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A dream collection of 1980s ‘fast Fords' is set to go under the hammer.

The retro motors certainly tick most of the boxes of rev-head Ford fans, with iconic cars including Capri and RS Cosworth models.

A 1988 Ford Capri 280 Brooklands is a rare sight on UK roads nowadays
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A 1988 Ford Capri 280 Brooklands is a rare sight on UK roads nowadaysCredit: SWNS
Also in the collection is a pristine 1987 Sierra RS Cosworth
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Also in the collection is a pristine 1987 Sierra RS CosworthCredit: SWNS

British auction house Collecting Cars say they were the pride and joy of one anonymous "gentleman.”

They explain: "In his quest to seek out the very best of breed, he paid particular attention to those cars with award-winning provenance on the concours circuit, and a number of these performance heroes come with an impressive haul of trophies.

"What connects the cars is that they are almost all incredibly low mileage for their age, and that they are offered in remarkably original condition, with only a few of the cars having aftermarket modifications."

Among the highlights are a 46,000-mile 1988 Ford Capri 280 Brooklands, one of just 1,038 built and fresh from a recommissioning service.

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There is also a 54,000-mile 1983 Ford Escort RS1600i, a rare homologation special retaining its model-specific upgrades.

Also available is an iconic 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth that has received a meticulous restoration.

Another highlight is a 53,000-mile 1985 Ford Escort RS Turbo, which Collecting Cars say is "widely regarded as one of the best in the UK with myriad trophies to its name."

The Fast Fords and Friends Collection opens for bids from 12 May and will end in the evening of 21 May 2023.

The cars are being offered with no reserve.

This 1983 Escort RS1600i has only covered 54,000 miles from new
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This 1983 Escort RS1600i has only covered 54,000 miles from newCredit: SWNS
A dream collection of Fast Fords soon to go under the hammer
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A dream collection of Fast Fords soon to go under the hammerCredit: SWNS
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