports at huge expense in 2021 to the sum of £6,247 along with power steering, a dual-line power front disc conversion was fitted to provide safe and effective stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
This stunning 1966 1st Gen Ford Mustang Convertible left the New Jersey Assembly Plant on January 12th and was discovered by Pilgrim Motorsports in 2019 in the ‘dry state’ Sierra Nevada in California. On a mission to find the best unrestored Mustangs to export to the UK, this example was successfully acquired after much negotiation and shipped to the UK. Photographs of this prime example in its homeland exist before being UK registered on the 1st August 2019 and promptly sold to car collector Peter Shillitoe. After Pilgrim Motorsports initial registration, he remains the only UK owner, utterly cherishing the car and returning to them for expensive upgrades such power steering and power brakes. Invoices reveal in the first three years alone, he spent almost £9,500 on desirable upgrades. The owner has kindly provided handwritten notes and instructions, included original spare parts and even a tailor made car cover with a cutout for the radio aerial! A vehicle handbook, A4 file with documents, spare keys, original workshop manuals and even the Californian number plates are included. The car is a wonderful example of an unspoilt 1966 Ford Mustang, wanting for nothing and ready to enjoy. A guaranteed wide-smile slice of Americana!

HPI Clear.

FOR SALE
A rare Signal Orange Ford Capri Mk3 3.0 Ghia manual with interesting history.

EQUIPMENT
All steel welded integral construction, safety tinted glass all round, opening rear quarter vents, four round sealed beam halogen headlamps, extensive sound insulation, anti-burst locks, sunshine roof with tilt/slide, black painted bumpers with overriders, Ford emblem sill finishers, power steering, leather steering wheel, tachometer, ammeter, water temperature gauge, warning lights for alternator, oil pressure, main beam and direction indicators, quartz clock, heated rear window with wash/wipe, dual-tone horn, padded arm rest, map pockets, Ford LM/MW push button radio cassette. Factory Options: 4-speed manual transmission (no cost option in lieu of standard automatic transmission).

EXTERIOR
Highly sought after and rare for the Ghia is the stunning Signal Orange paintwork, (Code 0 9), a colour that proudly boasts the best virtues of a 1970’s Mk3 Capri! Having been professionally restored around 15 years ago, the gorgeous vibrant paintwork boasts a deep polished shine and uniform finish and there are very few imperfections worthy of mention. The bonnet bulge, Ghia badging and large 3.0 boot decal remind onlookers this is no lower model Capri and both supplying dealer branded number plates and rear screen sticker are fitted. The glass is security etched with the vehicle registration number. This regular show-going example will delight any enthusiast seeking a top-of-the-range for luxury Mk3 Capri with power and good looks found in abundance!

INTERIOR
Sumptuous interior design synonymous with Ghia and luxury motoring is absolutely stunning. The contoured seats with built-in head restraints are trimmed in Tan Verona fabric upholstery, (Code J 1). The seats are spotlessly clean and the material is largely taught with no rips or thinning. Coloured-keyed deep shag pile carpet and door cards are unmarked and the Grey soft feel instrument surround with a full arrangement of working gauges has no fade, lift or dash cracking. The headlining is fully intact and very clean. The original Ford stereo cassette remains fitted and operates, although will require repair as the tuning dial is faulty and the cassette player makes everything sound like The Chipmunks/Bee Gees. All non-protruding switches, dials and quartz clock operate perfectly. The spotless boot area has a straight and uncut parcel shelf, Ford jack and spare wheel. An opulent classic Ford interior.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The most powerful engine available at the time was the 3000cc V6 engine as fitted to this genuine 3.0L Ghia. Power output is quoted at 138bhp at 5000rpm to offer a top speed of 121mph and 0-60 in 8.2 seconds. The engine bay is very well presented with the chassis stamp to the inner wing clearly visible and unique 3.0 strengthening points present. Standard equipment on the 3.0L Ghia is the C3 automatic gearbox, however a desirable four-speed manual was offered as a special order option but very rarely chosen. This example is immensely rare having left the factory as a manual, begging the question of why not just order a cheaper 3.0S and save £1000 at the time?! Perhaps the comfort of the Ghia was appealing as was the driver feel of the manual.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Cast aluminium sports road wheels are unmarked and premium Uniroyal 185/70 VR13 tyres were fitted in August 2026. The hydraulic dual-line servo assisted brakes with front discs and rear drums bring the car up straight and true and the car is still fitted with the correct 2 port Girling master cylinder.

