Savvi Posted April 24, 2012 Report Posted April 24, 2012 So does this still count as an OSF ? It's all Mk2 escort running gear most of it new on this one with Corsa power steering fitted Can we put it on the stand at Classic Ford ?
BIG G Posted April 24, 2012 Report Posted April 24, 2012 As long as no innocent escorts were hurt whilst making it
FBF Posted April 24, 2012 Report Posted April 24, 2012 These were a crime back in the day, nasty nasty things. The donor car would have had way more value now
Savvi Posted April 24, 2012 Author Report Posted April 24, 2012 I'm sure it was only a 4 door mate It was built in 1989 i was buying Mk2's for £25 a time back then !!! Bought it for my missus and kids to play in, price i paid will just about cover the cost of the new parts fitted ...... Brand new calipers, disk's & pads New rack and ball joints, Track control arms Spare diesel 5 speed box New rear brakes Wolfrace wheels 1600 gt engine & box 4 Branch Twin Choke weber ....... the list goes on !!!
stuartp Posted April 25, 2012 Report Posted April 25, 2012 no idea what that is but get it lowered like 4 or 5 inches and it'd be sweet
Admin Vista Posted April 25, 2012 Admin Report Posted April 25, 2012 no idea what that is but get it lowered like 4 or 5 inches and it'd be sweet It's a Rickman Ranger I'll discuss it with other admin but I think the answer will probably be no (re the CF stand).
Savvi Posted April 25, 2012 Author Report Posted April 25, 2012 Apparently it was lowered when he bought it, but the front springs had been cut in situ and the struts were also sliced into which he didnt think was very safe, so he bought a pair of very low milege replacement struts, new disk's,calipers, pads, rack tca's etc. and rebuilt the front end when he fitted the corsa power steering conversion. I just got it cheap for my missus to play in through the summer, i wont let her take one of mine to School to be wrecked in the car park while she works in the office there, kids like it cos it's differant and the rear seat folds down and can be used as a van, with a towbar !!!!
Admin Vista Posted April 25, 2012 Admin Report Posted April 25, 2012 Sorry bud, it's a no to it being on the stand.
Savvi Posted April 25, 2012 Author Report Posted April 25, 2012 I'm Gutted ........... I wouldnt take it anyway mate, was more of a laugh as i know peeps hate these types of vehicle. I have bought it though and he delivered it this evening, i actually quite like it and it's a good drive with the power steering fitted. Got a couple bits to do, like fit a differant exhaust as it vibrates but on the whole i think it should be reliable with all the new bits fitted.
stuartp Posted April 26, 2012 Report Posted April 26, 2012 i think it looks really good myself another one to add to the list of cars to own one day
GJUK Posted April 26, 2012 Report Posted April 26, 2012 Sorry bud, it's a no to it being on the stand. hahaha. If the car was shown it would have required some serious rebranding. Classic Ford Show to Classic what the **** show. Cheap car for parts though!
Savvi Posted April 26, 2012 Author Report Posted April 26, 2012 Yeah i reckon for just under £600 11mths mot and taxed for a galvenised chassis and fibreglass body (no mot rust failures) with the power steering and electric windows fitted, fold flat rear seats giving you a escort van type sized load space and a towbar was a bargain really, excellent as a slightly differant quick rwd dailey.
stuartp Posted April 26, 2012 Report Posted April 26, 2012 bargain! i kinda want one too now - wonder if i can sell it to the mrs? you don't fancy a swap for a mk2 4 door do you?
Savvi Posted April 26, 2012 Author Report Posted April 26, 2012 I'm always interested in a deal mate, give me a shout let me know what your thinking ? It does have it's bad points as well but on the whole it's a very usable vehicle, i've been out and about in it this morning and it's good fun to drive.
stuartp Posted April 26, 2012 Report Posted April 26, 2012 aren't we all! i'll see what the boss thinks first before i do anything
Savvi Posted April 26, 2012 Author Report Posted April 26, 2012 Well the accountant came round today, my missus told him it was HER new car !!!!! So im guessing she's got to like it already
mk2 clint Posted April 26, 2012 Report Posted April 26, 2012 sod it stick a ford badge on it and bring it
Admin Vista Posted April 27, 2012 Admin Report Posted April 27, 2012 i kinda want one too now - wonder if i can sell it to the mrs? There's another one for sale on here viewtopic.php?f=49&t=135115
Posse Posted April 28, 2012 Report Posted April 28, 2012 Looks like it should be on one of them kids rides at the fair Yeah bring it we could use it on the bumper cars
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