Not Sold | 1988 Ford Sierra RS500 'Group A

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Not Sold (Est: £100,000 - £120,000)

1988 Ford Sierra RS500 'Group A

United Kingdom • 23 Aug 2024

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a 'Group A' RS500 built for the 1988 season, with a rich history including ownership by ex-BTCC Racer Graham Hathaway. Restored by Ian Gwynn (BGM Sport), it features engine rebuilds by Geoff Page Racing and Dave Hill (ex-Mountune), and is fitted with a Life Racing ECU. Currently part of a private collection, it's described as starting on the button with a new fuel cell.

Condition

8

The car has undergone significant restoration and maintenance by reputable specialists, including engine rebuilds and updates to modern standards. It's been part of a private collection with occasional test days, suggesting careful preservation. However, the description does mention 'previous HSCC papers,' implying it has been used in competition, which would typically introduce wear and tear. Given the history of restoration and careful ownership, the car appears to be in excellent condition overall.

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The 1980s provided some fantastic Touring Car racing as the manufacturers’ teams put serious effort into trying to win races with their 'Group A'-spec cars built to a very high standard with serious budgets to match.

The Sierra Cosworth comfortably exceeded Ford's wishes and went on to become one of the most successful Touring Car racers of all time, winning races all over the world.

Offered here is a 'Group A' RS500 that was built originally in Hong Kong for the 1988 season for Eddie Lee.

Subsequently, a few owners enjoyed the car in Hong Kong during the 1990s and the first UK-owner was the ex-BTCC Racer, Graham Hathaway.

In 2011, the well known and respected Ian Donaldson of Oakfield’s, who specialises in the procurement and sale of important racing cars, then bought the car and sent it to Ian Gwynn (BGM Sport) for a restoration.

Jim Whelan then purchased the car and he invested heavily in the RS500 during his ownership including a full engine rebuild by Geoff Page Racing.

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