HISTORY FILE
A car with an endearing history. This early Mk3 was built in September 1978 at the Cologne Plant in West Germany and registered new on 23rd February 1979 at Alexanders Ford Cars in Edinburgh. In March 1981, the present owner, Mr Hill, purchased the car from BCA (British Car Auctions) in Measham whereby the original receipt in the history file reveals the price paid of £2,925. Mr Hill recalls that he kept the car for around six months at which point “something else took my fancy” and the car was sold to a work colleague who cherished the car daily until around 1990. At this point the car was offered back to Mr Hill in “somewhat used condition”. The decision was made to buy the car back with the intention of “doing it up” because a 3.0 Ghia with manual gearbox and in Signal Orange was more than rare, it was almost unique! Family and work commitments prevailed, and the car was stored for around 20 years before restoration began. A professional restoration began in the summer of 2010 and is documented in the history file. Mr Hill, the sporadic custodian of over 45 years, has now made the heart-wrenching decision to sell the car in order to concentrate on other retirement interests rather than classic car shows! An owners written testimonial and Capri Story, magazine features and many more documents are included in the history file.

In July 2026, the car has undergone full check over to include a major service, fuel system service, brake overhaul and four premium tyres. A wonderfully rare example of late-seventies Ford Royalty.

MOT September 2027, HPI Clear.

SORRY NOW SOLD – SIMILAR WANTED

A superb early Mk1 Ford Escort Mexico with AVO and RSOC National Day awards.

EQUIPMENT
Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) Type 49 body, front quarter bumpers, flared wheel arches, strengthened chassis rails, strengthened flitch plates, reinforced front suspension strut top mounting plates, rear radius rods, safety glass, anti-burst locks, black painted aluminium grille, six pod sports binnacle, heater fan, two speed wiper, courtesy light, spare wheel housed in boot together with battery. Factory fitted options; Reversing lights, Speedblade wipers, Springalex steering wheel, cigar lighter.

EXTERIOR
The road version of the rally winner and available only at your Ford Rallye Sport dealer was the draw of these special cars built at the Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) division. Finished in one of the three launch colours, Sunset Red (Code J), this genuine early Mexico is stunning with incredible detailing extending to the underside for those wishing to enter the show circuit of this once proven concours winner. Vital components such as the rear stone deflector held in by eight bolts in the boot floor and strengthened AVO workmanship are laid bare for all to see. A few minor blemishes do not detract from this Concours d’Elegance winner. The chrome, glass and badges are in immaculate order with the front screen still being the genuine Ford Triplex laminated item with accompanying sticker cleaned by Trico Speedblade wipers. The lens units are FoMoCo and the contrasting Mexico stickers are in perfect condition cementing the iconic rally look.

INTERIOR
High grade Black PVC upholstery, (Code AA), as fitted to ‘L’ specification early cars are simply incredible along with the rest of the interior. The padded facia has no cracks or rips and the correct matt-black finish to the beautiful instrument panel to eliminate dazzle is unmarked. Fitted with the factory 140mph speedometer and 8,000rpm rev counter, all gauges, controls and switches are fully operational. The optional black looped-pile carpet is spotlessly clean along with the desirable Springalex dished steering wheel. The boot area continues the showroom experience with the early Mexico’s battery-in-boot setup meaning the spare wheel is mounted to the boot floor. The nine-gallon fuel tank finished in factory matt grey and even the jack and wheel brace are within the original fawn muslin bag and black light protectors undamaged. Spectacular.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Spectators will drool in amazement under the bonnet of this desirable early Escort Mexico as it is so clean. The four cylinder 1600 GT crossflow unit with the 711M block is quoted in the sales brochure at 86bhp to go up to a ton with little effort and hit sixty in under 11 seconds. Correct specification from the AC oval metal airbox finished in silver to the tubular four-into-one exhaust system exactly replicated in stainless steel will please scrutineers. The original VIN plate and AVO ID plate remain fixed to the slam panel. The close ratio all-synchromesh 4-speed gearbox with heavy-duty three-rail shift ensures positive changes.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Fitted with the correct pressed steel wheels with the cooling slots measuring 5.5x13in and immaculate chrome hubcaps. The tyres are matching premium Dunlop SP6 175/70 R13 tyres with ample tread. The original remote servo-assistance brakes powered by the early Girling Powerstop AHV 550 Mk2B grip the front discs and rear drums.

