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Highlights
- Recently resprayed
- Comprehensively restored from barn find condition
- Original interior with all factory fittings
- Mechanically overhauled with strong 1.6L Bosch K-Jetronic engine
The Appeal
Ford knew that they weren't quite about to take on the likes of the Golf and 205 in the sales charts when they produced the Escort hot hatch - so they focused instead on refining their offerings into something that little bit more handsomely trimmed and specified. The MK4 Escort was amongst the most refined of the segment and still more than capable of providing sharp handling, charismatic performance and an analogue, organic relationship between driver and road.
This particular 1988 example has been treated to a comprehensive restoration from barn find condition, resulting in a solid, handsome car that's been fully rebuilt and refreshed with new paint and a focus on preserving originality wherever possible. The result is a hugely impressive modern classic that's loaded with character.
This particular 1988 example has been treated to a comprehensive restoration from barn find condition, resulting in a solid, handsome car that's been fully rebuilt and refreshed with new paint and a focus on preserving originality wherever possible. The result is a hugely impressive modern classic that's loaded with character.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1988
- No service history book available
- Two MOT images showing the car’s original mileage of 48,280 km as of 17/03/2025.
- These are official records from the government database
- Car had been sitting unused on land before discovery and restoration
- Restoration photos available
- Additional pictures of respray and preparation work can be provided upon request
The Condition
- Handsomely presented
- Sporty XR3i styling - Factory body kit, alloy wheels, and original details
- Recently resprayed
- The vendor reports that the car is free of corrosion
- Interior in very good condition
- Original seats and all original fittings
- Instruments are clear and legible
- Appears in smart condition for its age
- Original NOS spotlights and their original brackets included.
- Vendor tells us they chose not to install them as they prefer the look without the lights, but the full electrical installation is already in place, so they can be fitted easily
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre MFI (Bosch K-Jetronic) 4-cylinder engine
- 5-Speed Manual Gearbox
- Engine bay looks in fine order
- Thoroughly overhauled
- The vendor notes that it's a fun, engaging drive
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