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£33,534

1979 Ford Escort (MK2) RS2000

Collecting Cars • UK • 11 Nov 2026

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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£33,534

1979 Ford Escort (MK2) RS2000

UK • 11 Nov 2026

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1979 Ford Escort RS2000 is a heavily modified performance coupe with an upgraded engine, brakes, and suspension, presented in red with a black roof. It boasts a clean MOT history and comes with extensive documentation, making it an exciting prospect for enthusiasts.

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Condition 

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The car has a clean MOT history with no advisories, indicating good mechanical condition. However, the description mentions it is a 'significantly modified example' and 'comprehensively enhanced', which often implies some wear or imperfections that might not be immediately visible or detailed in the provided text. The odometer reading is also not warranted. Without visual inspection or more specific details on cosmetic condition, 'Very Good' seems appropriate.

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91,942 miles

CAY 715T

1979

Auction

Manual

RHD

United Kingdom

£33,534

1979 Ford Escort (MK2) RS2000

Collecting Cars • UK • 11 Nov 2026

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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Description

Key facts This Mk2 Ford Escort RS2000 is a highly engaging modern classic performance coupe, presented as a significantly modified example of the revered second-generation Escort.

It is powered by a modified 2.0-litre naturally aspirated Pinto inline-four, driving the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.

First registered in January 1979, this example has been with the seller for 13 and a half years.

The odometer indicates 91,942 miles, though this is not warranted.

Equipment and features This Mk2 Escort RS2000 has been extensively modified with a high-compression, fuel-injected Pinto engine, uprated brakes, suspension, and a full stainless steel exhaust system, transforming it into a potent performance machine.

It is finished in red with a contrasting black vinyl roof, over a black vinyl and cloth-trimmed interior.

It rides on 15-inch four-spoke RS alloy wheels finished in gloss-black with machined faces and lips, fitted with Uniroyal Rain

Sport 5 tyres.

The engine...

Price Analysis vs Other Escort Mark 2 RS2000s

£14,000

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£33,040

Median Price (Since 2020)

£68,608

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Mid-Market

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Average Price

Compared to historical records, the sale price placed this vehicle squarely in the mid-market for the Escort Mark 2 RS2000.

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Previous Escort Mark 2 RS2000 Sales

MOT Information

Expired

Expired on 10th Jun 2025

Latest MOT mileage:

91,252 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 11th Jun 2024, 91,252 miles


Passed

On 7th Jun 2023, 88,533 miles


Passed

On 8th Jun 2022, 85,160 miles


Passed

On 10th Jun 2021, 82,788 miles


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