A CONTINUATION version of one of the most dominant touring cars of all time, the Alan Mann Racing Ford Escort Mk1, is being produced in limited numbers by Coventry-based Boreham Motorworks

Just 24 examples of the car will be made and built to the exact specifications of the British Saloon Car Championship-winning original with a price tag in the region of £300,000.

The Ford Escort Alan Mann 68 Edition is the first car to be released in Boreham Motorworks ‘Ultra Series' and will be joined by a ‘Collector Series' which includes road-going versions of the Ford Escort Mk1 RS and the Ford RS200.

All are built from the ground up and have Ford-certified chassis numbers.

While the Escort Mk1 RS and the Alan Mann 68 Edition share the same body panel design as the original 1968 race car, including the distinctive bubble arches, that's where the similarities end.

The Mk1 RS is a modern, performance focussed, road-going interpretation of the classic Escort Mk1 RS, blending heritage with modern refinement, technology, and real-world road performance.

The Alan Mann 68 Edition is an extreme, no-compromise race car - an identical collector's copy of the original Alan Mann Racing machine, built to its exact specifications in every detail.

Every component is engineered for competition and will transport its driver straight back to the golden era of British Saloon Car Racing of the 1960s.

The Ford Escort Alan Mann 68 Edition will be made available in two specifications, Period Correct or Modern Race.

Period Correct is a collector's item, the lightest possible configuration, built precisely to FIA Group 5 regulations, offering an unfiltered connection to one of Ford's most celebrated racing cars, exactly as the original XOO 349F sits today, after it finished racing with Alan Mann at the end of 1969.

The Modern Race has an FIA Technical Passport, incorporating modern safety features including a full roll cage, FIA-approved seats, harnesses, and a plumbed-in fire extinguisher-eligible for historic racing worldwide.

Only 24 Alan Mann 68 Edition models will ever be produced, ensuring absolute exclusivity. This is not simply a limited-edition model; it is a painstakingly accurate continuation of a motorsport masterpiece, offering collectors and historic racing enthusiasts a chance to experience and own one of the most celebrated touring cars in history.

Henry Mann, managing director of Alan Mann Racing, said: "My father always believed that the key to success in motorsport was an unrelenting pursuit of precision engineering, innovation and the constant obsession of lightweight solutions. The Alan Mann 68 Edition is a testament to that philosophy, capturing the spirit of the original in every detail. To bring this car back to life is a privilege-and one we have undertaken with the utmost respect for its heritage."

In 1968, Alan Mann Racing cemented its place in history by transforming the humble Ford Escort Mk1 into a dominant force in the world of motorsport. Under the expert guidance of Alan Mann, the Alan Mann Racing Escort Mk1 dominated the British Saloon Car Championship in 1968 and 1969 on behalf of Ford Motor Company.

Six decades later, the Ford Escort Alan Mann 68 Edition creates the next chapter in the story of Alan Mann Racing as all 24 examples are marked with official continuation chassis numbers.

Iain Muir, DRVN Group CEO, said: "Reviving the Ford Escort Alan Mann 68 Edition is more than just bringing back a car; it's about celebrating a legacy of innovation and motorsport excellence that continues to inspire generations. This project exemplifies Boreham Motorworks' commitment to craftsmanship and authenticity, ensuring the spirit of this legendary race car lives on both in competition and in the hearts of enthusiasts."