Ford Escort Mk I RS1600

The RS1600 established a separate homologated Escort identity.

What to check before buying

Check shell and engine records and documentation for any period competition build.

FIA homologation establishes the initial model specification.

Commission a search or pre-purchase review

  • Source a car

    Set the model, specification, budget, and timetable. We run the private search and screen candidates against your brief.

    Private sourcing
  • Assess a car you’ve found

    Review the seller’s records, comparable sales, and questions for an independent marque specialist before deciding what to offer.

    Pre-purchase advice

We agree the written scope, fee, and any specialist costs before work begins.

Factory specification and chronology

Factory purpose
Road and competition