Highlights

2L Pinto with 45 Webers
5spd gearbox, discs all round and Baby Atlas rear axle
Restored and repainted in 2019
Simple, classic racing Mk1 Escort style
Previously completed in South Africa in 2017
Ideal for track use with go-kart-like handling

The Appeal

Well, just look at it. Whether you choose to take this onto the track or simply enjoy hooning around and scaring the local wildlife, this is one great-looking Mk1 Escort.

The car began life in the UK as a 1.1L 2dr saloon, but has led an interesting and varied life since. It has spent time in South Africa where it raced during 2017 before returning to the UK. It was extensively restored in 2019 when it was refinished in the current white paintwork with black bonnet.

Beneath that black panel is a 2L Pinto motor with 45 Webers and 5spd gearbox, There are discs all round and at the back a Baby Atlas rear axle. There is a boot-mounrted fuel tank too.

The car is road legal and there is even a recent MOT indicating its solid structural condition. If shiny, restored Mexicos, RS2000s and Twin Cams are not quite your thing, here’s a simpler, entertaining Mk1 that you can use and enjoy.

History and Paperwork

First registered 10th June 1968 in the UK
Two registered UK keepers
Was previously grey which was changed in November 2019
Current UK keeper since January 1980 according to DVLA
DVLA records the car with 1,100cc engine
Has spent time in South Africa as a race car
South African race log book dated 2017
V5C in current keeper’s name
Old MOT
Last MOT expired April 2021 with no advisories

The Condition

Purposeful Mk1 lowered with simplified bodywork and big front spoiler
Painted white in 2019 and fitted with black bonnet
Paintwork presents well with some chips and marks to note in photos
Bodywork appears well kept with the vendor stating it is ‘rust free’
Arches, sills and underside appear well kept for a car of this age
Fitted with RS-style five-spoke deep dish grey alloy wheels with polished rims
Alloys are in very good condition with few signs of use
Matching Yokohama quality tyres fitted all round as shown
De-bumpers front and rear with some badges also removed
Panels fit flushly with consistent panel gaps
Fitted with twin chrome bullet mirrors
Modified interior with some original fittings including dashboard and dials
Ford Ka black leather seat from the donor vehicle which are in good order
Rear seats removed
Quilted door cards appear in very good condition
Dashboard presents in fair condition with some additional trim covers added
Auxiliary switches and dials as shown
Aluminium pedals and tread plate trim to driver’s side
Headlining appears to be original and shows some marks and stains
Sparco deep dish suede-lined three-spoke wheel

The Mechanics

2-litre Pinto engine with 45 Webers
5-speed transmission
Baby Atlas rear axle
Disc brakes all around
Rear boot tank from a Capri, also has a plastic tank
Track car with go-kart-like handling according to seller
No reported running or driving issues

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