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- The Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show Sale 2022
- 1978 Ford Escort RS Mexico Mk2
1978 Ford Escort RS Mexico Mk2
Lot Number: 185
1978 Ford Escort RS Mexico Mk2
A rare, second-generation RS Mexico that's been fastidiously restored.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 19th March, 2022 at 10.30am GMT at
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BODY COLOUR
Venetian Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
LMN 812P -
ODOMETER READING
95870 Miles
SUMMARY
A rare, second-generation RS Mexico that's been fastidiously restored.
DESCRIPTION
- The Mk2 was produced between November 1975 and July 1978 and only 2,500 were built
- 1600cc OHC Pinto unit producing 95bhp at 5750rpm. 4-speed Type-B gearbox (quick shift)
- This lovely example was painstakingly restored by our vendor to factory specifications
- With the previous owner for 20 years and stashed in a barn
- Finished in Venetian Red with a Black cloth RS interior with Scheel front seats
- Supplied with a file of receipts for the restoration indicating around £20,000 has been invested
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 185
- Make
- FORD
- Model
- ESCORT RS MEXICO MK2
- Registration Number
- LMN 812P
- Chassis Number
- GCATTD01672
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Venetian Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
99 / 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
Full payment must be received before any item is available to be released.
Vehicles can be collected from The NEC (B40 1NT) on Monday 21st between 8.30am and 1pm.
Our transport partners, 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 NEC by 1pm on Monday 21st 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. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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