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Ford Escort RS1800

1976 · 24,187 miles · Manual · Diamond White

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Listed today at Project1903, Ulverston. Last checked today.

Key facts

Year: 1976
Registration: ONO 804P
Mileage: 24,187 miles
Gearbox: Manual
Engine: 1.8-litre four-cylinder
Power: 115 bhp
Fuel: Petrol
Drive: RWD
Body: Saloon
Colour: Diamond White
Doors: 2
Previous owners: 1
Generation: Mk II

About this car

This Mk II Escort RS1800 is one of only 109 built and one of five press cars Ford used for media and promotional work. It was first registered to Ford on 19 May 1976 as ONO 804P and sold in March 1977 to Mick "Duffy" Collard, the Ford works driver and 1980 World Hot Rod Champion.

Collard used it sparingly for around seven years before a restoration began in 1985, with the engine rebuilt by Holbay Engineering. The car was then stored in a barn for about 35 years. It has covered 24,187 miles, and the page says the shell, floors and panels are original, with the bodywork refinished in Diamond White.

The V5C lists two keepers from new, Ford and the Collard family. The car briefly carried the plate 19 BAN before reverting to its original registration. A large archive of period photographs is said to document its life, including its time on press duties. Price is on application.

Written by Vertar from Project1903’s listing. Check the details with the dealer before you buy.

Performance

The maker’s official figures for this model, not measurements of this car (Ford of Britain RS1800 road-car figures (1835cc Cosworth BDA, 115 bhp DIN); weight, performance figures and build plant (Aveley/Saarlouis) withheld because the official figures couldn't be confirmed).

Engine: 1,835 cc, 4 cylinders
Engine position: Front-engined
Induction: Naturally aspirated