First registered in April 1982; pre Injection; Covering just 33,802 miles on new engine after being replaced at 86,750 miles; 2 former keepers; completely original; 3 door; large amount of invoices and handbooks includedThe Ford Escort XR3 is one of the most recognisable hot hatches of the 1980s, combining sporting looks with lively performance and becoming a firm favourite with a generation of enthusiasts.

Increasingly rare today, original, low-owner examples are particularly appealing.First registered in April 1982, this three-door Escort XR3 is powered by the 1,597cc engine paired with a five-speed manual gearbox and is finished in attractive metallic blue with the distinctive XR3 sports interior.

The odometer currently displays 33,802 miles, which appears to be the mileage covered by the replacement engine, with the speedometer seemingly reset when the engine was changed.

The car has had just one former keeper before the current vendor, who has owned it since August 2019.The ven...