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An immaculate Mk1 Ford Escort Mexico with AVO and RSOC National Day awards.

EQUIPMENT
Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) Type 49 body, front quarter bumpers, flared wheel arches, strengthened chassis rails, strengthened flitch plates, reinforced front suspension strut top mounting plates, rear radius rods, safety glass, anti-burst locks, black painted aluminium grille, six pod sports binnacle, heater fan, two speed wiper, courtesy light, spare wheel housed in boot. Options; Rally Lighting Pack – 4X Cibie Oscar fog and spot lights with stone guards. Reversing lights, hazard warning flashers, brake warning light, wiper arm spoiler. Custom Pack – Reclining RS front seats, sound deadening material, RS centre console with clock, varnished wood trim panels, heated rear window.

EXTERIOR
The road version of the rally winner and available only at your Ford Rallye Sport Centre was the draw of these special cars built at the Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) division. Finished in striking and desirable Daytona Yellow, (Code T), exactly as it left the factory in 1974, this genuine Mexico is absolutely stunning. Incredible detailing extends to the underside for those wishing to enter the show circuit of this proven national concours winner. All the vital components and strengthened AVO workmanship are laid bare for all to see. The chrome, Triplex glass and badges are in immaculate order and the lens units are FoMoCo. The contrasting Mexico stripes and Cibie Oscar lights are in perfect condition cementing the iconic rally look. One for the discerning collector.

INTERIOR
Gorgeous RS reclining sports seats with roll top headrests still have the original Black Beta cloth upholstery and other Custom Pack luxuries such as the plastic armrest extensions in the rear quarter panels, centre console and varnished wood trim. The padded facia has no cracks or rips and is fitted with the factory correct 130mph speedometer and 7,000rpm rev counter. All gauges function along with the clock with audible electric movement! The three-spoke leather RS steering wheel looks amazing and even the door cards are original fitment and not remanufactured. The boot area continues the showroom experience with the spare wheel held in place by the rubber strap mounted in the wheel well. The Hardura boot mat, Ford jack and wheel brace are within the original fawn muslin bag and black rear light protectors are undamaged. Spectacular.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Spectators will stare wide-eyed in amazement under the bonnet of this iconic Escort Mexico as it is so clean, witnessed by all the awards! The four cylinder 1600 GT crossflow unit with the 711M block is quoted in the sales brochure at 86bhp to go up to a ton with little effort and hit sixty in under 11 seconds. The original AVO build plate remains fixed to the slam panel and even items such as the plug leads are Motorcraft items and period Lucas light relays remain fitted. The close ratio all-synchromesh 4-speed gearbox with heavy-duty three-rail shift ensures positive changes.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Fitted with the optional RS four-spoke alloy wheels with the correct H71AB-1007-AC part number to one spoke and RS centre caps in dark grey all unmarked. The tyres are matching premium Dunlop 175/70 R13 items with ample tread. The vacuum servo-assistance brakes run on a single line braking system with M16 front calipers on solid discs and Lockheed 9” rear brakes.

HISTORY FILE
Built at Fords Advanced Vehicle Operations factory in Aveley in July 1974, and supplied by TC Harrison Sheffield Ltd, this genuine Mexico has toured the show circuit winning the most prestigious awards. Highly regarded and registered with both the AVO Owners Club since 1986 and RS Owners Club with its own Concours Competition Logbook. Two boxes of trophies including Best Mexico at Ford AVO Club National Day are included with the history file. Previously owned by AVO Club Member, Mr Spence for 25 years, he was insistent his championship car should be driven to all the events and not trailered and despite this, he still scooped up many awards! A delightful photo exists of this car parked outside the AVO factory before it was demolished. A comprehensive file contains many documents from the Ziebart rust proofing guarantee carried out in 1975, old MOT certificates and Club valuations. All handbooks and spare keys are present. This vehicle was only made available due to the owners acquisition of his ultimate dream MK1 Escort, an RS1600. Ready for the next Blue Oval fanatic seeking one of the best and proven Mexico’s to exist.

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A factory standard Ford Focus ST225 with Ford history and 18,428 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Exclusive ST sports bodykit, unique ST bumpers and mesh grille, ST single wing spoiler, chrome tipped twin sport exhaust tailpipes, side and curtain airbags, Passive Anti-theft System (PATS), CAT 1 Thatcham Approved alarm, energy absorbing crumple zones, air conditioning, Quickclear front windscreen, auxiliary instrument panel housing turbo boost, oil pressure and oil temperature gauges, Ford Sony MP3 stereo radio/CD, Recaro sport seats, ST Sports steering wheel, jet black headlining, submarine lighting, brushed aluminium gear knob and handbrake grip with racing pedals. Factory options; Park Assist. Dealer options; Fitted Focus floor mats, badge delete.

EXTERIOR
With a low 18,428 miles and two doting owners from new, this factory original and totally standard Focus ST is one for the collector. A desirable 3-door version in factory optional and highly sought-after Electric Orange, (Code 7 4), which was the signature launch colour. The car looks incredible and boasts a vibrant uniform shine throughout. The original paintwork is virtually unmarked and all panels are pin straight. There is a tiny touched in chip to the rear bumper and another almost undetectable mark to the rear wing. The underside is super clean thanks to garaged storage from new and even fragile labels to the underside components remain intact. Supplying Ford main dealer number plates are fitted and the new vehicle invoice reveals the original owner requested the Focus badge to be removed, keeping the letters in a bag! All light clusters are crystal-clear. Unmolested examples with such outstanding credentials are rarely found and this car will delight even the most meticulous buyer.

