Just looked at Autotrader to see what the going rate was, and this is what they say:

Dealer £11,968

Private £11,599

Part Ex £10,021

Trade £9,609

Cost New £24,320



Ford Escort Hatchback (90-01) RS Cosworth 4x4 3dr
Hatchback 3dr
1996-N
Mileage


Fallen behind rivals in overall ability. Reasonable refinement but agility is poor; ride is harsh and engines coarse.
Generally reliable and cheap to run;

Obviously never owned one

Damp in fuse boxes can wreck electrics.
Cambelts on diesels need changing every two years.

Hmmm optional extra?

Alternative choice:
Rover 200, Vauxhall Astra, Citroen ZX

Quality comparisons