Don't know if you guys will be interested...

[BTB 500]

Here you go:

http://www.rsownersclub.co.uk/car_info/esc1rs16mex.htm

86 bhp for the Mexico, 120 bhp for the RS1600!

 

[BTB 500]

Who remembers the mk2 RS2000 in "The Professionals"?

 

[stats007]

You mean this

 

[C43AMG]

My better half had a Mexico and left it by the side of Richmond Bridge (Surrey), she forgot the tide came up there, when she returned the water had filled the headlights. Not a happy bunny we got it all dried out and she drove it for a couple years. Her favourite car.

 

[Howard]

A great day for watching this happen again will be the 1st March .... which is the highest tide of the year ....(7.78m)

Down the sideroad that you mentioned Peter , there will be loads underwater and in front of the White Cross on Richmond riverside ..... always good for a giggle.....

Expect the lifeboat will be out recusing walkers stranded on high ground off the towpath too , Marble Hill park is a favourite for this ...

last year they rescued a really fat Nanny and the local paper ran the headline 'Large Woman in River Rescue'

 

[glojo]

Here you go:

http://www.rsownersclub.co.uk/car_info/esc1rs16mex.htm

86 bhp for the Mexico, 120 bhp for the RS1600!

Thanks Bill,
This forum really stimulates me into action. I found exactly the same site. Great information.

Off now to look at theMk1 Lotus Cortina

Escort RS 1600 Specification
Engine
4 cylinder in line. Cubic capacity 1601cc (97.68cu in). Bore 80.98mm (3.19in). Stroke 77.72mm (3.06in). Compression ratio 10:1. Power 115hp (DIN) @ 6500rpm. Torque 110lb/ft @ 4500rpm. Overhead valves - 4 per cylinder. Twin overhead camshafts driven by toothed rubber belt. Four branch exhaust manifold. Acceleration 0 - 50 mph 6.4 secs. Top speed 110mph plus. (Motor 9/5/70)
Mk 1 Escort Mexico Specification
Engine
4 cylinder in line. Cubic capacity 1601cc (97.68cu ins). Bore 80.98mm (3.19in) . Stroke 77.72mm (3.06in). Compression ratio 9:1. Power 86 PS (DIN) at 5500rpm; 98bhp at 6000rpm. Torque 92lb/ft at 4000rpm. Overhead valves. Five main bearing crankshaft. Four branch exhaust manifold. Acceleration 0-50mph 7.9 secs. Top speed 100pmh plus. (Autocar 9/9/71.)

 

[GRAV888]

IIRC the mk1 RS1600 had a DOHC engine, faster & rarer.

The mexico has a 1601cc OHV with 4 branch manifold as standard.
Differences from others are:
They always have a black roof lining,
anti-roll bar on rear,
slightly flared arches,
6 clock dash,
re-inforced front turrets and a few other things I can't recall right now.
Reverse gear is not push down, left and forward, but, over to the rear.
The gearbox I bought last year was £650 for a genuine one

 

[glojo]

The gearbox I bought last year was £650 for a genuine one

I was just looking on Ebay for a Mk1 Lotus Cortina and all I could find was a bog standard steering wheel, £510!!! I dread to think how much the gearbox would set you back. I found a trader selling the actual car for £13995!!!!!! I suppose this car is the great great grandfather of the Sierra in this thread.

John

 

[Steg]

I have a mk1 escort mexico in a mates' garage that is 100% original, but will need some work done on it.(I have owned this car for 17 yrs)
Is this classic a 'barry' (crap word if you ask me) car too?????

I had one of these and it was one of the most enjoyable cars I have ever owned. The performance was quite good for the era and the handling was so predictable it was a joy to drive. Maintenance was so simple and performance parts so easy to fit and so effective.

I envy you GRAAV888 this is definately a classic Ford.

 

[C43AMG]

A great day for watching this happen again will be the 1st March .... which is the highest tide of the year ....(7.78m)

Down the sideroad that you mentioned Peter , there will be loads underwater and in front of the White Cross on Richmond riverside ..... always good for a giggle.....

Expect the lifeboat will be out recusing walkers stranded on high ground off the towpath too , Marble Hill park is a favourite for this ...

last year they rescued a really fat Nanny and the local paper ran the headline 'Large Woman in River Rescue'

Yes Howard i use to live in the flats by the side of the bridge as you said lot's of fun and games in the summer with the tourists.