29th Nov, 2022 13:00
November 2022 Classics Auction
1971 Ford Escort Mexico with 2.1-litre Cosworth engine
2.1-Litre naturally aspirated Cosworth engine
Registration - HLY 3K
Chassis No. - BFATLY23227
M.O.T. - July 2023
Odometer - 12,591
MKI Mexicos are hot property these days and fetching good money even in standard form. ‘HLY 3K’, however, is anything but standard, as its original 1600cc Kent engine has been supplanted by a normally aspirated Peter Jones Rallying 2.1-litre Cosworth unit that’s fed by a pair of 45 DCOE Weber carburettors. Built to fast road specification over the last 15 years, this relative wolf in sheep’s clothing also boasts a Type 9 five-speed manual gearbox, discs brakes all-round, World Cup cross-member, AVO dampers, limited slip differential, and rides on wide-section Minilite wheels shod with new semi-click tyres. The vendor considers the Cossie powerplant and transmission to be ‘excellent’ and the bodywork, white paintwork and black interior trim to be ‘good’.
The Ford Escort was launched at the 1968 Brussels Motorshow. Acutely aware that the Cortina was in the autumn of its competition career, Ford’s competition department had been developing a race/rally version of the model throughout 1967, and had the Twin-Cam ready to roll at the same time its standard siblings were finding their way onto the public roads. One of the Escort’s most memorable early competition wins, was Hannu Mikkola’s victory on the 1970 London to Mexico World Cup Rally. Never slow to miss a marketing opportunity, Ford used the result to create the now famous special edition Ford Escort Mexico in time for the 1971 season. Built on its own production line at the company’s Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) in Aveley, Essex, its specially strengthened shell was fitted with Rallye Sport suspension and brakes and powered by a 1.6-litre ‘Kent’ engine. The model was even given its own dedicated race series – the Mexico Challenge.
In summary:
- A smartly-presented wolf in sheep’s clothing
- Converted to fast road specification over the last 15 years
- Powered by a 2.1-litre non-turbo Cosworth engine
'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 £25,875
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - HLY 3K
Chassis No. - BFATLY23227
M.O.T. - July 2023
Odometer - 12,591
MKI Mexicos are hot property these days and fetching good money even in standard form. ‘HLY 3K’, however, is anything but standard, as its original 1600cc Kent engine has been supplanted by a normally aspirated Peter Jones Rallying 2.1-litre Cosworth unit that’s fed by a pair of 45 DCOE Weber carburettors. Built to fast road specification over the last 15 years, this relative wolf in sheep’s clothing also boasts a Type 9 five-speed manual gearbox, discs brakes all-round, World Cup cross-member, AVO dampers, limited slip differential, and rides on wide-section Minilite wheels shod with new semi-click tyres. The vendor considers the Cossie powerplant and transmission to be ‘excellent’ and the bodywork, white paintwork and black interior trim to be ‘good’.
The Ford Escort was launched at the 1968 Brussels Motorshow. Acutely aware that the Cortina was in the autumn of its competition career, Ford’s competition department had been developing a race/rally version of the model throughout 1967, and had the Twin-Cam ready to roll at the same time its standard siblings were finding their way onto the public roads. One of the Escort’s most memorable early competition wins, was Hannu Mikkola’s victory on the 1970 London to Mexico World Cup Rally. Never slow to miss a marketing opportunity, Ford used the result to create the now famous special edition Ford Escort Mexico in time for the 1971 season. Built on its own production line at the company’s Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) in Aveley, Essex, its specially strengthened shell was fitted with Rallye Sport suspension and brakes and powered by a 1.6-litre ‘Kent’ engine. The model was even given its own dedicated race series – the Mexico Challenge.
In summary:
- A smartly-presented wolf in sheep’s clothing
- Converted to fast road specification over the last 15 years
- Powered by a 2.1-litre non-turbo Cosworth engine
'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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