1979 – Ford Escort 2.0 – £40000

Rare opportunity to own a meticulously prepared 1979 Ford Escort MK2 rally car with an impressive racing pedigree. This 2-litre Pinto-powered machine, originally sourced from Australia and expertly maintained in New Zealand by Road Race & Rally Auckland, delivers a thrilling 189BHP through twin 45 Webber carburetors and a rebuilt Type 9 Quaife 5-speed gearbox. Fully equipped for competitive rallying, the car features a Browns Davis welded roll cage, MCA fully adjustable suspension, AP brakes, and is now ULEZ compliant, making it both a collectable classic and a practical urban driver.

With an English back axle sporting a freshly rebuilt 5-1 Quaife differential, electronic power steering, and fully wired for ‘Rally Safe’, this Escort is more than just a show piece. The car comes with extensive documentation, including Australian and New Zealand motorsport logbooks, and a treasure trove of spare parts, wheels, and tyres. Registered in the UK and wearing eye-catching Rothmans livery, this rally-bred machine offers a unique blend of motorsport heritage and street-legal practicality for the discerning automotive enthusiast.

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