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Ford Escort RS1800 Mk.II

The Ford Escort Mk 2 was launched in 1975. It was a significant evolution compared to the Escort Mk 1 that debuted at the Brussels Motor Show in January 1968. It used the reliable mechanical components of the Mk 1 but adopted a new design based on a squared-style look that aligned with the aesthetic and stylistic taste of the 70s. The product range was wide, available in three body styles (2 doors, 4 doors, and 3 doors station wagon), five types of engines, and a significant variety of settings and configurations. The Escort Mk 2 was mainly produced in the Ford Group German plants and achieved good commercial success. In addition to the more classic version, the Escort Sport version was also released, characterized by a more aggressive look and distinctive sport interiors. To compete successfully in the World Rally Championship, a dedicated model, the RS 1800, was introduced to complete the lineup. Successful results were achieved, with the team of Waldegård Björn and Thorszelius Hans securing second place in the world-famous Monte Carlo Rally in 1979 and winning the World Rally Championship at the end of the year. The motorsport team also achieved excellent results with another team, ranked fifth in the Monaco 1979 sport event, formed by Mikkola Hannu and Hertz Arnee.