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£46,125 (Est: £32,000 - £38,000)
1976 Ford Escort Mk 2 RS Mexico
United Kingdom • 24 Feb 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a meticulously restored, matching numbers 1975 Ford Escort RS Mexico, one of only 2,500 produced. Finished in its original Diamond White with a refurbished black interior, it features a rebuilt 1,600cc Pinto engine and comes with a comprehensive history file, making it a rare and valuable example of a rally-inspired classic.
Condition
9
The car has undergone a complete rebuild from a bare shell upwards with the emphasis on originality. Every single component has received attention, including a total mechanical overhaul, with the 1,600cc overhead-cam Pinto engine and matching gearbox being rebuilt by Ridgeway Racing Engines.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
GCATSC18594
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
ODW 707R
RHD/LHD:
RHD
When the Escort was relaunched as the Mk 2 in 1975, Ford were keen not to lose any momentum on the sportier versions of the standard saloon and almost immediately made an RS Mexico version available.
Produced in Saarlouis, West Germany, the Escort RS Mexico was built between 1975-1978 replacing its Mk I namesake.
Only around 2,500 were manufactured and the specification was similar to the earlier car with a 1,600cc engine, this time utilising the overhead-cam Pinto unit.
It featured an aluminium sump, engine mounts, alternator bracket and a cast iron manifold.
The gearbox was the 4-speed Type-B unit mated to the 'English' type rear axle.
Suspension was the ubiquitous McPherson-strut set up with Sachs Dampers and rear leaf springs.
RS Mexicos were fitted with either 5.5" x 13" steel wheels or alloy 4-spoke 6J x 13".
Standard OE fit tyres were Pirelli CN36s.
The car's performance was excellent and, together with great handling, made the Escort the car to beat in the World Rally C...
Points of note
£12,000
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£31,667
Median Price (Since 2020)
£46,125
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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