Odds are, it’s been some time because you’ve seen a first-generation Ford Escort on the highway. Ford might have constructed a ton of them, but it surely certain didn’t construct any to final. Which is why this 1989 Ford Escort LX Hatchback is so fascinating. At the moment listed on the market on Vehicles & Bids, it doesn’t simply run and drive. It really appears to be like prefer it’s in nice situation.

Why the earlier proprietor labored so arduous to maintain a Ford Escort in near-showroom situation, we don’t know. However we admire the truth that they did. With lower than 43,000 miles on the odometer, that works out to one thing within the vary of 1,200 miles per yr, though the itemizing says the unique proprietor donated it to a charity sooner or later, so it’s doable that it was pushed extra ceaselessly and has merely sat for some time.

However even when it hasn’t been pushed shortly, it certain cleans up properly. Its Wild Strawberry Pearl Metallic paint appears to be like completely improbable, and it pairs properly with the crimson inside. Not everybody goes to be a fan of the red-on-red coloration combo, however those that do are going to find it irresistible.

On the similar time, although, it’s nonetheless only a front-wheel-drive Ford that’s greater than 30 years outdated. Its 1.9-liter inline-four solely makes 90 hp and 106 lb-ft of torque. Even paired with a five-speed handbook transmission and never an automated, it’s nonetheless going to be past sluggish. On a automotive with extra appeal, that will be much less of an issue, however we’re not so certain “Eighties Ford Escort” and “appeal” belong in the identical sentence.

The excellent news is, the itemizing says it’s been stored in California all of its life, so it hasn’t rusted almost as badly as the remainder of them most likely have. Besides, we now have a tough time imagining that the ultimate value will find yourself being significantly excessive. And but, whoever the particular person who wins that is, we’re certain they’re going to find it irresistible.