For many among the army of fast Ford enthusiasts the Sierra Cosworth remains the holy grail.

The problem 35 years on from the car’s introduction is finding an honest example with acceptable mileage.

Well for some lucky collector, ‘D489 GDD’ should provide the solution, as it is a completely original, two-owner car with a warranted total mileage to date of just 35,000.

Supplied new by Bristol Street Motors in 1987, the Cossie is finished in white and trimmed in grey cloth.

It was apparently driven regularly until 2010, since when it has been stored as part of two successive collections, including the incomparable Bonkers* one.

This splendid example of a much loved breed has just been treated to a service that included the replacement of the all-important cam belt, plus its fuel filter etc.

The Sierra comes complete with its original-specification Ford alarm and stereo system, full set of Dunlop Sport-shod period correct alloy wheels, and glass tilt/slide sunroof.

It is also accom...