The Escort will be a continuation model, while the RS200 will be a ground-up build, officially licenced by Ford ...

In celebration of the iconic RS200's 40 years on this planet English firm Boreham has contracted with Ford to revive the Group B rally competitor as an officially licensed new nostalgia monster.

Ford RS200 and MK1 Escort Are Icons Reimagined by Boreham Motorworks. A licensing agreement with Ford will allow Boreham to build continuation models of legendary Ford road and race cars.

Like the RS200, which launched in 1984 to race in the World Rally Championship’s Group B category, the resto-mod will feature a composite body, a mid-mounted engine, and full-time four-wheel-drive.

U.K.-based Boreham Motorworks is resurrecting two Ford rally icons. The company on Monday announced that it will launch continuation versions of the Ford RS200 and Mk1 Escort , with Ford's blessing.

The RS200 would never have been created were it not for the last-minute axing of Ford's first attempt at a Group B car. The Escort RS1700T was based on the European Mk3 Escort, but was made ...

It will be interesting to see the powertrain Ford would go for in case the carmaker actually decides to build the RS200. They can either go for an ICE -powered sports car or an EV .

The RS200 was a bold attempt by Ford in the 80s, but failed to gain long-term success in rally competition. Now a cult classic, the rare RS200 can fetch over $500,000 due to its history and ...

This Ford RS200 Evolution Is 1-of-24 Group B Monsters With Number Plates. Ford built just 24 examples of the RS200 Evolution, featuring a 2.1-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 600 hp ...

This links a new model to the past (thereby creating nostalgia) and reminds consumers of Ford's rich and varied heritage. The RS200 is, perhaps, one of the company's most significant motorcars.

Ford's legendary RS200 hit near mythic status. Here are its major issues and why it was banned from rally racing in after its short run from 1982 to 1986.