HISTORY FILE
Built at Fords Advanced Vehicle Operations factory in Aveley in October 1971, this vehicle has led the most incredible pampered existence with absolute enthusiasts. Highly regarded and registered with the both the AVO Owners Club and RS Owners Club, this example has won many prestigious awards during the 1980’s and 1990’s and is both an AVO National Day winner and RSOC National Day winner. Photos in the history file of the car at many events with trophies are a testament to the outstanding condition still witnessed today some 38 years later! A feature in Fast Ford magazine dated August 1990 about long-term custodian, Les Harris, who has known the car from new when delivered to Ford RS Dealers, Whites of Taunton where he worked as a Ford mechanic. He recalls fellow mechanic and workshop foreman, Walter Miller, buying the car new and always wanted to be the next owner knowing it had always been serviced by Walter at the Ford main dealer. Les took the car to a concours level and after winning the Concours d ’Elegance at Longleat Ford Spectacular it was used to illustrate Graham Robson’s classic Ford feature. Historic photos, AVO Owners Club valuation, MOT certificates, book packs and brochures are just a few of the documents included along with a few valuable awards. The most recent agreed valuation is dated December 2018 for £60,000 and was last sold by KGF Classic Cars in 2023 now fully prepared for the next lucky custodian.

HPI Clear.

SORRY NOW SOLD – SIMILAR WANTED

A Special Edition Ford Escort XR3i Cabriolet with last owner for 33 years.

EQUIPMENT
Body-coloured bumpers with protective inserts, front spoiler, body-coloured door mirrors, driving lamps, fully insulated vinyl roof with glass window, integral black roll bar, internally adjustable door mirrors, heated rear screen, folding rear seats, lockable glovebox, wind-down rear quarter windows, cigar lighter, quartz digital clock, tachometer, Ford Self-Seek ESRT 32 PS radio/cassette with anti-theft coding, four speakers and joystick control, electric aerial. Special Edition Equipment: Tu-Tone paintwork, blue fender and boot lid decals, blue bodyside tape stripe, RS Sport rear spoiler, Blue-toned fast-folding vinyl roof, hood cover colour-keyed to upper body, Blue Daytona fabric trim. Factory Options: Electric front windows. Dealer Options: Ford rubber mats.

EXTERIOR
Having been in the ownership of two family members since new, this unrestored example has covered just 26,377 miles and remains in astonishing original condition. A Special Edition model, these were offered in just two choices of Tu-Tone metallic paint, Crystal Blue over Strato Silver or in this case, Strato Silver over Mercury Grey, (Code LX8). The exceptionally beautiful paintwork is factory original throughout and gleams with just a few minor touch-ins mainly to the rear bumper, left to uphold absolute originality. All body panels are factory fitment and pin straight with uniform shut lines and the underside/wheelarch apertures are incredibly clean with no metal fatigue. The original Blue-toned hood is pristine with no fading or fold cracks thanks to strict garage storage since new. The colour-keyed hood cover is present and as new. Factory Sigla glass and Carello head/driving lamps and Ford light fittings remain fitted throughout. An exceptionally well cared for example, preserved as Ford intended.

