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- 1973 Ford Escort Mk1 RS2000
1973 Ford Escort Mk1 RS2000
Lot Number: 948
1973 Ford Escort Mk1 RS2000
Fabulous restoration based on an amazingly original car, superb in every way with lots of original parts. With £130,000 invested, this RS2000 is arguably the best example we have ever offered.
- Sold for: £78,750
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 7th December, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1FE
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BODY COLOUR
Diamond White/Olympic Blue -
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RHD -
REG NUMBER
OKB 44M
SUMMARY
Fabulous restoration based on an amazingly original car, superb in every way with lots of original parts. With £130,000 invested, this RS2000 is arguably the best example we have ever offered.
DESCRIPTION
- Sourced on behalf of our vendor by marque specialist, Tony Collins of Car and Classic Restorations in Herne Bay, this Mk1 RS2000 was known to be exceptionally original but needed restoration after years of slumbering in storage.
- In 2019, it began an absolutely no-compromise restoration, with the emphasis on creating a car as close to original-spec as is possible
- Using the car’s original parts and NOS components, when necessary, but never conceding on it being ‘just right’ – it was a real labour of love, with our vendor assisted by one of the foremost Ford experts/collectors in the UK
- The bodyshell was dipped and then expertly repaired where necessary, before being sent to a specialist e-coating company. The engine was sent to David Moore Engineering for a complete rebuild, again utilising all original parts where required and the gearbox and rear axle were sent to Copthorne Classics, where both were rebuilt, again with original componentry. The interior was expertly restored back to its former glory by Mark Webber of M&K Auto Upholstery
- The car was 90% complete by June 2024 when it was finished off and made ready for the road by Dave Brooks of DBRS and again by Copthorne Classics. The file contains dozens of photographs documenting every stage of its transformation with the quality of the work appearing quite exceptional
- One of the most exacting restorations we have ever seen and surely the best available. The investment of time, skill and money has been sizeable – the latter well exceeding £100,000. It's been a real dilemma for our vendor to ‘let it go’, but a change in circumstance has forced his hand; he would dearly love it to go to a fellow true Ford enthusiast, because he has loved the journey with this car and really wants someone to enjoy owning and driving it in years ahead
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 948
- Make
- FORD
- Model
- ESCORT MK1 RS2000
- Registration Number
- OKB 44M
- Chassis Number
- BFATNC00267
- Engine Number
- NC00267
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Diamond White/Olympic Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Joseph Watts
- Car Specialist
- 07779 082707
- joe@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Joseph.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
133 / 135
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 8th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 9th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 9th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT for a standard size vehicle or £275 plus VAT for a large vehicle (transit van/campervan etc.). Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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