1988 Ford Fiesta S

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Highlights

Rare 1.4 S sport model
Original service book included
Original book pack with service history stamped to approximately 55,000 miles
Cambelt replaced in 2020

The Appeal

The Ford Fiesta 1.4 S is arguably the most desirable - and certainly one of the rarer - models of the insanely successful Fiesta MK2. A mid-range sports model fitted with a lean-burn 1400cc four-cylinder engine, it was a perfect middle-of-the-road sporty option without the XR2 price tag - and thanks to those factors, was quickly picked up by budding boy racers and petrolheads alike - which is probably why it's a relatively scarce sight today!

This Fiesta S is ready and waiting for some restoration work, and is accompanied by a well-documented history with an original service book and all old MOT certificates. Some work was completed in the past, including a replacement cambelt in 2020. This desirable car is waiting to be brought back to snuff and taken back to the road.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1988
The DVLA reports this car was previously based overseas
The DVLA records 6 previous keepers
MOT expired
Currently indicates 73,268 miles on a five-figure odometer
Cambelt replaced in 2020
Original service book included
All old MOT certificates included

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The Condition

Body generally very solid but needs some welding repair to the boot floor
Some corrosion to the bodywork
A repaint would not go amiss
Decals are somewhat faded commensurate with age, as are the plastic trims
Some corrosion to the underside
Replacement bonnet included
Very good interior with no damage to dash or seats
Seats appear to be a little faded and dusty
Instruments are legible
Highly original throughout

The Mechanics

1,400cc CVH I4 powerplant
Manual transmission with 5 gears
Some corrosion to the engine bay
Engine is reportedly starting and running well
Cambelt replaced in 2020
Exhaust will need replacing
Other than this the car is reportedly in good mechanical order

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