Description
H&H Classic Auction @ The Imperial War Museum, Duxford/ Cambridgeshire
9th October, 2024 13:00
1989 Ford Escort RS Turbo
No Reserve
Registration No: F976 JKN
Chassis No: WF0BXXGCABKJ55989
MOT: November 2024
Delivered in April 1989
Just 97, 500 miles since new
Meticulously maintained
Subjected to sensible and reversible upgrades
Offered with a very detailed history folder
Originally registered in April 1989, this Ford Escort RS Turbo boasts a rich ownership history, having changed hands five times since its inception, with the current owner taking possession in April 2018. Over the years, it has gracefully travelled approximately 97, 500 miles and comes with an extensive collection of invoices, demonstrating consistent maintenance and care. The meticulously documented invoices reveal noteworthy servicing milestones. In 2000, at approximately 85, 000 miles, the gearbox underwent a thorough overhaul. In 2010, a Turbo Technics turbocharger was expertly fitted, and a new front mount intercooler was introduced at some point.
Additional enhancements include a Mongoose stainless steel exhaust, Jamex shocks and lowering springs (resulting in a 25mm drop), an upgraded Airtec radiator with twin electric cooling fans, a CVH34 fast road camshaft, an oil cooler, a high torque starter motor, and a Clifford Concept 600 alarm/ immobilizer system. In June 2018, with the odometer at 94, 490 miles, the vehicle received a meticulous rolling road tune-up at Interpro Automotive in Bristol, delivering an impressive 157. 8bhp and 175lb/ ft of torque. This marked a significant increase from the factory specifications.
Comprehensive assessments affirmed the vehicle's sound condition, including the compression levels and fuelling system and recently, a new set of Goodyear tyres were fitted. Furthermore, the car has also been subject to an oil and filter change less than 500 miles ago. The vendor has advised that the mechanical condition of the car is 'very good' and that it continues to run smoothly and maintains an ideal operating temperature also in part thanks to the upgraded cooling system. At the time of writing, a valid MOT is in place until November 2024, but the vendor has advised that he will be presenting the car with a fresh MOT certificate for the sale. Preserving its original handbooks within the original wallet, this vehicle also includes a collection of 19 past MOT certificates. The growing demand for fast Fords in the collector's market makes this well-preserved Escort RS Turbo a compelling opportunity and is offered at 'No Reserve' at our Duxford sale.
