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Ford has built a lot of rare cars over the years, and the RS versions of its models are among the most sought-after on the second-hand market.
Recently, we’ve come across a 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth that has been put up for auction. The example has only covered 6,000 miles since new, and comes back to the market after being kept in a barn in the last 16 years.
Usually, barn finds are vehicles that have been “forgotten” in various storage facilities, but this example has been maintained over the years. The current owner has receipts to prove the work, even though many components are original and did not require servicing.
However, to restore the car to a perfect condition, some work will be necessary. Fortunately, this example would not need extensive repairs of the body, as it has never been crashed and does not show significant rust.
Its electrical system is said to be in good condition, as is its rolling gear, although we would go for a fresh set of bushings and a fluid change if we were to buy a vehicle that was not driven for so long.
According to the VIN, this car was built in September 1986 at Ford’s facility in Koln, Germany. It was supplied to the “Trimoco” Ford dealer in Dunstable, where it was stored until September 1989, when it was first registered. Its first owner drove it for a total of 600 miles. The second owner bought it in 1994, and kept it for six years.
Before the year 2000, the Sierra RS Cosworth we are writing about was driven to several events dedicated to rare cars, as the second owner of the vehicle was a Concours enthusiast. Its current owner claims the vehicle still has its original paint, and is in perfect and unrestored condition. However, it will require a bit of attention on the hood as well as the undercarriage, as these areas have issues with paint finish.
The specialists at Silverstone Auctions estimate this car will sell for something between £40,000 and £50,000, but the limited-edition model is expected to increase its value over the years if it is well looked after.
Usually, barn finds are vehicles that have been “forgotten” in various storage facilities, but this example has been maintained over the years. The current owner has receipts to prove the work, even though many components are original and did not require servicing.
However, to restore the car to a perfect condition, some work will be necessary. Fortunately, this example would not need extensive repairs of the body, as it has never been crashed and does not show significant rust.
Its electrical system is said to be in good condition, as is its rolling gear, although we would go for a fresh set of bushings and a fluid change if we were to buy a vehicle that was not driven for so long.
According to the VIN, this car was built in September 1986 at Ford’s facility in Koln, Germany. It was supplied to the “Trimoco” Ford dealer in Dunstable, where it was stored until September 1989, when it was first registered. Its first owner drove it for a total of 600 miles. The second owner bought it in 1994, and kept it for six years.
Before the year 2000, the Sierra RS Cosworth we are writing about was driven to several events dedicated to rare cars, as the second owner of the vehicle was a Concours enthusiast. Its current owner claims the vehicle still has its original paint, and is in perfect and unrestored condition. However, it will require a bit of attention on the hood as well as the undercarriage, as these areas have issues with paint finish.
The specialists at Silverstone Auctions estimate this car will sell for something between £40,000 and £50,000, but the limited-edition model is expected to increase its value over the years if it is well looked after.
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