OLD SCHOOL, NEW RULES
THE RIGHT STUFF
One of this car’s principle attractions is that it feels old-school through-and-through. Sure, there are some modern technological upgrades, but everything’s been chosen to complement the inherent 1970s-ness of the Mk2. “I wanted to go absolutely mad with it, but still keep it as an Escort should be,” explains Lewis. “Subtle changes, more than anything. I wanted it to be built right with all new parts or new-old stock. I knew I wanted it Diamond White, and to look a little like an RS Mexico with the spoilers and interior.And, of course, it had to have a lairy Pinto on twin Webers. Keeping it strictly old-school, that was the plan — wheels, suspension, everything.” It’s safe to say he’s delivered on that brief.…