INTERIOR
A fun and practical option of retro soft-top motoring with space for five and a generous boot! The sports seats trimmed with unique Special Edition blue Daytona fabric trim, (Code SF), are spotlessly clean and show a distinct lack of wear to be expected of such a low mileage example. Door card shrinkage is very common for the model, yet thankfully there virtually no evidence on this example and the often-scratched inner door handles are pristine. The dashboard and switchgear are in superb order and all functions and controls operate including the standard Ford radio/cassette with electric aerial and the roof mounted digital clock. A clean and utterly unspoilt interior complete with a set of genuine rubber Ford ‘waffle’ mats.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
A delightfully crisp, responsive and free-revving 1.6 OHC (CVH) engine with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection produces 105bhp to achieve 0-60mph in 9.7 seconds and a top speed of 115mph. The engine bay is show-worthy clean, and the real wow factor is the complete originality seen throughout the rest of the car. Factory stickers and labels remain intact and bright as do both the VIN and body plates. Date and Ford oval stamps as well as factory seam sealer assure you these are the original front wings. The car performs brilliantly and the replacement yet standard exhaust system hasn’t lost the characteristic rasp! The five-speed gearbox is light and precise and aids the enthusiastic driving XR owners are known for.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The Special Edition came with alloy wheels as standard, and these unrestored rims are in excellent condition with a few tiny markings, hardly worthy of mention. Brand new matching Dunlop Sport Blue Response 185/65 R14 tyres were fitted in August 2026 to all four road wheels and originality seekers will be delighted to see the spare wheel that has never been used still wearing the factory Dunlop SP tyre still with coloured banding and nobbles intact! Clipped inside the spare wheel is the unused jack and brace with original soft square protection pads. The diagonally split dual-line servo assisted brakes stop the car straight and quickly.

HISTORY FILE
Produced in October 1987 and registered new on the 25th March 1988 by Ford Main Dealer, Bristol Street Motors in Birmingham, the car was purchased by Mr Launchbury who purchased through his business, Promanco Ltd. After nine months he registered the car to himself and in 1993 it was sold to his brother-in-law, Mr Lambert, who has owned the car ever since. Utterly fanatical about the car, Mr Lambert personalised the number plates with his initials, and it was kept strictly in an integral heated garage. The luxury of being a leisure car only meant it was only used in dry conditions and these cosseting ownership traits are wholly evident in the cars condition. Only no due to ill-health is the car being offered for sale.

In July 2026 the car received a major service using genuine Ford parts where possible and the cambelt and water pump was also renewed at this point. All handbooks are included along with the original service book as well as a Special Edition Ford Escort XR3i Cabriolet sales brochure. A further illustration of this cars pampered life is the fact it has never had a single MOT failure or even an advisory! With just 26,377 miles from new and in original condition, this car will appeal to the Blue Oval collector looking for one of the finest preserved examples.

HPI clear.

FOR SALE
An astonishing Ford Focus RS Mk1 totally standard and impeccable history.

MODEL HISTORY
Inspired by the Late Colin McRae’s victorious Ford Focus RS World Rally Car, the Ford Focus RS was created as a no frills, no compromise road going rally car, a car true to its motorsport roots. Designed in conjunction with Ford Racing Engineers and M-Sport in Cumbria, the RS badge synonymous with the most desirable, high performance Ford vehicles was first introduced to the already accomplished Focus. Just 4,501 examples were built with only 2,147 sold to the UK market.

EQUIPMENT
Computer optimised unitary welded steel body, rigid occupant safety cell, energy absorbing crumple zones, wider front and rear pressed steel wings, auxiliary air intakes, aerodynamic splitter and rear wing, mounted side sills, modified lower rear apron, driver and front passenger airbags, air conditioning, leather sports steering wheel with blue inserts, carbon fibre centre console with start button, limited edition number plaque, Sparco aluminium handbrake, gear knob and pedals, boost gauge and ‘change up light’, bright metal tread plates with RS script, stereo radio/6CD model 6006E, Thatcham CAT 1 alarm. Dealer Options: RS floor mats.

EXTERIOR
Here we present build number 3260 finished in Imperial Blue Metallic, (Code Q2), the only available colour. The electrifying deep blue finish is simply outstanding and despite the soft paint finish associated with this model very few imperfections will be found, namely a few light stone chips to the front. All the glass, plastics and light clusters are preserved and originality seekers will be pleased to see supplying dealer number plates and tax disc holder as well as factory stickers in the door apertures. The underside displays the factory finish with part component labels still visible. This unmolested example will delight anyone seeking an unspoilt car, factory correct and pampered throughout.

