Lot details

Year: 1977
Make: Ford
Model: Escort Mk. II RS2000 Custom
Registration: VBU 367S
Chassis No: GCATTR00882
Engine No: TR00882
Mileage: 90,000
•: A matching numbers example
•: Restored to a very high standard

The squarer-styled Escort Mk. II version appeared in January 1975 with the first production models having rolled off the production lines on 2nd December 1974. Unlike the first Escort (which was developed by Ford of Britain), the second generation was developed jointly between the UK and Ford of Germany. Codenamed 'Brenda' during its development, it had the same mechanical configuration as the Mk. I Escort. The estate and van versions used the same panelwork as the Mk. I but with the Mk. II front end and interior. The car used a revised underbody which had in fact been introduced as a running change during the last six months of the life of the Mk. I. The car was a success with just four body-styles by competing in many different market niches where rival manufacturers had multiple models. The 'L' and 'GL' models were in the mainstream purchased by the private sector, the 'Sport', 'RS Mexico' and 'RS2000' in the performance market; the 'Ghia' for an untapped small car luxury sector and 'base' models for the fleet market. During the second half of the 1970s, the Escort continued to prove hugely popular with buyers in Britain. Production, after an incredibly popular model run, ended in Britain in August 1980 with other countries following soon after.

This absolutely superb example of this highly sought-after British classic was first registered on 8th December 1977. Finished in Midnight Blue with black interior this RS2000 Custom has been fully restored, which appears to have been completed to a very high standard, this was completed in 2021. It has only covered some 300 miles since restoration and therefore needs to be handled with care over the short term as everything is still tight on the vehicle. Supplied with a V5C registration document, together with an MoT test certificate valid until 6th December 2024 and the handbooks. This is a matching numbers example of one of Fords most desirable cars currently, viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the quality of this outstanding RS2000. Consigned by Stewart Banks.