1998 Ford

Founded in 1965, Kent-based R.T Quaife Engineering initially operated from a small workshop producing close-ratio five-speed gear kits for Norton and Triumph motorcycles. Moving away from two wheels and over to four, Quaife’s popularity and successes grew exponentially, seeing the introduction of a range of purpose-built motorsport sequential transmissions as well as the famous ATB locking-differential.

Forging a long-term partnership with Ford at a manufacturer level, Quaife’s motorsport endeavours were heavily reliant on their relationship with the blue oval. Michael Quaife competed in British Rallycross in an Escot powered by an 1800 BDT (RS200 engine) with the help of Gordon Spooner Engineering – Ford’s factory preparer - later leading to the development of an Escort Cosworth to race in British GT before building his own four-wheel drive GT1 race car.

Testament to this working relationship, after Ford’s termination of the RS200 project, Michael Quaife heard of their intention to dispose of the remaining parts and managed to negotiate a deal to acquire the entirety. These spares included unbuilt tubs, body panels, engines and additional componentry.

With sufficient components in the remaining Ford stock to commission the construction of a complete car, this task was entrusted to very same team at Gordon Spooner Engineering who completed Ford’s factory rally cars, resulting in the assembly of this example post-production. Parts that were missing included hens-teeth rear uprights; a problem Quaife solved by re-casting from original parts with the help of patterns.

Powered by a 1.8-litre turbocharged engine coupled to a Ford 5-speed transmission, this example was completed largely to factory specification. Revised camshafts and other motorsport-specification upgrades see the car output around 400hp which sits around halfway from the homologated road cars and the Group B cars.

Differentiating itself from the standard homologation examples, this car is notably the sole example finished in silver. Furthermore, larger 18” Raceline competition wheels allow for the fitment of open back AP Racing front callipers and discs. The exterior further sees a full rally-spec lamp pod with correct Hella 2000 lenses and cover, the Evolution specification ‘bunny-ears’ – roof mounted air intakes.

The interior sees red bucket seats and the iconic red-rimmed steering wheel. The interior is exactly as per a standard car with the exception of the upgraded carbon fibre door cards. Offered today for sale for the first time, this example presents on the button. Recomissioned by specialist BGM Sport in June 2026 in preparation for sale, this RS200 received new high pressure fuel pumps, a new alternator and a turbocharger rebuild as well as a service and further works to the tune of £13,500.

This remarkable post-production example of Ford’s greatest rally car is available to view at our showrooms outside London immediately.

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