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An astonishing Ford Granada 2.0i Ghia with 35,968 miles and one private owner.

EQUIPMENT
Body coloured grille, wide bodyside mouldings with bright inserts, remote control heated door mirrors, halogen headlamps, headlamp wash, front fog lamps, Quickclear heated front screen, tinted glass, tilt/slide screened glass sunroof, wood veneer applique, multi-function quartz digital clock with ambient temperature readout, central locking, electric front and rear windows, tachometer, trip recorder, torch key, cigar lighters to front and rear, electronic anti-theft model 2007 stereo with separate power amplifier. Graphic information module with monitors for door ajar, low air temperature and bulb outage. Factory options; Metallic paintwork, 4-speed automatic transmission. Dealer options; Genuine Ford headlamp protectors, tailored colour coded Ford carpet mats.

EXTERIOR
This exceptional and totally original Ford Granada wears the iconic Ghia badge, Ford’s signature of luxury and comfort. Finished in factory optional Satin Gold Metallic, (Code N8), this executive car boasts factory paint credentials rarely seen. The paintwork has a near flawless uniform finish to all arrow-straight factory panels with only a few miniscule chips to the bonnet and the bumpers and trims are perfect. The original glass is etched with the registration and all lights are as new including the headlamps still wearing genuine protectors for which even the original Ford box has been kept! Originality seekers will be pleased to see supplying dealer number plates and rear screen sticker all present and correct. A very rare find in such incredible untouched condition.

INTERIOR
The Ghia specification Astral trim in Mace colour scheme, (Code MG), is in outstanding condition throughout. The huge armchair like seats are in pristine condition and all matching door cards, carpets and headlining are as new. The original genuine Ford over mats remain fitted. The fascia is perfect with no cracks or damage whatsoever and the steering wheel and all touch points show a total lack of wear. All switchgear is functional and the original model 2007 stereo with separate power amplifier remains fitted and fully operational. The spotless boot area has immaculate carpeting and parcel shelf, an undamaged circular ply-board wheel cover and all factory build stickers are intact. Truly reminiscent of a 1990 showroom Granada!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 2.0 DOHC EFi engine develops 123bhp at 5500rpm and 174Nm of torque at 2500rpm, achieving a top speed of 119mph and 0-60mph in 11.8 seconds. Remaining in standard specification, the engine bay is spotless and displays factory plates, stickers and original inner wings with Ford emblem and date stamps clearly visible. The factory optional 4-speed automatic transmission operates perfectly.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The original 14” X 6” steel wheels wear the correct genuine trims in unmarked condition. Brand new premium brand Uniroyal 185/70 R14 tyres have just been fitted and the spare wheel has the original Uniroyal Rallye tyre still fitted! The electronically controlled Anti-Lock Braking system with power assistance bring the car up to a steady, straight and assured halt.

HISTORY FILE
Supplied new by Ford Main Dealer, Lookers of Kidderminster, and registered new on 24th January 1990. The vehicle was registered new to Lookers Planned Motoring as a management car in the supplying dealership network. In April 1992 the car was sold to the first and only private keeper who has owned it ever since. A genuine 35,968 miles has been covered from new and the car displays absolute breathtaking originality throughout, a real credit to the long-term owner. The car was always garaged and it sat alongside the owners original Volvo 145 also virtually owned from new! In 2008 the car was placed into long term dry storage owing to the owner ceasing driving and has been recently brought out whereby it still wore its factory fitted Uniroyal tyres. A complete recommission has been carried out to all mechanicals, fluids, brakes and fuel system so the car is now ready to enjoy on the ever popular retro car scene!

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An Ex-Management Ford Capri 3.0S family owned since 1981 and 42,543 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Overiders, ‘S’ bodyside tape stripe, passenger door mirror, black rear spoiler, black louvred grille, tailgate wash/wipe, halogen headlamps, integral front spoiler, integral rear fog lamp, sports gearshift knob, rear package tray, quartz clock, trip meter, tachometer, ammeter, oil pressure gauge, handbrake warning light, heated rear window, aeroflow face level vents, two-speed heater, instrument rheostat, courtesy light. Factory Options; Steel tilting/sliding sunroof, tinted glass, headlamp pressure jet wash, opening rear quarter vents, Recaro sports seats, inertia reel rear seat belts, Ford turnolock stereo radio cassette.

