Desirable Rouse Sport 304-R model

Well-presented example

Performance upgrades

Seven-year ownership

Overview

A true gem for collectors! A 1990 Ford Sierra Cosworth Rouse Sport 304-R, as you probably know, is a highly coveted and rare special edition. Developed by racing legend Andy Rouse's company, Rouse Sport, it's based on the Sapphire Cosworth 2WD but boasts significant upgrades. 

The changes include an engine tune boosting power to 260bhp, a unique body kit, subtle Rouse branding, enhanced suspension, and distinctive 16-inch multi-spoke wheels. Production was planned for 100 examples built, but only 78 were produced, making this iconic Sapphire even more of an incredibly exclusive Cosworth. This road-going tribute to Rouse's touring car victories perfectly blends motorsport heritage with understated style, making it a prized collector's item. 

In short, form an orderly queue for this one. It's sure to draw collectors and enthusiasts alike from afar, and rightly so. The 29th out of the run of 78, this car has a nice history portfolio with invoices dating back several years, and some performance improvements have been added over the years, which can be seen in the Mechanical section of the listing. This has increased power from the already upgraded Rouse Sport 260bhp and should make this the consummate modern classic performance car.

History and Documentation

Registered 20th November 1990

Number 29 of just 78 produced

V5C is present and in the owner’s name

In current ownership for seven years

A comprehensive collection of invoices dating back several years

Owner’s manual

The car had damage which resulted in the insurance company declaring it a Cat N in 1994, though it was successfully inspected following repairs

Laserline 213 Cat 1 alarm installed in 2020

Interior

Leather Rouse Sport Recaro Wingback seats

The front seats are in good condition, with just a small amount of colour wear to the driver’s bolster in keeping with the age and mileage

The rear seat is in good condition

All four door cards are in good condition, though the leather panels on the rear doors have distorted slightly, lifting away from the panel

Rouse Sport badged steering wheel is in good condition

The instruments are working correctly, with no warning lights

Lockwood gauge faces have been fitted (common in the ’90s, if you’re of the vintage to remember)

The odometer shows a reading of 86,100 miles

Two additional auxiliary gauges have been installed to monitor boost and oil pressure

All of the switchgear is in good condition, with no signs of excessive wear

The original Ford head unit is in place

Front and rear electric windows

The carpets throughout are in good order, with few signs of age

The boot floor is in good condition, and there is a Team Dynamics spare wheel present

Exterior

Presented in Diamond White

The car has had some paintwork in the past, but presents well

Rouse Sport body kit fits well and is in good condition

The headlights have damage-free lenses, and there is a small amount of discolouration to the lenses

Front fog lights are in good order

Tinted rear light lenses are in good condition

The vendor tells us he has never opened the sunroof, so this wasn’t tested on our visit

17-inch five-spoke wheels are generally in good order, do have a few minor age-related marks, but could easily be refurbished

The tyres are different brands but have a good amount of tread remaining

Mechanical

2.0-litre 16-valve Blue Top Cosworth

Produces, as standard, approximately 260bhp and 300 lb-ft

Improvements made include the following:

DB10 camshafts

T34 stage 3 hybrid turbo

Group A head gasket

Collins Performance stage 3 chip and board

3-bar map sensor

Grey 403 injectors

Two-stage boost switch

Pipercross air filter

Aftermarket dump v