1984 Mercury Capri RS Turbo 2.3 Turbocharged petrol
Summary:
An odd ball with balls
Faults:
I purchased the car in need of an engine. I was able to find one in no time and installation was easy.
The motor mounts are a constant hassle, but ingenuity will prevail over poor design.
Replaced turbocharger and clutch cable.
I had it painted before I started driving it.
General Comments:
At 14 PSI ".96 Bar" it pulls hard through the first four gears.
The car performs well, and exhibits good handling and stiffness.
The addition of a front mounted inter-cooler helped in the addition of extra horse power.
The interior is nice, but lacks good lighting and has no stock boost gauge.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 8th August, 2003
16th Mar 2004, 22:12
Good description of the car; however, other issues need to be mentioned. Lack of the turbo specific parts such as trim and decals. Notorious for exploding in colder climates. Lack of a suitable replacement for sub standard engine mounts.