1974 Ford Escort MK1 RS2000

55 586 EUR

1974 Ford Escort MK1 RS2000

55 586 EUR
  • Model
    Ford Escort MK1 RS2000
  • Year
    1974
  • Condition
    Used
  • Body Type
    n/a
  • Fuel Type
    n/a
  • Power
    n/a
  • Mileage
    n/a
  • Address
    The Forge, Harwoods House, Banbury Road, Ashorne, Warwickshire, CV35 0AA
  • Country
    United Kingdom
  • Published
    Jul 23, 2025
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VIN
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Color
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Metallic
No
Engine
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Engine Number
N/A
Chassis Number
N/A
Gearbox
Manual
Steering Wheel
N/A
Drive Wheels
N/A
1st Reg. Country
N/A
Doors
N/A
Interior Color
N/A
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Description

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, Online Auction - 31st July on Thursday the 31st of July. Background:Developed by Ford’s Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) division, the Mk1 Escort RS2000 was introduced as a performance road car with real motorsport potential. Featuring a 2.0-litre Pinto engine, unique styling cues, and suspension derived from Ford’s rally efforts, the RS2000 quickly built a reputation as one of the most rewarding drivers’ cars of its era. With a light footprint and simple mechanicals, it became a staple of both fast road driving and grassroots competition – and remains highly regarded by enthusiasts today.
The Car:Registered in 1974, this example has become well known within the RS and AVO communities. It was restored by Kerry Searle, the AVO Owners Club registrar, to an exceptionally high standard and later owned by the VAO Owners Club President. With a recorded mileage of 28,891 miles, the car is supported by MOT certificates dating back to 1981, lending strong credibility to the mileage displayed.
In February 1993, the car was featured in Popular Classics magazine – a copy of which is included with the vehicle.
The RS2000 is presented in Daytona Yellow with Custom Pack cloth interior, factory-correct RS alloys, and a full set of Dunlop SP Sport Aquajets, including the unused matching spare. The factory toolkit and jack remain in the boot.
Recent maintenance includes:

New genuine Weber carburettor (correct specification)

New brake linings from Burton Power

Oil and air filters replaced

Recent oil change

New points and NGK plugs (period correct)

Mechanically, the car remains close to factory specification with no known performance modifications. Panel fit, body lines, and overall finish reflect the quality of its previous restoration, while the condition of the interior, paintwork, and brightwork supports its concours credentials. Although it hasn’t been campaigned in recent shows, only minimal preparation would be required for future concours participation.
The car has been in the current ownership for over 14 years and has been kept in climate-controlled storage throughout.
Documentation includes:

RSOC concours logbook and photos

MOT history back to 1981

Magazine feature

Service records and receipts

Both keys

Location: WorcestershireSeller: PrivatePhotography: Professional

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