1971 FORD ESCORT

If you're looking for a properly built fast-road Mk1 Escort, this could be the one.

Finished in Maize Yellow, this 1971 Escort has been professionally upgraded with a fully rebuilt 2100cc Pinto, Twin Weber 40s, Type 9 five-speed gearbox and RS2000 running gear to create a reliable, usable classic with genuine performance and fantastic road manners.

Specification

2100cc Pinto

Fully rebuilt & balanced

Ported & polished head

Fast Road camshaft

Twin Weber 40 carburettors

Type 9 five-speed gearbox

RS2000 bellhousing

RS2000 prop shaft

Genuine RS2000 3.54 axle

Four-branch manifold

Sportex twin-box exhaust

Front disc conversion

M16 callipers

Vented discs

Servo-assisted brakes

Rear brake upgrades

Historic Vehicle

Tax & MOT Exempt

The car drives exactly as a sorted fast-road Escort should. It starts first time, pulls hard through every gear, cruises comfortably thanks to the Type 9 gearbox and has the unmistakable Weber induction sound.

Bodywork is exceptionally straight with excellent paintwork throughout. The engine bay, boot compartment and underside are equally clean and presentable.

The interior remains period correct and in excellent condition.

Garaged, enthusiast owned and maintained regardless of cost.

Located near Portsmouth.

Inspection welcome.