INTERIOR
Inside this Fast Ford are a pair of body-hugging Recaro Mondus sports seats swathed in two-tone ST Orange Cloth, (Code AY). The Recaro logos are embossed and stitched into the upholstery which is preserved in perfect condition. The ST Sports steering wheel, jet black headlining, submarine lighting, brushed aluminium gear knob and handbrake grip and racing pedals help to carry on the Fast Ford tradition of injecting excitement into everyday family cars. Low mileage indicators such as unworn touch points and virtually unmarked door sill tread plates are evident. All functions and controls are fully operational and exactly as Ford intended and the air conditioning is ice cold. A truly cossetted example and difficult to distinguish from a 2007 Ford showroom car.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Fitted with the turbo-charged Ford 2.5 Duratec ST five-cylinder 20v unit with Variable Valve Timing, the power output achieved is 225bhp at 6000rpm and 320Nm torque at 4000rpm. The maximum speed is 152mph while 0-60 is dispatched in just 6.8 seconds! The totally standard engine bay is spotlessly clean with factory plates, stickers and labels visible. The Ford Durashift 6-speed gearbox is magnificent to use with precise short throw changes and the sound from the five pot turbo charged engine is awesome. Altogether, a phenomenal performing car and hugely entertaining driving experience.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The unique 8 x 18in ST five-spoke rims with correct centre caps are unrestored and are virtually pristine with only two minuscule marks to the offside front rim, barely noticeable. Branded 225/40 ZR18 were fitted in 2021. In lieu of a spare wheel and correct for the ST model, is the original Continental zip case with compressor and untouched tyre sealant. The braking system with ABS and electronic brake-force distribution incorporates discs all round and provides sure footed stopping power to match the formidable performance.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 3rd December 2007 by Ford Main Dealers, Sandicliffe Motor Group of Nottinghamshire, the car was ordered new by Mr Swift and registered to his wife, Karen Swift. With only two owners from new and having covered just 18,428 miles, this untouched example is truly special. The new car order form, sales invoice and even receipts for funds paid and dealership welcome letters have been kept in the neat history folder. The Ford document wallet houses all handbooks, guides and supplements along with the original service book. An interim service, brake fluid change and MOT was carried out by Ford Main Dealer, TC Harrison of Peterborough, in September 2023. Four sets of keys with code tags are present. A file of receipts and Ford Main Dealer service invoices as well as every MOT certificate from the very first in 2010 further verifies the super low mileage. Sold by KGF Classic Cars in 2020 to a Blue Oval enthusiast, look no further for a perfectly preserved and highly collectable Focus ST225. Presented and performing exactly as Ford intended and becoming very hard to find, we are delighted to offer it once more.

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The Max Power RS Ford Orion Zetec Turbo, magazine featured and huge specification

PART EXCHANGE TO CLEAR – A VERY CLEAN USEABLE EXAMPLE.

EQUIPMENT & SPECIFICATION
Escort RS Turbo bonnet, Escort 90-Spec front bumper, Sierra Sapphire Cosworth rear spoiler, Compomotive MO5 16″ alloys wheels with Toyo Proxes tyres, RS mud flaps, full Orion Ghia Injection interior including door cards, RS Turbo Recaro seats, Alpine head unit with MP3/Sub in boot, Infinity rear speakers on original pods, genuine Ford rubber waffle mats, RS 4-spoke steering wheel with horn push, front electric windows, analogue oil and boost pressure gauges. Engine specification; 2.0 Silvertop Zetec, uprated valve springs, cleaned head, heavy duty lower end bearings, ARP bolts for conrods, 1800 flywheel, Kenzy oil breather to pot, oil return to sump, 1800 water pump, steel decompression plate, Focus RS multi-layer head gasket, VXR injectors and modified rail, RS1800i inlet manifold, 2.0 throttle body, Pectel T2 ECU and custom loom, RS Turbo cross-over boost pipe (cut and welded to change direction to cooler), rebuilt T3 Garrett turbo, 360 thrust bearing, 31 actuator, braided turbo oil lines, stainless front mounted intercooler, black silicon boost hoses/new clips, twin radiator fans + relays, new RS Turbo fuel tank, custom boost pipe work, custom cooling system pipe work, Amal valve, modified alternator brackets, XR3i radiator. Sierra Sapphire Cosworth front brakes with braded lines, RS Turbo rear drums, rear adjustable damping GAZ struts with Spax 60mm springs, front Spax shocks and 60mm springs, RS Turbo front anti roll bar, poly-bushed, Magnex stainless steel turbo back exhaust system, 3″ inward tip, Escort Mk6 clutch pedal and alloy quadrant, RS Turbo LSD gearbox.

EXTERIOR
The ultimate evocation of nostalgia for the Max Power Generation is this amazing Ford Orion Zetec Turbo which has been the subject of full magazine features in both FastFord and Performance Ford. This stunning Orion is finished in deep cherry red having been subject to a full repaint in 2014. The paint finish is uniform with a deep shine while the critical eye will note some signs of wear in particular cracks to the paint on the front bumper and rear spoiler, very light paint blebs throughout visible only on close inspection and some dings. The sunroof is fully operational and all glass and light fittings are intact. The underside is very solid with no structural issues. The car looks fantastic and is very highly regarded within the retro Fast Ford community and Orion Register.

