1982 Ford Escort XR3

Lot Number: 155

1982 Ford Escort XR3

The XR3 - sharp, handsome and a touch extrovert, a description that could equally well still apply some 40 years later.

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  • Sold for: £11,250

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 10th December, 2022 at 10.30am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Strato Silver

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    CYC 256X

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    90113 Miles

SALE ROOM NOTICE

The XR3 was erroneously included in the printed catalogue as an 86bhp not a 96bhp

SUMMARY

The XR3 - sharp, handsome and a touch extrovert, a description that could equally well still apply some 40 years later.

DESCRIPTION

  • No one could do 'go-faster' quite like Ford and, at its unveiling in August 1980, the XR3 represented a master class in addenda-driven design
  • The whale-tail spoiler and the distinctive cloverleaf alloy wheels both became instant classics
  • 1.6-litre, four-cylinder, CVH unit offered 86bhp and 0-60 in 8.5 seconds
  • Finished in crisp Strato Silver accented in black with the correct 'cloverleaf' alloys, this example presents really well and is ideal for weekend shows
  • Tidy, unmolested interior with that evocative grey and white 'deckchair' cloth
  • Recently serviced, with a cambelt and a fresh MOT issued in September, this lovely pre-injection XR3 is ready to be enjoyed

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
155
Make
FORD
Model
ESCORT
Variant
XR3
Registration Number
CYC 256X
MOT Expiry
15/09/2023
Chassis Number
WF0BXXGCABCS47588
Engine Number
CS47588
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Strato Silver

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.

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SCORE:

88 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

From the looks of it it’s Still wearing all its original panels, the panel gaps and fit are almost spot on The car is straight down both sides. The date stamps on the front wings, also has the original rear wheel arches and sills underneath the doors are clearly visible. The correct Bronze tinted glass The underside of the car presents extremely well and we can’t see any welding that has ever been carried out to the floors or back panel. The correct Bronze tinted glass is still in place

Interior


Door-Cards:

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Seating:

Headlining:

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Boot:

Remarks

original Laser trimmed sports seats. There Anthracite colour with Rare silver striping but sadly are really Sunbleached . The Black perforated headlining is in good condition and the overhead digital clock is crystal clear. The original 2 spoke steering wheel is still in place .

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Completely standard with its original air box etc Just had full service along with stem seals and cam belt

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Remarks

The 5 speed none injection cars were only ever produced between February 1982 and October of that year, before the launch of the XR3i in October/November 1982. It’s in good condition goes into gear as they should.

Running Gear


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Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

Fully polybushed and new springs and Inserts and anything esle where it needed

Electrics


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Vehicle History

Remarks

Only have a few Receipts


Restoration Notes

Respray in the original Strato Silver metallic Glass and panels along with all outer trim was removed then painted Had welding to the front panel and a replacement battery tray to a nice standard.

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 11th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 12th September between 9am 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 WEC by 1pm on Monday 12th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.

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