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1978 Ford Escort (Mk2) RS1800 - MSA Group 4 Rally Car

United Kingdom • 13 Mar 2025

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This 1978 Ford Escort RS1800 is a meticulously rebuilt Group 4 rally car, boasting a powerful Millington Racing Engines 'Diamond Series' inline-four. Having secured a win at the 2015 Silverstone Ford Fair Concours, it presents a unique opportunity for historic rallies and motorsport events.

While resprayed in 2008 and showing minor wear, the car has been dry-stored, lightly used, and recently serviced, ensuring its readiness for competition or collection. The recent MOT pass and comprehensive documentation add to its appeal.

Condition

8

The car has been dry-stored since its rebuild and only used on dry days for light road use. The most recent MOT test was a first-time pass with no advisories. The most recent service was completed in August 2024, where Mellors Elliot Motorsport replaced the engine oil, oil filter, brake fluid, spark plugs and battery. The car won first position in the modified class of the 2015 Silverstone Ford Fair Concours event, and it has also entered The Lakes Tour. The car was featured in the December 2015 issue of Retro Ford magazine.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

[Chassis No]

Odometer:

3,200 miles

Reg Number:

STM 4R

RHD/LHD:

RHD

KEY FACTS This Mk2 Ford Escort RS1800 is an MSA-approved 1970s rally car, which has been prepared for Group 4 competition, and boasts an especially high-grade specification.

Power comes from a 2.0-litre Millington Racing Engines ‘Diamond Series’ inline-four, delivering a dyno-proven 296bhp to the rear wheels through a Quaife 60G six-speed sequential gearbox with a racing clutch and quick-fit alloy bell housing.

The rebuild was completed in 2011, before the car was sold to a long-term RS Owners Club member, who took the next steps towards achieving MSA approval.

It won first position in the modified class of the 2015 Silverstone Ford Fair Concours event, and it has also entered The Lakes Tour.

The car was featured in the December 2015 issue of Retro Ford magazine, which can be read in the image gallery.

The seller notes that the car has been dry-stored since its rebuild, has never been raced or rallied, and only used on dry days for light road use.

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