INTERIOR
A somewhat purposely understated interior with subtle hints towards the epic power specification this Orion boasts! The upholstery is courtesy of an Orion Ghia Injection including seats and doors cards and front RS Turbo Recaro seats professionally re-upholstered to match. The seats are in good condition and the huge bolsters to the Recaro’s firm and unworn. The carpets and headlining are clean and genuine Ford rubber waffle mats are fitted front and rear. The dashboard is free from cracks and the retro Fast Ford attributes include Infinity speakers with sub and neatly fitted oil and boost pressure gauges. The RS 4-spoke steering wheel looks superb. Perfectly comfortable and usable with some delicious 90’s themed features!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The engine has been professionally built and mapped to a huge specification by renowned Harvey Gibbs Cosworth Specialist of Supreme Car Services in Peterborough. The previous owner of 13 years, Pete, was adamant the car would be driven and enjoyed yet was insistent on longevity and the reliability of an everyday car. His primary goal was to ensure the car took him without demur to Ford Fair each year and to never be one of the bonnet-up classic Fords seen in the traffic jams approaching the Silverstone event! To this end the engine speciation is capable of huge power increases yet is currently Dyno-Tested at around 200-220bhp, still more than twice the original output from what started life as an Orion 1.3L! Putting this power down is through an RS Turbo LSD gearbox. A totally exhilarating driving experience and utterly dependable.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Compomotive MO5 7½ x 16″ alloys wheels are in very good order and wear 195/45 R16 Toyo Proxes performance tyres with masses of tread. Sapphire Cosworth front brakes with braded hoses and RS Turbo rear drums are well capable of harnessing the increased engine power.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 15th December 1989, this Ford Orion began life as a humble 1.3L of which it remained until around 2010. The previous owner of thirteen years, Pete, purchased the car as a weekend toy and project car to go alongside his daily transport, a 1988 Orion 1.8 diesel! Over the past thirteen years Pete has embarked on a mission to build the ultimate Orion Turbo for which his efforts have won the car multiple page features in both FastFord and Performance Ford. The build has been fully documented and a photo album shows the car throughout the various stages up to the present day and the full specification is carefully recorded. The comprehensive folder of invoices, photo album and magazines are included in the history file and the cost to create this retro car is beyond belief!

Not meeting the usual KGF Classic Cars stock profile in terms of condition one credentials and a wide deviation from standard, but not detracting from the cars overall excellent attributes, we are offering this example for sale on a part exchange to clear basis. The car looks superb and performs as such and represents huge Max Power nostalgic fun. There are two sets of keys. Full inspection and test drive is welcome.

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An astonishing Ford Granada 2.0i Ghia with 35,968 miles and one private owner.

EQUIPMENT
Body coloured grille, wide bodyside mouldings with bright inserts, remote control heated door mirrors, halogen headlamps, headlamp wash, front fog lamps, Quickclear heated front screen, tinted glass, tilt/slide screened glass sunroof, wood veneer applique, multi-function quartz digital clock with ambient temperature readout, central locking, electric front and rear windows, tachometer, trip recorder, torch key, cigar lighters to front and rear, electronic anti-theft model 2007 stereo with separate power amplifier. Graphic information module with monitors for door ajar, low air temperature and bulb outage. Factory options; Metallic paintwork, 4-speed automatic transmission. Dealer options; Genuine Ford headlamp protectors, tailored colour coded Ford carpet mats.

EXTERIOR
This exceptional and totally original Ford Granada wears the iconic Ghia badge, Ford’s signature of luxury and comfort. Finished in factory optional Satin Gold Metallic, (Code N8), this executive car boasts factory paint credentials rarely seen. The paintwork has a near flawless uniform finish to all arrow-straight factory panels with only a few miniscule chips to the bonnet and the bumpers and trims are perfect. The original glass is etched with the registration and all lights are as new including the headlamps still wearing genuine protectors for which even the original Ford box has been kept! Originality seekers will be pleased to see supplying dealer number plates and rear screen sticker all present and correct. A very rare find in such incredible untouched condition.

INTERIOR
The Ghia specification Astral trim in Mace colour scheme, (Code MG), is in outstanding condition throughout. The huge armchair like seats are in pristine condition and all matching door cards, carpets and headlining are as new. The original genuine Ford over mats remain fitted. The fascia is perfect with no cracks or damage whatsoever and the steering wheel and all touch points show a total lack of wear. All switchgear is functional and the original model 2007 stereo with separate power amplifier remains fitted and fully operational. The spotless boot area has immaculate carpeting and parcel shelf, an undamaged circular ply-board wheel cover and all factory build stickers are intact. Truly reminiscent of a 1990 showroom Granada!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 2.0 DOHC EFi engine develops 123bhp at 5500rpm and 174Nm of torque at 2500rpm, achieving a top speed of 119mph and 0-60mph in 11.8 seconds. Remaining in standard specification, the engine bay is spotless and displays factory plates, stickers and original inner wings with Ford emblem and date stamps clearly visible. The factory optional 4-speed automatic transmission operates perfectly.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The original 14” X 6” steel wheels wear the correct genuine trims in unmarked condition. Brand new premium brand Uniroyal 185/70 R14 tyres have just been fitted and the spare wheel has the original Uniroyal Rallye tyre still fitted! The electronically controlled Anti-Lock Braking system with power assistance bring the car up to a steady, straight and assured halt.

HISTORY FILE
Supplied new by Ford Main Dealer, Lookers of Kidderminster, and registered new on 24th January 1990. The vehicle was registered new to Lookers Planned Motoring as a management car in the supplying dealership network. In April 1992 the car was sold to the first and only private keeper who has owned it ever since. A genuine 35,968 miles has been covered from new and the car displays absolute breathtaking originality throughout, a real credit to the long-term owner. The car was always garaged and it sat alongside the owners original Volvo 145 also virtually owned from new! In 2008 the car was placed into long term dry storage owing to the owner ceasing driving and has been recently brought out whereby it still wore its factory fitted Uniroyal tyres. A complete recommission has been carried out to all mechanicals, fluids, brakes and fuel system so the car is now ready to enjoy on the ever popular retro car scene!

