22nd Feb, 2022 13:00
February 2022 Classics Auction
1974 Ford Escort RS2000
Recently subject to a comprehensive restoration.
Registration - GLB 8N
Chassis No. - BFATPP00223
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 78,000
Sometimes it seems as though we’ve been teleported back to the 1970s, so popular once again are the fast Fords of that era. We understand this example, a MKI RS2000, has recently been treated to a comprehensive restoration of its bodywork and repaint in Olympic Blue by a professional classic car bodyshop. As part of the process, new door and window rubbers were installed and fresh bumpers fitted front and rear, while the underside was additionally protected with Waxoyl. The black interior has also been treated to a degree of refurbishment, that included the replacement of the door cards and reupholstering of the cloth-covered seats with period correct material. The engine is the car’s original 2-litre Pinto unit. The subject of a previous rebuild, it nowadays sports twin carburettors and an aluminium sump, and drives through the correct-style four-speed manual gearbox. The car rides on polished alloy RS wheel rims shod with new tyres all round. The vendor now classes the bodywork and interior trim as ‘excellent’ and the engine, transmission and paintwork as ‘good’. Stored in a Carcoon, this good-looking Escort is now being offered complete with a comprehensive collection of receipts and photographs documenting the restoration.
It was in June 1973 that Ford announced the RS2000. By combining the company’s two-door Type 49 bodyshell with its very ‘roadable’ 2000cc OHC ‘Pinto’ engine, the newcomer slotted in nicely between the Mexico and the all-singing all-dancing RS1600. With 100bhp on tap, it could sprint to 60mph in 9.1 seconds and on to a top speed of c.106mph.
In summary:
- The recent subject of a comprehensive bodywork restoration and repaint
- The original engine benefits from a twin carburettor conversion and alloy sump
- Comes complete with large selection of receipts and photos relating to the refurbishment
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £30,375
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - GLB 8N
Chassis No. - BFATPP00223
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 78,000
Sometimes it seems as though we’ve been teleported back to the 1970s, so popular once again are the fast Fords of that era. We understand this example, a MKI RS2000, has recently been treated to a comprehensive restoration of its bodywork and repaint in Olympic Blue by a professional classic car bodyshop. As part of the process, new door and window rubbers were installed and fresh bumpers fitted front and rear, while the underside was additionally protected with Waxoyl. The black interior has also been treated to a degree of refurbishment, that included the replacement of the door cards and reupholstering of the cloth-covered seats with period correct material. The engine is the car’s original 2-litre Pinto unit. The subject of a previous rebuild, it nowadays sports twin carburettors and an aluminium sump, and drives through the correct-style four-speed manual gearbox. The car rides on polished alloy RS wheel rims shod with new tyres all round. The vendor now classes the bodywork and interior trim as ‘excellent’ and the engine, transmission and paintwork as ‘good’. Stored in a Carcoon, this good-looking Escort is now being offered complete with a comprehensive collection of receipts and photographs documenting the restoration.
It was in June 1973 that Ford announced the RS2000. By combining the company’s two-door Type 49 bodyshell with its very ‘roadable’ 2000cc OHC ‘Pinto’ engine, the newcomer slotted in nicely between the Mexico and the all-singing all-dancing RS1600. With 100bhp on tap, it could sprint to 60mph in 9.1 seconds and on to a top speed of c.106mph.
In summary:
- The recent subject of a comprehensive bodywork restoration and repaint
- The original engine benefits from a twin carburettor conversion and alloy sump
- Comes complete with large selection of receipts and photos relating to the refurbishment
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: February 2022 Classics Auction, 22nd Feb, 2022
This auction of classic vehicles will take place in the Concorde Hangar at Manchester Airport's Runway Visitor Park.
We are delighted to be running this live event in the shadow of Concorde, without doubt the most iconic passenger aircraft in history.
Free parking for auction attendees..
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Viewing Days:
Monday 21st February 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 22nd February 9am - 1pm
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