£45,000
1979 Ford Escort RS2000 'Group 4' Truly exceptional build with less than 5 miles since completion
United Kingdom • 9 Apr 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a genuine 1979 Ford Escort RS2000, chassis number ‘GCATWE00031’, that has been exhaustively restored to a ‘Group 4’ specification with approximately £85,000 spent. Featuring an Ike Engineering 2.4 litre all steel Pinto engine, Type-9 five-speed gearbox, and AP Racing brakes, the car presents in near-new condition having covered under 5 miles since restoration.
Condition
9
The car has undergone an exhaustive restoration to a 'Group 4' specification, including bodywork, paint, and mechanical components. It has covered under 5 miles since the restoration and is described as being finished to a very high standard, with excellent door gaps and a fantastic underside.
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Manual
Transmission:
GCATWE00031
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
BTG 741T
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Developed in conjunction with Ford of Cologne and launched during January 1976, the Escort MK2 RS2000 was based around a two-door monocoque bodyshell equipped with MacPherson strut front suspension, a leaf-sprung ‘live’ rear axle, rack-and-pinion steering and disc/drum brakes.
Powered by a longitudinally-mounted 2-litre four-cylinder engine allied to four-speed manual transmission, the RS2000 was credited with 110bhp and a 110mph plus top speed.
Many were visually distinguished from other Escorts by a fibreglass snout housing quad headlamps, however, the model could be had in ‘Custom’ for with a non-coned front.
Weighing in at just over 900 kg, the Mk.
II RS2000 benefitted from a lightweight construction, paired with a sport-tuned suspension that enhanced its cornering ability.
The car enjoyed considerable success in motorsport, contributing to Ford's dominance in rallying during the late '70s! Chassis number ‘GCATWE00031’ was manufactured in 1979, being registered new in the Unit...
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£33,000
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£108,000
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Feb 16 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
0 miles
Registration Date
1979-06-01
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 17 2025 with 0 miles
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