Ford Escort 1600 Mexico rally car, 1972

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Technical data

4 cylinder in-line engine
cylinder capacity: 1601 cc.
carburettors: 2 x twin choke Weber
capacity: 130 bhp. at 6000 rpm.
gearbox: 5-speed, manual
weight: 891 kg.

Information

Ford Escort 1600 Mexico, year 1972. Colour blue with a black rally interior. This Ford Escort Mk I Mexico was extensively restored and rally prepared. For many rally enthusiast this Escort model is one of the ultimate rally cars. In the 1970'ies the Escort Mk I was very successful in rally championships. This because of it's simple and robust construction, reliability and magnificent road holding. The modifications being carried out to optimize this Escort rally car are numerous. The most important are amongst others the perfectly prepared 1600 cc. engine, 5-speed gearbox, special rear axle, adjustable suspension and safety fuel tank. This Escort 1600 Mexico is in excellent condition, super complete, and ready to compete in a variety of historic rally events!

This classic rally car was sold to the Netherlands
by Altena Classic Service.

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