1990 Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth 4x4

Highlights

Low mileage of just 73,000 miles
Genuine and early 4x4 Cosworth
Thick history file of maintenance
Well kept and largely standard car
Long term current enthusiast keeper

The Appeal

It was motorsport that saved the Cossy Sierra. As the competition began to run rings around Ford’s blue collar super saloon, plans to go rallying saw it receive a 4x4 drivetrain. It was a shot in the arm that made this 200bhp rocketship as planted as it was potent.

The all wheel drive Cosworth is a fan favourite. These cars are so good to drive that is a surprise to find one like this, a low mileage, low owner car. The VIN plate verifies that it is a genuine factory car, finished in smart black with matching interior. Aside from a sports exhaust, Wolfrace wheels and a strut brace, it is largely standard.

A thick history file attests to the car of its handful of keepers. It has covered few miles in recent years, but we understand that it is in good running order. The MOT has only recently expired - there were no advisories - so obtaining a new one looks like a mere formality.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 16th November 1990
Only seven registered keepers
Current keeper since March 2016
Genuine ‘WF0FXXGBBF’ prefix chassis number and ‘BFGC4’ vehicle type
VIN plate also shows correct ‘N5’ engine number
Early 4x4 built in May 1990
Good history file as shown in photographs
Little used since 2008
70,882 miles on 2008 MOT test and 72,234 miles on latest MOT test
No advisories on last MOT test which expired on 21st August 2024
Will come with 12 months MOT

The Condition

Black paintwork in generally good order with light signs of use as shown
Bodywork presents as straight with good arches and sills as shown
Underside appears to be in good order with no advisories on last MOT
Largely standard car with smart Wolfrace six spoke alloys which present very well
Non-matching, factory-correct lattice style alloy spare wheel
Black leather interior appears to be factory standard and shows only light wear
These include wear to driver’s bolster and marks to front Recaro seat backs
Glass sunroof and electric windows
Radio is missing but wiring is present
Headlining appears to be sagging at rear

The Mechanics

1,993cc turbocharged 200bhp engine
5spd manual gearbox
4x4 drivetrain
Largely standard car with strut brace and upgraded hoses
Engine cam cover repainted in blue
No reported running or driving issues
No mechanical or running gear advisories on last MOT test

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