Sierra XR8 (South Africa)

This monster was built to compete against Alfa Romeo and BMW on the South African racing tracks as it was decided that more power was needed than what the XR6 produced. Despite the power output, the chassis was easily capable of handling all of the power available. Only between 250 and 255 where built, but at the time of its production run South Africa was subject to sanctions from the outside world, thus limiting the export potential of this car. *Thanks for images to http://www.hut.fi/~kimmo/xr8.html*

• - 4942cc V8 OHV engine. 8 Cylinders in ‘V’ formation (two banks of four). 302 cubic inch. 205PS. Ford/Holley 4 venturi carburettor. Twin electric fans, 11 blades each, diameter 305mm and a larger radiator fitted to aid cooling. Breakerless ignition.

• Transmission: 5-speed Borg Warner T5 gearbox. Drive to rear wheels.
• Brakes: Dual line hydraulic, with servo assistance. 11.1 inch ventilated front discs with solid rear discs. Self adjusting, sliding calipers.
• Suspension: Front Macpherson struts with coil springs and rearward facing 24mm anti-roll bar. Rear semi-trailing coil spring system. Fully independent.

• Body: Only available in 4 door hatchback style. 15” Ronal alloy wheels. As a larger radiator was needed to cool the engine, a slatted grill was mounted. Bi-plane tailgate spoiler as XR4i.