The Ford Escort is one of those cars that went from humble beginnings to absolute legend status. Originally built as a basic commuter econo car, it found fame and glory in the world of racing. Who would’ve thought Ford’s little two-door compact would end up being one of its most celebrated models? While the Escort is long gone from Ford’s lineup, its cult following is alive and well, especially among enthusiasts.
Enter Boreham Motorworks, the masterminds behind an officially licensed “continumod” Escort. Yep, it even gets continuation chassis numbers. And let’s just say they’ve nailed the whole “make it look and sound amazing” vibe. Why? Well, read on to find out.
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For starters, you get to choose what engine goes into this thing. Of course, the best engine option just has to be the 2.1-liter, motorsport-derived, naturally aspirated four-cylinder unit. This thing has double overhead cams, forged steel conrods, a billet crankshaft, and motorsport-grade fuel and ignition systems—all crammed into an engine that weighs just 85kg. It revs up to 10,000rpm, cranks out a respectable 296 hp, and is paired with a five-speed dogleg gearbox. Top it off with a titanium exhaust tuned for sheer performance, and you’ve got an absolute screamer.
If that’s a bit much, there’s a second option—a 1.8-liter ‘Twin Cam’ engine with fuel injection and a dry sump. It makes a solid 182hp, revs to 9,000rpm, and comes with a four-speed manual straight-cut gearbox. Both setups send power to the rear wheels because, of course, they do.
Boreham went all-out with the engineering here, claiming their new Mk1 RS has tolerances the original designers wouldn’t have dreamed of. They dug up Ford’s original blueprints, laser-scanned an original Mk1 Escort, and rebuilt it with modern precision. The result? A lightweight, 800kg throwback machine with an ATB limited-slip differential, coilovers, and zero electronic nannies like ABS or traction control. Boreham calls it “visceral” with “controllable oversteer.” You might just call it a handful if you’re not ready.
Would you spend P22M on this officially licensed Ford Escort reincarnation?
It’s been rebuilt to modern standards, and delivers some serious performance.
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The Ford Escort is one of those cars that went from humble beginnings to absolute legend status. Originally built as a basic commuter econo car, it found fame and glory in the world of racing. Who would’ve thought Ford’s little two-door compact would end up being one of its most celebrated models? While the Escort is long gone from Ford’s lineup, its cult following is alive and well, especially among enthusiasts.
Enter Boreham Motorworks, the masterminds behind an officially licensed “continumod” Escort. Yep, it even gets continuation chassis numbers. And let’s just say they’ve nailed the whole “make it look and sound amazing” vibe. Why? Well, read on to find out.
Related: Black out or Back out? The New Ford Territory Sport goes dark
For starters, you get to choose what engine goes into this thing. Of course, the best engine option just has to be the 2.1-liter, motorsport-derived, naturally aspirated four-cylinder unit. This thing has double overhead cams, forged steel conrods, a billet crankshaft, and motorsport-grade fuel and ignition systems—all crammed into an engine that weighs just 85kg. It revs up to 10,000rpm, cranks out a respectable 296 hp, and is paired with a five-speed dogleg gearbox. Top it off with a titanium exhaust tuned for sheer performance, and you’ve got an absolute screamer.
If that’s a bit much, there’s a second option—a 1.8-liter ‘Twin Cam’ engine with fuel injection and a dry sump. It makes a solid 182hp, revs to 9,000rpm, and comes with a four-speed manual straight-cut gearbox. Both setups send power to the rear wheels because, of course, they do.
Boreham went all-out with the engineering here, claiming their new Mk1 RS has tolerances the original designers wouldn’t have dreamed of. They dug up Ford’s original blueprints, laser-scanned an original Mk1 Escort, and rebuilt it with modern precision. The result? A lightweight, 800kg throwback machine with an ATB limited-slip differential, coilovers, and zero electronic nannies like ABS or traction control. Boreham calls it “visceral” with “controllable oversteer.” You might just call it a handful if you’re not ready.
Now, here’s the catch. While the original Escort was a car for the masses, this modern-day reincarnation is, well, not. The price? A jaw-dropping £295,000—that’s about P21.8 million. Ouch.
If that’s way out of reach, don’t worry—you can still snag a Ford that fits your budget. Check out AutoDeal for all the latest specs, features, and prices. And with the AutoDeal app now available for Android and iOS, getting behind the wheel of your next ride is easier than ever!
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