29th Nov, 2022 13:00
November 2022 Classics Auction
1973 Ford Escort MKI
Completed only 300 miles since build
Registration - ATF 853L
Chassis No. - BBATNB02546
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 300
It is clear that a great deal of time and investment have gone into turning what started life as a humble 1300 XL Escort into a mint competition car, that has apparently travelled under 300 miles since the transformation was completed. The car is finished in white throughout and rides on wide-rim Minilite style wheels that are housed below suitably extended wheelarches. Other external upgrades include sill-mounted jacking points, mudflaps front and rear, 1300 GT-style quarter bumpers, bonnet pins and Mexico badges. Inside can be found a full FIA roll cage, pair of (in-date) OMP bucket seats with four-point harnesses, RMD deep-dished steering wheel, internal brake and fuel lines, and hydraulic handbrake. The boot houses a suitably-caged alloy fuel tank and filler, competition fuel pump and battery, while the under-bonnet area is dominated by a 1700cc Kent Crossflow engine equipped with a pair of twin-choke Weber carburettors, fabricated exhaust manifold and Vulcan alloy rocker cover – a strut brace is also evident. Hidden from sight are a 9” steel back axle with limited slip differential and MKI Mexico Rocket gearbox. The vendor of this apparently pristine machine presently grades the engine and transmission as ‘excellent’, and the bodywork, paintwork and interior trim as ‘good to excellent’. A unique and exciting proposition.
Competition versions of the MKI Escort were international winners in their day, and examples are now a force to be reckoned with in classic rallying and racing events. Genuine AVO and Boreham-built cars are increasingly hard to come by, and expensive when they do come to market, so it makes eminent good sense for enthusiasts to create their own weapons of choice, which is exactly why the sale car was turned from a cooking saloon into a serious rally car.
In summary:
- Fully rebuilt to rally specification less than 300 miles ago
- Presented in apparently immaculate order throughout
- Features a 1700cc Crossflow engine, Rocket gearbox and LSD
'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.
Estimated at £24,000 - £28,000Registration - ATF 853L
Chassis No. - BBATNB02546
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 300
It is clear that a great deal of time and investment have gone into turning what started life as a humble 1300 XL Escort into a mint competition car, that has apparently travelled under 300 miles since the transformation was completed. The car is finished in white throughout and rides on wide-rim Minilite style wheels that are housed below suitably extended wheelarches. Other external upgrades include sill-mounted jacking points, mudflaps front and rear, 1300 GT-style quarter bumpers, bonnet pins and Mexico badges. Inside can be found a full FIA roll cage, pair of (in-date) OMP bucket seats with four-point harnesses, RMD deep-dished steering wheel, internal brake and fuel lines, and hydraulic handbrake. The boot houses a suitably-caged alloy fuel tank and filler, competition fuel pump and battery, while the under-bonnet area is dominated by a 1700cc Kent Crossflow engine equipped with a pair of twin-choke Weber carburettors, fabricated exhaust manifold and Vulcan alloy rocker cover – a strut brace is also evident. Hidden from sight are a 9” steel back axle with limited slip differential and MKI Mexico Rocket gearbox. The vendor of this apparently pristine machine presently grades the engine and transmission as ‘excellent’, and the bodywork, paintwork and interior trim as ‘good to excellent’. A unique and exciting proposition.
Competition versions of the MKI Escort were international winners in their day, and examples are now a force to be reckoned with in classic rallying and racing events. Genuine AVO and Boreham-built cars are increasingly hard to come by, and expensive when they do come to market, so it makes eminent good sense for enthusiasts to create their own weapons of choice, which is exactly why the sale car was turned from a cooking saloon into a serious rally car.
In summary:
- Fully rebuilt to rally specification less than 300 miles ago
- Presented in apparently immaculate order throughout
- Features a 1700cc Crossflow engine, Rocket gearbox and LSD
'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: November 2022 Classics Auction, 29th Nov, 2022
Our November auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester).
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero entry fee and zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Monday 28th November 2pm - 7pm
Tuesday 29th November 9am - 1pm
Mavericks
8 Moyston Road Business Park
Llannerch-y-Môr,
Holywell
CH8 9DQ
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
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