Ford Escort for sale | Classic Driver
The car presented here is an Escort Mk1 RS1600 which has recently been the subject of a fully documented and extensive restoration to an impeccable standard. A few years ago, our vendor bought the best example he could with a view to creating the ultimate RS1600. The jewel-like BDA engine has been fully rebuilt by Harris Performance Engines
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Introduction The successful Escort Twin Cam was replaced by the more powerful Escort in 1970, the RS1600. The letters "RS" stood for "Rally Sport", a brand name invented by Ford and one that continued for many years. Quickly the term "RS" came to be known for high performance Fords.
1973 FORD ESCORT (MK1) RS1600 BDA - Collecting Cars
This result and the ensuing acclaim prompted Ford to produce the famous Escort Mexico (1.6-litre Kent-engine) road version in honour of the rally car.</p><p>One step up from the Mexico, the Escort RS1600 was developed using an engine that was essentially a detuned Formula 3 unit designated BDA (Belt Drive A Series).
Ford Escort rs1600 for sale - December 2020
The original RS-badged Ford was the 1970 Ford Escort RS1600, the first-ever Ford road car to use a 16-valve twin-overhead-camshaft engine, and the first to be assembled in the new Advanced Vehicle Operation factory at Aveley, in Essex. It also became the first Ford model to be sold through an expanding network of specialised Rallye Sport
Historic Rally Cars : Escort RS1600 Historic LHD
One of the most notable early European Ford Escort variants was the RS1600. Introduced in 1970, the RS1600 was powered by a 1.6L inline four engine that produced 115hp. These rare early performance models were often used for rally competitions, and were given a strengthened bodyshell.
Ford Escort I RS1600 Technical Specs, Dimensions
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Escort RS1600 | Auto Express
The Escort RS1600 was developed using the BDA engine that was essentially a detuned Formula 3 unit. As well as higher performance engines and sports suspension, these models featured strengthened Type 49 body shells, making them ideal for rallying. Only 1,137 RS1600s were …
Ford Escort (Europe) - Wikipedia
This result and the ensuing acclaim prompted Ford to produce the famous Escort Mexico (1.6-litre Kent-engine) road version in honour of the rally car.</p><p>One step up from the Mexico, the Escort RS1600 was developed using an engine that was essentially a detuned Formula 3 unit designated BDA (Belt Drive A Series).
1972 Ford Escort MK1 RS1600 BDA FIA Rally Car | Classic
Introduction The successful Escort Twin Cam was replaced by the more powerful Escort in 1970, the RS1600. The letters "RS" stood for "Rally Sport", a brand name invented by Ford and one that continued for many years. Quickly the term "RS" came to be known for high performance Fords.
Ford Escort RS 1600 - Unique Cars and Parts
1971 FORD ESCORT RS1600 LAIRY CANARY (THE MIKE BELL COLLECTION) To be offered at auction on 12th December 2020 At No Reserve + Buyers Premium 11% + VAT of the hammer price. A genuine, Aveley-built, February 1971, RS1600 superbly prepared for circuit racing. A genuine, Aveley-built, February 1971, RS1600 Superbly
Ford Escort RS1600 Market - CLASSIC.COM
The Ford Escort I RS1600 has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 1599 cm3 / 97.6 cu-in capacity. How much horsepower (hp) does a 1970 Ford Escort I RS1600 have? The 1970 Ford Escort I RS1600 has 115 PS / 113 bhp / 85 kW horsepower.
Classic Ford Escort Rs1600s For Sale - Car and Classic
This 1973 Ford Escort RS1600 is not only one of just 1,139 examples of the coveted AVO special edition, but one of just 200 with an alloy-block version of the 120bhp 1.6-litre Cosworth BDA engine with its four-speed manual gearbox. Having undergone a thorough professional restoration to the original specification, this is an immaculate and
Ford Escort rs1600 for sale - December 2020
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