This very clean original-looking example of a very popular model features white bodywork that’s complemented by a brown Everflex roof and biscuit-coloured cloth interior trim.

There are no signs of corrosion or problems of any kind.

The car has had nine owners to date who have collectively amassed a total of 111,352 miles, but everything would suggest ‘FAR 738T’ has many more miles left to offer its next keeper.

It comes complete with a radio/CD audio system.

The squarer-styled second generation Escort first appeared in January 1975 and remained in production for five years.

The Ghia version brought a new level of luxury to the small car class.