I wonder if a
production car to be converted with very minor changes and interventions into a
real "war machine" capable of winning the top distinction in the
his category in the field of Greek racing? If it is Ford, of course it can!
The well-known Ford
Fiesta 1.0L EcoBoost is a model that has earned the trust of
the Greek public by depositing for many years his credentials in the
category of super mini cars, thanks to its top quality, unparalleled
reliability, advanced technologies and highly driver-centric behaviour
of the road. This car was for the occasion the base for Nondas
Karanikolas and his partners at Ford Car Center, in order to create with great care a
a real "giant killer" in Greek racing and at the same time a car
that managed to win the National Rally Championship in 2020 in the
category F2. All this from a "simple" Fiesta ST-Line!
Observing all the
safety rules as laid down by the International Automobile Federation, the
lamb was soon turned into a... wolf! Under the bonnet of the Ford Fiesta
Rally5 (R1) found the well-known, reliable and award-winning 3-cylinder 1.0L turbocharged engine of the EcoBoost family
which also equips the conventional production versions of the model,
delivering 150 hp and 200 Nm of torque. The 5-speed serial gearbox, the
safety cage, the different mapping of the engine and the positioning of the
handbrake at a different point have been the only modifications, while the brakes
and the suspensions were maintained at the level of the conventional version proving
so once again that the Ford Fiesta R1 "steps on the solid foundations of the
production version.
The premiere of the racecourse
most Ford Fiesta R1 in the C6 class at the Panhellenic
The 2020 Dirt Rally Championship was held last July. After three
races, the results exceeded the expectations of even his own
crew, after one win and two second place finishes in the
F2 category, Nontas Karanikolas/Yorgos Vassilakis not only won
in their class, but also in the overall F2 ranking, where they participated and more
powerful cars.
With this performance
the Ford Fiesta 1.0L EcoBoost proves that it is a "high performance" base that
offers the driver an unforgettable driving experience, while with small
modifications can distinguish itself even on the highly competitive racing terrain
rally.
Design your own
"racing" Fiesta here and make your reservation online here.
