As title, just starting to get the feelers out. Am in no real hurry, and would like to have it for a couple of shows, but just thought it might be worth getting the word out. I shant go into a massive amount of detail here, please see me resto thread for a BRIEF idea of the car. Its a 1984 RS1600i. When i bought the car it had a Turbo Technics conversion. I removed the engine as it was not in the best of health, and am now running full S1 spec loom and engine. The car looks stunning as can be seen from pics.

Bodywork: NON-sunroof RS1600i shell, NEVER, (NOT restored either) welded underneath and is absolutely PERFECT and i mean perfect underneath. Battery tray has been replaced, along with wings at some point in past. The condition of the shell has to be seen to be believed! Painted in original black, with silver decals. All original spoilers and bumpers.

Engine: full S1 engine, internals largely unknown, but running 154bhp and 183 ft/Ib torgue. Engine pulls very nicely, engine does have some Samco and Roose hoses, would benefit from a full hose kit really. Brand new alloy rad, rebuilt S1 box, new clutch. My only fault with the engine is the tappets are a little noisy (good old CVH). Have also replaced as many sensors as possible, and everything works as it should, no silly switches for fans or rubbish like that. I have not used the Amal valve to control boost, but using a GReddy digital boost controller. (no, not a bleed valve!) cost 230 quid alone, but works very well and ideal for the future. Car loom was fully cleaned, replaced connectors, and re-taped to ensure things work properly.

Interior: full flocked dash, rebuilt dash clocks, 1983 Ford radio (fully working!), original seats and carpet. Centre of doorcards have been upholstered to match dash, but have not damaged the original material so can be changed back easily to standard. Car does not have central locking or electric windows. All door seals, and everything else is mint. Show cage fitted, NO trim has been altered or damaged to fit this, and can be removed in 5 minutes. Have also purchased brand new old stock switches and other little trim pieces to really bring it up to standard

Suspension: all new, removed and fully powdercoated black, brand new bushes and all nuts and bolts replaced. Currently has H+R lowering springs with original shocks. (i have original refurbed springs to give new owner). All anti-roll bar setup and other under body components have all been powercoated and refurbed.

Brakes: Escort Cosworth setup at front, again refurbed with brand new Green Stuff pads and brand new discs. Work very well! Standard rear drums, again powdercoated with all new internals. New brake lines throughout and master cylinder new seal.

Wheels: currently has 17'' Compomotive MO's, which are a one-off and only 1 week old. I also have the original alloys which also have been refurbed fully, and look like new, with as new Yokohama tyres fitted. Buyer to choose wheels.

This car will always be a project, and i will mention the things i would consider next to take this car that little bit further: finish painting underneath, i have cleaned it, and done 1/2, just needs another coat in time (or dont bother with it). Brake lines area little untidy, but work perfect (depends if you wanted to go for concours), interior clock needs wire running up A-pillar, tappets replaced. Consider refitting regulator to aid warm starting. But these are great little winter jobs!

OFFERS NOW CONSIDERED

Will be sad to see it go, but mortgage requires it!! But i wont sell it for peanuts as that would be plain stupid. I have soooo many pictures! Car has full 12 months MOT, and i have full v5 with many documents and books to go with it. If you think its dear, i invite you over to look underneath and realise just how good this car is, then make your mind up. :cheers:



























I have so many pictures its stupid, some more here on photbucket

http://gs168.photobucket.com/groups/u200/KYY58Z365N/

 

Please look at the photobucket link as the pics are far far better

 

looks like a bargin. if i sell my corsa b4 this is sold you WILL here form me.

 

Like that ALOT....good luck with the sale, doubt VERY much that it will be for sale long though.

Regards Stebbo

 

nice car,luvin the std exterior and wheels look minted on it but...

who done the brake lines,there abysmal

 

Agreed, they are fine, just look shabby.

 

and luckily i can see it wasnt me!

 

i want this.lol

 

worth every single penny,stunning bit of kit,

 

had a guy reckoned he was going to view last night and didnt show, please no messers, its priced very fairly considering what it is

 

Drove the car yesterday and i so wish i didnt have to sell it, it drove beautifully, and the heads it turns is unreal. Bump anyways!

 

Price dropped a tad. Also would like to keep the comps unless full price offered for them

Will consider a cheap px, but something half special eg. xr3, rst. Id still like to take 3k out of the car.

 

bumpski

Like i said, please look at photobucket, the pics above do the car no real justice.

 

bttt

 

So what will you take for it now? Please pm me...

Ben

 

If you want to talk seriosuly with me, give me a ring mate. 07825289545

 

Nice lookin motor mate, good luck with the sale.....bumpty bump bump!

 

Im surprised nobody has even taken the opportunity to view this car or even give me a serious offer yet. a 16i with an unwelded floor pan? come on? this is deffo going to a car i will regret selling forever. if i had money, id keep it, and really give it an engine it deserves!!

 

Was going to wait until the car was viewed to talk about this, as it sounds really bad and its not. The front passenger wing has a scratch, which will need paint, although has been touched in so well, its hard to see in the pics. I work for Halfords and it will cost me 150 to get it done with a company called Shine. I wanted to give the buyer the chance to either get me to fix it, or have 150 knocked off the price. So, 3500 AS IT STANDS RIGHT NOW. And thats a bloody bargain!!

 

Wow that looks so good on the comps ,really surprised it has not sold

 

Yeah i know Twins, i 100% (and im not kidding) RUST free mk3 RS1600i, that has the ORIGINAL floor and sills and chassis rails!!! Plus with turbo power. Just have to be patient, as i refuse point blank to go below 3500. (thats with standard wheels by the way) Clean S2's go for more than that!

 

cant believe this hasnt sold one hell of a clean car looks mint on both sets of wheels good luck with the sale mate

 

WILL CONSIDER OFFERS, I WANT IT GONE. I need the money from it big time, and it pains me to drive it now as i get too attached

No SENSIBLE offer will be refused. I would like to keep the comps.

Please text or ring 07825289545

 

Dont keep the comps sell them me at a bargain price

 

good luck with the sale mate, i just tried to sell my rs16i turbo but couldnt sell it for 2300, had it on ebay and it just didnt sell, hope yours sells fella

Gra

 

Wow i like that.