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Winning bid
€9,900

1983 Ford Escort RS 1600i

Highlights

  • High-quality glass-out respray in original Ford Strato Silver
  • Good history file with French and UK inspection documentation verifying the mileage
  • Registered in Ireland
  • Only 66,208 Kilometres (41,139 Miles) 

The Appeal

The Ford Escort RS 1600i is a special keystone in the world of the Fast Ford. Launched in 1982 as the fuel-injected successor to the RS 2000, it paired the Bosch K-Jetronic injection system with the CVH engine in the iconic Mk3 Escort shell, complete with its distinctive aerodynamic body kit. It's little wonder enthusiasts still clamour for these characterful machines. 
This 1983 example, finished in its original Ford Strato Silver, has benefited from enthusiast ownership. It has received a glass-out respray in its factory colour, and the interior has been re-trimmed in original specification fabric. Aside from a stainless steel exhaust, the car is reported to be standard and unmodified.

Accompanied by French vehicle test documentation from 2004 onwards and UK MOT history from 2020 to 2023, both verifying the mileage. Having recently completed a 100+ km classic car run and show without fault, this RS 1600i presents as a well-sorted example ready for its next custodian.
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Key Information

  • Mileage: 66,208 km (verified by French and UK periodic inspection documentation)
  • Country of registration: Ireland
  • Technical inspection status: exempt
  • Technical specs: 1,600cc four-cylinder petrol, 5-speed manual transmission
  • Paperwork: history file including French vehicle test documentation from 2004, UK MOT history from 2020 to 2023, and invoices for work carried out

The Detail

  • Glass-out respray undertaken in original Ford Strato Silver, with images of the process in the history file
  • Interior seats re-trimmed in original specification fabric
  • Steering wheel re-trimmed in leather
  • Cam belt and water pump replaced
  • Stainless steel exhaust fitted, the only modification from standard
  • All bumpers, splitter, spoiler, overriders and spotlights in place and reported to be in very good order
  • The vendor reports that the underside is solid with no signs of previous repair
  • Carpets and interior trim appear to be in good order
  • Original rear parcel shelf in place with no speaker holes
  • Small cracks noted in the dashboard
  • All instruments reported to be in working order
  • Original Ford specification radio cassette and a later Blaupunkt radio cassette both supplied with the car
  • Electric aerial reported to be fully operational
  • Original supplying Ford dealership sticker still present in the rear window
  • Vendor says the vehicle 'runs and drives well, but a CO tune at next service could help it reach 100%'
  • While some photos previous UK plates, the car will be sold with its current Irish registration 
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This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind. 
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Winning bid
€9,900
Sold

Auction Details

  • Year1983
  • MakeFord
  • ModelEscort
  • ColourSilver
  • Odometer66,208 Kilometres
  • Engine size1600cc
  • TransmissionManual, 5 speed
  • Steering positionLeft Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownCo. Galway
  • CountryIreland
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

17 Bids

philipp••••
Bid
€9,900
08/07/26
zaza130••••
Bid
€9,800
08/07/26
philipp••••
Bid
€9,700
08/07/26
zaza130••••
Bid
€9,600
08/07/26
philipp••••
Bid
€9,500
08/07/26
zaza130••••
Bid
€9,400
08/07/26
mitch14••••
Bid
€9,300
07/07/26
ida_mar••••
Bid
€7,500
07/07/26
zaza130••••
Bid
€6,900
07/07/26
jason j••••
Bid
€6,800
07/07/26

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