Highlights

Totally original and unmodified
Stored in an oxygen tent for preservation and never driven in wet conditions
Only 40,900 miles from new
Just three former registered keepers
Impeccably presented inside, out and underneath
Very well-maintained with copious accompanying service history
One of just 7,145 ever built
Advisory-free MOT

The Appeal

For us car enthusiasts, one of the greatest things to come out of motorsport is the 'homologation special'. The FIA specified that a competition car had to be based on a regular road car people could go out and buy. To get round this rule, manufacturers would spend vasts sums of money building a limited run of road-going versions of its race car in order to meet the pre-determined quota.

During the early 1990s, Ford wanted to build a car with Cosworth to compete in Group A rallying. The chassis and mechanicals of the existing Sierra Cosworth were used as the base, while the body resembled that of the contemporary MkV Escort. Add a huge turbo and one of the most outrageous spoilers of all time and Ford had created a legend - the RS Cosworth. Just 7,145 were built between 1992 and 1995 and collectors continue to clamour for the best original examples

This one is surely a strong contender, with just 40,900 miles on the clock and not a modification in sight. It is impeccably clean and well-preserved; a mere glance at the underside shows it to be a superlative survivor, the likes of which it could take years to find again. Having been carefully stored in an oxygen tent and never driven in the wet during current ownership, this 'Cossie' presents a significant opportunity for Fast Ford enthusiasts who want their own piece of the brand's history.

The History and Paperwork

UK market RHD example in 1993
Just three registered keepers
MOT valid until 9th April 2025
40,900 miles
Reportedly benefits from full service history
Very well-stamped original service record
Large collection of accompanying invoices
Acquired by the vendor two years ago

The Condition

The vendor states the car has been kept in beautiful condition inside, out, and underneath
Mallard Green
Impeccably presented underside, still finished in factory body colour
We're assured there is no known corrosion or accident damage to report
Original Ford alloy wheels all in very smart order
High-quality Avon Turbospeed tyres fitted
The paintwork has been polished and treated following the vendor's acquisition
Never driven in the wet and stored in an oxygen tent
Black leather upholstery impeccably presented and very well-preserved
No notable wear apparent to the seats, carpets and controls
The interior plastics and dashboard top all present very well
Very clean and smart luggage compartment
We understand the cabin electrics, instruments and controls to be in good order

The Mechanics

Cosworth YBT 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-four
Five-speed Ferguson MT-75 manual gearbox
Permanent four-wheel-drive
The engine reportedly runs beautifully and has never been modified; everything is original as it came from the factory
It’s an original Cosworth with no modifications, no exhaust changes, no chip
Excellent service record (see gallery below)

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