INTERIOR
Inside this white-hot Ford are a pair of body-hugging Sparco road-race seats swathed in luxurious Racing Black and Blue Leather and Black Alcantara, (Code AR). The RS and Sparco logos are embossed and stitched into the upholstery and this, coupled with the aluminium fittings, push button start and numbered plaque, leave you with little doubt this is no ordinary Focus! The seats are very clean with only minimal deterioration to the Alcantara to the driver’s seat. The steering wheel blue leather, a known weak point, is in great condition. The RS carpet mats remain fitted and are in excellent condition. Ford built this car to truly delight its motorsport loving RS devoted fan base, and they hit it just right!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Fitted with the Ford 2.0 Duratec RS four-cylinder 16v unit needing little introduction, the power output achieved is 212bhp at 5500rpm and 310Nm torque at 3500rpm. The maximum speed is 144mph while 0-60 is dispatched in just 6.4 seconds! The engine bay is beautifully clean with factory plates, stickers, labels and wing stamps visible. The Ford MTX-75 gearbox with a heavy-duty AP Racing clutch offers the ultimate rally road car experience.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The unique 8 x 18in Oz Racing rims are pristine and are shod in the premium Goodyear Eagle F1 225/40 ZR18 tyres dated 2023 with minimal mileage since. Peer through the large openings between the spokes and very clean Brembo 4-pot calipers and 324mm ventilated discs will be seen, which of course can provide immense stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
Focus RS Mk1 factory build records reveal that this example was built on 19th May 2003 as Build Number 3260. Registered new on the 6th June 2003 by Ford Main Dealers, C.D. Bramall Motors Ltd of Hull, this example has had just two former keepers from new. A new car sales invoice confirms the first owner, Mr Neil Wilson, paid £19,994.99 for the car and almost exactly a year later the second registered keeper, Mr Parr, purchased the car for slightly more money! Ford experts will notice the pink throttle cable grommet, start button sticker and plastic covers at the base of the rear seats, features of the unofficially named later phase 2 cars, and yet the front seats without double stitching as per the earlier build examples.

All original handbooks, guides and special RS supplement are contained within the Ford leather RS wallet and there are ten stamped entries in the service book, the last being a Ford Main Dealer service in July 2026. This last service also included a cambelt and the four figure invoice is neatly filed in the large history file as proof of maintenance. Even the original welcome letters have been kept! Two keys are present along with the RS fobs with broken hoops. A huge file of receipts and Ford invoices detail all servicing and maintenance work along with virtually every MOT certificate from the very first in 2006 to warrant the mileage. An amazing example and one for the connoisseur.

MOT July 2027, HPI Clear.

SORRY NOW SOLD – SIMILAR WANTED

A breath-taking Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 2 ‘90-spec’ with 12,420 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Body coloured polycarbonate bumpers with black insert, body coloured wheel arch extensions, tailgate spoiler, Halogen H4 headlamps, long-range driving lamps, cooling vents in bonnet, central locking, heated rear window, dual-tone horn, tailgate wash/wipe, tinted glass, overhead console incorporating a quartz digital clock, aerial incorporated in rear windscreen, electrically operated front windows, heated front screen, 60/40 split rear back rest, soft feel sports steering wheel, tilt/slide glass sunroof, tachometer, Ford Electronic model 2005 Self-Seek Stereo with anti-theft coding. Dealer Options: Security etching to glass, headlights and rear lamps, Ford Security alarm System, (Disconnected). Accessories: Sigma 530 Thatcham Approved Security Alarm.

EXTERIOR
This highly desirable run out 90-Spec model is finished in iconic Diamond White, (Code B 3), a colour synonymous with the RS model and Fast Fords. There are numerous differences between and 88 and 90-spec cars, albeit there are some 88-spec crossover cars that had some features from the 90-spec. The notable changes for 90-spec cars include front bumpers with larger scalloped air intakes, larger rear spoiler with down-swept side fins, and boot decals in hollow font to contrast the early 88-spec solid font. This car has covered a genuine and fully warranted 12,420 miles from new and remains in absolute original condition. The paintwork is simply exceptional throughout with no scuffs, dings or imperfections worthy of mention. All factory panels are pin straight with even shut lines and spotless door apertures. Further remarkable originality is seen in the supplying dealer branding that extends to the number plates, front and rear screen stickers, tax disc holder and even a small boot badge! It is abundantly clear that the dealer showed strong pride in their branding! All Sekurit glass has the Ford Security System and number plate etching which also extends to the Carello headlamps and rear clusters. The underside and wheel arch apertures are incredibly original. Near impossible to find in such an unmolested condition, this is as close to production line accuracy as you are likely to find.

