A Ford Fiesta RS Turbo went under the hammer — and this one didn’t hang about.
Offered with no reserve at the Practical Classics Restoration Show in 2026, it was guided at £8,000–£10,000 and looked like it might settle somewhere within that range.
Watch the full auction play out below:
At first, the bidding followed expectations. Strong interest, steady increments — nothing unusual for a car with this kind of following.
But it didn’t stop there.
Once the estimate was reached, the momentum didn’t drop.
That’s usually the telling moment. When bidding carries on cleanly past guide without hesitation, it’s a sign that more than one buyer is properly committed.
That’s exactly what happened here.
The Fiesta RS Turbo has been one of the standout performers in the fast Ford world.
Nostalgia, rarity, and a shrinking pool of good cars have all played a part — and when a solid example appears, competition can be fierce.
Results like this show just how strong that demand still is.
This particular car was sold by Iconic Auctioneers at the Practical Classics Restoration Show.
👉 View the original listing here:
https://go.ukbarnfinds.com/3OzuM5i
The result?
It sold well above guide — a figure that reflects the continued strength of the fast Ford market.
That’s the question.
Would you have kept bidding past £9,500… or is that where you’d have stopped?
Let us know what you think — these always get people talking.
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