1995 Ford Escort RS Cosworth

The Ford Escort RS Cosworth proved a worthy successor to its legendary 1980's Sierra namesake. Just like the Lancia Integrale and Subaru Impreza, this was a Group A rally car for the road - pure and simple. It was actually underpinned by a shortened version of the Sierra Cosworth RS Cosworth's platform and powered by the same 2.0-litre turbocharged longitudinally-mounted Cosworth developed engine driving all four wheels. The car was designed and engineered in Boreham, was styled by noted designer Stephen Harper, and ended up being assembled by Karmann in Germany.At launch in 1994, two models were available, the club-spec standard car at £21,380 and the Lux version, which included electric windows, heated screen, sunroof, and Recaro seats. Power was up slightly from the Sierra RS Cosworth, at 227bhp, and performance consequently improved. The first 2,500 cars up to May 1994, suffered from turbo lag, but the next 4,500 were improved, thanks to their smaller Garrett T25 Turbo. In 1995, the RS Cosworth was treated to a mild facelift, receiving a new honeycomb grille, restyled bumpers, a more attractive fascia and revised alloy wheels. The car continued until early 1996, when emissions regulations forced it out of production. Like pretty much every RS Ford, it was a classic from the moment it was built...

First registered in Europe on 18/9/1995, this stunning LHD example is finished in Imperial blue with cloth trim. The car looks superb and is showing just 93,168kms (57,891 Miles).

This Escort Cosworth appears to be in standard factory specification, which as I'm sure you are aware, is very rare for an RS Escort. It has clearly led a cherished life and is presented with a comprehensive service record as follows:

The service book is stamped for services.08/10/1997 Garage Scheuren Ford Main Dealer 14920kms03/03/1999 Garage Scheuren Ford Main Dealer 28129kms01/09/2002 Garage Scheuren Ford Main Dealer 44110kms11/12/2003 Garage Scheuren Ford Main Dealer 61120kms (cambelt service)10/06/2005 Garage Scheuren Ford Main Dealer 83967kms31/03/2011 Auto Hubli (English car specialist) 84895kms (cambelt service)07/15/2015 Full cambelt service prior to Auction

Complete with all its relevant handbooks and manuals, this UK registered car has recently been MoTd. This fabulous Escort is a true future classic and a real drivers car, ready to be enjoyed and treated like a fast Ford.