1973 Ford Escort Mk1 Mexico - from 36 years ownership

1973

136,104 miles

Manual

Petrol

£20,000 – £25,000

Estimate range

Bidding starts 15 Nov at 11:00

Listing Source

Iconic Auctioneers

Auction

Auction Date

Sunday, 15 November 2026

Starts at 11:00

52 days until auction

Estimate

£20,000 - £25,000

Location

United Kingdom

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Buyer notes

In single Ford-enthusiast ownership since 1990.
Recent work includes a full recommissioning, unleaded head and upgraded radiator.
Believed to retain its original Type 49 bodyshell.
Supplied with an accompanying package of relevant spare parts.

The bodyshell has been overhauled as required and rust-treated early in life.

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About the Mexico

The Ford Escort Mexico (1970-1974) celebrated the 1970 London-Mexico World Cup Rally win. 1.6 Kent with 86hp, lowered suspension, strengthened bodyshell. Around 10,000 built. Iconic nameplate. Values from £25k.

Known Issues to Watch For

Escort Mk1: Engine - Kent crossflow robust with excellent parts. BDA twin-cam (RS1600/Twin Cam) needs specialist care, expensive to rebuild. Pinto (RS2000) - timing belt. Gearbox - 4-speed, ok. Body - RUST is critical. Sills are structural, floors, inner wings, front crossmember, rear arches, boot floor. Restoration panels available. Suspension - leaf spring rear. Values rising steadily, especially RS models. Budget £1-4k annually.

Desirable Options

RS1600 (holy grail), Twin Cam (rare), RS2000, Mexico, Good bodywork critical, Matching numbers