Highlights
- Originally a French-market example, now registered on UK plates and located in Spain
- Extensive history file accompanies the car, we are told
- MOT valid until July 2026 with no advisories
- Recently serviced with cambelt change and new suspension fitted all round, we are told
- The vendor describes the condition as very good and original throughout
The Appeal
The Ford Sierra RS Cosworth is a high-performance legend born out of motorsport necessity. Built by Ford Europe to meet FIA Group A homologation rules, it combines a standard Sierra bodysuit with a formidable 2.0-litre turbocharged 16-valve engine engineered by Cosworth. Instantly recognisable by its dramatic, wind tunnel-tested 'whale tail' rear spoiler, this rear-wheel-drive icon dominated both touring car tracks and rally stages globally in the late 1980s. Today, it remains highly coveted by collectors for its raw, unassisted driving dynamics and profound impact on 1980s car culture.
This 1986 example was originally supplied to the French market, and according to a previous listing, it remained with its original owner until it was imported to the UK in September 2022. It is now located in Spain, registered on UK plates. With 69,301 km on the odometer, the vendor describes it as being in very good and original condition throughout. An extensive history file reportedly accompanies the car, and recent mechanical work includes a service, cambelt change, and new suspension fitted all round, we are told.
Key Information
- Mileage: 69,301 km indicated
- Country of registration: UK-registered, located in Spain
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 21 July 2026, no advisories
- Technical specs: 204hp 2.0-litre turbocharged ‘YBB’ inline-four engine, five-speed manual transmission
- Paperwork: V5C supplied; extensive history file reported
The Detail
- Moonstone Blue paintwork
- 15-inch cross-spoke alloy wheels; spare wheel supplied
- Grey fabric interior with patterned seat and door card inserts
- Recaro seats
- Ford-branded cassette stereo
- The vendor states the car drives very well
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