1976 Ford
Ford Escort Mk1 RS2000 EXEMPLARY EXAMPLE!
£64,995
- Mileage
- 67,109 mi
- Engine
- 2.0L
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Gearbox
- Manual
Description
Glancing at this beautiful example it's hard to believe it's nearly fifty years old, With the legendary 'droop snoop' bonnet and slightly flared wheel arches coupled with it's genuine Type 49 stiffened body shell this is simply collector grade condition With period correct inner wing strut top plate strengtheners, Along with as to be expected underside and further engine bay stiffened points all ensuring this is the real deal! The underside bodywork along with the running gear having seen powder coating to a high standard in it's lifetime leaving nothing untouched and ensuring attention to detail remains the focus at all times. The exterior paintwork finished in Ford Diamond White (Paint Code 'B') Can only be described as vibrant and glossy front to rear along with the legendary blue RS decals which sit period correct across the arches With a simple but subtle front end consisting of gleaming wrap around front chrome quarter bumpers and the desirable full frontal chrome piped front metal black grill housing original round Cibie H4 headlamps Ford chrome Badging to the bonnet and the boot all sit pristine and correctly positioned along with the legendary 'RS2000 Black & Silver square Badging' sitting proudly on each front wing. The detailed panel lines are razor sharp and complement the attention to detail Chrome passenger & drivers door handles sit gleaming along with the chrome external door locks. Full length bumper in chrome to the rear sparkling only to be expected, This stunning example retains period correct glasswork throughout along with the exterior rubbers sitting fresh with front and rear screen chrome pin trims glossy and bright. Sensibly and original basic but minimal interior remains within having unmarked period Rs Logo black Beta cloth front seats with headrests coupled with black piping, To the rear you find Beta cloth over black piping which looks like it all probability it's been used very little if at all! The black dashboard and faux wooden trim carries on the minimalistic theme but houses all you need with a six pod dial set, Speedometer showing 67109 miles, Fitted with the solid 2.0 Ford Pinto engine, With a single Weber DGAV 32/36 side draught carburettor which runs very well, The engine starts on the flick of the key,Engine sitting pristine along with informational stickers, With original Ford Four Spoke 13 x 5.5 Factory Silver/Grey alloys, All present in the very best condition, all wheels are matching numbers including the spare, Having had the pleasure of only having 2 former keepers this example has been dearly loved and cherished throughout its lifespan ensuring originality remains, This has been preserved to a very high level regardless ensuring it's one of the very best in our opinion out on sale today Registered on the 13th January 1976,Original keys accompany the vehicle, This is a collector grade example, A sought after vehicle finished in the best colour and blue decal combination.
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