1st Oct, 2023 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1985 Ford Escort RS Turbo S1
Comprehensive history file including MOT certificates from 1993-present
Registration - B702 MTJ
Chassis No - WF0BXXGCABFU63508
M.O.T. - February 2024
Odometer - 81,600
As with many other members of the fast Ford clan, demand for Escort RS Turbos seems to be increasing rather than waning, and good examples are keenly sought by a knowledgeable group of enthusiasts. The matching numbers example on offer is one of the rare B registration models. ‘B702 MTJ’ has been in the vendor’s care since last November, prior to which it had belonged to a friend of his for no less than 18 years, the last 14 of which were spent dry stored in a Carcoon. Since emerging from its slumbers, it has been treated to replacement floor pans and driver’s side inner wing. The Ford has also been treated to a full underseal by Paul’s Classic Car Restoration of Mansfield, plus: the replacement of the cam belt and water pump; an oil and filter service; renewal of the brake fluid; and a full refurbishment of the Firestone-shod seven-spoke RS alloy wheels. The vendor now regards the Escort’s five-speed manual transmission, bodywork and white paintwork as ‘excellent’ and the turbo engine and grey cloth upholstery as ‘good’. It is now being offered complete with full Scorpion stainless steel exhaust, Koni suspension, Samco engine hoses, strut brace, factory-fitted sunroof, boost gauge, Pioneer sound system, a large folder of receipts for service and maintenance, and every MOT certificate dating back to 1993, plus a current certificate valid into February next year.
Debuted in October 1984, the MK3 Escort-based Series 1 RS Turbo went on sale the following spring. The initial plan was to build the 5,000 required for Group A homologation. However, following better than expected demand, a total of 8,604 were eventually created, 5,000 of which were reserved for the UK market. Power for the model came courtesy of a 1597cc version of the company’s CVH engine, force fed by a Garrett AiResearch T3 turbocharger. The resulting peak output was 132bhp at 6,000rpm – sufficient to achieve the 0-60mph sprint in 7.8 seconds and 128mph flat out.
In summary:
- A well-presented B registration Series 1 model
- Displaying 81,657 total miles; in previous ownership for 18 years
- Comes fully serviced and complete with history file and current MOT
'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 £25,000 - £30,000Registration - B702 MTJ
Chassis No - WF0BXXGCABFU63508
M.O.T. - February 2024
Odometer - 81,600
As with many other members of the fast Ford clan, demand for Escort RS Turbos seems to be increasing rather than waning, and good examples are keenly sought by a knowledgeable group of enthusiasts. The matching numbers example on offer is one of the rare B registration models. ‘B702 MTJ’ has been in the vendor’s care since last November, prior to which it had belonged to a friend of his for no less than 18 years, the last 14 of which were spent dry stored in a Carcoon. Since emerging from its slumbers, it has been treated to replacement floor pans and driver’s side inner wing. The Ford has also been treated to a full underseal by Paul’s Classic Car Restoration of Mansfield, plus: the replacement of the cam belt and water pump; an oil and filter service; renewal of the brake fluid; and a full refurbishment of the Firestone-shod seven-spoke RS alloy wheels. The vendor now regards the Escort’s five-speed manual transmission, bodywork and white paintwork as ‘excellent’ and the turbo engine and grey cloth upholstery as ‘good’. It is now being offered complete with full Scorpion stainless steel exhaust, Koni suspension, Samco engine hoses, strut brace, factory-fitted sunroof, boost gauge, Pioneer sound system, a large folder of receipts for service and maintenance, and every MOT certificate dating back to 1993, plus a current certificate valid into February next year.
Debuted in October 1984, the MK3 Escort-based Series 1 RS Turbo went on sale the following spring. The initial plan was to build the 5,000 required for Group A homologation. However, following better than expected demand, a total of 8,604 were eventually created, 5,000 of which were reserved for the UK market. Power for the model came courtesy of a 1597cc version of the company’s CVH engine, force fed by a Garrett AiResearch T3 turbocharger. The resulting peak output was 132bhp at 6,000rpm – sufficient to achieve the 0-60mph sprint in 7.8 seconds and 128mph flat out.
In summary:
- A well-presented B registration Series 1 model
- Displaying 81,657 total miles; in previous ownership for 18 years
- Comes fully serviced and complete with history file and current MOT
'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: The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 1st Oct, 2023
Our October auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes.
Viewing Days:
Saturday 30th September, 1pm - 7pm
Sunday 1st October, 9am - 12 noon
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