Highlights
- Iconic 1990s rally homologation feature with rising collector value
- Full service carried out in 2025, including the clutch disc, pump and steering rack
- Timing belt replaced at 134,000 km in 2023
- Repainted in 2022
- MOT valid until January 2027
The Appeal
Pauces cars capture the raw excitement of 1990s rallying as well as the Ford Escort RS Cosworth. Designed to homologate Ford’s Group A rally weapon, this four-wheel-drive turbo icon has become a legend both on stages and in town, with its distinctive whale-tail rear wing and its aggressive stance that make it instantly recognisable. Today, these cars are enjoying renewed interest from collectors, values rising steadily as enthusiasts recognise their place in motorsport history.
This France-registered example presents an attractive opportunity to acquire a RS Cosworth that has benefited from recent investment and care. Repainted in 2022, the car presents well with its black finish, while the interior is noted as being in very good condition. More importantly, the mechanical side has benefited from significant attention, with a full service in 2025 including a new clutch disc, a pump and a steering loom, while the crucial timing belt was replaced at 134,000 km in 2023. The seller notes that the car runs well after a recent geometric adjustment, with brakes and tyres reported as healthy.
The documentation includes the service book with records from the start up to 2001, as well as invoices for the recent timing belt, the clutch and maintenance work. The car is supplied with its original French documents, corresponding serial numbers and a normal registration type. With MOT valid until January 2027, this RS Cosworth is ready to deliver the intense driving experience that made these cars famous, whether for driving pleasure or as a valued addition to a collection.
History and Paperwork
- 1995 example registered in France
- Matching VINs confirmed
- Normal V5C logbook
- Service book available from commissioning up to 2001
- Invoices available for the recent timing belt, the clutch and maintenance work
- Original French documents present
- MOT valid until January 2027
- The odometer shows 36,415 km on its five‑digit display, the true mileage presumed higher
Condition
- Preserves the iconic two‑piece spoiler and original alloy wheels
- Sunroof fitted
- The glossy black bodywork is still clearly present
- Very light scratches on the rear hatch
- Interior in very good condition
- Cloth seats in good condition
The Mechanics
- 2.0-litre engine (2,000 cc)
- Five-speed manual gearbox
- Four-wheel drive
- OMP exhaust
- Maintenance carried out in 2025 reportedly included oil changes, the clutch, the pump and the steering box
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