Motorsport-inspired Transit to be sold in Ford dealerships

MS-RT Transit Custom MS-RT has been awarded Ford Qualified Vehicle Modifier status for its customised Transit

Ford Motor Company has approved MS-RT’s recently launched Transit Custom for sale through its UK dealer network. 

MS-RT specialises in performing motorsport-inspired modifications to Ford’s line-up of commercial vehicles, primarily the Ranger pick-up and Transit van. 

The MS-RT Transit Custom comes with a unique bodykit, 18in OZ racing alloy wheels and Eibach lowering springs fitted as standard, while MS-RT-branded decals top off the visual enhancements. 

In the cabin, the standard Transit Custom interior has been enhanced with the addition of carbon inlays on the steering wheel and hand-trimmed nappa leather seats. 

The Transit Custom’s 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ecoblue Diesel engine has been tuned to produce 168bhp and 299lb ft of torque which, with the addition of a sports exhaust system, is good for a top speed of 93mph. 

The Welsh company took inspiration from World Rally Championship team M-Sport, officially backed by Ford, to create a Transit with motorsport-bred aerodynamic and technological qualities. 

The Qualified Vehicle Modifier title is awarded to companies with manufacturing and quality control practices that match those of Ford itself. Any vehicles sold through a QVM come with a warranty that matches the terms of that offered by Ford.  

The MS-RT Transit Custom is available in selected UK dealerships from £29,995 for the entry-level single-cab variant, rising to £35,995 for the range-topping R-Spec edition. 

Read more

MS-RT R-Spec Transit Custom 2018 UK review

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A history of the Ford Transit

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