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An Ex-Management Ford Capri 3.0S family owned since 1981 and 42,543 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Overiders, ‘S’ bodyside tape stripe, passenger door mirror, black rear spoiler, black louvred grille, tailgate wash/wipe, halogen headlamps, integral front spoiler, integral rear fog lamp, sports gearshift knob, rear package tray, quartz clock, trip meter, tachometer, ammeter, oil pressure gauge, handbrake warning light, heated rear window, aeroflow face level vents, two-speed heater, instrument rheostat, courtesy light. Factory Options; Steel tilting/sliding sunroof, tinted glass, headlamp pressure jet wash, opening rear quarter vents, Recaro sports seats, inertia reel rear seat belts, Ford turnolock stereo radio cassette.

BRIEF SPECIFICATION
Interior: RS 4-spoke steering wheel, Luke front harnesses, Pioneer graphic equalizer booster with Pioneer cross-axial speakers, bolted 12-point Safety Devices cage. Engine: 3x Weber 42DCNF Downdraft Carburettors with K&N filters, Filter King pressure regulator, Ford RS port machined manifold, Facet Red Top pump, Luminition Electronic Ignition Module. Ported, polished and skimmed Ford D-port cylinder heads fitted with GRP 1 valves, double valve springs with modified valve tops, Oselli FV9 camshaft, open window type tappets, original numbers Oselli Performance Engineering 230S bored and honed block to 3090cc, Hepolite Powermax pistons, Ford GRP 1 polished and shot-peened Rods with uprated ARP rod bolts and fitted with VP Vandervell, (now Mahle) heavy duty Big End bearings, cross-drilled double-doweled to flywheel nitrided polished crankshaft, VP Vandervell heavy duty Race Main bearings, AP Competition Clutch and Cover, Hi-Volume/Hi Pressure competition oil pump driven by an uprated, hardened hexagonal driveshaft, Serck 13-row oil cooler with Mocal thermostat, uprated radiator core, Group A-spec side exhaust. Front Suspension: Leda uprated, wedged 3.0 adjustable platform dampers, 450lb 2.25” springs and Ford roller top mounts, 24mm (2.8 inj) front anti-rollbar, Ford RS bushes, relocated front track control arms. Rear Suspension: Re-cambered, (-2.5”) 122lb multi leaf springs, Ford RS bushes, staggered Ford RS Bilstein gas shock absorbers, 12mm (3.0 Sport) rear anti-rollbar, uprated side gears and half-shafts.

EXTERIOR
This incredible Ford Capri 3.0S is finished in perfect Strato Silver, (Code V6), and is immaculately presented in all areas including the underside thanks to a total bare metal repaint by the Fulbridge Carriage Company, Maldon, Essex in 1992. The owner since 1983 striving for concours perfection with photos revealing how clean the car was prior to any work and amazingly, all original panels! 1993 Car of the Show at Ford Fair Stanford Hall with the award presented by Andy Rouse and Paul Radisich is a testament to how outstanding the car was and importantly, still is. Prepare to be amazed!

INTERIOR
This iconic machines interior is a bombardment to the senses with rare optional Recaro seats in the Chocolate Carla and Savannah fabric with Fishnet headrests all perfect. All controls and gauges fully function including the two-speed heater fan, analogue quartz clock and optional stereo radio cassette with upgraded period Pioneer speakers and discreet glovebox mounted graphic equalizer booster. The dash top has no cracks and the deep pile carpeting is spotless. The neatly integrated Safety Devices roll cage is reassurance for such a fast powerful RWD car. The boot area is factory fresh.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Astonishing not only in appearance and specification but performance too! Built by a Ford Motor Company Automotive Design Engineer with incredible knowledge, passion, experience and no expense spared! This range-topping matching numbers Essex 3.1 V6 produces over 230bhp @6500rpms sounds immense but is completely docile and tractable even in traffic. The attention to detail is reassuring as this example has not only won outright titles at Ford Concours with all original parts and RS upgrades, but was a lap record holder for Brands Hatch (Indy Circuit) in the road going saloon category at 57.5 seconds! The 4-speed manual gearbox is light and precise with an uprated AP competition clutch.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Unmarked 7” x 13 Ford RS (Ronal) 4-spoke alloy wheels are shod with brand new Dunlop Sport Classic 205/60 VR16 tyres other than the spare which is still the original Goodyear Eagle NCT 60 item. Solid front discs, Ford Ate 3.0 callipers fitted with Ferodo DS11 pad material and Ford 9”x 2.25” drums, fitted with Ferodo VG95 linings stop the car effectively.

HISTORY FILE
This Ford Cologne built Capri 3.0S, Ex-Ford Management Roll Car was first registered on the 27th of June 1980 and purchased directly from Ford “Frog Island” Employee Car sales compound by Mr G.Wilkins on the 23rd of June 1981, with 5,200 miles at a cost of £4328.66. Ownership transferred to his son, Mr L.Wilkins, in April 1983 and has remained his car ever since. A detailed account in the history file of not only the cars life story but Mr Wilkins career will amaze readers who will learn that he built his first engine at the age of 12 and went on to work with automotive leaders in design engineering including his first passion, Ford. Purchasing every RS part his wages could afford as an apprentice to building the concours road going race car you see today, it is hard to imagine a better all-rounder. Magazine featured and even used in the launch of the Capri 70 Owners Club, (now Capri Club International), this car will satisfy the most demanding, perfection seeking Blue Oval collector that has to own one of the very best, most rewarding Capri 3.0S examples known to exist.

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A delightful Ford Thames 7-CWT Van with just three owners in 65 years!

