1992 Ford Escort RS Cosworth
- Just one owner from new
- Only 20,200 miles
- Original and unmodified condition
- Large T3 Turbo model
- Stunning time-warp condition
| YEAR | 1992 |
| MAKE | Ford |
| PRICE | £120,000 |
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
There are exceptional Escort Cosworth’s, and then there are cars such as this. Registered new in 1992, this remarkable Ford Escort RS Cosworth has had just one owner from new and has covered an astonishing 20,000 miles.
Finished in the iconic combination of Diamond White with its original grey leather Recaro interior, it represents one of the finest surviving examples of Ford’s legendary homologation special.
Presented in genuine concours condition throughout, this is an Escort Cosworth that has clearly been cherished from the day it left the supplying Ford dealership. Every panel, trim piece and interior surface reflects its exceptionally careful ownership, creating an experience that feels remarkably close to stepping into a Ford showroom in 1992.
Perhaps most impressive is the extraordinary history file that accompanies the car, which contains the original owner’s manuals and service literature, together with the Ford Customer Service Record Assurance Certificate supplied on delivery. A fascinating collection of original tax discs charts the car’s life through the decades, while both factory immobilisers, the original locking wheel nut and numerous factory accessories remain with the vehicle.
Even details that rarely survive have been preserved, including the original, unopened Ford screen wash bottle, still stored in the boot exactly as supplied when new—a wonderful illustration of just how carefully this Cosworth has been kept.
Mechanically, this is one of the highly desirable early production Escort RS Cosworth’s, identifiable by its distinctive blue cam cover and the legendary Garrett T3 turbocharger. These early cars are revered by enthusiasts as the purest specification, offering immense tuning potential—many examples have been developed to produce well in excess of 400bhp.
This car, however, has never followed that route. Instead, it remains exactly as Ford intended, retaining its original factory specification and delivering the authentic driving experience that made the Escort Cosworth one of the defining performance cars of the 1990s.
Finding an Escort Cosworth is not difficult, but finding a one owner, 20,000 genuine miles example with this level of originality and such extraordinary preservation is exceptionally difficult, and almost impossible.
This is quite simply a collector-grade example that would grace the finest Ford or performance car collection, while remaining every bit as exciting to drive as it was over thirty years ago.
MODEL HISTORY
Developed to satisfy FIA Group A homologation requirements for the World Rally Championship, the Escort RS Cosworth combined the proven mechanical package of the Sierra RS Cosworth 4×4 but with a shortened Escort platform, creating one of the most celebrated performance Fords ever produced.
Although wearing Escort bodywork, beneath the skin the car shared much of its engineering with the Sierra Cosworth, including Ferguson four-wheel drive and the formidable turbocharged 2.0-litre Cosworth YBT engine. Producing 227bhp in standard form, it offered astonishing performance for its era, reaching 60mph in around 5.5 seconds while providing exceptional traction in all conditions.
Its unmistakable styling, dominated by the dramatic bi-plane “whale tail” rear spoiler, quickly established the Escort RS Cosworth as an icon. Just as comfortable on a rally stage as it was on the road, it became one of the defining performance cars of the early 1990s and remains one of Ford’s greatest engineering achievements.
Early examples are particularly sought after, thanks to their blue cam cover engine and larger Garrett T3 turbocharger. While many cars were modified during their lives, completely original survivors have become increasingly difficult to find and are now regarded amongst the most collectible modern Fords ever built.
Today, the Escort RS Cosworth occupies a place alongside the greatest homologation specials of its generation, combining motorsport pedigree, thrilling performance and exceptional appeal.