FORD ESCORT WRC

FORD ESCORT WRC – FIA HISTORIC TECHNICAL PASSPORT

KG Motorsport are proud to offer this exceptional Ford Escort WRC, originally constructed by **Mellors Elliot Motorsport** from a genuine **Ford Motorsport Escort WRC bodyshell** for customer competition.

Mellors Elliot Motorsport were one of Ford Motorsport’s leading satellite teams during the Escort WRC era, building and preparing a number of highly successful customer World Rally Cars.

First competing in 1999 and campaigned in period by **Neale Dougan**, the car retains its **original MSA Competition Logbook** and is accompanied by an outstanding collection of original competition and technical documentation.

Most significantly, the car was issued with a full **FIA Historic Technical Passport in 2026**. The HTP represents the car as a **2000 Ford Escort WRC Evolution** and remains valid until **10 January 2036**.

This current FIA HTP is a major asset, providing the car with long-term eligibility for prestigious FIA Historic competition and events across Europe, subject to individual event regulations.

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# DOCUMENTATION AND PROVENANCE

* Original MSA Competition Logbook

* FIA Historic Technical Passport issued in 2026

* FIA HTP valid until 10 January 2036

* Original Ford Motorsport / Boreham roll-cage certificate

* Complete FIA HTP dossier and supporting technical documentation

* Original V5 Registration Certificate

* Documented period competition history beginning in 1999

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# PERIOD COMPETITION HISTORY

The Escort first appeared in competition during the 1999 season with **Neale Dougan** at the Lurgan Park Rally.

The car subsequently enjoyed a successful period competition career, including overall podium finishes and recorded stage victories.

Following its retirement from active competition in Ireland in 2005, the Escort remained a cherished collector’s car, making only a single guest appearance at **Rallylegend**, where it was demonstrated by former Ford works driver and 1993 Rallye Sanremo winner **Gianfranco Cunico**.

The car later underwent an extensive restoration and rebuild by **D-Max in Italy**, completed in anticipation of its future eligibility for FIA Historic competition. Detailed photographic and video records of this work are available to serious prospective purchasers and demonstrate the craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout the car.

Further specialist mechanical work was entrusted to **Oppliger Motorsport**, recognised as leading Ford Cosworth experts. Oppliger rebuilt the car’s engines and also carried out the transmission rebuilds.

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# FIA HISTORIC SPECIFICATION

* Ford Escort WRC Evolution 2000 specification

* FIA World Rally Car Evolution, up to 2000 Historic category

* Documented Period K specification

* Ford Cosworth 1998cc turbocharged engine

* FIA Historic Technical Passport issued by ACI Sport in 2026

* FIA HTP valid until 10 January 2036

* Original Ford Motorsport / Boreham welded-in roll cage

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# CURRENT SAFETY EQUIPMENT

* Driver and co-driver Sparco Circuit II FIA competition seats

* FIA 8855-1999 homologated

* Seats valid until 2030

* Driver and co-driver Sparco six-point FHR harnesses

* FIA 8853-2016 homologated

* Harnesses valid until 2030

* FIA-approved Antincendio Cesare plumbed-in fire-suppression system

* Manufactured and placed into service in June 2025

* Next inspection due June 2027

* Antincendio Cesare 2kg ABC handheld fire extinguisher

* Manufactured and placed into service in June 2025

* Inspection current until June 2027

* WITA FIA FT3 fuel cell

* Manufactured in 2025

* Valid until 2030

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# PERIOD-CORRECT EQUIPMENT

* Full Ford Escort WRC bonnet lamp pod

* Matching period-correct corner lamp pods

* Original Ford Motorsport dash controls and switch panels

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# A RARE OPPORTUNITY

Ford Escort WRCs with genuine period competition history, their original MSA Competition Logbook and a newly issued FIA Historic Technical Passport seldom become available.

This car combines documented period history, an extensive restoration and rebuild by D-Max in Italy, specialist engine and transmission work by Oppliger Motorsport, current long-dated FIA safety equipment and Historic eligibility through to 2036.

Few Escort WRCs combine original competition documentation, current FIA Historic certification and such a carefully documented restoration. Whether destined for prestigious historic rallies, demonstration events or a significant private collection, this car represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an authentic example of one of Ford’s most iconic World Rally Cars.

Further technical information, restoration records, competition history and detailed photographs are available to serious prospective purchasers.

**Worldwide shipping can be arranged.**

**Price and further information available upon request.**

Technical Specification

Engine

* Ford Escort Cosworth WRC mechanics

* 0 km WRC engine

* Compression ratio: 9.8:1

* 33 mm forged competition pistons

* 136 mm connecting rods with ARP rod bolts

* Machined cylinder head

* WRC camshafts and related tappets

* Double valve springs and flat retainers

* Sodium-filled valves

* Jacketed monoblock with ductile liners

* Modified long studs and revised oil passages

* Specific 8.5L engine oil sump with anti-splash baffles

* Monoblock with 2 oil feeds and 1 oil return

* New T35 turbocharger with 34 mm flange

* Wastegate with 34 mm capsule

* Ecumaster ECU

* Silver wiring loom

* Turbo pressure control via air injectors

* ALS (2-position anti-lag)

Chassis

* Mechanowelded front cradle

* Welded Mecano rear cradle

Suspension & Steering

* 6-piece WRC suspension arm kit

* Cast aluminium asphalt front hubs

* Front arms in Ergal 7075 with T6 hardening

* Compression arms in 39NiCrMoZ

* Proflex shock absorbers with separate cartridges

* Wide top mounts with maximum camber adjustment

* WRC-specific steering column with motorsport joints

* Front and rear stabiliser bars with blade adjustment (6 settings)

Braking System

* AP Racing pedal box with 3 master cylinders:

* 0.625”

* 0.700”

* 0.700”

* AP Racing brakes:

* Front: 356 mm discs, 6-piston calipers

* Rear: 315 mm discs, 4-piston calipers

Transmission

* 1.9-turn WRC quick steering rack (overhauled)

* 6-speed sequential FFD gearbox

* Central differential release

* Reconditioned with new dogs and sliding gears

Wheels

* 4 x Speedline WRC wheels

* Size: 8×18 ET33 Cerchi

Controls

* 45° angled hydraulic handbrake

* Twin AP Racing 0.700” master cylinders

**To discuss the car, call or WhatsApp Kieron at KG Motorsport:**