BRIEF SPECIFICATION
Interior: RS 4-spoke steering wheel, Luke front harnesses, Pioneer graphic equalizer booster with Pioneer cross-axial speakers, bolted 12-point Safety Devices cage. Engine: 3x Weber 42DCNF Downdraft Carburettors with K&N filters, Filter King pressure regulator, Ford RS port machined manifold, Facet Red Top pump, Luminition Electronic Ignition Module. Ported, polished and skimmed Ford D-port cylinder heads fitted with GRP 1 valves, double valve springs with modified valve tops, Oselli FV9 camshaft, open window type tappets, original numbers Oselli Performance Engineering 230S bored and honed block to 3090cc, Hepolite Powermax pistons, Ford GRP 1 polished and shot-peened Rods with uprated ARP rod bolts and fitted with VP Vandervell, (now Mahle) heavy duty Big End bearings, cross-drilled double-doweled to flywheel nitrided polished crankshaft, VP Vandervell heavy duty Race Main bearings, AP Competition Clutch and Cover, Hi-Volume/Hi Pressure competition oil pump driven by an uprated, hardened hexagonal driveshaft, Serck 13-row oil cooler with Mocal thermostat, uprated radiator core, Group A-spec side exhaust. Front Suspension: Leda uprated, wedged 3.0 adjustable platform dampers, 450lb 2.25” springs and Ford roller top mounts, 24mm (2.8 inj) front anti-rollbar, Ford RS bushes, relocated front track control arms. Rear Suspension: Re-cambered, (-2.5”) 122lb multi leaf springs, Ford RS bushes, staggered Ford RS Bilstein gas shock absorbers, 12mm (3.0 Sport) rear anti-rollbar, uprated side gears and half-shafts.

EXTERIOR
This incredible Ford Capri 3.0S is finished in perfect Strato Silver, (Code V6), and is immaculately presented in all areas including the underside thanks to a total bare metal repaint by the Fulbridge Carriage Company, Maldon, Essex in 1992. The owner since 1983 striving for concours perfection with photos revealing how clean the car was prior to any work and amazingly, all original panels! 1993 Car of the Show at Ford Fair Stanford Hall with the award presented by Andy Rouse and Paul Radisich is a testament to how outstanding the car was and importantly, still is. Prepare to be amazed!

INTERIOR
This iconic machines interior is a bombardment to the senses with rare optional Recaro seats in the Chocolate Carla and Savannah fabric with Fishnet headrests all perfect. All controls and gauges fully function including the two-speed heater fan, analogue quartz clock and optional stereo radio cassette with upgraded period Pioneer speakers and discreet glovebox mounted graphic equalizer booster. The dash top has no cracks and the deep pile carpeting is spotless. The neatly integrated Safety Devices roll cage is reassurance for such a fast powerful RWD car. The boot area is factory fresh.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Astonishing not only in appearance and specification but performance too! Built by a Ford Motor Company Automotive Design Engineer with incredible knowledge, passion, experience and no expense spared! This range-topping matching numbers Essex 3.1 V6 produces over 230bhp @6500rpms sounds immense but is completely docile and tractable even in traffic. The attention to detail is reassuring as this example has not only won outright titles at Ford Concours with all original parts and RS upgrades, but was a lap record holder for Brands Hatch (Indy Circuit) in the road going saloon category at 57.5 seconds! The 4-speed manual gearbox is light and precise with an uprated AP competition clutch.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Unmarked 7” x 13 Ford RS (Ronal) 4-spoke alloy wheels are shod with brand new Dunlop Sport Classic 205/60 VR16 tyres other than the spare which is still the original Goodyear Eagle NCT 60 item. Solid front discs, Ford Ate 3.0 callipers fitted with Ferodo DS11 pad material and Ford 9”x 2.25” drums, fitted with Ferodo VG95 linings stop the car effectively.

HISTORY FILE
This Ford Cologne built Capri 3.0S, Ex-Ford Management Roll Car was first registered on the 27th of June 1980 and purchased directly from Ford “Frog Island” Employee Car sales compound by Mr G.Wilkins on the 23rd of June 1981, with 5,200 miles at a cost of £4328.66. Ownership transferred to his son, Mr L.Wilkins, in April 1983 and has remained his car ever since. A detailed account in the history file of not only the cars life story but Mr Wilkins career will amaze readers who will learn that he built his first engine at the age of 12 and went on to work with automotive leaders in design engineering including his first passion, Ford. Purchasing every RS part his wages could afford as an apprentice to building the concours road going race car you see today, it is hard to imagine a better all-rounder. Magazine featured and even used in the launch of the Capri 70 Owners Club, (now Capri Club International), this car will satisfy the most demanding, perfection seeking Blue Oval collector that has to own one of the very best, most rewarding Capri 3.0S examples known to exist.

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A delightful Ford Thames 7-CWT Van with just three owners in 65 years!

EQUIPMENT
7-CWT specification, all-steel welded integral construction, large one-piece curved windscreen, twin chrome rear view mirrors, twin chrome vacuum operated windscreen wipers, opening quarter lights, chrome radiator grille and headlamp surround inserts, chrome windscreen surround, chrome front bumper, chrome rear quarter bumpers, twin rear lights and reflectors, rear number plate illumination light, driver’s sun visor, ashtray, speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge, temperature gauge. Factory Options; Flashing indicators, passenger seat with sun visor, heater and demister. Accessories; Towbar with single electric socket, lowered suspension, oversize rear wheels, exterior windscreen sunshield, large picnic hamper.

EXTERIOR
A commercial vehicle from Ford still in existence almost 65 years after being built, this rare surviving Ford Thames Van is quite remarkable. Sourced from a fascinating private Ford collection, this example was displayed in the owner’s hallway of all places whilst also being put into use for shows whereby it easily transported a large picnic hamper and deck chairs! Professionally repainted in Durham Beige, the paintwork is uniform and has a fantastic shine. The bodywork in is superb condition, a far cry from the usual bodged up repairs seen on most examples. The chrome is in excellent order aside from some pitting to the door handle bases and even the original grille badge has remained mostly intact! Subtle reversible modifications give the van a brilliant stance so suited to this model. The ideal classic commercial and a dream promotional vehicle!

