The Legendary Ford RS200 Rally Car Is Coming Back From The Dead And You’ll Be Able To Buy A New One In America
Will the new RS200 be road-legal and available globally?
Yes, the new RS200 will be road-legal and available globally. Boreham Motorworks, a UK-based car designer, has partnered with Ford to produce a limited run of the iconic rally car as a road-legal continuation vehicle12. The new RS200 will take inspiration from the original and be fully road legal, with the partnership expected to spawn a rebirth of other legendary Ford vehicles as well4.
What challenges might arise in producing a new RS200 from scratch?
Producing a new RS200 from scratch may pose several challenges. The original car was a turbocharged, all-wheel-drive sports car made for gravel with a fiberglass body from Reliant and an engine from Cosworth. Replicating the exact specifications, finding suitable materials, and ensuring the car meets modern safety and emissions standards could be difficult. Additionally, the limited production nature might affect the availability of spare parts and specialized knowledge for maintenance.
Which automakers have previously released continuation cars?
Several automakers have released continuation cars, including Jaguar with the C-Type continuation, Aston Martin with the Goldfinger DB5 continuation, and various continuation-spec Shelby Cobras. Ford has also recently announced a limited production run of the Ford RS200 Group B homologation special in partnership with Boreham Motorworks.