Highlights
- 2.1 litre Pinto engine
- Excellent all-round condition and presentation
- Re-built from the chassis up to competition specification
The Appeal
Starting life as a UK supplied 1300 GT Escort, whilst with its previous owner in the Isle of Man, the car was stripped right down to its chassis and rebuilt to competition spec featuring a strengthened chassis, 2.1 litre Pinto overhead cam engine, metal flared wheel arches and many other performance enhancements that would have featured on the 1974 World Cup rally cars.
In fantastic condition throughout, having been part of a large private collection these past few years, this one-off Special has never been raced or rallied and is a wonderful homage or tribute to the very successful race cars of that era.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1969
- Large history file with many receipts and MOTs
- Features 2.1 overhead cam Pinto engine
- Resprayed in white with painted race stripes
- Many performance parts and enhancements
- Regularly serviced
- Historic vehicle
- MOT exempt
- Spare wheel, jack and tools
- V5c present
- 2 keys
Built to impress and perform this Rally Special is presented in excellent all- round condition having done approximately 517 miles only since the completion of its build.
The Interior
- Full Black custom interior
- Recaro leather seats on adjustable rails
- Rear roll cage
- Custom dashboard with Stack instruments and dials
- Push button start
- Cut-out switch
- Wilwood pedal box
- Rear seats removed
- Carpets, door cards and headlining all in great shape
- Very neat and impressive engine bay and boot area
- Excellent condition throughout
A basic but complete competition interior with rear roll cage and Stack instruments and dials. Leather Recaro seats, a custom dashboard with push-button starter and a 5-speed type 9 manual gear box complete the competition look and feel.
It’s all in lovely condition and all electrics and switchgear are reported to be in perfect working order.
The Exterior
- Excellent condition White paintwork with painted racing stripes and wide metal arches
- Bumpers front and rear removed
- Boot-lid and bonnet have quick release safety catches
- 15” Minilite wheels are in great condition and are fitted with Toyo tyres with plenty of life left in them
- Lowered suspension
- Cibie spotlights
- Excellent condition throughout
Sitting wider and lower than a normal Escort with its 2” lowered suspension, wide arches and wide wheels the car simply looks superb with everything being in excellent condition.
The Mechanics
- 2,100cc Pinto engine
- Engine fully rebuilt with new valve seals, polished head, polished valves,FR31 camshaft, new standard piston rings and new bottom end shells,
- Twin 45 Webber carbs
- Electric Facet fuel pump in boot
- Wash/wipe bottle in boot
- New fuel tank
- New fuse panel and battery in boot
- 5-speed type 9 gear box
- Hydraulic clutch
- Single diff and English rear axle
- 190lb Bilstein shock absorbers lowered 2”
- Rear standard leaf springs lowered 1”
- Twin ventilated front disc brakes
- Rear 9” drum brakes
- Custom stainless-steel sports exhaust
- Fully strengthened chassis with heavy duty anti-roll bars
- Strengthened front suspension turrets
An extremely well put together Escort Rally Special. The engine fires up instantly at the first push of the starter button with a wonderful and purposeful exhaust note from the custom pipe work underneath. It goes, stops and handles very nicely indeed with no odd quirks or issues to be aware of.
The Summary
Plenty of power from the rebuilt 2.1 litre overhead cam engine and exemplary handling from the modified chassis and suspension package all wrapped up in a stunning looking body package should guarantee plenty of smiles per mile and allow you entry into many historic rallies and events should you fancy some competition driving.
Notice to bidders
This item is sold on an ‘As is Where is’ basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and listing descriptions are for guidance purposes only*.** Car & Classic do not warrant listing accuracy. Full inspection is recommended. Viewings are at the seller’s discretion. Buyer is responsible for delivery and collection of any item purchased.*
UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check. On the HPI report, this vehicle shows no insurance database markers for damage or theft. It is currently not covered by a finance agreement.
UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check. On the HPI report, this vehicle shows no insurance database markers for damage or theft. It is currently not covered by a finance agreement.
A non-refundable buyer’s deposit is payable on this item, refer to FAQs and T&Cs for the applicable percentage.
All bidding, buying and offers are subject to our Terms and Conditions.
