Vehicle Specifications

Make:
Ford
Model:
Escort
Year:
1985
Mileage:
15,878
Fuel:
Petrol
Engine, cm3
1600
Horsepower (hp):
132
Condition:
Used
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This 1985 Ford Escort RS Turbo is a very well-preserved example of the revered 1980s performance car, with only 15,878 km shown on the odometer. Benefiting from oil and spark plug changes during the seller’s ownership, it represents a fantastic opportunity for a discerning collector, and would make an exciting modern classic weekend toy for a keen driver.

15,878 Km
manual
LHD
Diamond White
Grey Cloth
1.6L
VIN
WF0BXXGCABFM89455

KEY FACTS

This 1985 Ford Escort RS Turbo is a very well-preserved example of the revered 1980s performance car, which is offered with particularly low mileage from new
Power comes from the four-cylinder turbocharged 1.6 litre CVH engine producing around 132bhp, mated to an engaging five-speed manual self-locking gearbox.
The odometer shows 15,878 km, which the seller believes is accurate.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

This RS Turbo is finished in Diamond White, accented by blue gradient stripes along both flanks, blue ‘RS’ emblems on the wings, and blue badging on the boot lid.
Inside, the Recaro seats are upholstered in grey crushed velour with Monza seat centre panels and blue accents.
It rides on 15-inch seven-spoke wheels, wrapped in Michelin MXV tyres.
Equipment includes front-mounted spotlights, a sunroof, a three-spoke steering wheel, a heated rear screen, and electric windows.
Accompanying the vehicle will be its owner’s manuals and maintenance book, and various registration documents.

CONDITION

Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
Specific notes from the seller include: imperfections on the front-left fender; four small marks on the right-side door; a small crack in the rear wing; two small scratches on the left-rear fender; a small scratch on the front spoiler; a small hole in the exhaust pipe; the timing belt has never been changed; the original boot struts need to be replaced.
The car’s last technical inspection was reportedly completed in December 1989 at 14,418 km.

SERVICE HISTORY

The engine oil and spark plugs have been changed during the seller’s custody.
Prior to this, the last recorded service was in December 1989 at 14,418 km by the Ford dealer Reggio Calabria.

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