Ford has been making special performance cars in Europe since the
1960s. From the original "Fast Ford", the Cortina GT Mk 1
of 1963, to the very latest Focus RS and StreetKa, family after
family of sporty models have been developed, sold and campaigned in
motorsport. The "Fast Ford" fraternity is one of the
largest of all motoring enthusiasts' movements, with a vast
number of one-make events held in the UK and overseas. This book is
a model-by-model guide and accurate reference source for the
enthusiast. The book contains: details of all significant
"Fast Fords"; the behind-the-scenes development story,
evolution and technical specifications for each model; many
previously unpublished photographs from the Ford RS brand over the
years; full details of the rally cars, including the Escorts,
Sierra RS Cosworth and the Focus WRC; and details of world-beating
racing cars such as the Lotus-Cortina, Capri RS2600 and Sierra
RS500 Cosworth.
'Packed with facts, stats and revealing information about each model's conception and developement...a great read' Auto Express 'a superb book' Classics
Graham Robson has written authoritatively on many subjects, but Ford is the marque that is closest to his heart. Author of a number of well-received Haynes books, such as The Works Escorts, Cosworth and New Mini, he lives near the Dorset Coast.
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Details of all significant 'Fast Fords' gathered together in one comprehensive volume for the first time. The behind the scenes development story, evolution and technical specifications for each significant model. Many previously unpublished photographs from the Ford official archives. The model by model story of the evolution of the Ford RS brand over the years. Full details of the rally cars, including the Escorts, Sierra RS Cosworth and the Focus WRC. World beating racing cars such as the Lotus Cortina, Capri RS2600 and Sierra RS500 Cosworth.
