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Ford Escort
Mk1 - Escort Mk1 (1968-1975)
1972 Ford Escort Mk. I 1600GT (BDA Powered)Restored to an excellent standard - Type 9 five speed gearbox
1972
37,580 miles
Manual
Petrol
£25,000 – £30,000
Estimate range
Listing Source
About the 1600GT
The Ford Escort 1600GT (1970-1975) had the 1599cc Kent crossflow with 84hp and Weber carburettor. Improved handling with lower, firmer suspension. The sensible performance Escort.
Known Issues to Watch For
Escort Mk1: Engine - Kent crossflow robust with excellent parts. BDA twin-cam (RS1600/Twin Cam) needs specialist care, expensive to rebuild. Pinto (RS2000) - timing belt. Gearbox - 4-speed, ok. Body - RUST is critical. Sills are structural, floors, inner wings, front crossmember, rear arches, boot floor. Restoration panels available. Suspension - leaf spring rear. Values rising steadily, especially RS models. Budget £1-4k annually.
Desirable Options
RS1600 (holy grail), Twin Cam (rare), RS2000, Mexico, Good bodywork critical, Matching numbers
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower84 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1972
Mileage37,580 miles
Body StyleCoupe
RegistrationBNT876K
VIN1793166062
Production Info
Production Years1968 - 1970
GenerationMk1
Listing Source
Price on request
197237,580 milesManual
