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The Ford RS200 was unveiled to the public in 1984 and built in limited numbers. These purpose-built cars were conceived by Ford Motorsport and were an engineering tour de force. They had an advanced four-wheel drive system, a turbocharged Cosworth engine, and a sophisticated suspension system designed to cope with the rigors of rally racing. The RS200 was given a composite/fiberglass body styled by Flippo Saprino at the Ghia Design Studio.
The Ford RS200 was listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's fastest accelerating production automobile, achieving a zero-to-sixty mph time of less than 3.2 seconds and a 0-100-0 time in a mere 12.6 seconds.
Road-going examples were powered by a 1.8-liter engine while the more-power Evolution examples were given a 2.1-liter unit.
The Ford RS200 Evo competition variant was intended to conquer FIA's popular Group B formula. However, the series was canceled before Ford had a chance to fully develop the RS200's potential. The cars would go on to achieve great success in ice racing, hill climbs, rallycross, and many other forms of motorsport competition. Just 144 RS200s were produced, including the 24 Evolution variants.
This car, chassis 106, was custom-built to the standards of its first owner, Frank Profera of Sherman Oaks, California. It was designed as a road car but specified as a left-hand-drive Evolution model, finished in white and given a fully trimmed interior. It rested on Speedline split racing wheels, fitted with power steering, a suede-wrapped MOMO steering wheel, and rally-spec AP Racing brakes. The standard Evolution produced around 500 horsepower; this example produced 600 hp, as indicated on the Manufacturer's Statement of Origin. This extra horsepower was achieved through the use of ported MK II heads, larger turbocharger, and IMSA-spec intercooler. It also received a cockpit adjustable-boost dial and a 4-inch works rally exhaust system.
The car was completed and prepared for delivery to California in the spring of 1989. When new, it demanded a retail price of £63,357.55. The car was acquired by Frank Profera of Sherman Oaks, California. Surprisingly, he was not satisfied with its performance and eventually sent the engine to Brian Hart Limited in Essex, UK for additional tuning. Mr. Hart was one of the individuals who had overseen the development of the RS200 Evolution engine for Ford Motorsport. Mr. Hart, along with East Coast Racing, designed a second ECU, with full mapping for street use, along with other modifications for strength and reliability. Upon completion, the engine produced an astonishing 704 BHP at 8000 RPM and 535 lbs/ft of torque.
Jonathan Beck of Mansfeld, United Kingdom acquired the car in 2003. It was sold two years later to Phil Richardson of Burlington, Ontario, Canada. In 2010, it returned to the United Kingdom and into the care of David Kedward. It was sold once more to its current caretaker, who treated it to a sympathetic restoration.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2015
The Ford RS200 was listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the world's fastest accelerating production automobile, achieving a zero-to-sixty mph time of less than 3.2 seconds and a 0-100-0 time in a mere 12.6 seconds.
Road-going examples were powered by a 1.8-liter engine while the more-power Evolution examples were given a 2.1-liter unit.
The Ford RS200 Evo competition variant was intended to conquer FIA's popular Group B formula. However, the series was canceled before Ford had a chance to fully develop the RS200's potential. The cars would go on to achieve great success in ice racing, hill climbs, rallycross, and many other forms of motorsport competition. Just 144 RS200s were produced, including the 24 Evolution variants.
This car, chassis 106, was custom-built to the standards of its first owner, Frank Profera of Sherman Oaks, California. It was designed as a road car but specified as a left-hand-drive Evolution model, finished in white and given a fully trimmed interior. It rested on Speedline split racing wheels, fitted with power steering, a suede-wrapped MOMO steering wheel, and rally-spec AP Racing brakes. The standard Evolution produced around 500 horsepower; this example produced 600 hp, as indicated on the Manufacturer's Statement of Origin. This extra horsepower was achieved through the use of ported MK II heads, larger turbocharger, and IMSA-spec intercooler. It also received a cockpit adjustable-boost dial and a 4-inch works rally exhaust system.
