Ford Lynx RS [MERGED THREADS]

[SupreMacy]

pinangarap ko din magka RS.... kaso lang di ko na inabutan.
napabili tuloy ako ng Optra.

mga boss... ilang km/l ang nakukuha nyo from RS
kung same lang ng Optra, magstart na ako maghanap ng trade.

[niky]

Around 8 - 8.5 in traffic... I'm averaging 8.5-9 mixed traffic and highway... highway only on Sundays, maybe 9-10. That's with mixed economy/normal mode. Economy shifting at 2,000, but when I overtake, I rev up to 4k plus. Cruising speed of 90-120 kmh, with occassional bursts of 140 in clear traffic. Rpms at 120 are around 3,500 to 4,000 (not sure).

Best ever was around 11+, from Biñan Laguna to Marikina to Tagaytay to Marikina to Biñan. Nice drive.

Worst ever was one Saturday, traffic from Q.C to Tutuban Center in Divisoria and back... with about two or three hours in standstill traffic ( ), not sure, but I'm guessing it was 6 km/l. But I spent hours sitting in one place, with the aircon on, so I don't think it counts. Besides that, I don't think I've gone below 7.5 in traffic.

Secondhand RS prices range from 450 (poor owner)-550 (straight from Ford... their media test unit). Brand new was still at 819k pre-EVAT. Don't know if they still have one. (They still had three or four as of January.)

[mfo]

Ano ba specs nang Ford Rs mga bossing? Thanks po, trying to get a second hand.

[niky]

Interior
-6 CD in-dash CD player/changer, 6 speaker system, integrated rear windshield antenna
-red on black cloth trim seats
-original Nardi leather steering wheel
-drilled steel racing pedals
-SRS dual airbag system
-tilt and slide power moonroof
-sun visor mirrors with vanity lights (both driver and front passenger)
-map lights, driver and front passenger
-front cupholders, console / no rear
-rotary AC controls (not automatic climate control)

External
- 16x6 ROTA alloy mags / A406 Yokohama ADVAN tires 195/50 V-rated
- integrated bumper foglights
- RS-specific grille with RS badge
- full side skirts, air-dam, trunk lid spoiler with integrated brake light
- muffler tip garnish / stainless
- black trimmed headlights (GSi / Ghia are in chrome)
- rear RS badge

Mechanical
- ABS/EBD
- 2.0 FSDE engine, 142 hp, 142 ft-lb FSDE engine with VICS (Variable Induction, secondary throttle butterflies that open at 4000 rpm)
- Stiffer sports suspension (springs and shocks)
- Stiffer anti-roll bars / sway bars
- Front strut tower brace
- Short geared 5-speed transmission

Electronics
- dual rear backup sensors
- Alarm / Keyless entry with remote trunk control (trunk control also on dash instead of floor pull)
- Security chip in key (car won't start without original key).

Things to look for in buying secondhand RS's have been discussed before... HERE

[mfo]

Ano ba 0-100 and top speed? Tnx mga bossing

[niky]

Mga 8.2 or 8.3 seconds, 0-100 km/h (C!Mag, private owners)
(8.2 0-60 mph - Car&Driver)

Official top speed is 208 km/h. (we've seen 210 on the speedo, but in-car speedometers are not as accurate as a GPS or radar device). Modified ones are claimed to hit 220 km/h but no more, as the RS hits the rev limit in 5th gear at 220 km/h.

[finchy18]

wow.. gandan nman yan.. bilis nga nkasabay kuna yan.. hehe..

pwde bah kasama yun kia RS namin? joke :lol:

[mreezy]

I'm looking for a Ford Lynx RS, I want to ask the experts out there how much should one cost? I don't really mind if it's the centennial edition or the normal red.

[AG4]

I'm looking for a Ford Lynx RS, I want to ask the experts out there how much should one cost? I don't really mind if it's the centennial edition or the normal red.

I think the Lynx RS is now priced in the P360K to P420K+ range.

[ghosthunter]

I'm looking for a Ford Lynx RS, I want to ask the experts out there how much should one cost? I don't really mind if it's the centennial edition or the normal red.

Just curious, why are you looking for this model specifically? Planning a build project?

[niky]

As long as the mileage is low and the condition is good, a Centennial is a better buy. They're cheaper because they're older (around 350k), and they have more bling badging.

[mreezy]

To ghosthunter : no, not really. I heard it's a nice car. I want the best out of my money!
Thanks guys, helped a lot.

[niky]

Hmmm... best for your money...

Well, 400k will get you a Honda SiR with low mileage on the odometer, but it's extremely hard to find one for sale, nowadays, that hasn't been molested... este... modified beyond all reason. The SiR isn't quite as fully loaded as the RS, but you get a lot of zing for your pesos.

Also consider, at this price range, old Civic 2.0s. Lots of zip, the convenience of an automatic, decently nice body kits and interior amenities. Only downside is it's much thirstier than either the Lynx or the SiR.

[dude24]

hi

I'm planning to buy a second hand 2005 ford lynx rs. I took it for a test drive and found that its acceleration isnt that facinating since its a 2.0L double over head cam.At first gear it doesnt torque like a 2.0 torques. Is there a problem with the engine? or is it really like this?

[ghosthunter]

You could try asking the Ford guys at:

http://www.fordclubph.com/v3/home.php

[razor]

hi

I'm planning to buy a second hand 2005 ford lynx rs. I took it for a test drive and found that its acceleration isnt that facinating since its a 2.0L double over head cam.At first gear it doesnt torque like a 2.0 torques. Is there a problem with the engine? or is it really like this?

I use to own a Lynx RS and the engine of that baby sure is torquey and can pull really fast.

Probably, the unit you tested has a slipping clutch or something.

[FWC]

I use to own a Lynx RS and the engine of that baby sure is torquey and can pull really fast.

Probably, the unit you tested has a slipping clutch or something.

Agree. The RS is so torquey that you can feel the torque steer on the steering wheel.

BTW, we have a Lynx RS registry at the Fordclub.ph forum. So far we have already tracked 38 owners of the 220 units released in the country. Do sign in.

[dude24]

Yeah. That was what I expected. I will after I buy it. That is, if it doesnt have any problems with the engine. thanks.

[mickoolitz]

how much average fuel consumption niyo? traffic and normal day lang?

[nukhumphoota79]

mga sir bgo lng po ako sa tsikot..ttanung lng po kc i am planning to buy a car..i am choosing between 99 civic sir and 2003 lynx rs..anu po ang mas ok between them? ung rs po 320k neg and has 70,000+ kms on odometer, ung sir nman 370k, 70,000+ ndin odometer with 16" aftermarket mags while the lynx is stock..anu po ba ang mganda? and which of them has the lowest maintainance?thanx po..