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Low mileage Escort XR3i to sell at Classic Car Auctions

Registered in 1983 with just 2,859 miles from new, the classic Escort should attract plenty of attention. The vehicle will be offered for sale on the 9th December 2023, with a guide price of £25,000 – £30,000 and can be viewed here. The Ford Escort XR3i is a hot hatch version of the Ford Escort Mark 3, which was produced from 1980 to 1986. It was available in two and four-door saloon and cabriolet body styles, and was powered by a 1.6 litre or 2.0 litre fuel-injected engine. A popular car in its day, and was praised for its handling, performance, and value for money.

History

The Ford Escort XR3i is a hot hatch version of the Ford Escort Mk3, which was produced from 1980 to 1986. The XR3i was available in two-door and four-door saloon and cabriolet body styles, and was powered by a 1.6-litre or 2.0-litre fuel-injected engine.

The 1984 Ford Escort XR3i was a significant update over the previous model, with a number of changes to the exterior, interior, and engine. The exterior styling was more aggressive, with a deeper front spoiler, a rear spoiler, and side skirts. The interior was also updated, with new Recaro bucket seats, a sports steering wheel, and an alloy gear knob. The biggest change, however, was to the engine. The 1.6-litre engine was replaced by a new 1.6-litre engine that produced 105 PS (103 bhp). This gave the XR3i a top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph) and a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) time of 8.6 seconds.

The 1984 Ford Escort XR3i was a popular car, and over 100,000 units were sold worldwide. It was particularly popular in Europe, where it was seen as a rival to the Volkswagen Golf GTI and Vauxhall Astra GTE.

Nothing lasts forever and the XR3i was discontinued in 1986, replaced by the Escort RS Turbo Series 1.

Escort XR3 image

 

Record Auction Prices

The Ford Escort XR3i is a popular classic car, and prices have been steadily increasing in recent years. In 2023, a pristine 1988 Escort XR3i with only 2,859 miles sold for a record £54,000 at auction. This is more than three times the original price of the car in 1988.

Other notable auction prices for the 1984 Ford Escort XR3i include:

  • £27,000 for a 1987 Escort XR3i sold by Iconic Auctioneers in 2017
  • £25,000 for a 1985 Escort XR3i sold by Silverstone Auctions in 2019
  • £22,000 for a 1986 Escort XR3i sold by Classic Car Auctions in 2022

The high auction prices for the 1984 Ford Escort XR3i are due to a number of factors, including its rarity, its popularity, and its condition. The Escort XR3i is a relatively rare car, and only a small number of examples are still in existence. The Escort XR3i is also a very popular classic car, and is sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. Finally, the Escort XR3i is a well-made car that is known for its reliability and durability.

If you are considering buying a 1984 Ford Escort XR3i, be prepared to pay a top price. However, if you are lucky enough to find a well-maintained example, you will be rewarded with a car that is both fun to drive and a sound investment.