Independent engineering house Boreham Motorworks has teamed up with Ford to produce a modern interpretation of the beloved Escort Mk1 RS. Officially licensed by the Blue Oval, the project starts with a clean slate: no original donor bodies are used, allowing the team to stretch the wheelbase, push the front axle forward and craft bespoke subframes for improved handling.

Body panels are moulded from carbon fiber, and the front end incorporates a distinctive extended hood and integrated spoiler that recall 1970s rally cars while enhancing aerodynamics.

Buyers can choose between a traditional twin‑cam 1.8‑liter engine or the headline Ten‑K unit. Developed in‑house, the Ten‑K displaces 2.1-liter and revs to an astonishing 10,000 rpm, delivering 330 horsepower through a sequential gearbox. Fully floating rear axles, adjustable suspension and modern brakes complete the mechanical package.

The cockpit remains intentionally analog, with supportive bucket seats, minimal driver aids and a metal‑rimmed steering wheel — an antidote to contemporary digital overload. Each car is hand‑built to order at Boreham’s facility in the U.K., and production is limited to 150 examples.

The Escort Mk1 RS by Boreham Motorworks isn’t a restomod so much as a brand‑new car that channels the spirit of its namesake. By combining high‑tech materials with a purity of purpose, the company aims to deliver what it calls “Peak Analogue” driving.

Prospective owners will need both patience and resources; the cars are sold on commission, and allocation will go quickly.