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£14,111

1988 Ford Fiesta XR2

Evoke Classics • UK • 31 Mar 2026

Market Position:

Upper Mid-Market

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£14,111

1988 Ford Fiesta XR2

UK • 31 Mar 2026 • Lot 1409

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1998 Ford Fiesta XR2 is a beautifully restored, low-mileage example of a classic hot hatch, featuring a rebuilt engine and original interior. With just 400 miles since its full bare-metal restoration in 2019, it combines desirable looks, genuine performance, and collectible appeal, making it perfect for weekend drives or a classic car collection.

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Condition 

8

The car is described as being in excellent condition following a bare-metal respray and engine rebuild. The interior is original and in excellent condition, and the exterior trim is also in excellent order. There is minimal wear, and the car has been garaged since restoration. Minor reconditioning may be required to bring it to pristine condition.

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5,000 miles

F100 XCM

United Kingdom

Manual

1988

Auction

£14,111

1988 Ford Fiesta XR2

Evoke Classics • UK • 31 Mar 2026

Market Position:

Upper Mid-Market

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Description

Description Beautifully presented Previous bare metal repaint Rebuilt engine 5k mileage since rebuild Original interior Always garaged HPI Clear Classic hot hatch perfection Few cars capture the fun, fizz, and character of the 1990s hot hatch era quite like the Ford Fiesta XR2.

Compact, sharp, and bursting with energy, this XR2 is a lovingly restored, low-mileage survivor that ticks all the boxes for enthusiasts seeking a genuine, usable classic.

With just 400 miles covered in six years, it’s a rare chance to own a Fiesta XR2 that still feels fresh from the restoration.

Background Sought-after and rare The XR2 represents the golden era of analogue hot hatches - light, lively, and brimming with personality.

Good, Mk2 XR2s are increasingly rare, making cars like this highly desirable 1998 Ford Fiesta XR2 Owned for 6 years, lightly used (400 miles since restoration) Full bare-metal restoration completed 2019 – photographic record included All running gear replaced or refurbished durin...

Price Analysis vs Other Fiesta XR2s

£410

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£11,363

Median Price (Since 2020)

£31,624

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Previous Fiesta XR2 Sales

MOT Information

Expired

Expired on 11th Jul 2026

Latest MOT mileage:

4,969 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 12th Jul 2025, 4,969 miles


Passed

On 12th Jul 2024, 4,946 miles


Passed

On 4th Jul 2023, 4,934 miles


Passed

On 21st Aug 2021, 4,909 miles


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429-431 Rainham Road South, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 8XE, England

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