SherpaMog Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 There was a lightbulb that lasted over 100 years, just saying like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horatio Posted September 10, 2017 Author Share Posted September 10, 2017 Nowhere does it say it doesn't start. You only need a new battery when the old one fails.... Replacing parts before they need replacing is a fast track to madness.I concur,sir.Must be something to do with Motorcraft quality, my Cosworth is still on original 22 years, still tip top. Barry Cade and SiC 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UltraWomble Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 There was a lightbulb that lasted over 100 years, just saying like.http://www.centennialbulb.org/cam.htmStill going strong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Bo11ox Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 That looks flippin ace. I'd see the original battery as a plus myself, even if it was getting a bit tired. oldcars 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarvinsMom Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 i'd pay £700 for that, cos i iz stupid i really like those shaped fezzers and that looks like a good 'un oldcars 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bren Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Looks like a £700 car all day when you see the shite being offered elsewhere. paulplom, stephen01, alf892 and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stripped fred Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Now I've seen the photos I reckon this is worth the asking price. I doubt there are many as tidy as this still around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horatio Posted September 10, 2017 Author Share Posted September 10, 2017 Thanks for the comments guys & girls, there's plenty of years/miles left in this motor, cheap to buy cheap to run, no stupid electronics, easy to work on, quite rare, What's not to like? Dam! think I might keep it.... alf892 and stephen01 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bren Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 You should! AlabamaShrimp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broadsword Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 My brother should have a driving licence soon. I was seriously considering offering this to him as a first car. Personally I think it looks superb and is pretty much guaranteed to keep going for years. Shame the way insurance goes he will have to go into something modern instead. If that looks as good in person as I suspect it will, I think it is work every penny. Must drive lovely too. alf892 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 If it's mint as the photos show, it's worth it imo. Sometimes to get quality you have to spend a bit more than the average price. I have fond memories of the 1.25 of these. They were the banger of choice when I was 18 and passed my test in 2004. A couple of mates had them in 1.25 flavour. They feel quicker and rev much more than they should be. I don't think it'll be long before they're in demand and rise as those similar age to me get nostalgic. They're dying out fast from rot, abuse and general demise. Cavcraft and alf892 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlabamaShrimp Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 Tbh it is very nice. They are getting rarer and you know they'll go up and become overpriced like all Fords soon. I'd keep it but then I'm biased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BorniteIdentity Posted September 10, 2017 Share Posted September 10, 2017 When did that 1.3 unit finally disappear? Seemed to go on forever!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hendry Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 When did that 1.3 unit finally disappear? Seemed to go on forever!!With the end of the mk1 Ka in 2008? I personally think it's well worth the money, it's a bit like my search for a mk6 Escort, if I found a local one that mint I'd pay it even if others thought it was overpriced, someone will pay that for it. Just needs to be advertised in the right place and to the right sort of person and not the usual gumtree idiots who want cars at this price and would rather a fucked E46 BMW for the same money as this is! Barry Cade 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sierraman Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Looks alright for the price that, you aren't going to get something that clean for £500. So what about the battery? Stick a £25 one on from ECP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaughant Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 With the end of the mk1 Ka in 2008? I personally think it's well worth the money, it's a bit like my search for a mk6 Escort, if I found a local one that mint I'd pay it even if others thought it was overpriced, someone will pay that for it. Just needs to be advertised in the right place and to the right sort of person and not the usual gumtree idiots who want cars at this price and would rather a fucked E46 BMW for the same money as this is!Different motor to the Ka from 2002-2008, that's a duratec se or some BOLLOX. At a guess is say 2002/3 or maybe a bit of late registration madness but early 2000' deffo. Great little engine is of course a tad undefined. Very very tough though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltox Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Isn't it still the same engine just tweaked for later emissions requirements? Just like the 1.4 in the mk5 is labelled Duratec but it's a Zetec really? Fucking minty fresh that, like it a lot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sierraman Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 No the KA had the Rocam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r.welfare Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 The overhead valve job continued at the bottom end of the 2002-on Fiesta range for a couple of years. Cavcraft 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarvinsMom Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 i belive that the ex-Kent/Valencia/what ever OHV Ford engine out of the Fester is still in production in Brazil as an inboard boat engine. Supernaut, Dick Longbridge, BorniteIdentity and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sierraman Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 So it's literally lived up to its reputation as a boat anchor. I like the old 1.3 though it was a rattly old thing but really simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcars Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 That is lovely. When did you last see one with rear arches, never mind one this clean. Aston Martin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordperv Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 That is extremely lovely, I can't remember the last time I saw one that clean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Why the negativity about the battery- I was always impressed how long Motocraft batteries soldier on for- it'll probably keep on working long after an ECP one is out of warrany and recycled. That really is an excellent wee motor for someone. stripped fred, oldcars, Craig the Princess and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sierraman Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 On a £700 car the battery is the least of your worries. MarvinsMom 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthbay Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 As it appears not to be on its original petrol, I'm out. Cavcraft, beko1987, AlabamaShrimp and 6 others 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlabamaShrimp Posted September 11, 2017 Share Posted September 11, 2017 Would knowing it's still on the original oil sway you? Lacquer Peel, Squire_Dawson, stephen01 and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lacquer Peel Posted September 12, 2017 Share Posted September 12, 2017 Why the negativity about the battery- I was always impressed how long Motocraft batteries soldier on for- it'll probably keep on working long after an ECP one is out of warrany and recycled. That really is an excellent wee motor for someone.Central Highland winters and cold cranking amps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoGently Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 "LOL" Lots Of Luv for this one. Nice & comfy but don't lpg them had one & it blew a hole in the piston head. Something about a dry 4th pot getting nay oil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougiefourspeed Posted October 3, 2017 Share Posted October 3, 2017 Endura FTW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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