Approximately 80,000 miles, a figure believed to be genuine; registered as both tax and MOT exempt; original 1,597cc CVH engine and desirable 5-speed manual gearboxThis is an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire an early example of Ford's iconic Mk3 Escort XR3i.First registered in August 1983, this early-production car is finished in Sunburst Red with a well-preserved original XR3i cloth interior and factory sunroof.

Representing the golden era of affordable performance hatchbacks, the XR3i remains highly sought after by Ford enthusiasts and collectors alike.Unlike many surviving examples, this XR3i retains its original 1,597cc CVH engine and desirable 5-speed manual gearbox, remaining remarkably true to its factory specification.

Further period features include an Alpine stereo system with rear parcel shelf speakers, complemented by a nostalgic Pepe keyring that perfectly captures the spirit of the 1980s.The Escort was reportedly taken off the road in approximately 1995 to under...