INTERIOR
Interior revisions for the 90-spec, again with some examples of 88-spec crossover, include seat upholstery with Zolda replacing Roma fabric, revised headlining with addition of rear courtesy light, extended centre console to incorporate handbrake surround, fuel and temperature gauges swapped around, addition of intermittent wipers, and Quickclear heated front screen as standard. The interior of this super-low mileage Escort RS Turbo is near perfect and remains exactly as Ford intended. The supportive Recaro seats show virtually no wear to the Zolda fabric, (Code LM). Matching door cards are in superb condition with no shrinkage or plastic fatigue to the inner door handles, an issue affecting many an example. The headlining is tight with no damage and spotless carpets are preserved with complete fullness to the pile. All switches, knobs and dials function correctly including the Ford Self-Seek Model 2005 stereo radio/cassette and overhead console digital clock. Both the sports steering wheel and gear knob show great definition thanks to the miniscule miles and the boot area is spotless. A truly magnificent example of this legendary RS Ford.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 1.6 OHC (CVH) fuel injected engine with a Garrett AiResearch T3 turbo charger and intercooler is completely factory standard. Producing 132bhp in such a lightweight car, the 0-60mph sprint is dealt with in 8.2 turbo induced seconds and a top speed of 128mph. Genuine Motorcraft/Fomoco service parts are visible including oil and fuel filters and the genuine Ford battery cover remains. The pristine engine bay displays all plates, labels and stickers. A lesser know 90-spec revision is the deeper inner wing profile which in turn allows a deeper expansion tank to be fitted. The 5-speed manual gearbox is light and precise.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The instantly recognisable RS Turbo alloy wheels are virtually immaculate with clearly defined part number and size stamping often lost upon refurbishment. Goodyear Eagle NCT 195/50 R15 tyres are fitted along with the spare. This Fast Ford icon stops as well as it goes with the ABS braking system designed in conjunction with Lucas Girling working perfectly.

HISTORY FILE
Manufactured in June 1990 at the Saarlouis assembly plant in Germany and registered new on the 3rd September 1990 by main dealers, Hartford Motors (Grimsby) Ltd, this fabulous example has covered a fully verified 12,420 miles with two former keepers. The large neatly organised history file features service and maintenance invoices dating back to the early 1990’s as well as all paper MOT records back to the first in 1993. Even tax discs dating back to 1991 have been kept and neatly displayed! The original Ford Cares leather wallet holds all handbooks, the original service book and radio guides and there are three sets of keys including the master and code tags. A 1990 RS range brochure is also included and both the initial Ford fitted and updated Sigma alarm fobs are present. A full service using genuine Ford parts where possible was carried out in June 2026 and the cambelt was renewed in July 2023 at 12,041 miles with supporting invoice. With such amazing credentials combined with the impeccable condition, this RS icon will appeal to those wanting one of the very best of the desirable 90-spec cars.

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A rare Ford Escort RS Cosworth Big Turbo with one owner and 12,556 miles.

MODEL HISTORY
The Ford Escort RS Cosworth was a sports derivative and rally homologation special of the fifth generation Ford Escort. It was designed to qualify as a Group A car for the World Rally Championship. It was available as a road car from 1992-96 in limited numbers from Ford’s Specialist Vehicle Engineering, (SVE), group. It combines the hand-assembled engine expertise of Cosworth and the coach-building crafts of Karmann. In order to accommodate the larger Cosworth engine and transmission Ford developed the car around the chassis and mechanicals of its predecessor, the Sierra Cosworth. An extremely rare car with only 2,500 homologation Big Turbo units out of a total of just 7,145 produced. (Source Wikipedia, 1995 Edition One RS Brochure and the RS Owners Club).

EQUIPMENT
Body colour front bumper with black lower extension, front airdam, louvred bonnet air intakes, wing air extraction grilles, integral driving lights and fog lights, padded armrest with cassette storage, oil pressure gauge, turbo gauge, voltmeter, quartz digital clock with ambient temperature, electro-luminescent dials. Lux Model Equipment: Electrically operated and heated door mirrors, sunroof – tilt or slide with louvered blind, ‘Quickclear’ heated windscreen and washer jets, front Recaro seats with lumbar support, seat back map pockets, rear centre armrest, rear head restraints, electric windows, opening rear quarter vents. Factory Options: Premium Sound System – Model 2008. Dealer Options: Vecta alarm, (Disconnected), Sterling imobiliser, Tracker, Ford Extra Cover, (Expired).