INTERIOR
Revert back to far a simpler era of motoring whereby manufacturers were even meaner to commercial vehicle drivers and the luxuries of a passenger seat and heater were factory cost options! The original buyer of this example was willing for a passenger to be carried and cared that they stayed warm! Remarkably, the original seats remain fitted and are in good order with some tiny splits to the lower bases. The utilitarian nature of the vehicle is quite evident with the ethos being around having just what you need and nothing else, however the equipment and gauges it does have are in fine working order. The huge painted steering wheel and wand type gear stick are simply delightful. The load area has a rubber floor mat to protect and side mounted spare tyre with original style jack and brace. The inner load area panels and inner wheel tubs are in excellent condition. Hugely reminiscent of a bygone era of vans and immense fun!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The four-cylinder side-valve engine with mechanical fuel pump is the epitome of simplicity and produces 36bhp at 4,500rpm. Parts availability is easy with many specialist suppliers catering for classic Fords, this van is perfect for the home workshop tinkerer! The engine starts at the pull of the knob and runs beautifully. The three-speed gearbox with synchromesh on second and third is easy to use after initial familiarisation.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Pressed-steel disc wheels are painted in matching Durham Beige with the original chromium hubcaps in very good condition. The tyres have plenty of tread with the front and rear measuring 165/70 R13 and 175 R13 respectively. A full suspension overhaul has just been carried out with evidencing invoices and the standard braking system incorporates 8in drums all-round requiring a firm stamp in comparison to modern equivalents!

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 11th July 1958, this example has had just three registered owners in 65 years! The first owner was a Mr Victor Gwyer who owned the van until 1983 and the two further keepers are traceable. The previous owner bought the van a number of years ago whereby it formed part of an impressive collection of mainly classic Fords including some very rare concours Escort Mk1 and Mk2 AVO cars. Vehicles in the collection are routinely scheduled for display in the main hallway and this Thames van was no exception! Guaranteed to draw in much admiration, this is the perfect and practical promotional vehicle for any business!

The history file includes previous V5 documents as well as invoices and MOT paperwork. There is even a Thames 5 and 7-CWT sales pamphlet as well as a February 1959 Schedule of Maximum Repair Charges which instructs the reader to destroy the previous issue immediately! A lucky survivor having avoided the fate of many, this classic commercial is simply marvellous and great fun!

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A Big Turbo Ford Escort RS Cosworth Luxury with 24,716 miles and two owners.

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), team. 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. A very rare car with only 7,145 examples being produced and this one of the early 2,500 Big Turbo examples built for homologation. (Source Wikipedia, 1995 Edition One RS Brochure and the RS Owners Club).

EQUIPMENT
Body colour front bumper with black lower splitter, louvred bonnet air intakes, wing air extraction grilles, aerodynamic rear wing with lower boot spoiler, electro-luminescent instrument cluster, oil pressure gauge, turbo gauge, voltmeter, quartz digital clock with ambient temperature, map reading lights, glove box illumination. Luxury Pack Equipment; Opening rear quarter windows, electrically operated and heated door mirrors, ‘Quickclear’ heated windscreen, heated washer jets, three-spoke leather covered steering wheel, central double locking, tailgate release, lights on warning, rear centre armrest, rear head restraints, sunroof, electric windows. Factory options; Leather upholstery, high specification floor mats. Accessories; Magnex stainless steel exhaust system, Sigma Category 1 alarm system, genuine Ford headlamp protectors.

EXTERIOR
Finished in one of five launch colours, this gorgeous and rare Pacifica Blue, (Code J2), example has covered just 24,716 miles from new with two owners. Subject to ceramic coating treatment in 2023 at a cost of £1,200, the paintwork boasts a professional detailed shine from the smooth polished exterior with no imperfections worthy of mention other than some miniscule frontal stone chips. Early homologation features include the exposed petrol cap and larger door mirrors. All exterior trim, factory glass, rubbers and badges are in excellent order and the headlamps still wear genuine Ford headlamp protectors. The real wow factor comes with the underside which has been subject to the highest-level photo-documented detailing without loss of original features such as the hand-brushed black protective paint over the hand stamped chassis number. One for the Blue Oval fanatic and incredible in every respect.

