Highlights

One of only 2,500 T35 'big turbo' cars built for homologation
Highly sought-after 'Lux' model with full leather upholstery
French car with only 64,100 km on the clock
Only two registered owners in 32 years
Kept in a private collection and still kept in a garage
MOT valid until January 2028
Matching serial numbers confirmed by the seller

The appeal

For discerning enthusiasts, there are Escort RS Cosworths, and then there's the big-turbo Cossie. These early cars were built for homologation with, of course, larger T35 Garrett turbochargers and water injection mounted in the duct behind the rear seats. They are hard to find as only 2,500 were produced.

With its huge rear spoiler and Cosworth-tuned dynamics, the Escort Cosworth is perhaps the last of the 90s Fast Fords, as flashy as it is determined. This 1994 car is one of those T35s, in the seductive 'Lux' configuration and with just 64,000 km put together by its three owners.

It's in very good condition, the blue/green bodywork standing out in the sunlight on the photos and the all-leather interior looking much younger than its age.

The seller tells us that it has been well looked after. He acquired the car from the first owner in 2003 and has stored it in a dry place, using it sparingly since then.

The MOT, valid until January 2028, is a further vote of confidence, with only one minor warning to report.

The seller said:

"The vehicle was bought new from the Paris Pantin Ford dealership; the first owner kept it for a very short time (it skidded on a wet road and was returning it to the dealership). The person I bought it from kept it for 19 years, and I've owned it ever since. It has always been well looked after and all the maintenance has been done. I am a collector, and this vehicle has never been left outside overnight. The rear seats have never carried passengers, the boot has never held any items, the carpets are new, and the spare wheel is the original. The previous owner can be contacted to confirm the service history and verify the low mileage of 64,000km. This model is a rare Luxury specification. It is a T35 model with large turbo.

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History and documents

First registered in France on 4 January 1994
Purchased new from the Paris Pantin Ford dealership
The first owner returned it to the dealer shortly after purchase after slipping on a wet road.
The second owner owned the vehicle for 19 years until around 2003
The current owner has owned the car since 2003
Two registered owners in 32 years
Seller states that maintenance has been carried out throughout the life of the vehicle
We are advised that the previous owner may be contacted to confirm the service history and verify the mileage of 64,100 km.
MOT valid until 18 January 2028 with a minor warning for incorrect fog light adjustment
Matching serial numbers confirmed by the seller
Normal vehicle registration document
Factory manuals
Various old roadworthiness tests included
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Condition

The bodywork is in very good condition
We are told that the bodywork has no defects and that the vehicle has never been involved in an accident
The Blue Green paintwork is described by the seller as being in very good condition
The paint colour turns slightly green in sunlight
The paintwork is in good condition with a refreshed clear coat
The interior is described as close to new
Well maintained Lux leather interior with no reported leather defects
Plastics and dashboard in very good condition
Electric sunroof in perfect working order
Air conditioning fully functional according to the seller
The seller states that the rear seats have never carried passengers
We are told that the boot has never held any objects
The carpets are new, according to the seller
Spare wheel and tyres appear to be original
Well-maintained five-spoke alloy wheels with little wear and tear
The seller states that the tyres are in very good condition
A white stripe added to the top of the windscreen and the car is fitted with a large front spoiler
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Powertrain

2,000cc turbocharged engine with the rare T35 big turbo specification
Five-speed manual gearbox
Seller describes mechanical condition as very good
The seller advises caution: as a T35 big turbo, power arrives abruptly at around 4,200 rpm
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BEFORE BUYING

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✓ The seller is registered as a private seller, which means that consumer rights arising from European consumer protection legislation do not apply. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic's terms and conditions.

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