1987 FORD SIERRA COSWORTH RS500
Just 500 extra special examples of the 150mph Ford Sierra RS 500 Cosworth went on sale in Britain on August 1st 1987. This more powerful ‘Evolution’ model was introduced to allow Ford to develop the original production run of 5,000 needed to allow the Sierra RS Cosworth to be homologated for International Touring Car Racing in the Group A class.
or modifications from standard. The interior is also completely original and standard with the seats displaying no wear or discolouration and all dials and gauges operate perfectly and show healthy readings. Even the boot is factory fresh with the first aid kit still in its protective film. Silverstone Auctions have never seen a more original or more authentic example.
Aston Martin at Tickford were assigned to convert the 500 cars. Work included upgrading engines to 224bhp (with the potential to exceed 400bhp with extra boost in race trim), numerous aerodynamic enhancements including a 30mm lip spoiler applied directly to the rear edge of the tailgate to increase rear downforce. New and larger cooling ducts for both the brakes and the engine intercooler were added at the front in addition to a larger and more effective chin spoiler, known as a “”splitter”. The car was only available through 90 nominated RS specialist dealers and was sold for the price of £19,950.
Interestingly this Cossie was supplied new by Ford main dealers, Premier Motors in the Isle of Wight to it’s first owner on 17-09-1987 ~ a certain Gabriele Rafanelli ~ who was the wealthy owner of Motor Sport Team Bigazzi and a well-known serial car collector. It remained under his care at his French home until the late 1990’s covering just 8,500 miles under his ownership. It then passed hands for the first time to the equally well known Chairman of the German Cosworth Club, Eckhard Lips.
This car is one of just 56 examples of the Sierra Cosworth RS500 finished in White and has the standard Roma grey interior. In true ‘time warp’ condition, this warranted 13,000 miles from new car merits very close inspection indeed. The exterior wears its original factory paint that has not faded, the original undamaged ATS wheels are present, now shod with Dunlop SP Sport 2000 205/50R15 tyres - the spare has never been fitted. The engine bay is totally original with no upgrades
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Registration: E84 CDB Chassis Number: WFOEXXGBBEGG38798 Engine Number: GG38798 Estimate (£): 70,000 - 80,000
It returned to the UK in 2002 and was finally tracked down and purchased by a renowned Ford RS expert and collector. Later acquired by our vendor as part of a significant collection, the car has been professionally stored and only been used for shows and exhibitions in recent times with little road use. Offered with a comprehensive history file which includes all old tax discs, MoT certificates and service bills, this well-known, highly respected and truly collectable example is ready to use and enjoy with a current MOT until March 2016.
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