Princess Diana’s custom Ford Escort RS hot hatchback is being auctioned
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A custom 1985 Ford Escort RS that was originally used by Princess Diana will be auctioned on August 27. The unique car is the only black one that was built.
Gary Gastelu is FoxNews.com's Automotive Editor covering the car industry and racing @foxnewsautos
Prince Charles famously gifted her a Ford Escort Ghia economy car as an engagement present in 1981, and she had several more examples of the model over the years, including a convertible and one that was a bit more exciting than the rest.
In 1985, Diana ordered a Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 1, which was the hottest version of the hatchback available.
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