MARKET ANALYSIS
MK2 (1975 to 1980)

The Ford Escort Mk2 (1975–1980) is a quintessential hero of the 2026 Australian classic market, having transitioned from a ubiquitous family commuter to one of the most liquid and high-value assets in the domestic enthusiast scene. Market values in Australia for a standard 1.6L or 2.0L sedan generally sit between $25,000 and $45,000 AUD, while genuine, matching-numbers RS2000s (including the unique Australian-only four-door version) have surged to between $75,000 and $115,000 AUD for top-tier examples. Its desirability is dual-pronged: older collectors prize its "Pinto" powered heritage and Bathurst racing pedigree, while a younger buyer pool of drift and rally enthusiasts targets the Mk2 for its legendary rear-wheel-drive balance and ease of modification. Locally, the most sought-after survivors are those that have escaped the "common bodge" or severe structural rust in the sills and heater bubbles, with "rotisserie-restored" shells often commanding a significant premium over older restorations.
The Ford Escort Mk2 (1975–1980) is a quintessential hero of the 2026 Australian classic market, having transitioned from a ubiquitous family commuter to one of the most liquid and high-value assets in the domestic enthusiast scene. Market values in Australia for a standard 1.6L or 2.0L sedan generally sit between $25,000 and $45,000 AUD, while genuine, matching-numbers RS2000s (including the unique Australian-only four-door version) have surged to between $75,000 and $115,000 AUD for top-tier ex…
Model years for Ford Escort (1975 to 1980)

1978 FORD ESCORT MK2 CUSTOM
3,800 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Perth, Western Australia
$49,875
Auction
Jan 28, 2022
1980 FORD ESCORT (MK2) RS2000
70,731 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Oakleigh, VIC
$28,500
Auction
Aug 22, 2022
1979 FORD ESCORT MK2 - MEXICO TRIBUTE
61,987 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Helensvale, QLD
$67,000
Auction
Jun 12, 2023
1980 Ford Escort (Mk2) RS2000
84,642 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Yellingbo, VIC
$30,000
Auction
Dec 11, 2023