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1974 | Ford Escort RS 2000

1974 Ford Escort RS2000 Mk. I

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Beschrijving

Few cars capture the spirit of the early 1970s quite like the Ford Escort RS2000. Developed by Ford's Advance Vehicle Operations (AVO) at Aveley, the RS2000 combined the lightweight, rear-wheel-drive Escort platform with a 2.0 litre Pinto engine, creating a wonderfully straightforward performance car with genuine rallying pedigree. Its distinctive four-spoke alloy wheels and sporting stripes gave it a purposeful appearance, while its relative mechanical simplicity made it an appealing alternative to the more complex RS1600. Today, the RS2000 is one of the most recognisable and sought-after members of the classic Ford family, prized for its period styling, engaging driving experience and close association with Ford's competition heritage.

Built in comparatively small numbers, genuine AVO examples are particularly desirable. The RS2000's combination of accessible performance and traditional rear-wheel-drive character has ensured its enduring popularity, with well-documented cars continuing to attract considerable interest among Ford enthusiasts and collectors alike.

The Escort RS2000 offered here presents an appealing opportunity to acquire one of these celebrated fast Fords. The current owner has a lovely and varied collection of motor cars and purchased the Escort quite recently. However, with so many interesting cars to enjoy, he recognises that he is unlikely to use it as much as he would like and has therefore decided to offer it for sale.

The car is well known in AVO circles, having previously been owned and campaigned by Andrew Smith between 1980 and 2010, including participation in historic and classic rallies. Reportedly retaining its matching-numbers engine and original Type 49 AVO bodyshell, it benefits from a full engine rebuild and replacement gearbox, together with more recent servicing and recommissioning. While not presented as a concours example, it offers the considerable appeal of a genuine AVO-built RS2000 with recognised enthusiast provenance and important mechanical work already undertaken. An excellent opportunity to acquire an iconic fast Ford with an interesting history and plenty of character. Consigned by Fraser Smith

Lot details
Year: 1974
Make: Ford
Model: Escort RS2000 Mk. I
Registration: ANW 356M
Chassis No: BFATPS00248
Odometer: 91,979


* Genuine AVO-built RS2000 with original Type 49 shell

* Formerly owned and campaigned by Andrew Smith between 1980 and 2010

* Benefits from a full engine rebuild, replacement gearbox and recent recommissioning

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Technische details

Kenmerken

Merk
Ford
Modelserie
Escort
Model
Escort RS 2000
Code fabrikant
Serie I
Eerste registratie
Niet voorzien
Bouwjaar
1974
Kilometerstand
91.979 mi
Carrosserienummer
Niet voorzien
Motornummer
Niet voorzien
Transmissienummer
Niet voorzien
Aantal eigenaren
Niet voorzien

Technische details

Carrosserie detail
Sedan (2-deurs)
Vermogen (kW/pk)
74/100
Cilinderinhoud (cm³)
1993
Cilinders
4
Deuren
2
Stuur
Rechts
Versnellingsbak
Manueel
Versnellingen
Niet voorzien
Transmissie
Achterkant
Remmen voor
Niet voorzien
Remmen achter
Niet voorzien
Brandstof
Benzine

Individuele configuratie

Kleur
Anders
Kleurbeschrijving van fabrikant
-
Interieurkleur
Anders
Interieur materiaal
Anders

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