Highlights

Comprehensively restored by a well-known UK specialist
Restoration reportedly costing in excess of £50,000
Dry stored since the restoration was completed
Rebuilt 5-speed gearbox fitted, with the original rebuilt 4-speed gearbox included in the sale
UK registered with a valid MOT

The Appeal

The Mk2 Ford Escort RS 2000 is among the most revered sporting Fords ever produced. With its distinctive droop-snoot nose, rear-wheel-drive chassis, and 2.0-litre Pinto engine, it earned its stripes on rally stages across the world and remains one of the most desirable classic Fords on the market today.

This 1980 example has been the subject of a thorough, ground-up restoration carried out approximately seven years ago by a well-known UK specialist, reportedly at a cost in excess of £50,000. The shell was completely stripped and sandblasted before being rebuilt with new panels, while the engine, gearbox, and back axle were all rebuilt. Since completion, the car has been dry stored. A newly rebuilt five-speed gearbox has been fitted for improved long-distance usability, and the original rebuilt four-speed gearbox is included in the sale.

The vendor describes it as looking and driving beautifully. For anyone seeking a well-restored RS 2000 Mk2, this one warrants serious attention.

The vendor says:

"This car is absolutely beautiful inside and out. You won't find a better one in Spain, that's for sure. The money spent on this restoration is well in excess of £50.000. The only reason I am selling this car is to fund another car."

Key Information

Mileage: 90,890 km (indicated)
Country of registration: Spain
Technical inspection status: valid until April 2027
Technical specs: 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol, five-speed manual
Paperwork: Spanish registration paperwork, with Spanish Historic Registration

The Detail

Beautifully presented throughout, a testament to the standard of the restoration work
Export market left-hand drive example
Shell completely stripped and sandblasted during restoration
Rebuilt from the ground up with new panels
All underside components either powder-coated or painted
Engine, gearbox, and back axle all rebuilt
The vendor notes the interior presents very well, with new carpets and seats restored using correct materials
The vendor states everything works as it should and the engine starts on the button
The vendor describes the car as driving very well, with the performance one would expect from the model

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