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Feb 14, 2007 19:35:38 GMT
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Previously just saw these as sources of V6 engines for projects I will never get round to doing but I am actually warming to their amazingly ugly looks. Insurance is reasonable, even for the 24V motor. Didn't realize they also came with a 2.3 engine, any info on this motor? Better mpg than the V6 and same sort of output to the V6 12 valve. Found some info here: www.fordscorpio.co.uk/ |
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Feb 14, 2007 20:11:50 GMT
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My mate's had a mint (and I mean mint) dark green metallic 97P 2.3 auto for about 12 months now, it's not very quick and not that good on fuel........he absolutely loves it though. Loads of toys, amazing comfort and eats the miles.
Best thing about them is that they are so ugly they have character......and because no-one wants them, he only paid £500 for it :-)
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Feb 15, 2007 18:42:07 GMT
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don't know where the ugly thing comes from myself - distinctive yeah but it all works and its in proportion I reckon they're pretty stylish. Owning one is a bit like having a giant Mk5 Escort - same clunky bottom arm bushes and alarm periodically going off for no reason whatsoever.
Get one, you wont regret it, they're fantastic to drive and as an added bonus everyone who isnt into cars will call it either a drug dealer chariot or a pimpmobile.
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phatphord
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Scorpilow
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Feb 15, 2007 18:52:35 GMT
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Auto=uneconomical
Manual=much much better (10mpg+)
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1994 Ford Scorpio Lowrider
um...and some bikes...
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Feb 15, 2007 18:56:56 GMT
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The twin cam 2 litre is good on petrol if manual.
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Feb 15, 2007 19:14:35 GMT
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I think they are absolutely hideous - but I challenge someone on here to try and make one look good! Get rid of that silly froggy look first!!
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Feb 15, 2007 19:17:51 GMT
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I like the froggy front end, but then I like frogs, I`ve even got a frog calendar and everything.
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Panda Matt
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Feb 15, 2007 19:45:18 GMT
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I think they are absolutely hideous - but I challenge someone on here to try and make one look good! Get rid of that silly froggy look first!!  you=wrong:   I <3 phatphord's scorpilow |
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Feb 15, 2007 20:37:01 GMT
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Getting very tempted by these but the wife isn't too overjoyed with the idea. I'll probably run the 1303 over summer but a scorpio could be a good winter ride.
Looking at parkers a 2.3 is 144bhp and 29/31 mpg (auto/man)
a 2.9 12V is 147bhp and 25mpg
2.9 24V is 204bhp and 25mpg
The 2.9 12V should have more torque than a 2.3 but then I got a quote for a 24V of £240 TPF&T so why go for the 12V anyway!
I reckon they would look best kept smooth and simple.
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Feb 15, 2007 20:38:35 GMT
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Sorry if I cause offence but that is even more hideous! Although trick suspension is always cool.
Get rid of the front fogs/indicators, whap on some tail fins and then it'd be really, really hideous. And that WOULD make it cool!
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Mark
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Feb 15, 2007 20:41:21 GMT
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I've always loved them! Love how luxurious they are for the money.
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Bioshock
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It aint hip to be square.
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Feb 15, 2007 21:06:44 GMT
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I was going to get an estate ,before I got the Gallant But the missus shot me down over its looks  I like em. |
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Almera GTI = ugly bird who turns out to be great in the sack = Win
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phatphord
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Scorpilow
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Feb 15, 2007 21:08:54 GMT
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No offence taken,if we were all the same it'd be dull  Mine is a 2.0 16v manual and I get around 35mpg, I also owned a 2.0 auto,and the absolute bestest I got from it was 26mpg. Daily use saw no better than 20.6mpg..and it was embarrasingly slow. Seriously, driving it hard and I was getting burned off by micras... 12v v6 is not really any faster than 2.0 manual. 24v is fast,but suffer from dodgy autoboxes and camchain tensioners. You do get a lot of toys for your money though. My auto was an ultima and so had leather,memory seats,heated seats, electric seats, seperate air con for passenger and driver,electric windows and sunroof..oh and I paid £150 for it... |
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um...and some bikes...
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Ford scorpio/ultimabriandamaged
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Feb 15, 2007 21:12:16 GMT
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Didn't they do a 2.5 TurdoDiseasel as well??? Sure a guy at work had one in an estate, great if you're not in a hurry and have a mate who owns a chip shop :-)
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Feb 15, 2007 21:19:27 GMT
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I think they are bloody great! i like the back end best. bit too new for their time. asking for VIP treatment if you ask me. would love to see some other creations made out of em. 2 door? nascar style? etc?
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phatphord
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Scorpilow
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Feb 15, 2007 21:20:00 GMT
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Yup,think that came with a manual option..not 100%. None of the V6s did
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1994 Ford Scorpio Lowrider
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Feb 15, 2007 21:57:11 GMT
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I love 'em! Seriously considering one when I need an estate..... much more car than a 325i Touring or a 80 Avant for ££££ less.
Heated-leather-electric-seatmobile for £150? That's the same cash as a 'big food shop' that is!
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Never trust a man
Who names himself Trevor.
Or one day you might find
He's not a real drug dealer.
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Feb 15, 2007 23:20:15 GMT
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Never come across a diesel Scorpio, did have a Granada 2.5 TD a while back, 1995(M). No-one knew who made the engine but the words "italian" and "Iveco" were bandied about. Not anywhere near as slow as you might think, and still a nice drive, also the last Granadas before the Scorpio were good looking things in anyones book, look a bit like the late `80s Mustangs at the front I think.
Still find it strange why people think the Scorpio is ugly, though, its only a reskin of the earlier one, the shape isnt really any different, and the frog mouth is no more extreme than the Mk4 Fiesta or Mk7 Escort and they are if anything considered vaguely stylish if not a bit bland.
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I think the very late ultimas are really good looking cars. Full fat luxury. The best are still expensive but the values are starting to tumble.
Pre frog-eye scorpio = fat sierra IMHO!
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1987 Maestro 1.6 HL perkins diesel conversion 1986 Audi 100 Avant 1800cc on LPG 1979 Allegro Series 2 special 4 door 1500cc with vynil roof. IN BITS. HERITAGE ISSUES. |
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Feb 16, 2007 10:46:44 GMT
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I would like a late granada diesel wagon. the old VM diesel engine in em is class, if a bit fond of head gaskets (it has one for each pot)!!! A big comfy cheap chugga, lovely job.
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1972 Fiat 130 1985 Talbot Alpine 1974 Lancia Beta Saloon 1975 + 1986 Mazda 929 Koop + Wagon 1982 Fiat Argenta 2.0 iniezione elettronica 1977 Toyota Carina TA14 BEST CAR EVER!!!!!!!! 1979 Datsun B310 Sunny 4-dr 1984 Audi 200 Quattro Turbo 1983 Honda Accord 1.6 DX GONE1989 Alfa 75 2.0 TS Mr T says: TREAT YO MOTHER RIGHT! |
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