MadaboutKitcars

Think it was something to do with the ford badge being blue

Hi Chris - can I just check that you are doing a version that I can bolt onto the front of my car, I have a Ferrari and Maserati bonnet so I am sure a Ford would fit in...

:-)

Interesting project Chris, I am glad you are having some fun with this one. I see you have already dumped the MXico engine and uprated to the Twin Cam version!

Saw this earlier this evening and , for something I wasnt sure about , I have to say , its shaping up quite nicely . Chopped , stretched MK1 Escort - it works !

My "want one of them" list is getting longer again

Brilliant... its gonna be a classic!

True, but a 1970's low spec escort isn't much fun to drive and will need loads of TLC to keep it on the road.

The beauty with this is that when painted and with the stripes applied it will make people think.

When was the last time you saw an Escort?
Let alone a 16v Race / Rally / Rod

https://youtu.be/J2Os8DGvLmE
Not much mk2 escort left on this one either but its still recognisable

Could also have an Escort convertible!

i think Pilkington will do a one off from a template , probably cost a bit though

Great to see some Tribute magic! Keep the updates coming Chris!

Now you're talking...

I've had 3 of those. The last one had the 130bhp Zetec motor so the thought of 150bhp in a potentially lighter and better balanced car has some appeal.

Not sure how the hood would work though...

Watched this vid and at the end i thought i can smell the rubber then remembered my tea was still in the oven. LOL

Another roof......and that's about it.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Escort-MK1-1974-Breaking-spares-Garden-Find-READ-DESCRIPTION-/262318856288?hash=item3d136c1860:g:tLMAAOSwPc9W1yqz

Knowing your love for white and black livery and drilled body panels - this could be some inspiration
https://youtu.be/e2LHD3zkHpo

Best Idea ever

Any progress? And Pictures to proof it?

Cheers

I was over at Chris's place the other day, he is really busy with other work and it didn't look like the project had moved on much.

Best Idea ever.

Thanks for the Info.
I'm sorry,I hope Chris find's a little more time for himself and his personal project.

mx5teo

I did spend 15 minutes on Saturday morning trying on a wheel and tyre for clearance.

Before. Stock MX5 14" wheel:



After. New 15x9 0et alloy trial fitted with a used 225/50 to check amount of tyre stretch and clearance on steering lock, which is all good at stock ride height. The finished car will be lowered 60mm so may require the front inner arch panel joint seams dressing back a little for clearance:





Not a huge difference in rolling radius and only about an inch in height:




Bonnet finally collected from eBay seller (he had £20k in his unfinished Mk1 Escort...), it will need to be combined with the rear edge of an MX bonnet to lengthen:

Roof

And been playing around with the Roof aswell?
Fits quite nicely or not?

gr.

Nice one Chris, that's coming along nicely.

What is the plan with the roof/windscreen?

The roof will only require widening, lowering and shortening, but not a bad fit really. Contour at windscreen head rail is very similar.

Unsuspecting donor:

MX5 windscreen will be retained, side and rear windows will be Lexan/polycarbonate.

roof mxico

Always more work as it seems.
I am interested in a set when you have finished with your
Personal Project.
Mine first car was an escort mk1 and I have a lot off mx5 parts
and some cars as well. A perfect combination of the past and present
for me.

regards mx5teo
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A set can be yours, including sending to Holland, no problem