EQUIPMENT
7-CWT specification, all-steel welded integral construction, large one-piece curved windscreen, twin chrome rear view mirrors, twin chrome vacuum operated windscreen wipers, opening quarter lights, chrome radiator grille and headlamp surround inserts, chrome windscreen surround, chrome front bumper, chrome rear quarter bumpers, twin rear lights and reflectors, rear number plate illumination light, driver’s sun visor, ashtray, speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge, temperature gauge. Factory Options; Flashing indicators, passenger seat with sun visor, heater and demister. Accessories; Towbar with single electric socket, lowered suspension, oversize rear wheels, exterior windscreen sunshield, large picnic hamper.

EXTERIOR
A commercial vehicle from Ford still in existence almost 65 years after being built, this rare surviving Ford Thames Van is quite remarkable. Sourced from a fascinating private Ford collection, this example was displayed in the owner’s hallway of all places whilst also being put into use for shows whereby it easily transported a large picnic hamper and deck chairs! Professionally repainted in Durham Beige, the paintwork is uniform and has a fantastic shine. The bodywork in is superb condition, a far cry from the usual bodged up repairs seen on most examples. The chrome is in excellent order aside from some pitting to the door handle bases and even the original grille badge has remained mostly intact! Subtle reversible modifications give the van a brilliant stance so suited to this model. The ideal classic commercial and a dream promotional vehicle!

INTERIOR
Revert back to far a simpler era of motoring whereby manufacturers were even meaner to commercial vehicle drivers and the luxuries of a passenger seat and heater were factory cost options! The original buyer of this example was willing for a passenger to be carried and cared that they stayed warm! Remarkably, the original seats remain fitted and are in good order with some tiny splits to the lower bases. The utilitarian nature of the vehicle is quite evident with the ethos being around having just what you need and nothing else, however the equipment and gauges it does have are in fine working order. The huge painted steering wheel and wand type gear stick are simply delightful. The load area has a rubber floor mat to protect and side mounted spare tyre with original style jack and brace. The inner load area panels and inner wheel tubs are in excellent condition. Hugely reminiscent of a bygone era of vans and immense fun!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The four-cylinder side-valve engine with mechanical fuel pump is the epitome of simplicity and produces 36bhp at 4,500rpm. Parts availability is easy with many specialist suppliers catering for classic Fords, this van is perfect for the home workshop tinkerer! The engine starts at the pull of the knob and runs beautifully. The three-speed gearbox with synchromesh on second and third is easy to use after initial familiarisation.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Pressed-steel disc wheels are painted in matching Durham Beige with the original chromium hubcaps in very good condition. The tyres have plenty of tread with the front and rear measuring 165/70 R13 and 175 R13 respectively. A full suspension overhaul has just been carried out with evidencing invoices and the standard braking system incorporates 8in drums all-round requiring a firm stamp in comparison to modern equivalents!

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 11th July 1958, this example has had just three registered owners in 65 years! The first owner was a Mr Victor Gwyer who owned the van until 1983 and the two further keepers are traceable. The previous owner bought the van a number of years ago whereby it formed part of an impressive collection of mainly classic Fords including some very rare concours Escort Mk1 and Mk2 AVO cars. Vehicles in the collection are routinely scheduled for display in the main hallway and this Thames van was no exception! Guaranteed to draw in much admiration, this is the perfect and practical promotional vehicle for any business!

The history file includes previous V5 documents as well as invoices and MOT paperwork. There is even a Thames 5 and 7-CWT sales pamphlet as well as a February 1959 Schedule of Maximum Repair Charges which instructs the reader to destroy the previous issue immediately! A lucky survivor having avoided the fate of many, this classic commercial is simply marvellous and great fun!

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A Big Turbo Ford Escort RS Cosworth Luxury with 24,716 miles and two owners.

MODEL HISTORY
The Ford Escort RS Cosworth was a sports derivative and rally homologation special of the fifth generation Ford Escort. It was designed to qualify as a Group A car for the World Rally Championship. It was available as a road car from 1992-96 in limited numbers from Ford’s Specialist Vehicle Engineering, (SVE), team. It combines the hand-assembled engine expertise of Cosworth and the coach-building crafts of Karmann. In order to accommodate the larger Cosworth engine and transmission Ford developed the car around the chassis and mechanicals of its predecessor, the Sierra Cosworth. A very rare car with only 7,145 examples being produced and this one of the early 2,500 Big Turbo examples built for homologation. (Source Wikipedia, 1995 Edition One RS Brochure and the RS Owners Club).

EQUIPMENT
Body colour front bumper with black lower splitter, louvred bonnet air intakes, wing air extraction grilles, aerodynamic rear wing with lower boot spoiler, electro-luminescent instrument cluster, oil pressure gauge, turbo gauge, voltmeter, quartz digital clock with ambient temperature, map reading lights, glove box illumination. Luxury Pack Equipment; Opening rear quarter windows, electrically operated and heated door mirrors, ‘Quickclear’ heated windscreen, heated washer jets, three-spoke leather covered steering wheel, central double locking, tailgate release, lights on warning, rear centre armrest, rear head restraints, sunroof, electric windows. Factory options; Leather upholstery, high specification floor mats. Accessories; Magnex stainless steel exhaust system, Sigma Category 1 alarm system, genuine Ford headlamp protectors.

