1989 Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 2

Lot Number: 195

1989 Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 2

An attractive and topical Series 2 Escort RS Turbo offered in need of recommissioning. 

  • ESTIMATE: £8,000 - £10,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

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LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 22nd March, 2025 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Radiant Red

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    G25 GUH

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    146814 Miles

SUMMARY

An attractive and topical Series 2 Escort RS Turbo offered in need of recommissioning. 

DESCRIPTION

  • On offer here, in need of recommissioning, is an original UK-Supplied Series 2 Escort RS Turbo that's covered some 146,814 miles in the hands of its former keepers
  • The S2 produced an impressive 132bhp at 5,750rpm offering a top speed of 125mph and a 0-60mph time of 8.3 seconds
  • Offered by the family of a gentleman who passed away, the last MOT expired on 11/08/2023 and the vehicle was last started in October 2024
  • It's accompanied by the history file, old MOTs, invoices, manual and book pack
  • We would encourage your inspection at the NEC to see what might or might not need doing to return this car to the road 

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
195
Make
FORD ESCORT
Model
RS TURBO
Registration Number
G25 GUH
MOT Expiry
11/08/2023
Chassis Number
WF0BXXGCABKG74446
Engine Number
KG74446
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Radiant Red

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For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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SCORE:

81 / 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

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 24th March. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

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If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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