This 1978 Ford Escort Mk2 SR20 Conversion is an extensively modified two door example featuring a turbocharged Nissan SR20 drivetrain and a documented 2015 VicRoads VASS assessment covering its major powertrain, braking, seating and occupant protection modifications. It is powered by a 2.0 litre turbocharged Nissan SR20 inline four paired with a five speed manual transmission, driving the rear wheels through a Nissan R31 BorgWarner rear axle and differential. The odometer is recorded as TMU.

Introduced to Australia in 1975, the second generation Escort continued Ford’s compact rear wheel drive formula and was offered locally in two door and four door forms. Australian Mk2 Escorts were assembled at Ford’s Homebush facility through to 1980, with the platform becoming particularly well known for its adaptability to competition and modified applications.

This example is finished in a matte black rubberised coating over green paintwork. Its competition influenced specification includes a fibreglass bonnet and boot lid, carbon fibre bumpers, rear spoiler, six point roll cage and lightweight Sparco fixed racing seats, with the rear seating positions removed.

The Nissan SR20 installation incorporates a Garrett turbocharger and Autronic SM4 engine management, together with an SR20 five speed manual transmission. Fuel system modifications include an in boot fuel pump and swirl pot. The suspension uses Drummond Motorsport dampers, while braking is handled by AP Racing four piston front calipers and rotors with disc brakes incorporated into the shortened Nissan R31 rear axle assembly.

A supplied VicRoads VASS Club Permit Approval Certificate dated December 2015 identifies chassis CK44UT63853A and engine number SR20 233535W, recording a 2,000 cc Nissan turbocharged inline four and 950 kg tare mass. The certificate documents the upgraded powertrain, braking, seating and occupant protection systems and records approval for M plate Club Permit use at the time of inspection. The certificate also notes that roadworthiness was not covered by that VASS assessment.

The sale includes a significant collection of GRP4 and performance spare parts, comprising Colin McRae GRP4 fibreglass arches, Kevlar GRP4 arch protectors, GRP4 alloy boot hinges, GRP4 alloy spot light brackets, GRP4 alloy fuel tank with platform and alloy filler, an alloy front spoiler, carbon boot floor, carbon fibre steering column surround, alloy front hubs with bearings and studs, an alloy spare wheel stay with ratchet strap, alloy bumper brackets, alloy navigator's foot rest, a lightweight boot stay, a spare Mini light wheel, an SR20 short shift kit and a rear lowering kit with Whiteline bush kit for the leaf springs.

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