Vehicle details
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Escort
- Year
- 1983
- Mileage
- 39,965 miles
- Engine
- 1.6L
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Body Style
- Hatchback
- Colour
- Red
THE LISTING
About this vehicle
1983 Ford Escort RS 1600i - Show Winning Example For Sale - only 39k miles £52,500.00 Make Ford Model Escort Year 1983 Transmission -- Fuel Petrol Engine Size 1,597 ccm Mileage 39,965 Miles Emission class -- BriefViewing by appointment only
We are delighted to present this exceptional 1983 Ford Escort RS1600i, finished in the iconic Sunburst Red.
With just 39,965 miles, this show-winning RS1600i has been a cherished example, regularly entered into concours competitions & presented today in outstanding condition.
A truly special example of one of Ford’s most desirable 1980s homologation hot hatches.
First registered 01/09/1983
Just 39,965 miles
Big history file
2x quantity keys
Original dealer-supplied booklets in original sleeve
Fantastic interior condition
Shark Grey crushed velour interior
Correct ‘waffle’ floor mats
Period correct Dunlop SP Super Sport D4 tyres fitted
Beautiful underside condition
Show-winning example – 1st Place at Regional Day
An opportunity to purchase an RS1600i like this one does not come along often, many more pictures available upon request.
History
Originally supplied new by H&J Quick Ltd of Old Trafford, Manchester, this RS1600i was first registered to a florist in Shoreditch.
It has had just 5 former keepers in its 42-year history.
Accompanying the car is a great history file including its original dealer booklets, neatly preserved in the supplying dealer sleeve.
Service & MOT History dating back to almost new is within the history file, up until the car was taken off the road, the car will have a fresh service & MOT at point of sale & of course has to pass Appreciating Classics comprehensive PDI requirments so you can rest assured the car is every bit as good as you would hope.
Ready to join a collection for display or indeed ready to be enjoyed on dry & high days.
Body & Paintwork
Finished in the iconic Sunburst Red, the paintwork is presented in great condition throughout.
Having lived most of its life as a showpiece, the bodywork presents very well as you would fully hope.
All trims& decals are in superb order, as are all badges.
All glass appears to be original & has the registration etched, the boot spoiler is excellent without the usual ‘sagging’ that they suffer with.
The front lower spoiler is a NOS piece & as such present as brand new, as do all the (correct) driving lamps.
Wheels are unmarked & are fitted with period correct Dunlop D4 tyres.
A really excellent example.
Interior & Trim
Inside, the RS1600i retains its factory Shark Grey crushed velour seats, which remain in remarkable condition, showing minimal wear.
The factory options of electric windows, rear seat belts & a radio cassette player are all still in place of course.
The steering wheel, gear knob, pedal rubbers & handbrake lever are all in excellent condition, as are the carpets & the correct ‘waffle mats’
Dash is uncracked & all switchgear is excellent.
As you can see from the pictures, this is a truly fantastic car.
Engine
As can clearly be seen from the pictures, this RS 1600i presents beautifully under the bonnet.
Still fitted with the original twin coil setup, this 1600i runs extremely well, be it from cold or when warm, starting with the first turn of the key & idling exactly as it should do.
A lovely quiet engine on cold start, with no smoke either on idle, or when on the road.
Smooth performance through the rev range without any hesitations.
Running Gear
The underside is truly immaculate & presents as well as the rest of the car. Having had a underside restoration this car is arguably better than when it left the Ford factory 42 years ago.
This car remains in original specification, even down to its period-correct Dunlop SP Super Sport D4 tyres, underlining its concours-winning pedigree. Appreciating Classics Limited Taking pride in offering the best retro & classic performance cars to like minded enthusiasts. 015 08521374 015 08521374 015 08521374 Email Email Visit our Website Appreciating Classics Loddon Industrial Estate Norwich Norfolk NR14 6JD Monday 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM Tuesday 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM Wednesday 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM Thursday 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM Friday 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed We are always happy to accommodate viewings out of hours at your convenience. Visit our eBay Showroom Reasons to buy from us
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Vehicle specification
- Make: Ford
- Model: Escort
- Year: 1983
- Mileage: 39965
- Engine: 1597
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Body Style: Hatchback
- Colour: Red
Important information
This vehicle is advertised by an independent eBay seller. The information shown has been taken from the seller's listing. Please review the original eBay advert for the complete description, condition, history, photographs and terms of sale before purchasing.