Fasten your seatbelts (four points), at the green light you cannon off. They are both names that make the heart beat faster. At least, the heart of those who, a long time ago, had driven them firsthand (the one), or seen them in person while they devoured special stages as if there was no tomorrow (the other). And instead, for Ford RS200 And Ford Escort Mk1, there is a tomorrow. Two of the most iconic Fords ever return to us thanks to the licensing agreement between the Oval and Boreham Motorworks. Below, the first video inspirational: Ford RS200 ”remastered”.
REPLICA RALLY Boreham Motorworks is the motorsport division of DRVN Automotive Group, a leading British company in the luxury car sector and specialized in the design, production and distribution of high performance vehicles. The first fruit of the partnership between Boreham and Ford Motor Company is therefore the return of the legendary Ford RS200: on the occasion of his fortieth anniversaryit is planned – so says a press release – ”the construction from scratch of a completely new racing car inspired by the Group B car and homologated for road circulation”. Under the veil, an appetizer.
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EIGHTY DESIRE FOR RACING First launched in 1984, Ford RS2000 was specifically designed to compete in the World Rally Championship. Mid-engine layout, an advanced all-wheel drive system, a lightweight composite body. Soon, RS200 became one of the most revered rally cars of the century. We will soon receive new information on the RS200 ”replica”: price, circulation, and above all the definitive appearance. From the teaser photos (see also gallery), it seems that the appearance will be similar, but in a more modern way. From RS200 to another ”Hall of Fame” Ford. Ford Escort Mk1. Go by video teaser.
OPERATION NOSTALGIA As well as building replicas from a blank sheet of paper, Boreham Motorworks was tasked with bringing back to life some of the most representative and significant models at the historical level of Ford Motor Company. Specifically, Boreham’s mission is ”the creation of vintage vehicles faithful to the original project, equipped with chassis numbers that continue the numerical sequence of the same vehicles produced in the past”. The register is therefore that of continuation caror recreation car. He will therefore be the first to break the ice Ford Escort Mk1. Introduced in the late 1960s, the Mk1 also became synonymous with motorsport success thanks to its lightweight design and advanced suspension setup, which provided exceptional handling and agility on both the road and in rallying. Same as above: we are waiting for the details of the project. Times, costs, etc. It does not end here. The series involves the ”resurrection” of at least five other iconic Ford vehicles. Some idea?
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