1989 Ford Escort RS Turbo | Knowle and Dorridge, West Midlands

The Ford Escort RS Turbo is a turbocharged Escort hatchback, developed with touring car racing in mind. It is remembered as one of the best-loved hot hatches of the 1980s, with spoilers and wide arches that made its sporting intent obvious. This 1989 car is grey outside and grey within, in very good condition. Its 1600cc turbocharged engine drives the front wheels, and the bodywork carries vents in the bonnet, flared arches and a rear spoiler. The plain grey cabin gives interior shots a period setting to match the exterior. Film and television productions get a convincing 1980s street car, with the vents, arches and spoiler reading clearly on screen. Music videos and fashion shoots can use the grey-on-grey colouring for a retro look, and photographers have strong lines to work with. It gives events a talking point too, and a groom can arrive in it on his wedding day. The car is based in Knowle and Dorridge, West Midlands.