This Mk2 Ford Escort RS2000 is a sought-after classic performance saloon, offered in highly original condition and benefitting from a recent full glass-out respray. It is powered by a 2.0-litre naturally aspirated ‘Cortina’ inline-four, producing around 94bhp, driven through the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. The odometer shows 70,731 Kms from new, though this cannot be warranted. The car is understood to be an Australian-built model, making it one of just 880 four-door examples produced at the Homebush factory. This Escort RS2000 is finished in the eye-catching hue of Monza Red with a black front grille, rear spoiler, bumpers and door mirrors, as well as RS2000 stripes and decals. Inside, the cabin is trimmed in black leatherette with red stripes on the door cards, and the Scheel sports seats covered in black cloth, with leatherette backs and sides. The car rides on a set of period-correct 14-inch Globe ‘Bathurst’ alloy wheels, shod with Lanvigator Catchgre GP tyres. The factory specification includes a three-spoke vinyl-trimmed steering wheel, ventilation and a heater, a heated rear windscreen, and fog lights. This RS2000 features an upgraded Pioneer stereo with parcel shelf-mounted speakers. The vehicle will be accompanied by period copies of Wheels and Practical Classics magazine which feature the model, a more modern issue of Unique Cars magazine, the Ford car radio owner’s manual, five original multi-spoke alloy wheels, and a spare Globe ‘Bathurst wheel. The number plate shown in the photos is not included in the sale. There is no known bodywork damage. The car has had a full glass-out respray due to damage sustained from a bushfire outside the shed the vehicle was stored in, with the heat blistering two panels. The respray included the replacement of the front and rear windscreen rubbers, four door rubbers, and a new decal kit. The recently resprayed Monza Red paintwork is reported to be in excellent condition. There is some slight warping on the front bumper, slight misalignment of the rear offside quarter decal stripes, and a small crack on the offside lower edge of the front bumper. Inside, the cabin is presented in great shape. There are some minor blemishes on the steering wheel, light ‘patina’ on the climate controls and Pioneer stereo, some wear on the gear knob, mild discolouration on the dashboard switches, some blemishes and missing trim on the driver’s-side C-pillar, scratches on the parcel shelf-mounted speakers, some minor chips in the driver’s door close, a small area of damage on the driver’s seat folding mechanism trim, light ‘patina’ on the rear door handles, and very slight stretching on the seats, but no wear or discolouration whatsoever. There are no known mechanical or electrical faults, and there are no warning lights showing on the dashboard. The car’s last RWC test was conducted in August 2021, resulting in a clean pass with no advisories. This RS2000’s most recent general maintenance was carried out in June 2022, which included a fluid change and inspection. This Ford Escort RS2000 is a rare classic performance saloon, offered in highly original condition but benefitting from a recent full glass-out respray. Understood to be one of just 880 four-door Australian-built examples, it would make an excellent addition to any marque enthusiast’s garage, and an engaging companion for spirited drives on its new owner’s favourite roads. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.