CARBON COPY

This immaculate Harrier-inspired Mk2 has the perfect blend of period looks with a modern twist, thanks to BBS wheels, lashings of carbon fibre — and a 228 bhp Red Top.

It’s hard to put your finger on what makes a perfect classic Ford build, but when you see one you know. Although subjective, it’s usually a combination of things in small amounts; but perfect paint, a super-low stance and awesome wheels are a surefire kickstart. Dennis Stoffel’s Mk2 Escort ticks all the boxes there, but combined with a stunning interior retrim, superb fit and finish throughout, as well as carbon fibre touches inside and out that have earned the car the nickname Carbon Queen, it’s as close to perfection as you can get for many people. But make no mistake, the car is no show queen, thanks to a dyno-proven XE, featherweight 850 kg mass and uprated brakes and suspension to match. Unsurprisingly, it’s taken some time to get the…

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Classic Ford (Digital) - 1 Issue, April 2025

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