Winning bid
£6,255

1973 Ford Escort 1600L

Highlights

  • 1970s classic Ford
  • Recent restoration
  • Very well presented
  • The previous keeper owned it for 45 years
  • South African import

The Appeal

Produced in vast numbers between 1967 and 1975, the iconic Ford Mk1 Escort catered to a wide range of needs, from a modest family car and light commercial vehicle to a global rallying and motorsport icon. It was available in an extensive variety of configurations and engines. This, combined with its lightweight, rear-wheel-drive design, made the Escort a great fun car to own and drive.
This particular 1973 example was sourced in South Africa from an estate where the same keeper had owned it for the past 45 years. The car has received a complete body restoration, leaving it ready for the new owner to jump into the 1600cc Crossflow-engined Escort and take a trip back to the 70s in this iconic classic Ford.
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The History and Paperwork

  • UK registered 1st May 2024
  • Imported from South Africa in April 2023
  • Reported main dealer service history up to 52,430 kilometres
  • Purchased as part of a deceased estate after 45 years of ownership
  • Original service booklet
  • Original owner’s manual
  • Recent full service

The Condition

  • Recent exterior restoration
  • Panel gaps appear to be equal
  • Metallic brown paintwork presents extremely well and pops in the sun
  • Just a few minor imperfections
  • Original chrome bumpers and trim are in good order
  • Headlights and indicators are free from damage
  • The windows appear to be in good order, with no noticeable scratches
  • Chrome window trims and rubbers are in excellent condition
  • Rear light lenses are free from any splits or cracks
  • The original wheels are in excellent condition
  • Chrome wheel trims are in good order
  • New tyres fitted
  • Retrimmed seats in period colour brown and cream vinyl
  • There is a small amount of wear on the driver's bolster
  • There are a couple of small marks on the door cards caused by the window winders
  • The dashboard is in good condition with no splits or cracks
  • Original instruments are reported to be working correctly
  • The odometer shows a reading of 43,806 kilometres, which is really 143,806 kilometres
  • The switchgear is in good condition and is said to be working correctly
  • Original steering wheel is in good condition and has been covered with fabric tape to the rim, enhancing the grip
  • The carpets are clean and tidy throughout

The Mechanics

  • Desirable 1.6-litre Crossflow
  • Four-speed manual
  • The car fires up as it should and runs with no issues reported
  • The engine bay is in original condition and presents well
  • The gearbox has a smooth change
  • Brakes bring the car to a stop with no problems reported
  • Recent service included:
    • Oil & filter
    • Spark plugs
    • Points
    • Distributor cap
    • Rotor arm
    • Coil
    • HT leads
  • Fully ready to jump in and enjoy

 
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Auction Details

  • Year1973
  • MakeFord
  • ModelEscort
  • ColourBrown
  • Odometer143,806 Kilometres
  • Engine size1599cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownNewcastle upon Tyne
  • CountyTyne and Wear
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

16 Bids

sandy-f••••
Bid
£6,255
03/09/24
MeadowS••••
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£6,100
29/08/24
sandy-f••••
Bid
£5,925
29/08/24
MeadowS••••
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£5,750
29/08/24
sandy-f••••
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£5,650
29/08/24
MeadowS••••
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£5,500
29/08/24
sandy-f••••
Bid
£5,350
29/08/24
sandy-f••••
Bid
£5,200
29/08/24
Christo••••
Bid
£5,000
29/08/24
sandy-f••••
Bid
£4,900
28/08/24

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