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Ford Escort
Mk1 - Escort Mk1 (1968-1975)
1973 Ford Escort MK1 1100
1973
93,000 miles
Manual
Petrol
Sold for £5,906
Sold on 23 Apr 2026
Description
Registration – XXF 326M Chassis No. – BBAFPT.48563 M.O.T. – Exempt Odometer – 93,000 Finished in bright green with a contrasting black interior, this Mk1 example presents as an honest and increasingly rare survivor. The clean and simple lines of the early Escort are complemented by chrome bumpers, body coloured steel wheels with hubcaps and the correct brightwork. The interior remains delightfully original in appearance, featuring black vinyl seats, wood effect dash trim and the classic thre...
About the 1100
The Ford Escort 1100 (1968-1975) was the base model of the revolutionary Mk1 Escort. 1098cc Kent crossflow engine producing 45hp. Lightweight, simple, and economical. The everyday Escort that sold in huge numbers.
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
Horsepower45 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1973
Mileage93,000 miles
Body StyleCoupe
Production Info
Production Years1968 - 1975
GenerationMk1
Listing Source
Price on request
197393,000 milesManual
