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£17,040

1988 Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 2

United Kingdom • 29 May 2026 • Lot 1481

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a remarkably original, unmodified 1988 Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 2 with genuine low mileage and a documented single-family history. It presents as an exceptional find for collectors, boasting its original paint (with one minor repaint), interior, and an advisory-free MOT.
This RS Turbo is highly sought after due to its untouched condition and extensive history, making it a rare opportunity for enthusiasts looking for an authentic example of this iconic turbocharged classic.

Condition

9

The car is described as being in "truly exceptional, original condition throughout" with "remarkably original S2" condition. It has genuine low mileage, single family ownership, and an advisory-free MOT. While the original exhaust is showing its age and the offside front wing was repainted by Ford, these are minor points in an otherwise outstandingly preserved vehicle.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

[Chassis No]

Odometer:

77,000 miles

Reg Number:

E114 GTL

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Description Reserve Lowered Single family ownership example V5 showing 1 previous owner - our vendor's father In truly exceptional, original condition throughout Advisory free MOT until December 2026 Genuine 77,000 miles from new HPI Clear Sharp, aggressive and unmistakably turbocharged, the RS Turbo became an icon of the era.

Coveted then and still hugely desirable today.

Finding one is easy.

Finding one like this is not.

Unmodified and supported by a fully stamped Ford service book, this remarkably original S2 represents exactly the sort of car enthusiasts and collectors spend years searching for.

History & Ownership Finished in Rosso Red with Raven cloth trim, this RS Turbo has covered 77,300 miles from new supported by its original fully stamped Ford main dealer service book.

Even more impressive is the ownership story.

Just one previous keeper Purchased new in 1988 by the vendor’s father from a Ford dealer in Gainsborough Remained within the same family ever since Transferr...