1985 Ford Escort Estate 1.3 L ***NO RESERVE*** Rare survivor of the once-ubiquitous load lugger
Lot 18
1985 Ford Escort Estate 1.3 L ***NO RESERVE*** Rare survivor of the once-ubiquitous load lugger
Registration – B587 CLG
Chassis No. – WF0NXXGCANEL23153
M.O.T. – NO
Odometer – 48,292
Ford’s Mk3 Escort estate used to be a common sight on British roads, but very few survive today in largely original trim. First registered in 1985, this 1.3 L example presents in pale blue with matching blue cloth interior and shows a recorded 48,292 miles, believed correct and supported by the car’s overall condition.
The paintwork appears largely original and retains a pleasing, honest patina, while the cabin is wonderfully period with its blue cloth seats, simple dashboard and four-spoke steering wheel. Under the bonnet sits Ford’s 1.3-litre Kent engine driving the front wheels through a manual gearbox – a straightforward and easily serviced drivetrain that helped make these cars so popular in period.
The Escort is offered with a selection of MOT certificates, invoices and notes detailing maintenance and parts purchases over the years, providing a useful record of expenditure and care.
The car is currently without an MOT, so will require inspection before returning to the road, but as an increasingly scarce, low-mileage Mk3 Escort estate, it represents an appealing opportunity for the Ford enthusiast seeking a usable, time-warp survivor.
ChatGPT said:
Rare surviving Mk3 Escort estate 1.3 L in largely original condition
Just 48,292 miles indicated, supported by overall presentation and history
Supplied with a file of MOT certificates, invoices and maintenance notes
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