£33,768
1979 Ford Escort RS2000 Custom (Mk2)
United Kingdom • 4 Oct 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1979 Ford Escort RS2000 Custom (Mk2) is a well-maintained classic that has undergone a restoration, including a respray in its original Venetian Red. Owned for ~17 years, the car features a rebuilt 2.0L engine, a five-speed manual gearbox, and several enhancements, though there's some bubbling on the rear arches.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in great condition overall, with the bodywork appearing well-aligned and no obvious dings or dents spotted during the visit. The paint, resprayed in 2008, has even coverage and consistent color. However, there is a small area of bubbling on the rear arches, which indicates a minor imperfection. The interior is well-maintained with period-correct seats and minimal wear. Mechanically, the engine has been rebuilt and runs well, and the suspension and brakes are in good condition. Overall, the car presents well but requires minor reconditioning to address the bubbling on the rear arches.
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Manual
Transmission:
GCATWL014180
Chassis No:
Odometer:
115,200 miles
SCK 16T
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
First introduced to the world in June 1973, the Ford Escort RS2000 used the same body shell as the RS1600 and Mexico but was fitted with a Ford 2.0-litre Pinto unit, developing ~100bhp—slightly quicker than the Cortina.
The Mk2 Escort first appeared in January 1975, developed jointly between the UK and Ford of Germany, proving hugely popular with British buyers.
Running the same mechanical configuration and core structure as the Mk1 Escort but with a revised underbody and additional performance, the long-awaited Mk2 RS2000 was launched at the 1975 Earls Court show.
At the time, it was one of the most luxurious of the sporting Escorts and a real success in the performance car market.
This RS2000 comes to market from ~17 years of ownership.
It has been previously restored and features a rally cross member, a five-speed gearbox, and a Weber twin-choke carburettor.
As part of the restoration work, the car was resprayed in its original "Venetian Red" paint, with the interior finished ...
Points of note
£1,350
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£33,285
Median Price (Since 2020)
£108,000
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on May 17 2021
Latest MOT Mileage
13,927 miles
Registration Date
1979-06-08
MOT History
Passed
On May 18 2020 with 13,927 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Brake servo weak in operation
Failed
On May 18 2020 with 13,927 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Brake servo weak in operation
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Passed
On Apr 19 2016 with 10,254 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush bush (2.4.G.2)
- slight rust some areas underside
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Front both sides slight play in inner steering rack ends
- steering rack mounting bushes poor
Failed
On Apr 15 2016 with 10,248 miles
There were 14 defects noted.
Fail:
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
- Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Front Brake pipe kinked on calliper (3.6.B.2b)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at front leaf spring mounting (2.4.A.3)
- Electrical wiring inadequately supported wires hanging down above exhaust (1.9.2a)
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory:
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush bush (2.4.G.2)
- slight rust some areas underside
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Front both sides slight play in inner steering rack ends
- steering rack mounting bushes poor
Passed
On May 08 2015 with 5,535 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
User Entered:
- slight rust some areas underside
- nearside and offside floor corroded and holed but outside prescribed areas
- slight play in steering rack
- offside rear bumper end cap missing
Failed
On May 07 2015 with 5,529 miles
There were 11 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
User Entered:
- slight rust some areas underside
- nearside and offside floor corroded and holed but outside prescribed areas
- slight play in steering rack
- offside rear bumper end cap missing
Passed
On Apr 16 2014 with 3,644 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
User Entered:
- Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Failed
On Apr 15 2014 with 3,638 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
User Entered:
- Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Passed
On May 01 2013 with 2,743 miles
Passed
On May 03 2012 with 619 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Failed
On Apr 26 2012 with 613 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Fail:
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed
On May 11 2011 with 99,188 miles
Passed
On May 21 2010 with 97,058 miles
Passed
On Sep 29 2008 with 93,394 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Failed
On Sep 29 2008 with 93,394 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Passed
On Oct 09 2007 with 84,302 miles
Failed
On Sep 27 2007 with 84,302 miles
There were 10 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Inner Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Passed
On Feb 11 2006 with 83,495 miles
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