Ford Escort RS1600 BDA 1973
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Superb opportunity to acquire an authentic race car having won 1000 LACS RALLY (1973), as well as the KESOIL RALLY (1973) and made a magnificent 3rd place at the Artic Rally (1974) and a 2nd place at the LANSIRANNIKON RALLY (1974) with Timo Makinen behind the wheel!This FORD ESCORT MK1 was taken out of the FORD BOREHAM competition department under the number YEV207L, this number is still on it, the papers were not changed.This car is very well known in the world of rallying because thanks to this unique COLT RACING TEAM identity.This marvel still has all the good period parts, which as everyone knows is very rare. Usually racing cars lose their good parts throughout their life. This car still has its original body, it is certainly marked by the many rallies it has done in its career but it is so rare to have an authentic car.This FORD ESCORT RS MK1 is of course eligible for all historic races, the organisers will be delighted to welcome you with such a carDUE TO BREXIT THERE IS THE RISK OF HAVING TO PAY A CLASSIC CAR TAX BETWEEN 5-12% DEPENDING ON THE COUNTRY FOR CARS UK/EU OR EU/UK – I CAN OFFER AN OPTIONAL DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE AVOIDING THE EXTRA TAX COST THIS CAR IS LOCATED IN FRANCE and sold on behalf of the French owner. Initial communication organised by us with direct contact to the owner once serious interest is confirmed. We can assist with the transport. The small print in large – always happy to answer any questions you may have. All offers are, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing, non-binding and subject to confirmation and to prior sale. All information given is based on the best knowledge and the seller’s information.
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1973 Ford Escort RS1600 BDA is listed sold on ClassicDigest in United Kingdom by for €160000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Escort RS1600 BDA Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1973 Sub type : Race/Rally Car Color : White Color type : multicoloured Location : United Kingdom
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About Ford
Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.
During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.
In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.
In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.
Today classic Fords are extremely popular with enthusiasts and a great selection of classic Fords can be found for sale at www.ClassicDigest.com