Description
Description and highlights of this exemplar:
- Rallye VHC preparation completed, ready to return to competition
- 4x4 Cosworth version, iconic rally base from the 1990s
- Small number of rallies tackled, controlled usage
- Vehicle tracked by a dedicated mechanic, international passport valid
Our Ford Sierra Cosworth 4x4 Rallye VHC, first registered on 11 December 1991, today has 99, 486 km on the clock. Originally French, it is registered in France and last changed ownership on 5 October 2019.
This example is presented in a grey exterior colour, paired with a black interior specially configured for competition. The bodywork is generally in fairly good condition. The cabin is clean and functional, with a roll cage in good condition and an interior well maintained. The on-board instrumentation operates correctly.
Powered by the turbocharged Cosworth engine, developing around 245 bhp, paired with a manual gearbox and four-wheel drive, this Sierra is ready to resume competitions immediately. The mechanicals are in excellent working order and perfectly suited to use in rallying, hill climbs or on track days.
Maintenance has been carried out by a dedicated home mechanic, with strict monitoring, especially after each rally or hill climb. Consumables are generally in good condition.
This exemplar benefits from a complete VHC preparation, representing around €25, 000 of works, including notably:
- Suspensions prepared by Mr. Rigolet, Ford Sierra specialist (Chambéry area)
- Gearbox preparation with close-ratio gears
- Group A-spec gearbox of the period imported from England, currently fitted
- Two gearboxes supplied depending on rally configuration
- Adjustable rear suspension imported from England
- Original rear suspension included with the vehicle
- No heavy engine preparation, power gain via exhaust and a slight increase in turbo boost
- Recent bucket seats (2 years)
- Several sets of wheels available
- Note: a slight right-front impact was repaired to professional standards.
The only costs to be expected relate to the periodic validation of the automatic and manual extinguishers (competition requirement)
Vehicle sold without a technical inspection, as it is strictly for competition use. International passport is valid. Considered Group A. The vehicle is supplied with a key, as well as invoices, a photo album documenting its preparation and history, and a CarVertical report.
Model History:
The Ford Sierra Cosworth, a legendary name in the history of sports cars, burst onto the scene in the mid-1980s, revolutionising Ford's performance lineage and challenging the status quo in touring car championships. The model, fitted with a 2. 0-litre turbo engine producing 204 bhp, was launched in March 1986 and had a short but explosive production run ending in 1987.
This formidable machine was born from a collaboration between Ford and Cosworth, the renowned British engineering company. The objective was clear: dominance in Group A touring car racing. The Sierra Cosworth design boasted a large rear wing, a silhouette now iconic and remarkable for its aerodynamic prowess.
During its production, the Sierra Cosworth asserted its supremacy on motor racing circuits, notably under the hands of racing legends such as Andy Rouse, securing several victories in the British Touring Car Championship.
Its performance was not limited to race tracks; it also drew attention on the street, becoming a must-have for performance enthusiasts eager to own a share of racing heritage.
The Sierra Cosworth quickly infiltrated popular culture. Appearing on the powerful television show Top Gear, where hosts praised its handling precision and raw power, it cemented its reputation as a cult classic.
Celebrities, including famous artists of the era, occasionally showcased the vehicle in their lavish music videos, further boosting its appeal.
Despite its brief market presence, the Sierra Cosworth had a monumental impact on the public and left a lasting legacy within Ford's performance division. Widely remembered for its string of victories linked to its cinematic and cultural adventures, the vehicle stands as a testament to Ford's ambition and Cosworth's unparalleled engineering expertise. The Ford Sierra Cosworth is more than just a car; it is a high-revving piece of history that continues to attract car enthusiasts worldwide.
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