INTERIOR
The interior of this Luxury specification Escort Cosworth is a very special place to be. The perforated Raven Leather Recaro upholstery, (Code LW), is spotlessly clean and in amazing condition, very unusual for Ford leather! The cut-pile carpets are perfect and still protected by genuine Ford floor mats which are the ultra-rare high specification in deep blue to harmonise with the exterior finish. The comprehensive electro-luminescent instrument panel is all functional, as are all gauges and controls including the factory fitted 2007 radio/cassette. The boot area is pristine with areas of factory wax in hidden apertures. The factory fitted space-saver spare wheel and correct jack still wear the sculptured carpeted covers.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The powerful and well proven Cosworth 2.0 litre 16v turbocharged YBT engine features the larger Garrett T3/T04B turbocharger with a two-stage water/air and air/air intercooler together with an electronically regulated over-boost facility. Being an early car, it is also fitted with the desirable Weber-Marelli fuelling and ignition system. 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 engine bay is absolutely untouched with all factory labels and plates intact as well as the original head shield. The permanent Ferguson four-wheel drive system with 34/66% front/rear power split mated to a MT75 5-speed gearbox is light and direct.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The design classic original 8 X 16” Ronal soft-spoke alloy wheels are in excellent order aside from a few minuscule marks to the untouched factory wheels. Matching premium branded and correct specification Pirelli PZero Asimmetrico 225/45 ZR16 tyres have masses of tread remaining. Electrically-controlled ABS anti-lock system with two microprocessors and ventilated front and rear discs offer immense stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
Built at the Rheine Assembly Plant in Germany in November 1992 and registered new on the 15th January 1993, this example is one of the highly sought-after 2,500 large turbo homologation specials on a K registration. Supplied by Ford RS Dealer, Tony Brooks of Weybridge, their supplying dealership rear screen sticker and tax discs holder are still fitted and the book pack still has the staff business cards and dealer keyrings. The history file is quite phenomenal and thorough perusal of such would consume many hours! Beautifully presented in separate folders, there are masses of chronologically filed service invoices and virtually every MOT and the original service books holds 14 stamped entries. All servicing is fully up to date and the cambelt was changed in Jun 2022. Three original keys are present including the master blade.

A separate file holds RS Owners Club membership documentation and multiple agreed valuations, the most recent being £82,000 in 2021. The previous owner is an RS Owners Club member and was Vice Chairman of the Hertfordshire and North London RS Owners Club. Two magazines, Fast Ford and Practical Classics, have used this very car which was chosen for its amazing condition and provenance to feature in a detailed buyer’s guide. This rare example is exceptional in every respect and offers strong appeal for the avid collector and Ford afficionado alike.

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A rare 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 remote servo-assistance brakes powered by the early Girling Powerstop AHV 550 Mk2B helps grip the front discs and rear drums adequately.

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 35 years later! A feature in Fast Ford magazine dated 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 dated December 2018 is for £60,000 and is now only available due to the current owners purchase of a Mk1 Ford Escort RS1600.

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A rare alloy block engine AVO Mk1 Ford Escort RS1600 with incredible history.

MODEL HISTORY
The Potent Mix is how Ford initially marketed the RS1600. Sedate looks of the family Escort Saloon but with an amazing Cosworth-designed BDA, (Belt Drive type A), engine. Only 1,154 RS1600s were made with production initially alongside the Twin Cam at Halewood in January 1970 transferring to the new AVO, (Advanced Vehicle Operations), facility in Aveley from October 1970. From late 1972 this homologation special replaced its Kent iron cylinder block with a Brian Hart light alloy unit only fitted to the last of these models. Less than 150 alloy blocked cars were produced helping to continue the world-class competition wins in the hands of Rally greats such as Roger Clark and Timo Makinen.

EQUIPMENT
Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) Type 49 body, front quarter bumpers, flared front wings, strengthened chassis rails, strengthened flitch plates, reinforced front suspension strut top mounting plates, rear radius rods, rear stone deflector, safety glass, anti-burst locks, black painted aluminium grille, reversing lamps, RS1600 wing badges, RS circular boot badge, six pod sports binnacle, leather rimmed sports steering wheel, heater fan, two speed wiper, courtesy light, washable plastic headlining, push-round ashtray. Factory Options; Quartz Iodine headlamps, locking fuel cap, inertia reel seat belts.

EXTERIOR
This AVO Club registered stunning example is finished in striking and build specification, Sebring Red, (Code N). A remarkable survivor featured in many Ford hardback reference books, it boasts its originality proudly and correctly as manufactured by Fords Advanced Vehicle Operations. Owned by knowledgeable AVO Club Members this example has only ever had sympathetic conservation work and has never been completely restored. This includes the underside with all the correct AVO workmanship visible and commensurate with the 73,000 miles covered. Optional Quartz Iodine headlamps remain fitted along with FoMoCo rear lenses and the original front quarter chrome bumpers and rear chrome bumper have a mirror finish. Discreet RS badges are present and fitted. Rarely does a genuine and correct RS1600 come to market, especially an alloy block version, arguably making this the ultimate Mk1 high performance Escort.

