Description
1968 Ford Escort Twin Cam
Registration Number: TRC 521F
Chassis Number: BB49HK09550
Recorded Mileage: 4, 848 miles
- Two owners from new
- Period competition rallying history
- Recently subject of comprehensive restoration
First registered on 10th July 1968, this fabulous earlier Twin Cam, a genuine UK-delivered car, took part in a number of rallies in period with its intrepid owner Mr. Chris Edwards. Later to be stored for many years, the Escort was acquired in 2019 by the second owner and comprehensively restored.
The work was undertaken by respected specialist Historic Motorsport (SW) Ltd. An exhaustive nut and bolt restoration, the car retained its period Bilstein suspension, Contour seats and rally specification Twin Cam engine. The quality of the work really is first class, the car presents beautifully in Ermine White with a black vinyl interior. The Escort will be supplied with invoices for restoration, plus current V5C and original registration document.
Now completed and with just running in miles since restoration, this highly enjoyable sporting Ford needs to more than to be enjoyed by its next custodian.
This classic vehicle will be coming to auction with Dore & Rees Auctions on Saturday 21st September at the Castle Combe Autumn Classic. For further information please contact the Motoring department.
