A 29-year-old Ford Escort capable of 150mph has sold for more than £81,000 – more than double its original price.
The 1996 Escort RS Cosworth Lux had just one owner and only 22,744 miles on the clock.
Originally priced at around £20,000 – roughly £40,000 today after inflation – only 2,500 of these legendary cars were ever made, instantly recognisable by their iconic whale tail rear spoiler.
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The rally-type car can hit 0-60mph in just 5.9 seconds, with a top speed of 150mph, as reported by Whats The Jam.
Ahead of the sale, the listing read: “With just 22,744 miles, one former keeper and finished in desirable Imperial Blue, this RS Cosworth Lux is undoubtedly collector quality.
“The car was first registered on 23 February 1996 and displays only one former keeper.
“The Escort benefits from a recommission by marque expert, Grahame Goode, in 2022 following years off the road in storage.
“Over £6,000 was spent at the time including attention to the brakes, fuel tank, driveshafts, new tyres and a service, all fully detailed in the car’s history file, which we encourage all interested parties to go through.
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“The original dealer’s book pack is also included in the history file along with the stamped service book, sundry invoices showing investment over the years, previous MOTs and the Cosworth is also supplied with both sets of keys.
“This is very good Ford in every respect, with just a single previous recorded owner and a low but useable mileage, ensuring it can still be ‘exercised’ on the right days, reminding its lucky owner just how well they perform and why they have become so sought after.”
The rare vehicle sold for £81,563 at Iconic Auctioneers on Saturday (23 Aug) at Silverstone, Northants.
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