INTERIOR
A Non-Custom cockpit fitted with Black padded GT-type seats, all in remarkable condition along with the rest of the interior. The leather rimmed RS three-spoke steering wheel, black headlining and L-design door cards are all undamaged. A genuine Mk1 Escort black carpet set replaced the original due to wear and all gauges and controls function along with the heater fan on both speed settings. The boot compartment is standard with the spare wheel correctly secured to the floor with the jack and wheel brace all within the hessian bag secured by a rubber strap. Marvellous.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Vitally important, this example is a matching numbers example still fitted with the Brian Hart alloy cylinder block installed to the few later produced cars enabling an increase in cylinder capacity to two litres to keep the cars competitive. The legendary Cosworth-designed BDA engine also boasts a 16-valve alloy cylinder head with the correct later twin Dellorto carburettors. With a 1601cc engine producing 120bhp, 0-60mph is despatched in 8.9secs and a top speed of 113mph is quoted. The cleanliness and detail under the bonnet is remarkable with the original Ford chassis plate and Special Build Order body plate proudly on display. The original 4-speed 2000E heavy duty gearbox is a sheer delight with a short throw action and a precise change.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Excellent and correct Silver Fox painted 5.5x13in spoke-style sports steel wheels are shod in Dunlop SP30 175/70 R13 tyres with ample tread. The remote servo-assistance brakes powered by the correct Girling Powerstop AHV 550 Mk2B helps grip the front discs and rear drums to offer by todays standards, fair braking performance.

HISTORY FILE
Believed to be one of the earliest surviving alloy-blocked cars to leave Aveley, this rare non-Custom was built in February 1973 and registered on the 1st August 1973 by F English Ltd, Ford RS dealers, to Mr Malcom Cluett. It has absolute traceable history from new commencing with a letter Mr Cluett explaining how he ordered a Monza Blue RS1600 with optional Quartz Iodine headlamps and inertia reel seat belts and on collection was presented with this Sebring Red car, albeit with the correct options! He even took a photo of his brand new RS1600 and it looks identical today! Detailed notes on each subsequent owner with accompanying invoices each time it was sold make fascinating reading. One such owner, previous RSOC Secretary Kevin Shortis, made a detailed video of the car in 1986 now transferred to a CD! There are also many historic photos taken by proud owners. This rare example is very well known to both the Ford AVO Owners Club and Ford RS Owners Club and has been previously valued by William Arnold, the Club RS1600 Registrar. It attended AVO National Day in 2009, the only time the current custodian of 15 years Darren Peacock, showed the car where it won best RS1600 and the glass trophy in the presentation case will be passed to the next owner. The vehicle has featured in both Rallye News and HAVOC and even in hard back books including; RS The Faster Fords by Jeremy Walton and Factory-Original Sporting Mk1 Escorts by Dan Williamson. In the latter, it features on the front cover and numerous photos of the car are used as reference to correct and unique features. A signed copy of the book is included in the history file along with an original brochure, price guide and workshop manuals. With such a special, correct and well documented example of the iconic RS1600, this is the one to have.

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A genuine AVO Mk1 Ford Escort Mexico with historic 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. Factory fitted options; Cigar lighter, Custom Pack – nylon seats, sound deadening material, RS centre console with Kienzle clock, varnished wood trim panels, reclining RS type contoured front seats, heated rear window. Dealer Special Build Programme; RS wiper blade wind deflector.

EXTERIOR
Finished in brilliant Diamond White this genuine Mexico is stunning. Detailing extending to the underside and engine bay will please both owners and onlookers. 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. The chrome, glass, and badges are in immaculate order with much of the glass still number plate etched. Some splits exist to the front and rear glass rubber. A few historic markings have been constantly present during the last 23 years of ownership and never prevented the car finishing in the top ten since 2004 at the prestigious Ford AVO National Days. A second place at the 2013 event being a true testament to the striking condition.

INTERIOR
True and exact in every respect to a Ford Mexico Custom Pack interior with hidden attention to detail beyond belief. Removing the pristine door cards will reveal components carefully removed, refurbished and painted. This theme is painstakingly continued throughout. The rare Kienzle clock housed within an uncut RS centre console joins all the other fully operational sports instrumentation providing at a glance concise information. The brushed nylon RS sports seats with optional headrests and button RS logos match a spotless loop pile carpet throughout. Only the varnished wood trim panel to the dash facia shows slight fade in an otherwise perfect interior. The boot area continues the showroom experience with unused tools complete with stickers neatly wrapped in the hessian bag resting on an impossible to source genuine unmarked boot mat.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Onlookers will marvel under the bonnet of this Escort Mexico as it is so clean. The GT crossflow unit with the 711M block has been worked on by renown Vulcan Engineering with the aim of originality in their costly 110 Spec upgrade including conversion of the cylinder head to run on unleaded. Photos of the stripped engine are in the history file. Near impossible to source and correct components grace this engine from the obvious Fomoco radiator to the inconspicuous dipstick bracket. Expect performance of the 1660cc engine to easily match the quoted 85bhp with 0 to 60mph in 10.7 seconds and a top speed over 100mph. The 4-speed synchromesh gearbox was fully rebuilt in by BGH Geartech Ltd with an aluminium bell housing and AP heavy duty clutch proving perfect changes every time.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
This car it is fitted with the spoke style sculptured pressed steel wheels measuring 5.5x13in finished in Silver Fox with plain stainless steel hubcaps all bright. New Michelin 165 HR13 have been fitted. Optional Minilite Sport Alloys, as available through the Ford Dealer Special Build Programme, are available as an alternative. A pressed steel spare is strapped and angled in the boot. The vacuum servo-assistance brakes run on the standard single line braking system with M16 front calipers on solid discs and Lockheed 9” rear brakes.

