Sapphire RS Cosworth
Allow me to introduce to you my newest (old) purchase. A 1991 Sierra Sapphire Cosworth. I've bought this car to replace my Focus ST which unfortunately has been written off due to accident so took this as a chance to get something I've really wanted for a fair few years now. In fact if it wasn't for me getting married this year probably would've got it sooner.
http://i1145.photobucket.com/albums/...pszb8wjlwb.jpg Anyway enough of that let's get on to the reason why you're here. To find out more about the CAR! As I've already mentioned it's a 1991 Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth in Magenta (yes that is the colour) It has spent the last 12 years as part of the Derby RSOC and has been a familiar face to both local and national shows over the last decade (This is the moment when I suddenly realized that the car is nearly as old as I am, just in better condition) It's hit the benchmark with is 100k miles but for a car that is 24 Years Old you wouldn't think it has done anywhere near that amount. Add to that the engine has been thoroughly looked after over the last 12 years I can safely saw that it is in better condition than most of the cars on the road currently. It has been regularly maintained and serviced by Norris Motorsports in Derbyshire. The spec of the car is as followed: Engine: Norris Motorsport Stage 3+ Tune inc T34 Turbo with 0.63 housing, Norris Motorsport Stage 1 Head with BD8 Cams and Vernier Pulleys, Upgraded Multilayered Head Gasket, Norris Motorsport Stage 3 Live Map, Bosch 803 Green Fuel Injectors, Denso IK27 Spark Plugs, Group A Coil, RS500 style Intercooler, Alloy Radiator and additional Turbo Cooling Radiator, Vibratechnics Competition Engine and Gearbox Mounts, AP Racing 6 Paddle Clutch. Chassis: 330mm AP Racing Front Brake Upgrade, Upgraded Rear Pads with Grooves Discs, Goodridge Brakelines, Koni Shocks with Eibach Springs, Fully Polybushed, 17" Compomotive MO6 Alloy Wheels Thanks to NMS the engine is now running 348 bhp and 302 ft/lb at 25 psi http://i1145.photobucket.com/albums/...psdb2upepg.jpg http://i1145.photobucket.com/albums/...psxkfy9d0r.jpg http://i1145.photobucket.com/albums/...psfpypfbdn.jpg http://i1145.photobucket.com/albums/...psdyl1fcal.jpg http://i1145.photobucket.com/albums/...psosgnbmrq.jpg http://i1145.photobucket.com/albums/...psy7p4jdxh.jpg |
Looks very nice what's your plans for it?
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Lovely looking car there mate. Magenta was my preferred colour when I was looking but had to settle for a white one. What's your plans with it?
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I seen this on ebay the other week.
Whats it like compared to the st. |
Looks minty:top:
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Lovely looking saph
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Originally Posted by cozzy jeff
(Post 6617587)
Looks very nice what's your plans for it?
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Originally Posted by eddie_od
(Post 6617594)
Lovely looking car there mate. Magenta was my preferred colour when I was looking but had to settle for a white one. What's your plans with it?
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Originally Posted by Glenn_
(Post 6617602)
I seen this on ebay the other week.
Whats it like compared to the st. |
Originally Posted by james kiely
(Post 6617610)
Looks minty:top:
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Originally Posted by smudgerbyname
(Post 6617884)
Just making it a little more my own since it hasn't really changed too much in the last 10 years. Not the biggest fan of chrome so will do something with the engine bay. Already started to remove some of it
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Originally Posted by cozzy jeff
(Post 6617900)
looks like a very good starting point look forward to the updates.
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Originally Posted by smudgerbyname
(Post 6617897)
In all honesty the Focus ST was a quicker EVERYDAY car but this thing is an animal compared to it. The ST no matter the gear or revs you had enough torque to get you back onto boost and off you go. This has genuine Turbo Lag and I love having to actually have to drive a car to get the most out of it
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I love a nice magenta saff and this one is stunning
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Originally Posted by Glenn_
(Post 6617941)
Cossies are mint when they come on boost.
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Originally Posted by toutcos
(Post 6617956)
I love a nice magenta saff and this one is stunning
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Originally Posted by smudgerbyname
(Post 6618104)
I genuinely have found it an addiction with this thing coming on boost. It isn't a surprise but my gawd when it does :)
Cossies are very addictive. |
Originally Posted by Glenn_
(Post 6618238)
I just cant help playing with the throttle so when i overtake cars i get it to chatter lol.
