Highlights

Factory standard car in great condition
Popular Moonstone Blue metallic
Rare and desirable 3dr model
Only two registered UK keepers since 2018
Well presented unmodified interior and exterior

The Appeal

The Sapphire saloon may be more common and better known, but this is the RS Cosworth that Ford really wanted to build. The three door car was homologated for the road to deliver racing success, but Cosworth’s minimum engine order - 15,000 units - necessitated the more common four door cars.

So, for enthusiasts, this is the one to have. Many RS Cosworths have been tuned and modified, but this one is pleasingly entirely factory standard. Finished in popular Moonstone Blue metallic, it is in very good condition inside and out, the well kept grey fabric Recaro interior being a particular highlight.

The car has been part of a small collection for the last few years and little used. It was imported to the UK in 2018 from Italy and appears to have led a charmed life - the odometer shows 45,644 miles. We cannot confirm if this is genuine but the condition indicates it might be and the vendor also believes it is.

The 3dr RS Cosworth is one of the Fast Ford world’s greatest cars. This one looks well kept and very tempting.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1986
Imported to the UK from Italy in 2018
Two registered keepers since arrival
Current keeper since March 2018
Part of a small classic car collection
Genuine reason for sale due to change of circumstances
Factory handbooks
V5C
Importation documentation
Black and silver plates are for display only and not road legal on this age of car

The Condition

Factory ‘Moonstone Blue’ metallic paintwork in very good order
Paintwork presents well with only minor marks visible in photographs
Due to age and originality of this car buyers should anticipate some patination
Bodywork in good order with straight panels and no accident damage reported
Exterior fittings including body kit, trim and wings all factory-correct and well kept
Sits on correct 15in lattice-style alloy wheels in very good condition with matching spare
Underside appears to be in good order with no issues reported
Factory standard interior with Recaro cloth seats in very good condition
Interior fittings show only light and not unsightly signs of use
Retains its original factory Ford radio and is fitted with a glass sunroof
No reported faults or issues with interior electrics and functions

The Mechanics

Cosworth-fettled 1,993cc 4cyl Ford 200bhp turbocharged engine
Red top engine indicating this is a ‘non cat’ car
5spd manual gearbox
Vendor and condition indicate the displayed mileage may be correct
This is not verified and should not be assumed
No reported running or driving issues

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