Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at Wheeler Dealer Live 2025 on Sunday the 1st of June, Bicester Heritage, OX26 5HA.
This superb example of Ford's legendary Escort RS Cosworth was initially supplied by Wylie's Ford of 370 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow and first registered on 11/ 05/ 1994
It was purchased by its late owner, a long standing Fast Ford enthusiast, in March 1998 after a thorough search for his dream car
Powered by the early 2-litre Cosworth engine fitted with what became known as the 'big turbo', however this has since been remapped by Castle Performance Engineering to deliver c. 340bhp to all four wheels through a 5-speed manual transmission
The car was finished from new in Moondust Silver, a 'special order' colour at the time, but was fully resprayed in 1999 after many Moondust Silver cars suffered paint problems and were recalled by the factory
With very few produced in this colour and even less remaining, famous model makers Corgi chose DPF 454 as a basis for their Escort RS Cosworth model which we understand is being launched in Spring 2025
The car's condition is exceptional as is confirmed by its numerous Concours d'Elegance trophies, including winning the RS Ford category at the 2011 European Ford event in Holland
Supplied with its original book packs, previous MOTs and numerous invoices including a recent full service with belts and seals in April 2025
Please note that the Cherished Registration Number illustrated, DPF 454, does not form part of the sale
