£29,744 • £22,000 - £27,000
1974 Ford Escort RS2000 Mk. I
United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026 • Lot 145
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1974 Ford Escort RS2000 Mk. I has undergone a bare metal restoration between 2018-2024 and is resplendent in white with blue decals. Although the engine isn't original, it is the correct engine for this model, and the gearbox has been rebuilt with original parts.
Condition
8
The car has had a bare metal restoration between 2018 and 2024. The listing states it is in superb overall condition. It appears to be very well-maintained with minimal cosmetic imperfections.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
BFATPT00351
Chassis No:
Odometer:
50,280 miles
PTO 888M
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Year: 1974 Make: Ford Escort Model: RS2000 Mk.
I Registration: PTO 888M Chassis No: BFATPT00351 Engine No: PT00351 Odometer: 50,280 The Mk.
I Ford Escort was introduced in the UK at the end of 1967, making its show debut at Brussels Motor Show in January 1968 and replacing the successful long running Anglia.
Escorts became successful as a rally car and eventually went on to become one of the most successful rally cars of all time.
The Ford works team was practically unbeatable in the late 1960's and early 1970's; arguably the Escort's greatest victory was in the 1970 London to Mexico World Cup Rally being driven by Finnish legend, Hannu Mikkola.
This gave rise to the Escort Mexico special edition road versions in honour of the rally car.
In addition to the Mexico, the RS1600 was developed which used a Kent engine block with a 16-valve Cosworth cylinder head.
As well as higher performance engines and sports suspension, these models featured strengthened bodyshells, making them id...
Points of note
£1,350
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£33,285
Median Price (Since 2020)
£108,000
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Mar 12 2025
Latest MOT Mileage
50,280 miles
Registration Date
1974-05-10
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 13 2024 with 50,280 miles
Failed
On Mar 06 2024 with 50,280 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
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