It’s an indisputable fact that the (now) classic cars we loved as kids are often the ones we want to own as adults, especially if we harbour fond memories of favourite toy/model versions.
In my case, there was nothing better in the toy box than my Scalextric Ford Escort Mexico, a purchase made with hardsaved pocket money and inspired by Roger Clark’s epic performances behind the wheel of an RS1600 in events such as the Acropolis, East African Safari and