1987 Ford Escort XR3i Cabriolet

Lot details
Registration No: E642BRB
Chassis No: WF0LXXGKALHU90149
Mot Expiry: Oct 2008

Introduced in 1983, the Escort Cabriolet in both XR3i and Ghia specifications was Ford of Europe's first convertible since the Corsair of the 1960s. Based around a suitably reinforced monocoque chassis, the drop-top conversion was engineered by German coachbuilder Karmann. An elegant design with a surprisingly practical boot, it featured the same all-round independent suspension (McPherson strut front / transverse arm rear), rack and pinion steering and disc / drum brakes as its hatchback siblings. Powered by a fuel-injected 1597cc SOHC four-cylinder engine allied to five-speed manual transmission, the XR3i Cabriolet was reputedly capable of nigh-on 120mph. Proving the more popular model (to the extent that the Ghia version was dropped after a couple of seasons), it re-emerged in facelifted 'MKIV' guise during 1986. Visually distinguished by a subtle rear spoiler, bumper inlays and turbine-style alloy wheels, it could be had with such advanced options as ABS brakes and a heated front windscreen.

Manufactured in 1987, we are pleased to offer a truly immaculate and low mileage example of the extremely desirable Escort XR3i and in the rare cabriolet format. This wonderful example has completed a mere 32000 warranted miles from new, by a single family since 1993, and it comes with invoices, a fully stamped service booklet and previous MOT certificates dating back to 1991.

It is rare as well as it has the highly desirable power steering and it comes with the hood cover and driving lights. It is currently tested until October 2008 with a road fund licence that is valid until April next year.

This surely must be one of the best low mileage examples available anywhere in the country.

PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle does not have current road fund licence.