Description
A stunning 90 Spec Ford Escort RS Turbo.
EQUIPMENT
Body coloured bumpers with black insert, body coloured wheel arch extensions, 90 spec tailgate spoiler, halogen headlamps, cooling vents in bonnet, central door locking, remote body coloured door mirrors, heated rear window, front windscreen rapid de-ice, tailgate wash/ wipe, quartz digital clock, aerial incorporated in rear windscreen, Recaro front reclining seats, 60/ 40 split rear back rest, Sierra Cosworth sports steering wheel, tilt/ slide glass sunroof, electrically operated front windows, Mud flaps, Cobra alarm.
EXTERIOR
Finished in ever desirable Rosso Red, this tantalising RS Turbo looks fantastic with all factory panels straight and undamaged and the paintwork boasting a bright shine. The desirable 90 Spec enhancements such as the face-lift front bumper and rear spoiler are exactly as Ford intended. Correct decals, driving lamps and aerodynamic aids remain in excellent condition. There is slight delamination to the top of the front screen (A new like for like windscreen has been ordered and awaiting delivery).
INTERIOR
This late S2 RST has a near perfect interior which remains exactly how the manufacturer intended. The fully adjustable supportive Recaro seats show minimal if any wear having been fitted with seat covers protecting the ‘Zolda’ fabric which is grey, red and blue. Matching door cards are pristine with only very light markings to the interior door handles whereby age-related deterioration is a known weak point. The carpets have been maintained to a high standard also to reveal the care this remarkable example has enjoyed. A brilliant and iconic Fast Ford with all switches, knobs and dials function correctly. The boot area is spotless and houses an aftermarket speaker to enhance audio experience.
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 1. 6 OHC (CVH) fuel injected engine with a Garrett AiResearch T3 turbo charger and intercooler has been professionally modified by Burton Power to Produce 207bhp alongside a Bailey dump valve, swirl pot, Samco hoses and having covered 144, 303 original miles from new is still fun. The car has just benefited from a full major service and four new tyres with corresponding invoices. The engine bay is remarkably clean with rare mirror finish parts amplifying the craftsmanship of this Classic Ford. An aftermarket Mongoose T304 aerospace grade stainless steel sports exhaust system has been fitted to the vehicle for additional high quality performance. The 5-speed manual Ford BC box with standard 220mm clutch is light, precise and a joy to use.
WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The correct light alloy 6X15 RS wheels remain on the vehicle with brand new matching tyres fitted with ample tread. The spare still has the factory Uniroyal item and due to age is for show purposes only. This Hot Hatch slows as well as it goes with EBC Greenstuff pads fitted to the front callipers alongside the original drum disks breaks finished in matching Rosso red.
HISTORY FILE
The car was registered on 07th June 1989 on a F registration. The mileage of 144, 303 is fully verified with a plethora of certifications and history dating back to the early 90’s. The original Ford document pack holds all handbooks and point of sale literature and all keys are present including the working torch key as well as the special RS Turbo sales brochure. A collection of service invoices and receipts including the latest MOT and major service in August 2024 completes the impressive history file.
This is an iconic Fast Ford preserved exactly as intended.
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