23rd Nov, 2021 13:00
November 2021 Classics Auction
1989 Ford Escort XR3i Convertible
Registration - F410 WRE
Chassis No. - WFOLXXGKALKP29306
M.O.T. - August 2022
Odometer - 52,000
When the vendor purchased this very pretty Escort three years ago it had already benefited from having a new fuel tank, carpets and other items. However, the degree of refurbishment has been subsequently raised to a whole new level and the car is now considered by him to have ‘excellent’ bodywork, paintwork and interior trim and ‘good’ engine and transmission. The extensive work has included the replacement of the black electric hood, a full respray in the original colour of turquoise, refurbished leather/cloth seats, new door seals and the fitment of four fresh Yokohama tyres to the Ford’s multi-spoke alloy wheels. The indicated mileage of just 52,000 is believed to be genuine.
The MKIII Escort launched in 1983 was a very different proposition from its predecessors, whose DNA lay in the Anglia of yesteryear. The newcomer was intended to be a hi-tech, high-efficiency design capable of competing head on with Volkswagen’s ever improving Golf. The most radical departure from previous models was the switch from rear to front wheel drive. However, everything else was new too – power came from a fresh range of CVH (Compound Value angle, Hemispherical chamber) engines, and independent rear suspension replaced the previous semi-elliptic cart-style layout. From the outset a ‘hot hatch version was created to target the Golf GTi – the XR3 was born. Two years later fuel injection turned the model into the XR3i and a cabriolet version was introduced for the first time. Made by German coachbuilder Karmann, it was Ford’s first drop-top car since the Corsair of the ‘60s and was initially available in Ghia or XR3i guise. The MKIV Escort of 1986 was more gentle evolution than revolution.
In summary:
- A well-presented, apparently low mileage example
- The subject of much recent refurbishment
- The work has included a new electric hood, tyres and a respray
'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 £5,000 - £7,000Registration - F410 WRE
Chassis No. - WFOLXXGKALKP29306
M.O.T. - August 2022
Odometer - 52,000
When the vendor purchased this very pretty Escort three years ago it had already benefited from having a new fuel tank, carpets and other items. However, the degree of refurbishment has been subsequently raised to a whole new level and the car is now considered by him to have ‘excellent’ bodywork, paintwork and interior trim and ‘good’ engine and transmission. The extensive work has included the replacement of the black electric hood, a full respray in the original colour of turquoise, refurbished leather/cloth seats, new door seals and the fitment of four fresh Yokohama tyres to the Ford’s multi-spoke alloy wheels. The indicated mileage of just 52,000 is believed to be genuine.
The MKIII Escort launched in 1983 was a very different proposition from its predecessors, whose DNA lay in the Anglia of yesteryear. The newcomer was intended to be a hi-tech, high-efficiency design capable of competing head on with Volkswagen’s ever improving Golf. The most radical departure from previous models was the switch from rear to front wheel drive. However, everything else was new too – power came from a fresh range of CVH (Compound Value angle, Hemispherical chamber) engines, and independent rear suspension replaced the previous semi-elliptic cart-style layout. From the outset a ‘hot hatch version was created to target the Golf GTi – the XR3 was born. Two years later fuel injection turned the model into the XR3i and a cabriolet version was introduced for the first time. Made by German coachbuilder Karmann, it was Ford’s first drop-top car since the Corsair of the ‘60s and was initially available in Ghia or XR3i guise. The MKIV Escort of 1986 was more gentle evolution than revolution.
In summary:
- A well-presented, apparently low mileage example
- The subject of much recent refurbishment
- The work has included a new electric hood, tyres and a respray
'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 2021 Classics Auction, 23rd Nov, 2021
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take place in the Concorde Hangar at Manchester Airport's Runway Visitor Park.
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