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- 1983 Ford Escort RS1600i
1983 Ford Escort RS1600i
Lot Number: 759
1983 Ford Escort RS1600i
This 1983 FORD ESCORT RS1600I
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Friday 17th June, 2016 at 12.00pm BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Black -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
SEC800Y -
ODOMETER READING
125000
DESCRIPTION
Recently restored RS1600i with the emphasis on originality.
The Ford Escort RS1600i was built purely to meet 'Group A' homologation regulations, and was the first genuine challenger to the Golf GTI, offering more power and significantly more developed suspension, marginally out-handling the Wolfsburg icon. With limited production numbers and a high price - as well as being sold through Rallye-Sport dealers only - they were harder to come by and were sold quickly. When the car received fuel injection - and a power hike, the following year, the gap was closed ever further. Surprisingly effective in Touring Cars back then, and now extremely rare and highly sought after.
Purchased by our vendor in 2008 in need of some TLC, this excellent RS has benefitted from a rolling restoration with particular regard to the use of RS1600i parts as opposed to the easier to source items from the XR3 or RS Turbo. The vendor was very keen that the car presented as it would have done in 1983 retaining the 'twin-coil' ignition system and diligently selecting the correct fabric for the interior.
There is a history file with paperwork going back to 1992 and the car has an MoT until April 2017.
A good example of a desirable early eighties 'Fast Ford' that looks 'period-correct' and with a little detailing could be rather special.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 759
- Make
- FORD
- Model
- ESCORT RS1600I
- Registration Number
- SEC800Y
- MOT Expiry
- 08/04/2017
- Chassis Number
- WF0BXXGCABCG74715
- Engine Number
- cg74715
- Body Colour
- Black
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
87 / 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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