An Iconic, Very Rare Mk2 Ford Escort RS Mexico in Show Condition - SOLD!

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An iconic, very rare Mk2 Ford Escort RS Mexico in show condition.
EQUIPMENT
Two circular halogen headlights, front air dam, rubberised tail spoiler, unique bodyside stripes, 'Mexico' decals, black door mirrors, laminated windscreen, simulated leather covered sports steering wheel, hazard warning flashers, heated rear window, separate fuel, water temperature and oil pressure gauges, padded sun visors, two-speed heater, aeroflow ventilation with eye ball vents.
EXTERIOR
The exterior of this RS Mexico is impeccable in every respect. Finished in Diamond White it has a deep, gloss shine which is amazing and an absolute pleasure to polish. The distinctive squared-up nose styling has no stone chips and informs knowledgeable onlookers the scarcity of this model only built between January 1976 and July 1978. All the trim is perfect, window rubbers are black and all decals are correct and present. An optional and genuine Ford rear fog lamp is supplied still boxed but not fitted so as not to hole the rear valance. This prime example has been extensively detailed including the underside and engine bay and now presents itself as a stunning show piece.
INTERIOR
The interior of this RS Mexico offers simple sporting pleasure. The twin high back reclining Scheel front seats are finished in Black fabric upholstery with head restraints and are perfectly clean along with the carpets and unmarked door cards. All the gauges and warning lights function correctly with the 'RS' logo within the five white needle instrument cluster reminding the driver how special this Ford is A facia mounted glove pocket with working clock is fitted and the two-speed fan operates on both settings. The dash has no cracks and the heated rear window does not work. The boot area is immaculate and retains the correct Ford car jack and wheel brace in the hessian bag on the boot mat. Naughtily nostalgic.
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Visually identical from the same era and part of the 'Pinto' family, a 1993cc OHC with 4-branch exhaust manifold performs faultlessly and is a recognised period improvement to the 1593cc unit. Completely rebuilt to a high standard and able to run on unleaded this engine produces 110bhp allowing comfortable modern day use. A top speed of 108mph and 0-60mph in 8.5 seconds can be ecpected. Again, for real enjoyable use, a Type-9 5-speed Ford gearbox is fitted with a new AP clutch allowing fast and beautifully progressive gear changes with comfortable motorway cruising.
WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
This vehicle it fitted with the highly desirable and increasingly expensive Ford RS Ronal 7JX13 bright silver alloys with correct RS centre caps in immaculate condition. Correctly dated 6JX13 RS alloys as fitted optionally from new in un-refurbished condition can be supplied as an alternative. New 185/60 R13 Nankang tyres are fitted. Vacuum servo assisted front disc brakes and rear drum brakes offer adequate stopping power but require familiarisation compared to modern standards.
HISTORY FILE
With only around 2,500 Mk2 Ford Mexico's made, (source Ford RS Owners Club), this car represents a rare breed! Positioned awkwardly in price and specification between a 1600 Sport and an RS2000 when new the Mexico had a very short production run and therefore is now a highly sought after model amongst collectors. This particular example has enjoyed only seven former keepers, the last being Mr Gordon Scott, the reputable Chairman of the Durham RS Owners Club and keeper of the car for 17 years. Faced with the dilemma of building a concours car or an immaculate usable example the later was chosen. This results in the lucky new owner having a show condition crowd pleaser but with bundles of useable rear wheel drive fun these cars are ultimately known for! Not to be missed.
MOT March 2015, HPI Clear, Approved Used Car Check.

[@DTFilmProductions]

I presume this was filmed on a Canon SLR what stabilizer did you use to get the smooth footage as you moved around?

[@GRAHAM5020]

Another stunning find, rarer than the RS2000 as just as good, sometimes wonder if Ford ever regretted stopping production of the more powerful Mk2s as the Mk3 XR3 wasn't a patch on the rear drive Mk2s.

[@jay-bk9fo]

Totally different drive went from 1600e's to RS l👀kalikes them had a beautiful RS2000 in black,black vinyl roof,bronze tints (uhhh regret selling it to this very day) and went into the RS1600i's had a few of them and between the rear wheel Escorts and Front wheel ie:power rear and front its a totally different drive, both good with tweeks in the right places. But for me personally there was a lot of fun to be had with the rear wheel power and although I drive a mapped tweeked Audi now thats a nice drive nothing is conparable to the thrills of a well powered RS2000. If it still exists ,the owner of NWX 94V is one lucky soul.

[@hboorizza6439]

Love this it's a gem them seats are brilliant, amazing example love the under body work that RS in the middle of the ignition lights is special .👋🏻🇬🇧I haven't seen meny 1.6 sports are they super rare now.

[@KGFClassicCars]

Great example!

[@stuartjamieson2427]

Class

[@KGFClassicCars]

Thank you!

[@nathaniredale6210]

I no its 6 years ago but that was very smart

[@KGFClassicCars]

Thank you for watching!

[@MrRikard1994]

Cool car.

[@KGFClassicCars]

Thanks!

[@Nemesiscrx]

how much it sold guys?

[@Robcatist]

My god look at this thing it looks like a new car and the doors shut nicely, I had a signal yellow one in 1990 absolute rot box put a 2.0 in it when the 1.6 let go and of course told the insurance company the thing literally fell apart in the end.

[@KGFClassicCars]

Thank you for your comment!

[@keithjennings4683]

Speechless,how do you manage to find them?

[@KGFClassicCars]

Keith Jennings with great difficulty!

[@malcolmmorrison4937]

In my time I owned a mk 1escort mexico.A mk1 rs 2000.A mk2rs2000 but i have never heard of a rs mexico. ford also brought out an escort harrier 1600 about1978- 1980.I bought a mk2 rs 2000 in 1980 and it was the worst rs that I ever bought.

[@KGFClassicCars]

Thank you for sharing!

[@davidfarmer2049]

What is an "iconic" car?

[@KGFClassicCars]

Yes it is!

[@ashleychambers7602]

If someone needs to explain that to you I think your on the wrong channel