This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, Online Auction - 28th August on Thursday the 28th of August. Background: Launched in January 1990, the third generation Sierra RS Cosworth arrived with four-wheel drive, marking a new chapter in Ford’s performance line up. The idea had been in discussion since 1987, with Ford Motorsport and Mike Moreton eyeing a rally-ready model to challenge in the World Rally Championship. However, the project was delayed until late 1989 when the crucial Ferguson MT75 gearbox became available. Hopes for a stripped back, three-door 'Motorsport Special' were shelved in favour of a more discreet four-door version, deemed to have greater market appeal and launched alongside the facelifted Sierra range. The extra development time allowed Ford to refine the car extensively. Bonnet louvres returned, 80% of engine parts were revised and power was boosted to offset the 100kg weight gain from four-wheel drive and additional equipment. Praised on release, the 4x4 Cosworth remained in production until 1992, when it was succeeded not by the Mondeo, but by the Escort RS Cosworth — a model sharing its platform but designed for greater rally competitiveness. Entering selected events in 1990 before tackling full WRC seasons in 1991 and 1992. Despite podiums for drivers like François Delecour and Massimo Biasion, including a second-place finish in Portugal, the car never claimed a WRC win. By late 1992, Ford had shifted focus to the Escort Cosworth, though the Sierra 4x4 remained a formidable force in national rallying and continues to be popular among amateur competitors today.   The Car: The example offered here Service History: Service – 2,342 km – 14/08/1990 Service – 26,726 km – 18/05/1994 Service – 41,583 km – 16/08/1995 Service – 54,375 km – 12/08/1996 Service – 62,376 km – 02/07/1998 Service – 70,312 km – 23/09/1999 Service – 82,951 km – 11/04/2001 Service – 96,823 km – 09/04/2003 Service – 110,930 km – 17/05/2006 Service – 123,511 km – 29/04/2008 Service – 130,334 km – 14/05/2009 Service – 142,018 km – 05/04/2011 Service – 156,197 km – 17/09/2015 Service – 159,911 km – 28/08/2024 Service – 166,270 km – 02/07/2025   Location: Switzerland Seller: Trade Photography: Professional