HISTORY FILE
Built at Fords Advanced Vehicle Operations factory in Aveley in July 1973 this vehicle has only had seven owners from new. The third owner, Mr Farris joined the AVO club in 1979 and this rare car became the 50th Mexico to be added to the register. A beautiful catalogue of history accompanies the vehicle with detailed photographs taken each time any work has been carried out. This encompasses a 14 week engine rebuild in 1983 as featured in HAVOC, (The AVO Owners Club publication) to a bare metal respray in 2002, to a recent CD file revealing intricate detailing work such as the removal and refurbishment of the fuel tank amongst other things.

An extensive collection of invoices, MOT certificates and home produced technical specification sheets are included. The original owner literature including the Escort Mexico Owner’s Handbook encased in the A5 Ford Sure wallet remains with the spare keys. A previous owner has requested, after making the difficult decision to part with the car, that all trophies, medals, plaques and crystal awards remain with him as a memento of his tremendous efforts. Sold by KGF Classic Cars in 2013 and again in 2016, we are delighted to offer this vehicle a third time to the next discerning collector and Blue Oval enthusiast.

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One of 500, a Ford Focus RS Edition with 4,675 miles and five Ford stamps.

MODEL HISTORY
The Ford Focus RS hit instant iconic status ever since its first incarnation in the form of the Mk1 released in 2002, and the hype has never wavered throughout Mk2 and Mk3 production whereby demand has often far outstripped supply, especially for the limited-edition models. Warley at Brentwood in Essex, the then home of The Ford Motor Company UK, announced that production of the RS Focus would cease on the 6th April 2018 and to pay a deserved homage there were to be limited edition models to include the RS Edition, RS Red Edition and the RS Heritage Edition. Just 500 examples of the RS Edition were produced and all finished in Nitrous Blue with distinguishing features including amongst others, a Matt-black foil roof treatment, Matt-black mirrors and rear spoiler as well as blue-finish brake callipers and the mechanical Quaife mechanical limited-slip differential.

EQUIPMENT
All-Wheel Drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring, four selectable drive modes, SYNC3 8” touchscreen DAB audio nav system with reverse camera, Bi-Xenon HID headlamps, Ford Power Starter button, Tyre-Pressure Monitoring System, Performance gear-shift light. RS Edition Special Equipment; Nitrous Blue paintwork, Matt-black foil roof treatment, contrasting Matt-black door mirrors and rear spoiler, Anthracite 19in alloy wheels, blue-finish brake callipers, mechanical Quaife mechanical limited-slip differential, partial leather Recaro Race moulded seats, carbon fibre trim, heated steering wheel, Active City Stop. RS Luxury Pack standard on RS Edition; Privacy glass, rear parking sensors, Power-Fold door mirrors, cruise control/speed limiter, Ford KeyFree system. Factory options; Door edge protectors. Dealer accessories; Ford tailored carpet mats.

EXTERIOR
One of only 500 RS Edition models produced, this example boasts incredible credentials of Ford demonstrator plus one private owner, 4,675 miles from new and full Ford Main Dealer service history! Finished in the only colour available Nitrous Blue, (Code PG), the car presents exactly as you would expect from an example covering such low mileage with virtually flawless bodywork. The amazing underside and wheel arch apertures display component labels and stickers still attached having experienced pampered dry use and garage storage. The Ford dealer number plates remain fitted. A perfect example with amazing provenance.

INTERIOR
Upon opening the door of this red-hot Focus, you are instantly greeted with extrovert styling including the naked seat frame, bright blue contrast stitching throughout and brushed aluminium tread plates with RS logo. Climb into the phenomenal Recaro Race moulded seats with huge bolsters and harness holes and you are instantly aware this is a cockpit like no ordinary Focus! The partial leather/Alcantara seat upholstery, (Code AS), is in perfect condition as is the rest of the trim and soft-touch material in a car that has covered just 4,675 miles. The original carpet mats are present and of course all functions, gauges and controls are immaculate.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Specially designed for high performance, Ford’s 2.3 litre Ecoboost engine in this RS Edition produces 345bhp and torque from 470Nm, good for a 0-62mph in just 4.7 seconds and a 166mph top speed! In addition to this, the RS Edition and RS Red Edition along with the RS Heritage Edition were fitted with a mechanical Quiafe limited-slip front differential to limit torque delivered a wheel that has reduced traction and redistribute torque to the wheel with more traction in order to counteract the stability and acceleration detriments of a wheelspin. The engine bay is as new and just as it left the showroom. With the Quiafe ATB fitted to the front axle of the all-wheel-drive system and 6-speed manual gearbox, this sure-footed RS is a formidable performance machine.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Factory fitted Anthracite 19in alloy wheels are the rarer standard fitment, seldom seen and the wheel rims, spokes and RS centre caps remain in as new condition. Factory Michelin PilotSuperSport 235/35/ZR19 tyres have masses of tread. Huge ventilated front discs are gripped by blue-finish Brembo callipers, another styling feature of the RS Edition.

