Mine came out of the factory in Genk, Belgium, in May 1986, the first month they produced that model, and February 1987 production changed over to the MkII Sierra, so it was only in production for 9 months.
I bought it from the local Ford Dealer, who had it still sitting on display, so I got a very good deal on it, driving it out just after midnight on 1st August 1987, hence it being on an "E" plate.
I used to love sitting at the lights with XR3i & XR2 owners, who were invariably revving their engines, then just leaving them behind when the lights changed, especially if there was the slightest bit of damp on the road, when they'd be spinning their wheels in frustration as I disappeared in the distance.
It's a great Wolf in Sheep's Clothing.
Unfortunately, it's now SORN'd needing some work done on it, but I won't be parting with it, just as I won't be parting with my Atom.
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) the results were 365.6 bhp and 427Nm torque. This was on the Ariel 350 map, and honestly, I don't think I need more power and I did always think it felt more than the advertised 350bhp. The car now needs to be dialled for the track, more power will not make me go faster.