EXTERIOR
Finished in one of five launch colours, this gorgeous and rare Pacifica Blue, (Code J2), example has covered just 24,716 miles from new with two owners. Subject to ceramic coating treatment in 2023 at a cost of £1,200, the paintwork boasts a professional detailed shine from the smooth polished exterior with no imperfections worthy of mention other than some miniscule frontal stone chips. Early homologation features include the exposed petrol cap and larger door mirrors. All exterior trim, factory glass, rubbers and badges are in excellent order and the headlamps still wear genuine Ford headlamp protectors. The real wow factor comes with the underside which has been subject to the highest-level photo-documented detailing without loss of original features such as the hand-brushed black protective paint over the hand stamped chassis number. One for the Blue Oval fanatic and incredible in every respect.

INTERIOR
The interior of this Luxury specification Escort Cosworth is a very special place to be. The perforated Raven Leather Recaro upholstery, (Code LW), is spotlessly clean and in amazing condition, very unusual for Ford leather! The cut-pile carpets are perfect and still protected by genuine Ford floor mats which are the ultra-rare high specification in deep blue to harmonise with the exterior finish. The comprehensive electro-luminescent instrument panel is all functional, as are all gauges and controls including the factory fitted 2007 radio/cassette. The boot area is pristine with areas of factory wax in hidden apertures. The factory fitted space-saver spare wheel and correct jack still wear the sculptured carpeted covers.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The powerful and well proven Cosworth 2.0 litre 16v turbocharged YBT engine features the larger Garrett T3/T04B turbocharger with a two-stage water/air and air/air intercooler together with an electronically regulated over-boost facility. Being an early car, it is also fitted with the desirable Weber-Marelli fuelling and ignition system. The blue painted cam cover denotes a number of significant changes over the older YBG unit of the Sierra RS Cosworth and power is quoted at 225bhp with 0-60 in 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 140mph. The engine bay is absolutely untouched with all factory labels and plates intact as well as the original head shield. The permanent Ferguson four-wheel drive system with 34/66% front/rear power split mated to a MT75 5-speed gearbox is light and direct.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The design classic original 8 X 16” Ronal soft-spoke alloy wheels are in excellent order aside from a few minuscule marks to the untouched factory wheels. Matching premium branded and correct specification Pirelli PZero Asimmetrico 225/45 ZR16 tyres have masses of tread remaining. Electrically-controlled ABS anti-lock system with two microprocessors and ventilated front and rear discs offer immense stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
Built at the Rheine Assembly Plant in Germany in November 1992 and registered new on the 15th January 1993, this example is one of the highly sought-after 2,500 large turbo homologation specials on a K registration. Supplied by Ford RS Dealer, Tony Brooks of Weybridge, their supplying dealership rear screen sticker and tax discs holder are still fitted and the book pack still has the staff business cards and dealer keyrings. The history file is quite phenomenal and thorough perusal of such would consume many hours! Beautifully presented in separate folders, there are masses of chronologically filed service invoices and virtually every MOT and the original service books holds 14 stamped entries. All servicing is fully up to date and the cambelt was changed in Jun 2022. Three original keys are present including the master blade.

A separate file holds RS Owners Club membership documentation and multiple agreed valuations, the most recent being £82,000 in 2021. The previous owner is an RS Owners Club member and was Vice Chairman of the Hertfordshire and North London RS Owners Club. Two magazines, Fast Ford and Practical Classics, have used this very car which was chosen for its amazing condition and provenance to feature in a detailed buyer’s guide. This rare example is exceptional in every respect and offers strong appeal for the avid collector and Ford afficionado alike.

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A rare early Mk1 Ford Escort Mexico with AVO and RSOC National Day awards.

EQUIPMENT
Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) Type 49 body, front quarter bumpers, flared wheel arches, strengthened chassis rails, strengthened flitch plates, reinforced front suspension strut top mounting plates, rear radius rods, safety glass, anti-burst locks, black painted aluminium grille, six pod sports binnacle, heater fan, two speed wiper, courtesy light, spare wheel housed in boot together with battery. Factory fitted options; Reversing lights, Speedblade wipers, Springalex steering wheel, cigar lighter.

EXTERIOR
The road version of the rally winner and available only at your Ford Rallye Sport dealer was the draw of these special cars built at the Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) division. Finished in one of the three launch colours, Sunset Red (Code J), this genuine early Mexico is stunning with incredible detailing extending to the underside for those wishing to enter the show circuit of this once proven concours winner. Vital components such as the rear stone deflector held in by eight bolts in the boot floor and strengthened AVO workmanship are laid bare for all to see. A few minor blemishes do not detract from this Concours d’Elegance winner. The chrome, glass and badges are in immaculate order with the front screen still being the genuine Ford Triplex laminated item with accompanying sticker cleaned by Trico Speedblade wipers. The lens units are FoMoCo and the contrasting Mexico stickers are in perfect condition cementing the iconic rally look.

INTERIOR
High grade Black PVC upholstery, (Code AA), as fitted to ‘L’ specification early cars are simply incredible along with the rest of the interior. The padded facia has no cracks or rips and the correct matt-black finish to the beautiful instrument panel to eliminate dazzle is unmarked. Fitted with the factory 140mph speedometer and 8,000rpm rev counter, all gauges, controls and switches are fully operational. The optional black looped-pile carpet is spotlessly clean along with the desirable Springalex dished steering wheel. The boot area continues the showroom experience with the early Mexico’s battery-in-boot setup meaning the spare wheel is mounted to the boot floor. The nine-gallon fuel tank finished in factory matt grey and even the jack and wheel brace are within the original fawn muslin bag and black light protectors undamaged. Spectacular.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Spectators will drool in amazement under the bonnet of this desirable early Escort Mexico as it is so clean. The four cylinder 1600 GT crossflow unit with the 711M block is quoted in the sales brochure at 86bhp to go up to a ton with little effort and hit sixty in under 11 seconds. Correct specification from the AC oval metal airbox finished in silver to the tubular four-into-one exhaust system exactly replicated in stainless steel will please scrutineers. The original VIN plate and AVO ID plate remain fixed to the slam panel. The close ratio all-synchromesh 4-speed gearbox with heavy-duty three-rail shift ensures positive changes.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Fitted with the correct pressed steel wheels with the cooling slots measuring 5.5x13in and immaculate chrome hubcaps. The tyres are matching premium Dunlop SP6 175/70 R13 tyres with ample tread. The remote servo-assistance brakes powered by the early Girling Powerstop AHV 550 Mk2B helps grip the front discs and rear drums adequately.

