Looking to buy a classic ford

[TonyF]

Narrowed it down to either a 2.8 injection special or a 280 Brooklands.
Not sure which one to go for.
My reasons for purchase is mainly investment but also to use sparingly to go to classic car shows etc. Needs to be a restored car for me pretty much.
Which one would you recommend ?

[pomodori]

280 Brooklands was limited to just over 1000 cars ,is significantly more desirable and expensive.

If you want a properly rare MK3 ,you need to find a RS2800 turbo.

[LanceRS]

pomodori said:

280 Brooklands was limited to just over 1000 cars ,is significantly more desirable and expensive.

If you want a properly rare MK3 ,you need to find a RS2800 turbo.

As far as I know there is only one left in the county. It’s probably a bit too much of a niche car for an investment, unless someone is looking for one at the time you want to sell, you will be stuck with it. The standard car is nicer and easier to drive too.

[TonyF]

Bought a 280 brooklands in the end, 2 owner car with just over 20k miles from new.
Very extensive history files supplied with car so very happy.
Thanks for your comments.

[stevemcs]

TonyF said:

Bought a 280 brooklands in the end, 2 owner car with just over 20k miles from new.
Very extensive history files supplied with car so very happy.
Thanks for your comments.

Sounds like a nice car but we may need pictures ......

Do you expect it to appreciate in value ? I'm not sure if classics have peaked.

[TonyF]

Picking her up on weds evening this week so will put some pictures up by the weekend.
Hoping it will appreciate as they are rising in value right now for good examples but hey, as always it’s that crystal ball moment.... not the be all and end all if she doesn’t appreciate as I’m planning to keep the car for a good few years.

[TonyF]

Views on an RS500 Focus 2700 miles from new ? Is it worth a punt.

[LanceRS]

TonyF said:

Views on an RS500 Focus 2700 miles from new ? Is it worth a punt.

Not to my mind. They seem to have held value surprisingly well, but there is no real heritage. I think that they will always command a premium over the standard car but buy it because you want it rather than just an investment.

[TonyF]

Ok thanks for your input.

[stevemcs]

I thought thats was going to be a proper RS500 with 2700 miles then read the word Focus .... I don't think the RS500 makes it worth anymore than the standard RS Focus, personally i'd rather an ultimate green RS.

I think the money is in the MK1 Focus RS and possibly the Racing Puma. However classics such as the RS, XR;s Capris and Cortinas are in demand because people in their 40's and 50's couldn't afford them when they were younger and lusted after them. I don't see the youth of today having anywhere near the same level of interest in cars as we did.