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Ford Escort
Mk2 - Escort RS (1975-1980)
Lot 18 -1980 Ford Escort RS2000 Custom
1980
Manual
Petrol
Main Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG23 5QX
Sold
Sold on 18 Mar 2026
Listing Source
H&H Classics
Auction
Auction Ended
Wednesday, 18 March 2026
Estimate
£40,000 - £50,000
Location
United Kingdom
About the Escort RS2000
The Ford Escort RS2000 Mk2 (1976-1980) had the distinctive droopsnoot front and 2.0 Pinto with 110hp. Around 5,500 UK cars built. The iconic RS. Values from £40k.
Known Issues to Watch For
Escort Mk2 RS: Engine - BDA (RS1800) needs specialist care, expensive. Pinto (RS2000) - timing belt, generally reliable. Gearbox - 4-speed. Body - RUST critical. Same areas as Mk1. Droopsnoot (RS2000) - check for damage/poor repairs. Values rising rapidly. RS1800 extremely rare. Budget £2-5k annually.
Desirable Options
RS1800 (extremely rare), RS2000 droopsnoot, Mexico Mk2, Good bodywork, Period rally history
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower110 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1980
Body StyleCoupe
ColourBlue
Production Info
Production Years1976 - 1980
GenerationMk2
Listing Source
H&H Classics
Auction
Auction Ended
Wednesday, 18 March 2026
Estimate
£40,000 - £50,000
Location
United Kingdom
Price on request
1980Manual
