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Ford Escort Mk1 Classic race car - SOLD
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Description:
Classic circuit racing car in very good condition. Full race Ford 711m 1680cc crossflow engine, 5 speed Tran-X heavy duty straight cut close ratio gearbox, and Quaife LSD. Road legal in New Zealand
- History: The car was New Zealand new, manufactured in 1971 and first registered in 1972. The current owner purchased the car in 1997. Complete competition logbooks containing dates and locations of all events from January 2000 to current. Race results and event programs from 2008 to current. The entire competition history is within the North Island of New Zealand, and includes circuit racing and tarmac hillclimbs.
- Class: Classic
- Weight: 2030 lbs
- Track: Hampton Downs, NZ
- Engine Builder: Lynn Rogers
- Engine Manufacturer: Ford
- Displacement: 1680cc
- Horsepower: 149 at last freshen
- Induction: 2 x Dellorto DHLA40 carbs
- Block: Ford 711m
- Crankshaft: Steel
- Connecting Rods: SAENZ forged
- Pistons: Forged
- Camshaft: Forged, custom grind similar to Kent 254
- Clutch: Twin plate
- Pressure Plate: Powertrain
- Flywheel: Sprocket, 8lb
- Exhaust: 4-2-1 Custom made, tuned lengths
- Total Time: Approx 17 hours
- Fuel Cell
- Capacity: 45 litres
- Fuel Pump: Carter electric
- Fuel Type: AvGas
- Radiator: Yes
- Water Rad Location: Engine bay
- Water Pump: Standard
- Oil Cooler: 24 row
- Oil Cooler Location: Engine bay
- Ignition: Crane, electronic
- Alternator: Standard
- Battery: Standard, in boot
- Transmission Manufacturer: Ford
- Type: Type 9
- Gears: 5
- Shifter: Standard
- Notes: Tran-X heavy duty, straight cut, close ratio.
- Rear End Manufacturer: Ford
- Type: English Axle
- Ratio: 4.86
- Differential: Quaife LSD
- Construction: All original steel panels
- Color: Green
- Condition: Very Good
- Front Suspension: Mk 1 V6 Capri Struts, adjustable TCA's, adjustable compression struts, multiple sway bar options.
- Rear Suspension: Leaf spring with 2 link kit, sway bars - 2 sizes available
- Shocks: Front: Koni adjustable. Rear: Bilstein
- Brakes: Front: M16 Caliper on vented discs. Rear: solid disc.
- Steering: Standard
- Wheels: Genuine Ford RS alloys, 13
- Tires: 205 / 60 / 13 Toyo R888
- Fire System: Hand held extinguisher
- Restraints: 3 inch, 6 point harnesses
- Gauges: Additional oil temp & oil pressure + oil pressure light
- Steering Wheel: Momo
- Condition: Very Good
- Spare Part: 1 x Ford RS alloy wheel (used, good condition)
- Spare Part: 1 x 4.44 crownwheel and pinion (used, good condition)
- Spare Part: 1 set front vented discs, brand new old stock
- Spare Part: Various brake pads, both race and standard compounds
- Spare Part: Modified original rear seat.
- Spare Part: Sway bars front and rear, different sizes
