Footnotes

Intended to spearhead Ford's international rallying campaign, the Escort RS Cosworth made its winning debut in Spain's Talavera Rally in 1990. Production commenced in 1992 and the car entered World Rally Championship competition the following year, enjoying outstanding success in the hands of works drivers Francois Delecour and Miki Biasion. Although the RS Cosworth strongly resembled the Escort road car, it was in fact based on a shortened Sierra 4x4 floorpan and used the latter's running gear. The power unit was Cosworth's familiar, 2.0-litre, 16-valve, four-cylinder turbo, in road trim producing 227bhp. All that horsepower in a nimble, compact car made for stupendous performance - 0-60mph in 6.2 seconds, 138mph top speed - and the end of production in 1996 was a sad day for many.

An example of the fully equipped 'Lux' version, this Escort RS Cosworth has featured on the front cover of 'Encyclopaedia of Supercars' magazine (copy in document file). The car was purchased by the current vendor in 2011, its previous owner having been a member of the RS Owners Club. Noteworthy features include leather-upholstered Recaro seats, a sunroof and air conditioning (in working order). Forming part of a private collection, 'H7 COS' has been used only infrequently since acquisition and currently displays a total of 39,749 miles on the odometer. The car comes with all MoTs from the first (issued in 1999) to date, while the service history consists of the original service booklet, fully stamped up to 39,500 miles (April 2012) together with sundry invoices. Servicing has been carried out by main dealers (initially) and subsequently by independent specialists. Recent works (April 2012) include a full check over, service and replacement of the timing belt (invoice on file). Completely original in very way, including the paintwork, 'H7 COS' is described as in generally excellent condition, having wanted for nothing. Taxed and MoT'd to July 2014, the car is offered with an original sales brochure, list of previous owners, V5C registration document and two sets of keys.