12th May, 2024 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle May 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1988 Ford Escort XR3i Convertible
***NO RESERVE***
Registration - E688 FUR
Chassis No. - WF0LXXGKALJG01571
M.O.T. - May 2024
Odometer - 41,665
A fantastic example of Eighties motoring, this Ford Escort XR3i Convertible is presented all in white – from bodywork to interior, and even including the convertible roof. ‘E688 FUR’ is a special Tennis Edition model, with the vendor stating that it is only one of 150 right-hand drive models produced, making for an extremely rare car now. Fitted with the XR3i powertrain of 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine, here with five-speed manual gearbox, ‘E688 FUR’ has factory-fitted white leather seats and RS body ki, including alloy wheels and boot-lid spoiler. The vendor also states that it also comes with ABS brakes, electric windows, electric wing mirrors, a heated windscreen, and electric folding roof.
Offered with a folder of paperwork, showing some service history and receipts of work, it includes MOTs that seem to support the indicated 41,665 miles on the clock. ‘E688 FUR’ has been in the vendor’s care for the past six years, and has been valeted, with a ceramic coating applied to the paintwork. It is described by them as in ‘good’ condition throughout, from electrics and interior, to paint, bodywork, transmission, and engine.
Ford offered its XR3i Convertible over three different generations of Escorts – the Mk III, Mk IV, and Mk V. Arriving with the Mk III in 1984, the XR3i Convertible wasn’t technically called as such until early 1986. With the same power as the hatchback model, it ran until 1990 in Mk IV guise, and then returned to market with the Mk V, which lasted until 1997.
· Special Tennis Edition of Ford’s Escort XR3i Convertible.
· Strikingly presented in white exterior and interior.
· Highly-specified example, with lots of factory fitted equipment.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - E688 FUR
Chassis No. - WF0LXXGKALJG01571
M.O.T. - May 2024
Odometer - 41,665
A fantastic example of Eighties motoring, this Ford Escort XR3i Convertible is presented all in white – from bodywork to interior, and even including the convertible roof. ‘E688 FUR’ is a special Tennis Edition model, with the vendor stating that it is only one of 150 right-hand drive models produced, making for an extremely rare car now. Fitted with the XR3i powertrain of 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine, here with five-speed manual gearbox, ‘E688 FUR’ has factory-fitted white leather seats and RS body ki, including alloy wheels and boot-lid spoiler. The vendor also states that it also comes with ABS brakes, electric windows, electric wing mirrors, a heated windscreen, and electric folding roof.
Offered with a folder of paperwork, showing some service history and receipts of work, it includes MOTs that seem to support the indicated 41,665 miles on the clock. ‘E688 FUR’ has been in the vendor’s care for the past six years, and has been valeted, with a ceramic coating applied to the paintwork. It is described by them as in ‘good’ condition throughout, from electrics and interior, to paint, bodywork, transmission, and engine.
Ford offered its XR3i Convertible over three different generations of Escorts – the Mk III, Mk IV, and Mk V. Arriving with the Mk III in 1984, the XR3i Convertible wasn’t technically called as such until early 1986. With the same power as the hatchback model, it ran until 1990 in Mk IV guise, and then returned to market with the Mk V, which lasted until 1997.
· Special Tennis Edition of Ford’s Escort XR3i Convertible.
· Strikingly presented in white exterior and interior.
· Highly-specified example, with lots of factory fitted equipment.
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle May 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 12th May, 2024
Our June auction of classic and performance cars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 11th May,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 12th May 9am - 12 noon
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