Cossies are very addictive. |
Hi mate first up nice car this i used to see this down brum im also from brum the guy used to rev up the limiter and let it off believe me it used to squat hard lol about 10 years or so ago i never actoully line up against it though back then there only used to be my saph and this that were regulars.
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Very nice! Looks a tidy one... :top::top: Quite a late one for Magenta.:grin:
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Originally Posted by Cosworth Lad
(Post 6618668)
Hi mate first up nice car this i used to see this down brum im also from brum the guy used to rev up the limiter and let it off believe me it used to squat hard lol about 10 years or so ago i never actoully line up against it though back then there only used to be my saph and this that were regulars.
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Originally Posted by cossiestu
(Post 6618673)
Very nice! Looks a tidy one... :top::top: Quite a late one for Magenta.:grin:
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Thought I recognised the car from a recent advert on the bay, looks like a stunning example with some nice mods
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The advert and photos don't do it justice mate trust me
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Originally Posted by smudgerbyname
(Post 6618799)
Yeah I realised that after I bought it just how late a car it was :)
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Originally Posted by cossiestu
(Post 6619010)
Just out of curiosity, has it got the later dash and trim?
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Originally Posted by smudgerbyname
(Post 6619026)
Not 100% sure but I'll take a photo when I'm in it later see what you think
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Originally Posted by cossiestu
(Post 6619260)
I'm guessing early? (square instrument surround)
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Saw this for sale at ford fair.
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Originally Posted by Matty_C
(Post 6619346)
Saw this for sale at ford fair.
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https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/passion...9bd55c0cf2.jpg
Went to the BTCC at Silverstone last weekend was after giving the car a damn good clean on the Sunday was centre of attention all day :) |
Looks really good there!? Front bumpers nice and straight!
Better than my wobbly old thing.... :cry::cry: |
Originally Posted by cossiestu
(Post 6628909)
Looks really good there!? Front bumpers nice and straight!
Better than my wobbly old thing.... :cry::cry: Like the Front Fogs for example. Only one works and the one that doesn't I can't remove since it's rusted in place :wall: So between that and tearing the seat cover the other day got a few things I need to sort out sooner rather than later |
Unfortunately the Car is now Up For Sale so Feel free to Message me for Details
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Edit: After having a weekend in the Car over New Year (inc a Trip to Ace Cafe on the 3rd Jan) I fell in love with the car again and so will be putting more into the car than I ever imagined I would. Starting with tidying up the exterior/engine bay and getting some new Front Door Cards and the Drivers Seat Repaired before going on to an Audio Build and "Hopefully" sorting out the wiring in the engine bay... Keep your eyes peeled for updates.
Just need to find some inspiration now (and some cash) ... |
Latest Purchase... Something a little more aggressive. Not my car but you get the idea
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/passion...cc6b23ae17.jpg |
Glad your keeping it matey.
When you havent driven them in a while they defo put a smile on your face. |
Originally Posted by Glenn_
(Post 6648369)
Glad your keeping it matey.
When you havent driven them in a while they defo put a smile on your face. |
Haven't made an Update for a while so here's a little post...
Went down to the Ace Cafe on the 3rd Jan (Night of the Accident) and fell in love with the Cossie again. Made me realise I NEED to keep the Car and make it more my own as well. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/passion...1438c0ddff.jpg Generic Outside Cafe Photo Also had a little issue where the car wouldn't start... Literally would crank but wouldn't start. It was over Xmas when we had all the Crappy Weather. It was parked over at the Inlaws and get Drenched. Went to start it later on in the evening and it just wouldn't get going. Left it a day, covered it up and when I went back to pick it up the following day. Started 1st time. No issues at all... https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/passion...2010404f79.jpg So since then, the car is REALLY Hesitant whlist under HEAVY Load. Like the car is struggling with Traction or something. It holds Boost perfectly with no issue at all. I've tried looking at the Fuel Pump and the Wiring leading to/from it. Replaced everything that looked Tatty/Damaged. Sorted out some of the Lives on the Battery as well but it's still happening. I'm replacing the AMAL Valve this afternoon and going for a drive to see if it's the problem as well. Apart from that I'm stumped. https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/passion...9859487f05.jpg |
Got a couple of little things to fit though...
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/passion...1c35caa40e.jpg |
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