HISTORY FILE
Built at Fords Advanced Vehicle Operations factory in Aveley in October 1971, this vehicle has led the most incredible pampered existence with absolute enthusiasts. Highly regarded and registered with the both the AVO Owners Club and RS Owners Club, this example has won many prestigious awards during the 1980’s and 1990’s and is both an AVO National Day winner and RSOC National Day winner. Photos in the history file of the car at many events with trophies are a testament to the outstanding condition still witnessed today some 35 years later! A feature in Fast Ford magazine dated 1990 about long-term custodian, Les Harris, who has known the car from new when delivered to Ford RS Dealers, Whites of Taunton where he worked as a Ford mechanic. He recalls fellow mechanic and workshop foreman, Walter Miller, buying the car new and always wanted to be the next owner knowing it had always been serviced by Walter at the Ford main dealer. Les took the car to a concours level and after winning the Concours d ’Elegance at Longleat Ford Spectacular it was used to illustrate Graham Robson’s classic Ford feature. Historic photos, AVO Owners Club valuation, MOT certificates, book packs and brochures are just a few of the documents included along with a few valuable awards. The most recent agreed valuation dated December 2018 is for £60,000 and is now only available due to the current owners purchase of a Mk1 Ford Escort RS1600.

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A rare alloy block engine AVO Mk1 Ford Escort RS1600 with incredible history.

MODEL HISTORY
The Potent Mix is how Ford initially marketed the RS1600. Sedate looks of the family Escort Saloon but with an amazing Cosworth-designed BDA, (Belt Drive type A), engine. Only 1,154 RS1600s were made with production initially alongside the Twin Cam at Halewood in January 1970 transferring to the new AVO, (Advanced Vehicle Operations), facility in Aveley from October 1970. From late 1972 this homologation special replaced its Kent iron cylinder block with a Brian Hart light alloy unit only fitted to the last of these models. Less than 150 alloy blocked cars were produced helping to continue the world-class competition wins in the hands of Rally greats such as Roger Clark and Timo Makinen.

EQUIPMENT
Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) Type 49 body, front quarter bumpers, flared front wings, strengthened chassis rails, strengthened flitch plates, reinforced front suspension strut top mounting plates, rear radius rods, rear stone deflector, safety glass, anti-burst locks, black painted aluminium grille, reversing lamps, RS1600 wing badges, RS circular boot badge, six pod sports binnacle, leather rimmed sports steering wheel, heater fan, two speed wiper, courtesy light, washable plastic headlining, push-round ashtray. Factory Options; Quartz Iodine headlamps, locking fuel cap, inertia reel seat belts.

EXTERIOR
This AVO Club registered stunning example is finished in striking and build specification, Sebring Red, (Code N). A remarkable survivor featured in many Ford hardback reference books, it boasts its originality proudly and correctly as manufactured by Fords Advanced Vehicle Operations. Owned by knowledgeable AVO Club Members this example has only ever had sympathetic conservation work and has never been completely restored. This includes the underside with all the correct AVO workmanship visible and commensurate with the 73,000 miles covered. Optional Quartz Iodine headlamps remain fitted along with FoMoCo rear lenses and the original front quarter chrome bumpers and rear chrome bumper have a mirror finish. Discreet RS badges are present and fitted. Rarely does a genuine and correct RS1600 come to market, especially an alloy block version, arguably making this the ultimate Mk1 high performance Escort.

INTERIOR
A Non-Custom cockpit fitted with Black padded GT-type seats, all in remarkable condition along with the rest of the interior. The leather rimmed RS three-spoke steering wheel, black headlining and L-design door cards are all undamaged. A genuine Mk1 Escort black carpet set replaced the original due to wear and all gauges and controls function along with the heater fan on both speed settings. The boot compartment is standard with the spare wheel correctly secured to the floor with the jack and wheel brace all within the hessian bag secured by a rubber strap. Marvellous.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Vitally important, this example is a matching numbers example still fitted with the Brian Hart alloy cylinder block installed to the few later produced cars enabling an increase in cylinder capacity to two litres to keep the cars competitive. The legendary Cosworth-designed BDA engine also boasts a 16-valve alloy cylinder head with the correct later twin Dellorto carburettors. With a 1601cc engine producing 120bhp, 0-60mph is despatched in 8.9secs and a top speed of 113mph is quoted. The cleanliness and detail under the bonnet is remarkable with the original Ford chassis plate and Special Build Order body plate proudly on display. The original 4-speed 2000E heavy duty gearbox is a sheer delight with a short throw action and a precise change.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Excellent and correct Silver Fox painted 5.5x13in spoke-style sports steel wheels are shod in Dunlop SP30 175/70 R13 tyres with ample tread. The remote servo-assistance brakes powered by the correct Girling Powerstop AHV 550 Mk2B helps grip the front discs and rear drums to offer by todays standards, fair braking performance.

