In 1981, the Ford Escort replaced the Pinto as the company’s subcompact offering. Built as a “world car” through collaboration with Ford of Europe, the Escort shifted to front-wheel-drive and would remain in production into the early part of… more»
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May 29, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Woodgrain Survivor: 1985 Ford Escort Squire
The Ford Escort arrived on the American market in late 1980, for the 1981 model year, as the front-wheel-drive replacement for the aging Pinto. It was initially developed alongside the Mk. 3 European Escort with the idea that it… more»
Mar 22, 2020 • For Sale • 44 Comments
22k Mile Survivor: 1981 Ford Escort GL
Update 3/22/20 – After featuring this 1981 Ford Escort GL last fall, it’s for sale again, this time here on craigslist in Palm Bay, Florida for $3,900. Someone won the car on the eBay auction for $2,550 and at… more»
Feb 10, 2019 • Auctions • 10 Comments
Tesla Alternative: 1981 Ford Escort Electrica EV
Ok, there’s no jet engine in this 1981 Ford Escort Electrica, but Jet Industries out of Austin, Texas converted engineless vehicles to battery power and one such beast was the Ford Escort Jet Electrica. This rare example can be… more»
Jan 8, 2019 • For Sale • 24 Comments
True Hot Hatch: 1988 Ford Escort RS Turbo
Whether you love them or whether you hate them, the hot hatches were a breed of car that really defined the 1980s. While they lacked the pure horsepower of a muscle car, light weight and agile handling still made… more»
