So if we didn't want to stick to using the C1J, F4R B18 etc Renault Engine's and wanted a different engine in our 5's what would we choose??
Those mechanically minded members like Duncan Grier, James5, Scoff etc have transplanted some VW 20v 1.8Turbo Engine's & gearboxes but I wondered if there was anything else that would be worth a look, that's not been done before??
The reason for me starting this thread is over the last 2 days I've been driving a Ford Focus hire car with the 125bhp 1.0 Ecoboost engine and I have to say in my opinion it's a frikkin HERO of an engine!!! It managed to haul a Focus ESTATE up to true (GPS Verified) 130MPH on the Autobahn and just loves a good thrashing!! I was having a hoot hustling this Focus round some tight corners.
It's only a 3 Cylinder so if fairly small, lightweight (Apart from cast iron block) and I reckon would easily fit into a 5 complete with 6 speed gearbox?!
The ONLY thing that would put me off would be fact that it's a Ford engine
Anyone else stumbled on a great engine like this??