Italeri 3650 - 1/24 Ford Escort RS1800 Mk.II Lombard RAC Rally  [IT-3650S]

The Ford Escort Mk 2 premiered in 1975. It had been a substantial development set alongside the Escort Mk 1 that debuted at Brussels engine Show in January 1968. It used the dependable mechanical elements as the Mk 1 but adopted a new design centered on a squared-style appearance able to maintain line with all the aesthetic and stylistic style for the 70s. As well as the more classic version, it absolutely was also released the Escort Sport variation characterized by a far more aggressive look and distinctive sport interiors. To compete, effectively, in World Rally Championship, a dedicated model, the RS 1800, had been introduced to complete the fall into line. Effective results is accomplished. From 1975 to 1979 the Ford Escort RS 1800 won for five consecutive years the prestigious RAC (Royal vehicle Club) Rally, the main rally occasion arranged in britain and an essential milestone of the World Rally Championship.