A superb example of this 80's modern classic which has previously spent a number of years in dry storage which is believed to be 1 of 820 righthand drive RS1600is produced in black, and notes that it is still equipped with its original bodyshell, not to mention the AFT twin coil electronic ignition that was unique to these cars when new. , The RS1600i was a homologation special developed by Ford in Germany to compete in Group N and Group A touring car races. The production requirement of motorsport’s governing body was for 5,000 examples but, due to high demand from the public, 8,659 were eventually produced, around 2,600 of which were built especially for the UK market. The RS1600i was the first RS model to drive from the front end, the first production Ford to be equipped with computer-controlled ignition, and the first Escort to feature fuel injection. It was based on the third generation Escort Ghia, though given a sporting rather than luxury interior complete with RS sport seats. The main changes were to the 1597cc CVH engine, the major upgrade to which was the fitment of Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, as previously found in Ford’s 2.8i Capri and Granada models., This car also benefits from recently having the timing belt and water pump replaced in 2024 along with general maintenance and servicing and presents its self in great order all ready for the next keeper to enjoy. , Black, £22,990