EXTERIOR
With 200 hours detail development in Fords own Cologne wind tunnel, the rally-bred innovation of this model is instantly recognised. Finished in the ultra-rare Escort Cosworth launch colour of Polaris Grey, (Code N 2), the finish can be described as impeccable. The three-position front adjustable splitter is undamaged along with all other sophisticated downforce enhancing spoilers and the underside is spotlessly clean. The colour-coded fuel filler cap and large door mirrors of early Big Turbo cars along with every other factory Big Turbo detail is correct. This one owner Escort Cosworth is a showstopper.

INTERIOR
The interior of this early Escort RS Cosworth Lux Edition is exactly as Ford intended. The Recaro seats finished in the Polaris Grey Hex cloth, (Code LW), are divine with a fullness and shape only witnessed on low mileage examples never exposed to ultraviolet light. The desirable early leather covered steering wheel with three horn buttons remains fitted and the grey headlining is slightly loose in areas. Being one of the first 2500 cars, the pristine boot area still has the water injection kit never plumbed in and unused to comply with homologation rules. Most were removed by the Ford dealer to avoid customer confusion! The optional Premium Sound System Model 2008 is fully operational in this collector grade example and a rearview mirror display board is included.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The powerful and well proven Cosworth 2.0 litre 16v turbocharged YBT engine features the larger Garrett AiResearch T3/T04B turbocharger with a 2-stage water/air plus air/air intercooler together with an electronically regulated over-boost facility. Being an early car it is also fitted with the desirable Weber-Marelli-programmed injection/ignition. The blue painted cam cover denotes a number of significant changes over the older YBG unit of the Sierra RS Cosworth and power is quoted at 225bhp with 0-60 in 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 140mph. The permanent Ferguson four-wheel-drive system with an epicyclic centre differential gives a 34/66% front/rear power split mated to a MT75 5-speed gearbox which is a formidable combination.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Genuine Ford RS 8 X 16” five soft-spoke alloy wheels built by Ronal have a few insignificant marks and are still shod in the correct Pirelli P Zero tyres, which were specially developed for the Escort RS Cosworth. Due to age, it is recommended these are preserved and replacements fitted for road use. Electrically-controlled ABS anti-lock system with two microprocessors and ventilated front and rear discs with hydraulic high pressure assistance, offer immense stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
If being a one registered owner Ford Escort RS Cosworth with a documented 12,556 miles were not astonishing attributes in themselves, how about this example being one of just 45 RHD homologation models made in Polaris Grey?! (Source RS Owners Club). This desirable Big Turbo model was built in August 1992 at the Rheine Assembly Plant in Germany and registered new on the 16th November 1992 by Henlys Ford of Newcastle. The one registered owner, Mr Alan Eastwood, paid £19,655 and took advantage of 0% Ford finance paying £9826.80 over 12 months. All purchase documentation is present along with handbooks, service book and abundance of MOT certificates to warrant the 12,556 miles. The grey Ford Cares A5 folder has not perished and a full collection of spare keys still on the supplying dealer leather key fob is included. RS Owners Club valuations are present including correspondence with the Registrar. All documentation is neatly presented in an A4 folder. A Ford enthusiast will be amazed with this example and will no doubt enjoy the many rare and endearing attributes.

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A beautiful Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 2 unspoilt with huge history file.

EQUIPMENT
Body coloured polycarbonate bumpers with black insert, body coloured wheel arch extensions, tailgate spoiler, Halogen H4 headlamps, long-range driving lamps, cooling vents in bonnet, central locking, heated rear window, dual-tone horn, tailgate wash/wipe, tinted glass, overhead console incorporating a quartz digital clock, aerial incorporated in rear windscreen, electrically operated front windows, heated front screen, 60/40 split rear back rest, soft feel sports steering wheel, tilt/slide glass sunroof, tachometer, Ford Electronic model 2005 Self-Seek Stereo with anti-theft coding. Factory Options: Metallic paint. Dealer Options: Stop-A-Thief remote control alarm with Microwave sensor and siren, Truseal rustproofing treatment, Trufab upholstery preservation treatment, high output rear speakers, Ford carpet mats.

