1979 Ford

⭕ THE SALE

This 1979 Ford Escort RS2000 is currently in a 2-week auction on our website. This is our guide price, i.e. what we think the car is worth in the current market, however, the reserve will be lower. You can read much more about the car, see of hundreds of detailed photos and videos of it, and ask the seller any questions on our website: we can't add links on this platform, so please search for "Trade Classics" on Google.

⭕ VEHICLE SUMMARY

A true icon of the fast Ford era, the RS2000 blends timeless styling, engaging performance, and enduring collector appeal.

The Ford Escort RS2000 stands as one of the most iconic performance cars of its era, capturing everything that made late-1970s Ford engineering so special.

Built on the lightweight and already well-regarded Escort platform, the RS2000 took a familiar everyday car and injected it with genuine sporting intent. With its distinctive droop-snoot front end, wider track, and purposeful stance, it immediately set itself apart from standard Escorts, signalling that this was something far more focused and engaging.

Under the bonnet, an upgraded 1980's Sierra engine gives the RS2000 additional character - delivering strong mid-range punch, a lively throttle response, and a soundtrack that perfectly matches its raw, mechanical feel. It wasn’t about refinement or modern comforts; it was always about driver connection with this car.

Inside, the RS2000 kept things simple and driver-focused, reinforcing its no-frills performance ethos. Everything was designed to serve the driving experience rather than distract from it.

This car has been known to the family for many years, where the Ford was purchased by the current owners wife's uncle, and previous to this, the car was initially purchased from a local dealership. The Escort has been through several variations of restoration projects, features an upgraded Sierra engine, carries 2 sets of keys and an upgraded Sony cassette / multi-disc CD stereo system.

Today, the RS2000 is more than just a classic Ford - it’s a symbol of a golden era of accessible performance, cherished by those in the know for its motorsport heritage, its mechanical purity, and the unmistakable sense of character it brings every time it’s driven. This one is well suited to collectors and enthusiasts alike, with a little interior work to do, but overall, really functional and a lovely car.

⭕ VEHICLE DETAIL

We've written a longer and more detailed description of this vehicle on our website, which will answer all of your burning questions. To see the car on our site then just search for us, Trade Classics, on Google.

⭕ BEFORE YOU CALL US

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⭕ ABOUT US

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