Coming Soon - Awaiting full valet & professional photos1973 Ford Escort // 1.8 Zetec Engine // 5-speed // Lots of upgrades // 131bhp ULEZ Compliant Historic VehicleUpgraded 1973 Ford Escort now featuring a 1.8 Zetec engine from Dunnell Engines and fitted with a 5-speed Type-9 gearbox. Super punchy, high performing MK1 Escort. Dyno printout confirms 131 bhp as of January 2021.Specification includes: - Blackline Limited Slip Differential- Escort Sports Exhaust System with 4 branch manifold- Twin 45 Carbs- Pipercross Air Filter- 5-speed Type-9 Manual Gearbox- 1.8 Ford Zetec supplied by Dunnell Engines- Zetec World Cup Engine Mounts- Rear Gaz Shocks - Poly bushes front and rear- Rear disc conversion, so now discs all around- Electric power steering upgrade- 13" Mini Lites- Nankang Sports NS-2R Tyres- Timing Belt kit - 2/1/2022 by AutoEngineering, Somerset.- Various engine rebuild works by AutoEngineering, Somerset - 2/1/2022- Rear wheel bearings replaced - March 2023- Rear brake calipers replaced - March 2023- new Chrome bumpers front and rearEveryone that has driven this car at the showroom has only good things to say. Super fun in every department.Lovely raspy sound and tremendous acceleration bursts. This little Escort will leave you with an infectious smile on your face wherever you go.Presented in splendid condition throughout, all panels and coachwork are very clean. The high-quality paint finish was professionally done recently and will look great at any classic car show.Ok it's a four-door and I know what you are thinking. But, two door MK1s in this condition will be upwards of £35,000. So, you'll have a lot of change left over and it would be hard to find one that would drive as well as this. You'll have to spend a time and money to do so. Instead, you'll be having too much fun in this to [Website URL removed] been built to be enjoyed and there's no reason to hesitate in taking her out any day of the week. It starts on the button and is ready to go.This car is now registered as an historic vehicle, meaning it no longer requires an MOT, is exempt from UK road tax and can be driven in the ULEZ area of London free of charge..

Central Locking; Power-assisted Steering (PAS); Safety Belt Pretensioners

About Us:

Our promise: “We ensure you’ll find your ideal classic car.”

Just moments from the M25, or a 23-minute train ride from London Liverpool Street and the City, our Fairmont Sports & Classics showroom team in Brentwood is committed to changing the way classic vehicles are bought and sold.

Classic models across the decades

Our stocklist – with new vehicles arriving daily – spans popular and iconic vehicles from the 60s through to the late 90s and beyond.

Over two floors we present a curated selection of more than 50 sports and classic cars – plus several motorcycles – all fully inspected, checked and ready to drive away, delivered, or shipped overseas.

We buy well so you’re not at risk

The buying team comprises seasoned motor industry professionals: our backgrounds span retail sales, fleet management, auction, wholesale, and service, inspection and maintenance. Having grown up with, driven and loved countless classics ourselves, we know what our customers look for: models and marques piquing current market interest; examples that are in excellent usable condition and order; and vehicles that represent a sound, good value investment.

An online portal search for any classic model will list several hundred vehicles across the UK. The unfortunate truth is that the vast majority, under scrutiny, will prove sub-standard, misrepresented or require uneconomic restoration or repair. Finding a good vehicle without motor trade experience is not for the faint-hearted.

We purchase our cars from private owners, collections and specialist auction houses. We are exceptionally selective about which vehicles we buy, when and why; we reject over 90% of all those we see. Those we purchase match varying customer demands: ‘best in market’ and fully original; fully or partially restored examples; and sound, practical, fun classics to be driven and enjoyed.

Whether you’re an investor, an enthusiast, or simply keen to recapture your youth, we’d love to help you find your ideal classic.

Warranty:

We want every customer to be confident in their purchase. Whilst we sell nationwide, many of our sales are local, with some customers revisiting to buy, sell or service more vehicles.

To ensure a worry-free motoring experience, we include our own pre-owned vehicle warranty and provide full servicing and support on-site.

The price of every car includes a six-month warranty for major component failure: engine, transmission, and final drive. For the first three months, it covers the cost of any essential parts and labour. Thereafter we provide a 50% discount on any essential parts and labour for the remaining three.

We also operate our own on-site workshop offering specialist classic vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs. The same mechanics that inspected and prepared your vehicle for sale will be delighted to keep it in good working order throughout your ownership.

Opening Hours:

Mo: 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM

Tu: 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM

We: 10:00 AM to 08:00 PM

Th: 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM

Fr: 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Sa: 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM

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