EXTERIOR
This utterly unspoilt 88-Spec Crossover model is finished in stunning factory optional Mercury Grey, (Code Q 7), which is astonishing in both appearance and originally being a rare unrestored example. The paintwork boasts a deep polished shine throughout and all factory panels, decals and badges are original fitment. Nothing other than a few light markings and some frontal stone chips affect the paint finish, utterly insignificant. The panels are straight with uniform gaps including the original factory front wings with Ford oval logo and date stampings visible. The underside and all wheel arch apertures are untouched miracles for a Ford of this era, all clean with no historic repairs, thanks in part to the Truseal rustproofing treatment when new, garage storage and impeccable upkeep. Factory Sekurit glass is fitted throughout as are the original Carello headlamps and spotlights. All other light clusters as genuine Ford items with the offside rear cluster showing a small hairline crack. Supplying Ford Main Dealer branded number plates, rear screen sticker and tax disc holder are still fitted! Incredibly difficult to find in such an unmolested condition, an absolute credit to the enthusiast owners.

INTERIOR
The interior of this Escort RS Turbo remains exactly as Ford intended. The body-hugging Recaro seats are trimmed in Zolda fabric, (Code LW), correct for an 88-Spec Crossover. The upholstery is clean and fully intact with only slight wear to the driver’s seat outer bolsters and base. Amazingly the lumber support pad is still with the car! Matching door cards are in very good condition with no plastic fatigue to the inner door handles and very light shrinkage to the driver’s side armrest. The headlining is tight with no damage and clean carpets are preserved thanks to original Ford mats. All switches, knobs and dials function correctly including the overhead console digital clock and Quickclear heated front screen. The boot area is very clean with factory stickers, original Dunlop SP Sport D40 spare tyre, jack and protection pads. The parcel shelf is pin straight and neatly fitted with two period Goodmans speakers. A deliciously 80’s Ford interior!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 1.6 OHC (CVH) fuel injected engine with a Garrett AiResearch T3 turbo charger and intercooler is completely factory standard. Producing 132bhp in such a lightweight car, the 0-60mph sprint is dealt with in 8.2 sizzling seconds and a top speed of 128mph to quicken the pulse. Genuine Motorcraft service parts are visible including red Ford plug leads and fuel filter and the bonnet sound deadening with foil heatshield is fully intact. The super clean engine bay displays all plates, labels and stickers. Some tarnishing to the slam panel is visible but has been left untreated to uphold originality. An expensive bespoke full stainless-steel exhaust, sympathetic in size to the original system, has been fitted. A major service, water pump and cambelt was carried out in June 2026 as well as a new battery and the original turbo professionally reconditioned. The 5-speed manual gearbox is light and precise.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The instantly recognisable RS Turbo alloy wheels are stunning with insignificant tiny marks and clearly defined part numbers and size stampings often lost upon refurbishment. Four matching premium Goodyear 195/50 R15 tyres are fitted retaining excellent tread. This fast Ford icon stops as well as it goes with the ABS braking system designed in conjunction with Lucas Girling working perfectly with all maintenance upheld.

HISTORY FILE
Manufactured in September 1988 at the Saarlouis assembly plant in Germany and registered new on 6th March 1989 by Ford Main Dealers, KT Group in Dartford, this fabulous example has covered a warranted 64,170 miles from new. The first owner, Mr Pearce, clearly wanted to preserve and protect his purchase and hence chose an expensive alarm system as well as sophisticated preservation treatments for rustproofing and upholstery care. In 1993 the car was sold to the second owner who went on to have the car for 28 years. Mr Crooks was fanatical about the car and the condition and originality is testament to his pride in the car. From the start of his ownership, he kept a detailed maintenance log which remains upheld today, and it was not until 2022 that he made the difficult decision to sell the car to a good friend.

The very neatly organised history file dates to when the car was new with handover packs for the Truseal and Trufab treatments as well as the fitting of the alarm system. A comprehensive file of service records and MOT certificates fully verify the mileage and even historic tax discs have been neatly mounted! The supplying dealer branded document wallet holds handbooks, the original service book and spare keys. Even a Ford RS range sales brochure is included! This RS icon will appeal to those wanting a real rarity, an unspoilt and unmodified example fit for exhilarating outings and classic car shows.

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