looking to buy a Escort RS turbo

[greggc3]

Im thinking of buying a Escort RS turbo next year in 2009, i did have a old XR3i for my first car 10 years ago and loved it. But ive alway had a thing for the RS turbo, however what do i look out for when going to buy one.

[Nolar Dog]

Which are you thinking of buying?

Series 1 or Series 2?

On all models look for rust, previous accident damage, water ingress to cabin, ID "issues" (VIN tag and/or VIN plate in floor missing)... loads of other things such as worn turbos, hot start problems, modifications not set up correctly, worn seats...

Give us a clue what you're buying and I'll be able to advise more specifically.

Great car though if you buy the right one. Nightmare if you get it wrong.

[Alexbturbo]

Probably best to ask also post your question up on either http://bbs.rsownersclub.co.uk or www.passionford.com

Loads of RS owners there who should be able to give you the sort of info you're after but also have a look/search through some of the older/archive posts there & that should also help you out

Edited by Alexbturbo on Wednesday 24th December 20:11

[andy-xr]

Lot of reshells kicking around, or transplants into 3i shells

They can be expensive when they go wrong (and they will go wrong) and its probably not going to be a daily driver if you need to get where you're going. On the occasions they do work it's brilliant fun.

As said, rust is going to be the biggest one to watch

You'll also find a fair few ZVH's as the CVH turbo block is getting a bit harder to find in standard form that'll take a rebore

Edited by andy-xr on Wednesday 24th December 22:14