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£26,450 (Est: £25,000 - £27,000)
1978 Ford Escort RS2000 A bright and well-presented example
United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026 • Lot 252
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Ford Escort RS2000, sold for £26,450, features a 2.1 Pinto engine with twin Weber carbs, a 5-speed gearbox, power steering, and upgraded brakes and suspension. Restored in 2001 and mechanically overhauled, it presents as a well-sorted driver's car with subtle modifications and a collection of paperwork detailing its history.

Condition
7
The car is described as a 'very good looking example' with some modifications. While it's not a 'show winner,' it's considered a 'nice honest clean car.' There are mentions of a restoration in 2001 and mechanical overhauls. This indicates it's been well-maintained but not in perfect condition, aligning with a 'Very Good' rating.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
GCATUU00648
Odometer:
113,000 miles
Reg Number:
YRM383T
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Here we have a very pretty RS 2000 from 1978 finished in white with the black velour interior.
The RS has the standard seats and not the fishnets, but does have the clock, glovebox and vinyl door tops.
It is badged as a Custom, and although we have seen Customs with standard seats before, please do your own research to confirm you are happy with the specification.
It is a very good looking example with some interesting but practical modifications such as twin Weber carbs, larger exhaust, fast road cam and best of all, power steering, as the previous owner was in his elder years and found it easier to drive.
The Ford is wearing number plates and a rear sticker from Polar Ford, possibly the supplying dealer, but we cannot confirm.
The look is finished off with gloss black bumpers, which look superb, as well as a set of RS mudflaps.
It is sat on a set of RS-style alloy 4-bar wheels, and has the original radio, a rear spoiler and the correct stickers.
The engine bay is very clean an...
Points of note
£1,350
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£32,133
Median Price (Since 2020)
£108,000
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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