{"product_id":"ford-escort-mk2-complete-cabin-shell","title":"Replica Complete Cabin Shell – for Ford Escort Mk2 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica complete cabin shell for 1975–1980 Ford Escort Mk2 restorations. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order:\u003c\/strong\u003e this replica body structure is built to order. The price shown is indicative — we confirm a final quote, including crated sea freight to your destination, before any order is finalised. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eRequest your quote\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFord Escort Mk2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975–1980\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubs, Cabs \u0026amp; Body Assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-FD13-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional \/ experienced builder — approx. 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis body assembly fits the \u003cstrong\u003eFord Escort Mk2\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975–1980\u003c\/strong\u003e. The replica Mk2 cabin suits 1975–1980 two-door shells. Confirm motorsport homologation or road-registration requirements for replica structures in your jurisdiction before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Ford Escort Mk2 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its body assembly was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Ford Escort Mk2\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Ford Escort Mk2 is one of the most raced, rallied and loved small Fords ever made — World Rally Championship winner, club-motorsport staple and rising blue-chip classic. Demand from historic rally builders has consumed the supply of straight shells: most surviving Mk2 bodies have been crashed, seam-welded, cut for cages or rusted through the usual Escort points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMk2s rot in the inner wings, chassis rails, floors, sills, rear arches and the battery tray — and a motorsport-grade rebuild needs metal that is straight before the seam welding starts. A replica cabin structure provides exactly that foundation without cutting up another original shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional \/ experienced builder  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete assembly replaces unbolt-and-lift structure: disconnect wiring, fuel and brake lines routed through the body, unbolt the mounts, and lift the old structure off the chassis. Inspect and refurbish chassis outriggers and mounts before the new assembly goes on — new body on rusty mounts is wasted money. Shim to factory alignment before final torque, then transfer doors and hardware and set all gaps. These assemblies ship by international sea freight in dedicated crates; inspect on delivery and photograph the crate before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e engine crane or several helpers, body-mount hardware, alignment datums, transport-damage inspection kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitting to unrestored body mounts, discarding shims, and skipping the delivery inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this body assembly fit my Ford Escort Mk2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975–1980 models as listed above. The replica Mk2 cabin suits 1975–1980 two-door shells. Confirm motorsport homologation or road-registration requirements for replica structures in your jurisdiction before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Ford Escort Mk2 commonly rusts in inner wings, chassis rails, floors, sills, rear arches and the battery tray, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ford.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ford-escort-mk2\"\u003eall Ford Escort Mk2 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tubs-cabs\"\u003etubs, cabs \u0026amp; body assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126921392193,"sku":"SYC-FD13-00","price":9500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/sy-fd13-00.webp?v=1783306637","url":"https:\/\/rebornretros.com\/products\/ford-escort-mk2-complete-cabin-shell","provider":"classicbody","version":"1.0","type":"link"}