1987 FORD SIERRA

An exceptional, highly original Sierra RS Cosworth with only 40,000 miles, two owners, and fully documented provenance — including a period Top Gear appearance with Tiff Needell. A rare chance to secure one of the best surviving examples.

Key Highlights

• 40,000 miles from new

• Only two former owners

• Full and continuous history file

• Featured on early Top Gear episode with Tiff Needell

• Unmodified example with period‑correct stainless exhaust

• Original panels with factory stampings

• Bare‑metal respray in 2008 (£8,000+) — exceptional paint condition

• Recent dry‑ice underside preservation

• Stored and maintained by TheCarCrowd since 2021

Condition & Originality

• Factory‑correct engine bay and components

• Original Ford‑stamped body panels and structure

• Zero corrosion issues — seams and welds intact

• Interior fully original with all components functioning

• RECARO seats in excellent condition (minor wear on driver bolster)

• Uncut parcel shelf and factory audio — rarely seen

• Immaculate refurbished original alloys + original spare (1986‑dated tyre)

Mechanical

• 2.0‑litre YB turbo engine pulls strongly and performs as intended

• Starts cleanly and drives true to factory specification

• OEM suspension and components recently refreshed

• Chassis, brakes and underside in excellent condition

• Dry‑ice underside treatment applied for long‑term preservation

History & Provenance

• Full service history with stamped book and invoices

• Every MOT retained since 1989

• All original tax discs present

• Two enthusiast keepers from new

• Featured on early Top Gear episode (Tiff Needell)

Custodianship with TheCarCrowd

Acquired by TheCarCrowd in 2021, stored in climate‑controlled conditions, used sparingly only for enthusiast events, and maintained correctly throughout. Recently treated with dry‑ice cleaning to preserve underside originality.

Summary

A truly standout RS Cosworth that meets every benchmark for top‑tier collectability — originality, provenance, low mileage, and expert preservation. Cars of this calibre are increasingly scarce and highly sought after among serious Ford and performance collectors.

Next Steps

• Viewing available by appointment

• Test drives available with refundable deposit

• Finance options available via specialist partners

For enquiries or to arrange a private viewing, contact TheCarCrowd.

Price on Application