- Boreham Motorworks has unveiled a contemporary Mk1 Ford Escort RS
- One of many out there engines revs to 10,000 rpm and delivers 296 hp
- Pricing begins at $375,000
The unique Ford Escort offered in Europe was a well-liked economic system automotive whose manufacturing spanned many years and in addition bought Ford began in rallying. The Mk1 Escort would ultimately turn out to be one of the profitable rally vehicles of all time, particularly in RS guise.
The Mk1 ceased manufacturing in 1975, however now the U.Ok.’s Boreham Motorworks has introduced it again with a contemporary continuation instance constructed from the bottom up utilizing blueprints and different design supplies from the originals.
Boreham’s model, often called the Escort Mk1 RS Continumod, makes use of a brand new chassis with continuation VINs permitted by Ford. The automotive additionally advantages from fashionable know-how whereas staying true to the spirit of the unique.
Pricing begins at 295,000 British kilos (roughly $375,000), and the primary prototype instance shall be proven to the general public by mid-2025 forward of manufacturing, which is ready to start out later that 12 months. Simply 150 examples shall be constructed for worldwide sale.
Consumers have two powertrains to select from: a normal 1.8-liter inline-4 rated at 182 hp or a 2.1-liter inline-4 that revs to 10,000 rpm and delivers 296 hp. Whereas these numbers do not appear excessive compared with many fashionable efficiency vehicles, the goal weight for Boreham’s Mk1 Escort is 800 kilograms, or about 1,767 kilos. Every engine will come paired to a handbook transmission (a 4-speed for the usual engine and a 5-speed for the efficiency possibility), with drive despatched to the rear wheels solely.
Like the outside, the inside is a mix of latest and previous. A standout ingredient is the low, horizontal dashboard, creating an open and spacious really feel. Whereas analog gauges and controls dominate the cabin, a small digital display within the middle stack accommodates the infotainment system. Prospects can go for both left- or right-hand-drive configurations.
Boreham Motorworks is a part of DRVN Automotive Group, which additionally operates a Koenigsegg dealership in London, in addition to firms providing restomod and restoration companies for the Ferrari F355 and Jaguar E-Kind. Along with the Escort, Boreham is engaged on a contemporary interpretation of the iconic Ford RS200 homologation particular of the Nineteen Eighties.
A few of Boreham’s Fords could get enhancements from Alan Mann Racing sooner or later. Alan Mann initially raced Fords just like the Mk1 Escort, and earlier this 12 months, it additionally grew to become a part of the DRVN Automotive Group.
