1985 Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 1

Lot Number: 346

1985 Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 1

Recently fully refreshed, this is a well sorted example of the more focused Series 1.

  • NOT SOLD

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Diamond White

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    C165 BYG

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    133000 Miles

SUMMARY

Recently fully refreshed, this is a well sorted example of the more focused Series 1.

DESCRIPTION

  • In Diamond White with the classic RS Turbo look featuring a body-coloured front grille and bumpers 
  • Lovely interior in a combination of Monza and Cashmere fabrics with Recaro LS bucket seats
  • Fitted with the legendary 132bhp, 1600 CVH unit with a turbocharger, computerised fuel-injection and engine management incorporating a boost control
  • Recent engine work includes replacement valve-stem oil seals, new cam lifters and the turbo has been completely rebuilt
  • The fuel tank has been replaced along with new fuel lines and fuel pump, brakes overhauled throughout and a new master cylinder fitted
  • The car has had some minor paint rectification and the wheels have been 'diamond cut' and painted  
  • Supplied with a good history file with a stamped service book and handbooks, recently serviced and fresh from an interior deep clean, this super S1 RS is good to go

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
346
Make
FORD
Model
ESCORT
Variant
RS1600 Turbo S1
Registration Number
C165 BYG
Chassis Number
WF0BXXGCABFU69554
Engine Number
FU69554
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Diamond White

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.

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SCORE:

97 / 135

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Remarks

Rebuilt turbocharger along with new valve stem oil seals, new camshaft lifters and head gasket

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Vehicle History

Remarks

12 service stamps in service book not including recent service


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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