HISTORY FILE
Believed to be one of the earliest surviving alloy-blocked cars to leave Aveley, this rare non-Custom was built in February 1973 and registered on the 1st August 1973 by F English Ltd, Ford RS dealers, to Mr Malcom Cluett. It has absolute traceable history from new commencing with a letter Mr Cluett explaining how he ordered a Monza Blue RS1600 with optional Quartz Iodine headlamps and inertia reel seat belts and on collection was presented with this Sebring Red car, albeit with the correct options! He even took a photo of his brand new RS1600 and it looks identical today! Detailed notes on each subsequent owner with accompanying invoices each time it was sold make fascinating reading. One such owner, previous RSOC Secretary Kevin Shortis, made a detailed video of the car in 1986 now transferred to a CD! There are also many historic photos taken by proud owners. This rare example is very well known to both the Ford AVO Owners Club and Ford RS Owners Club and has been previously valued by William Arnold, the Club RS1600 Registrar. It attended AVO National Day in 2009, the only time the current custodian of 15 years Darren Peacock, showed the car where it won best RS1600 and the glass trophy in the presentation case will be passed to the next owner. The vehicle has featured in both Rallye News and HAVOC and even in hard back books including; RS The Faster Fords by Jeremy Walton and Factory-Original Sporting Mk1 Escorts by Dan Williamson. In the latter, it features on the front cover and numerous photos of the car are used as reference to correct and unique features. A signed copy of the book is included in the history file along with an original brochure, price guide and workshop manuals. With such a special, correct and well documented example of the iconic RS1600, this is the one to have.

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A genuine AVO Mk1 Ford Escort Mexico with historic National Day awards.

EQUIPMENT
Advanced Vehicle Operations (AVO) Type 49 body, front quarter bumpers, flared wheel arches, strengthened chassis rails, strengthened flitch plates, reinforced front suspension strut top mounting plates, rear radius rods, safety glass, anti-burst locks, black painted aluminium grille, six pod sports binnacle, heater fan, two speed wiper, courtesy light. Factory fitted options; Cigar lighter, Custom Pack – nylon seats, sound deadening material, RS centre console with Kienzle clock, varnished wood trim panels, reclining RS type contoured front seats, heated rear window. Dealer Special Build Programme; RS wiper blade wind deflector.

EXTERIOR
Finished in brilliant Diamond White this genuine Mexico is stunning. Detailing extending to the underside and engine bay will please both owners and onlookers. Vital components such as the rear stone deflector held in by eight bolts in the boot floor and strengthened AVO workmanship are laid bare for all to see. The chrome, glass, and badges are in immaculate order with much of the glass still number plate etched. Some splits exist to the front and rear glass rubber. A few historic markings have been constantly present during the last 23 years of ownership and never prevented the car finishing in the top ten since 2004 at the prestigious Ford AVO National Days. A second place at the 2013 event being a true testament to the striking condition.

INTERIOR
True and exact in every respect to a Ford Mexico Custom Pack interior with hidden attention to detail beyond belief. Removing the pristine door cards will reveal components carefully removed, refurbished and painted. This theme is painstakingly continued throughout. The rare Kienzle clock housed within an uncut RS centre console joins all the other fully operational sports instrumentation providing at a glance concise information. The brushed nylon RS sports seats with optional headrests and button RS logos match a spotless loop pile carpet throughout. Only the varnished wood trim panel to the dash facia shows slight fade in an otherwise perfect interior. The boot area continues the showroom experience with unused tools complete with stickers neatly wrapped in the hessian bag resting on an impossible to source genuine unmarked boot mat.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Onlookers will marvel under the bonnet of this Escort Mexico as it is so clean. The GT crossflow unit with the 711M block has been worked on by renown Vulcan Engineering with the aim of originality in their costly 110 Spec upgrade including conversion of the cylinder head to run on unleaded. Photos of the stripped engine are in the history file. Near impossible to source and correct components grace this engine from the obvious Fomoco radiator to the inconspicuous dipstick bracket. Expect performance of the 1660cc engine to easily match the quoted 85bhp with 0 to 60mph in 10.7 seconds and a top speed over 100mph. The 4-speed synchromesh gearbox was fully rebuilt in by BGH Geartech Ltd with an aluminium bell housing and AP heavy duty clutch proving perfect changes every time.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
This car it is fitted with the spoke style sculptured pressed steel wheels measuring 5.5x13in finished in Silver Fox with plain stainless steel hubcaps all bright. New Michelin 165 HR13 have been fitted. Optional Minilite Sport Alloys, as available through the Ford Dealer Special Build Programme, are available as an alternative. A pressed steel spare is strapped and angled in the boot. The vacuum servo-assistance brakes run on the standard single line braking system with M16 front calipers on solid discs and Lockheed 9” rear brakes.

HISTORY FILE
Built at Fords Advanced Vehicle Operations factory in Aveley in July 1973 this vehicle has only had seven owners from new. The third owner, Mr Farris joined the AVO club in 1979 and this rare car became the 50th Mexico to be added to the register. A beautiful catalogue of history accompanies the vehicle with detailed photographs taken each time any work has been carried out. This encompasses a 14 week engine rebuild in 1983 as featured in HAVOC, (The AVO Owners Club publication) to a bare metal respray in 2002, to a recent CD file revealing intricate detailing work such as the removal and refurbishment of the fuel tank amongst other things.

An extensive collection of invoices, MOT certificates and home produced technical specification sheets are included. The original owner literature including the Escort Mexico Owner’s Handbook encased in the A5 Ford Sure wallet remains with the spare keys. A previous owner has requested, after making the difficult decision to part with the car, that all trophies, medals, plaques and crystal awards remain with him as a memento of his tremendous efforts. Sold by KGF Classic Cars in 2013 and again in 2016, we are delighted to offer this vehicle a third time to the next discerning collector and Blue Oval enthusiast.

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