HISTORY FILE
This outstanding Ford Focus RS Edition was registered new on the 30th April 2018 by Foray Ford in Poole. After three months the first and only private owner purchased the car with whom it has been in ownership since. The genuine 4,675 miles from new is fully verified by full Ford Main Dealer service history with the service booklet showing five Ford stamped entries, the most recent carried out by TC Harrison Ford of Peterborough in March 2023. This service included a brake fluid change as detailed on the TC Harrison invoice which is filed alongside previous service invoices and every MOT since the first in 2021.

The vehicle presentation pack incudes the Ford document wallet containing the handbook and service book as well as the genuine Ford touch screen cleaning cloth unopened and sealed in cellophane. Both original RS remote fobs are present with two Elkins Ford keyrings and code tag. Among of the most coveted of the RS Focus and highly collectable with such amazing credentials.

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1 of 50 Ford Focus RS Heritage Editions, one owner, 92 miles and full Ford History.

MODEL HISTORY
Warley at Brentwood in Essex, the then home of The Ford Motor Company UK, announced on the 14th February 2018 a limited run of 50 Heritage Edition Focus RS models built to celebrate 50 years since the launch of the Ford Escort and to pay homage to the introduction of the RS brand to the UK. The final 50 right-hand-drive Focus RS units from the Saarlouis Plant in Germany were to be Heritage Editions and priced at £39,895 with anticipated huge demand. The 50 cars were finished only in “Tief Orange” (Deep Orange) with other unique styling features and performance accoutrements to make it, at 370bhp, the fastest Focus RS variant ever. It was announced by Ford UK boss, Andy Barratt, that all 50 cars were sold within 30 minutes of launch thanks to the frenzy created from a single Facebook post!

EQUIPMENT
All-Wheel Drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring, four selectable drive modes, SYNC3 8” touchscreen DAB audio nav system, Bi-Xenon HID headlamps, Ford Power Starter button, Tyre-Pressure Monitoring System, Performance gear-shift light. RS Heritage Special Equipment; Tief Orange paintwork, black forged alloy wheels, grey-finish brake callipers, contrasting black door mirrors and rear spoiler, privacy glass, sunroof, rear parking sensors, partial leather Recaro Race moulded seats, carbon fibre trim, power-fold door mirrors, cruise control/speed limiter, heated steering wheel, mechanical Quaife limited-slip differential, FPM375 Mountune power upgrade. Dealer accessories; Ford tailored carpet mats.

EXTERIOR
If being one of only 50 Heritage Edition Focus RS models was not special enough, this example boasts mind-bending credentials of one owner from new, a verified 92 miles and full Ford supplying Main Dealer service history. Finished in the only colour available Tief Orange, (Deep Orange – Code SJF), the car is as new. The underside is perfect with every fragile label, sticker and clip fully intact and bright. Factory hand written pen notes applied to the rear bumper are still visible, soon lost on the first wash! The car is precisely as it left the dealership and even the front number plate has never been permanently affixed. A perfect example with amazing provenance.

INTERIOR
Upon opening the door of this volcanic Focus, you are instantly greeted with extrovert styling including the naked seat frame emblazoned with Recaro lettering, bright blue contrast stitching throughout and brushed aluminium tread plates with RS logo. Climb into the phenomenal Recaro Race moulded seats with huge bolsters and harness holes and you are instantly aware this is a cockpit like no ordinary Focus! The partial leather/Alcantara seat upholstery, (Code AR), is in perfect condition along with the entire cabin space as to be expected with a car that has covered just 92 miles! The fastidious owner from new was immediately aware after purchase that the car was to be preserved as close to factory as possible and as such has ensured that interior protective film to the sill plates and even the SYNC3 8” touchscreen has never been removed and the plastic Recaro seat covers and headrest sleeves remain. Flawless throughout.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Specially designed for high performance, Ford’s 2.3 litre Ecoboost engine in the heritage Edition gained the dealer fitted FPM375 Mountune upgrade which increased overboost power from 350bhp to 370bhp and torque from 470Nm to 510Nm over the standard RS, good for a 0-62mph in just 4.7 seconds and a 165mph top speed! In addition to this, the Heritage was fitted with a mechanical Quiafe limited-slip front differential to limit torque delivered a wheel that has reduced traction and redistribute torque to the wheel with more traction in order to counteract the stability and acceleration detriments of a wheelspin. The engine bay is as new and just as it left the factory with huge Ford Performance badge, Deep Orange Mountune hoses and RS air box casing as well as all stickers, labels and PDI markings present. With the Quiafe ATB fitted to the front axle of the all-wheel-drive system and 6-speed manual gearbox, this sure-footed RS is a formidable performance machine.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Black forged 19in alloy wheels are original standard fitment for the RS Heritage Edition and remain in as new condition. Factory Michelin PilotSuperSport 235/35/ZR19 tyres have covered 92 miles. Huge ventilated front discs are gripped by unique grey-finish Brembo callipers, another styling feature of the Heritage Edition.

HISTORY FILE
This outstanding Ford Focus RS Heritage Edition, one of just 50 made, was registered new on the 31st March 2018 by Evans Halshaw Glasgow Ford. The car boasts arguably unrepeatable provenance of one owner, a genuine 92 miles from new and seamless annual servicing carried out by the supplying Ford main Dealer!

