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Not Sold (Est: £4,000 - £5,500)
1989 FORD SIERRA 2.9L GHIA 4X4 ESTATE
UK • 28 Sept 2026 • Lot 5
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1989 Ford Sierra 2.9i Ghia 4x4 Estate is a rare find with its original factory spec, V6 engine, and four-wheel drive. While it starts and drives well with a well-preserved interior, the exterior requires cosmetic attention and recommissioning, presenting a significant restoration opportunity for enthusiasts.
Boasting low ownership, extensive documentation including 15 service stamps, and even a television appearance, this Ghia Estate offers considerable potential to be transformed into a highly presentable classic, making it a unique proposition for collectors of unusual Ford models.
Condition
7
The car starts and drives well, and the interior is described as largely untouched and appealing, retaining original features. However, the exterior will require attention, with mentions of localized paintwork and general recommissioning needed, indicating it's not in perfect or near-perfect condition but is solid overall with slight wear visible.
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91,085 miles
98806
LHD
United Kingdom
Manual
F493 SNO
1989
Auction
Description
1989 FORD SIERRA 2.9L GHIA 4X4 ESTATE A rare and highly specified Sierra with four owners, extensive history and considerable potential. The Ford Sierra was once a familiar sight on British roads, but examples of the more sophisticated and powerful derivatives have become increasingly difficult to find.
This 1989 Ford Sierra 2.9i Ghia 4x4 Estate is an especially interesting survivor, combining the range-topping Ghia specification with Ford’s 2.9-litre V6, four-wheel drive and practical five-door Estate body.
Finished in black, the car retains its original factory specification and has an especially appealing interior which appears largely untouched.
The original Ford radio and graphic equaliser remain in place, together with the comprehensive equipment expected of the Ghia model. The exterior is less polished and will require attention, although the car offers considerably more potential than its present appearance might initially suggest.
It is understood that, with sympathetic pr...
Price Analysis vs Other Sierras
£625
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£3,521
Median Price (Since 2020)
£83,250
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Invalid
Test Failed on 6th Nov 2025
Latest MOT mileage:
91,801 miles
MOT History
Failed
On 6th Nov 2025, 91,801 miles
There were 10 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
- Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
Advisory:
- Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- fuel pipes corroded
Failed
On 8th Nov 2017, 91,565 miles
There were 17 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
- Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- Oil leak
- Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Both rear tyres cracked severely
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very worn on inner edge, and cracked severely (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge and cracked
Passed
On 24th Nov 2016, 90,555 miles
Failed
On 23rd Nov 2016, 90,554 miles
There were 2 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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Humbert & Ellis
Spella Barn, Lower Boddington, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 6XX
Based in Daventry, Northamptonshire, Humbert & Ellis is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold live auctions and provide vehicle consignment and appraisal services.
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