The car was completed and prepared for delivery to California in the spring of 1989. When new, it demanded a retail price of £63,357.55. The car was acquired by Frank Profera of Sherman Oaks, California. Surprisingly, he was not satisfied with its performance and eventually sent the engine to Brian Hart Limited in Essex, UK for additional tuning. Mr. Hart was one of the individuals who had overseen the development of the RS200 Evolution engine for Ford Motorsport. Mr. Hart, along with East Coast Racing, designed a second ECU, with full mapping for street use, along with other modifications for strength and reliability. Upon completion, the engine produced an astonishing 704 BHP at 8000 RPM and 535 lbs/ft of torque.
Jonathan Beck of Mansfeld, United Kingdom acquired the car in 2003. It was sold two years later to Phil Richardson of Burlington, Ontario, Canada. In 2010, it returned to the United Kingdom and into the care of David Kedward. It was sold once more to its current caretaker, who treated it to a sympathetic restoration.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2015
2015 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $500,000-USD $700,000
Sale Price :
USD $539,000
1986 Ford RS200 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Ford RS200
(Data based on Model Year 1986 sales)
1986 Ford RS200 Evolution Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL00084 Sold for USD$615,500 2023 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1986 Ford RS200 usine Chassis#: 015 Sold for USD$459,071 2021 Artcurial : PARISIENNE 2021 | |
1986 Ford RS200 Chassis#: SFACXXRJ2 Sold for USD$182,250 2020 Silverstone - Race Retro Classic & Competition Car Sale | |
1986 Ford RS200 Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL00079 Sold for USD$185,645 2018 H & H Auctions - Duxford Motor Car Auction | |
1986 Ford RS 200 Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL00103 Sold for USD$179,608 2017 Bonhams : Goodwood Revival | |
1986 Ford RS 200 Design by Ghia Coachwork by Tickford Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL00133 Sold for USD$181,500 2017 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1986 Ford RS 200 Evolution Design by Ghia Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL00084 Sold for USD$550,000 2017 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1986 Ford RS200 Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL00169 Sold for USD$236,500 2017 Gooding & Co. : Scottsdale, AZ | |
1986 Ford RS200 S Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL00137 Sold for USD$232,624 2016 RM Sotheby's : London Sale | |
1986 Ford RS200 Evolution Chassis#: 106 Sold for USD$539,000 2015 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours | |
C.1986 FORD RS200 S COUPÉ Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL000137 Sold for USD$187,838 2014 LES GRANDES MARQUES DU MONDE AU GRAND PALAIS | |
1986 Ford RS200 - Extremely Low 1066 Miles Chassis#: SFACXXBJZCGL00156 Sold for USD$163,674 2012 Silverstone : NEC Classic Motor Show Sale | |
1986 Ford RS200 Coupé Chassis#: SFACXXBJZCGL00156 Sold for USD$203,761 2011 Bonhams - Collectors' Motor Cars | |
1986 Ford RS200 Evolution Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL00087 Sold for USD$159,500 2011 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island | |
1986 Ford RS200 Coupé Chassis#: SFACXXBJ2CGL00194 Sold for USD$98,126 2010 Bonhams - Goodwood Festival of Speed, Chichester, Sussex | |
1986 Ford RS200 Evolution Two-Seat Rally Coupe Chassis#: 012 Sold for USD$131,719 2003 Bonhams - Sports, Competition & Collectors' Motor Cars |
Ford RS200s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1986 Ford RS200's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1986 Ford RS200 Evolution | SFACXXBJ2CGL00084 | 2019 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale Arizona | $500,000 | $700,000 | |
1986 Ford RS200 | SFACXXBJ2CGL00133 | 2019 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale Arizona | $275,000 | $325,000 | |
1986 Ford RS200 Group B Rally Coupé | SFACXXBJ2CGL00079 | 2017 Bonhams : London Olympia | $140,000 | $160,000 | |
1986 Ford RS200 Coupé | SFACXXBJ2CGL00064 | 2016 Bonhams : Goodwood Revival | $280,000 | $340,000 | |
1986 Ford RS200 | SFACXXBJ2CGL00169 | 2015 RM Sotheby's NY Auction : Driven By Distruption | $475,000 | $600,000 | |
1986 Ford RS200 | SFACXXBJ2CGL00135 | 2015 H & H Auctions Imperial War Museum |
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