1974 Ford Escort Mk 1 RS2000

Lot Number: 577

1974 Ford Escort Mk 1 RS2000

A stunning RS2000 Mk1 emerging from a four year restoration with the emphasis on originality.

  • Sold for: £40,500

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Daytona Yellow

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    SJF 373N

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    250 Miles

SUMMARY

A stunning RS2000 Mk1 emerging from a four year restoration with the emphasis on originality.

DESCRIPTION

  • Produced from October 1973 through to December 1974, this is one of just 3,500 UK-supplied AVO cars built by Ford at their Aveley plant
  • It's an impressive restoration with the emphasis on presenting the car as a 'showroom fresh' standard-production example
  • Superbly finished in Daytona Yellow with the correct black cloth RS interior by Aldridge Trimmers
  • Fitted with the correct 2-litre OHC, 100bhp four-cylinder, fully overhauled as was the gearbox
  • Built with great attention to detail with many new OEM panels and refinished in Daytona Yellow after finding it in red with a black vinyl roof
  • All the suspension, braking, fuel lines and tank have been replaced leaving nothing to chance and a refreshed set of instruments confirm the car has covered a mere 250-odd miles since being returned to the road at the end of 2023
  • Fully inspected by the AVO Owners Club Registrar to confirm its authenticity, matching numbers, including the optional wood trim and 6J Ford RS Alloy road wheels with 175/60 tyres
  • Supplied with full photographic evidence of the build and a host of invoices for the parts purchased, this represents a rare opportunity to own a standard restored example for the purists amongst us

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
577
Make
FORD
Model
ESCORT MK1
Variant
RS2000
Registration Number
SJF 373N
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
BFATPS00381
Engine Number
PS00381
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Daytona Yellow

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.

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SCORE:

126 / 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

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