A lifelong blue oval enthusiast, Mr Davis has owned many RS Ford cars in the past and he was able to secure the order for this RS Heritage Edition. The approach by Mr Davis to his ownership of the car was set out from the start that the car should be preserved, and his mindset to this aim was beyond fastidious. The car itself was to be prepared for handover upon which strict instructions were that all factory applied labels usually removed and discarded during the PDI were to be kept. They indeed were and are laminated in the history file, as is every single page of the entire history folder! Interior upholstery covers and protective film were to be kept along with the original Mountune box holding the factory Ford parts removed during fitting of the FPM375 power upgrade kit. The front numberplate has never even had the film removed and RS Heritage show plates are made up for display purposes. Furthermore, absolutely every shred of paperwork has been retained starting from the new vehicle order form and sales invoice for £40,500. Mr Davis also insisted that all factory paperwork, dockets, build sheets and even the Mountune kit dispatch note were kept. Further handover documentation include the PDI sheet and disclaimer letter signed by customers to confirm they would not sell on their RS within the first year of ownership. Throughout his meticulous ownership, Mr Davis has stored the car in a temperature and humidity-controlled chamber and the 92 miles has been accrued when the car has returned to Evans Halshaw Glasgow Ford every single year for servicing. Each annual service has been carried out within a four-day window of the anniversary of the previous ones and not satisfied with the online service record only, the owner acquired a physical service book which is fully stamped. Every service invoice and condition report has also been kept in the large box file and on the service job cards there is the strict instruction, ‘do not wash’ as standard service washes were deemed inferior for this car! Completing the amazing history file is original sales and promotional literature as well as a copy of The Sun Motors supplement where the new Ford Focus RS Heritage Edition was pitched against the equally orange new Ford Mustang GT. Both original Ford key units are present each with tags and dealer fobs.

One of the most coveted of all RS cars and surely the jewel in even the best RS collections.

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An enthusiast owned oldskool Ford Escort Mk2 RS2000 in superb condition.

EQUIPMENT
Polyurethane front end incorporating four Cibie quartz halogen headlamps, front air dam, rubberised tail spoiler, twin bodyside coachline, RS2000 decals, laminated windscreen, hazard warning flashers, heated rear window, separate fuel, water temperature and oil pressure gauges, padded sun visors, two-speed heater, aeroflow ventilation with eye ball vents. RS Custom feature; Recaro front seats with fishnet headrests, centre console, glovebox, quartz clock, remote control drivers door mirror, bronze tinted glass, full trimmed door cards, cut pile carpeting, vanity mirror, alloy road wheels. Accessories; CD Player.

EXTERIOR
This fabulous RS2000 is finished in iconic Diamond White, (Code XSC-691), boasting an amazing deep show shine with a polished finish that will really impress onlookers. All trim sections, RS decals and badges remain intact and are in excellent order. Unique to the Custom model, Bronze tinted glass is fitted and the rubbers and door seals are soft and black. The polyurethane droop snoot is straight a perfectly colour matched along with all other panels with uniform gaps. The wheel recesses and the underside is spotlessly clean and black waxoyled for protection and use. Correct and desirable Cibie lights are fitted to all four units and the rubberised tail spoiler is straight and undamaged. Perfect for the show circuit.

INTERIOR
Factory build correct Custom trim has been appointed with Chocolate Beta Plus Fabric by renown and trusted experts, Aldridge Trimming Ltd. The undamaged fascia and dash top houses fully functional gauges and equipment and the original simulated leather bound three spoke steering wheel remains fitted in perfect condition. The headrest to the passenger side has a few loose threads. The heater fan works on both settings and the quartz clock requires a tap to work. The cut pile carpets are clean and full and two period door speakers are operational to a modern CD player. The original Custom cut pile carpet remains in the boot and perfectionists will spot the worn but still attached colour code sticker. The Ford jack within the hessian is still present too!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The original matching numbers 1993cc SOHC engine has avoided the hugely common modification trend and is factory standard with amazing attention to detail allowing bonnet up exhibiting. Performance figures of 108.2mph top speed and 0-60 in just 8.5 seconds are quoted. A Type-9 five speed synchromesh gearbox is fitted and widely accepted to assist modern day cruising and improved economy. The correct four speed gear knob is fitted to the interior selector.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Machined polished RS style four spoke 7J x 13in alloy wheels are in immaculate order with matching Toyo Proxes 185/60 R13 tyres. Vacuum servo assisted front disc brakes with rear drums brakes offer fair braking but fall short of modern standards.

HISTORY FILE
Supplied new by Ford Rallye Sport Dealers, V.M.W. Motors on the 1st August 1980 to a Mr John Hicks. Supplied with the original Ford service book and incredibly virtually every MOT from new to warrant the 93,456 miles. An A4 folder neatly displaying previous tax discs, old invoices and RS Owners Club Valuation Certificates makes fascinating reading and confirms authenticity with the RS Owners Club rarely seen on other examples. Two sets of keys with one key doing the ignition, both door locks and boot. Coming from a stable of desirable RS Fords including an Escort Twincam and Escort Cosworth, this car provides the RS2000 hunter a unique and highly sought after opportunity.

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