Winner 2017

A.C.E Trophy Winner 2017

FORD ESCORT RS TURBO SERIES 1

Owner: Kim Oram

Produced: 1984-1986

Engine:                     1597

BHP:                          132

Top Speed: 127.1mph

0-60mph: 8.3 secs

The Ford Escort RS Turbo is based on the 3 door Ford Escort Saloon and was supplied in a diamond white body colour only, except for a few one offs.

The RS Turbo is given a distinctive sporty appearance by body front grill bumpers and aerodynamic aids. The deep front spoiler contours are continued around the car by front and rear arch spoilers and interconnecting door still extensions. On the tailgate and XR3i spoiler (also body coloured) is fitted together with the ‘RS Turbo’ decal. RS decals are fitted to the front fenders immediately above a graduated white body side stripe. The interior is trimmed in a combination of Monza and Cashmere fabrics and XR3i type Recaro LS bucket seats fitted as standard.

The engine is fitted to the RS Turbo is a 1600 CVH unit (CHV 1600 Turbocharged intercooled 132bhp) modified to suit the higher loads and the application of the turbo charger. The fuel system is BOSH ‘KE Jetronic’.