A Preserved Collectors Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth with Just 36,158 Miles. £31,995 HD
FOR SALE A preserved collectors Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth with just 36,158 miles. EQUIPMENT Bodyside mouldings with grey insert, polycarbonate bumpers, integral front air dam, colour coded door mirrors, heated front windscreen, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, tinted glass, bonnet cooling vents, homofocal headlights, headlamp wash/wipe, rear window aerial, colour coded rear spoiler, extended centre console, quartz digital clock, fascia light dimmer, leather gearknob and three spoke sports steering wheel, graphic information module, map reading lamps, fascia light dimmer, tilt and slide sunroof, central locking, front and rear electric windows, integral rear headrests. Dealer fitted accessory; Ford front window wind deflectors. EXTERIOR The commanding exterior of this early RS Sapphire Cosworth is finished in original and desirable Ford Moonstone Blue (code 5 9). The factory paintwork is exceptional and boasts a bright shine and polished uniform finish. All factory panels are straight with linear gaps with only minor blemishes visible and a small rub to the nearside sill skirt and driver’s door. The underside is clean and totally original, even down to the factory markings on underside components and lower suspension arms. All exterior trim is perfect and early features such as Anthracite fog lamps surrounds denote an early 2WD example. The correct Satin Black aerodynamic strakes to the C-Pillar are unmarked. The glass displays the original number and dots dated Securit etchings, and the original Carello headlamps remain fitted with other lenses showing Ford logo and ‘England’ lettering. Supplying dealer rear screen sticker has been retained, as have the dealer optional genuine window air deflectors with Ford branding. Arguably one of the best unrestored examples in existence. INTERIOR The factory standard interior of this truly special example is trimmed in the original Halley and Angora grey velour, (Code L). This trim arrangement being another denotation of the early 2WD production Sapphire Cosworths, with added rarity being available only prior to the introduction of Shadow Halley/Raven velour and optional Raven Leather in February 1989. All functions and controls operate flawlessly including the standard Sound 2007 Stereo system with power amplifier. A fantastic RS interior, the ultimate combination of sporting prowess and spacious executive luxury. ENGINE & TRANSMISSION Fitted with the standard 1993cc Dual Over Head Cam (DOHC) engine with the Garrett AiResearch T.03B turbocharger and intercooler, the racing pedigree of this car is truly evident with performance figures quoted of 204bhp, 150mph top speed and 0-60 in just 6.1 seconds. The engine bay will fascinate originality seekers with factory panel stampings on the inner wings, bonnet underside and correct un-lacquered slam panel. Absolutely all stickers and plates remain intact including the yellow brake warning sticker on the offside suspension t