The RS1600i was a limited production model, with just 5,000 units built between 1981 and 1983, c.2,600 for the UK It featured distinctive graphics, rear spoiler, aerodynamic front air dam, twin-spot fog lamps and black or body-coloured alloy wheels and was visually aggressive without being excessive Factory suspension and brake upgrades including uprated springs and dampers, revised geometry and ventilated front discs – all tuned for spirited road and rally use The modified 1.6L CVH engine had a higher compression ratio, performance camshaft and a bespoke Bosch K-Jetronic fuel-injection system, resulting in 115bhp, a healthy output for the 1980s.

In this case, it has been uprated with a 'Zetec' bottom end This smart example was supplied new finished in Diamond White with Shark Grey crushed velour Recaro interior and was first registered on 01/01/1983 Now showing just over 82,000 miles and supported by a comprehensive history file including old MOTs, service and maintenance invoices a...