{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Ford Built A Cayman GT4…in 1985 — The Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep. 188","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/ford-built-a-cayman-gt4-in-1985-the-carmudgeon-show-w-jason-cammisa-derek-tam-scott-ep-188","audioUrl":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/HGM8789291802.mp3?updated=1752164383","description":"The Ford Sierra RS Cosworth is best described as... Porsche-great. This week we’re doing a deep dive into Ford’s funky sedan of the 1980s: the Sierra, together with its American identical cousin, the Merkur XR4Ti. \n\nIn the early 1980s, Ford of Europe (and chairman Bob Lutz) was on a mission to get a piece of the export pie that was dominated by Mercedes, BMW, and Audi. The car they conjured up to do so, the Sierra, was a massive success in Europe.\n\nWhen it eventually made it to the U.S., badged as a Merkur XR4Ti, Lutz's plan to sell the cars to yuppies via independent niche dealers was foiled, and the car was placed on Lincoln-Mercury dealer lots alongside big American barges and clueless salesmen, only to die a slow death. \n\nMeanwhile, on the other side of the pond, the extra-spicy Ford Sierra RS Cosworth was born. In fact, the car was so sought-after (i.e. stolen) by British hooligans that insurance companies refused to cover them. And it was so fast it was repeatedly banned from racing, eventually effectively spelling the end for Group A racing.   \n\nFord of Europe (headed up by Bob Lutz) was seeing the likes of BMW and Audi making a killing with their U.S. exports and Ford wanted in. The plan was to try something different, and rather than a Ford-branded import program where Sierras would be sold alongside LTDs, Cougars and other giant American sedans, Bob wanted to do a Ford of Europe export scheme where their new car could be sold alongside other European curios like Saabs and Volvos at independent dealers under a new brand name. They settled on Merkur (the German word for mercury – pronounced “maercoor”), but they also needed a new model name as Sierra was trademarked by Oldsmobile (think: Cutlass Ciera.) Ford used the “XR” prefix to denote a variety of upgraded model trims followed by a number which corresponded to the vehicle size – which is where XR4 comes from. Add abbreviations for “turbo” and “injection” and you’re off to the races!\n \nBoth the Merkur and Sierra RS Cosworth were powered by versions of Ford’s Pinto 4-cylinder motor. The Merkur engine could also be found in the USDM Mercury Cougar XR7, Thunderbird Turbo Coupe, and Mustang SVO. Across the pond however, the Sierra engine went to Cosworth to get an aluminum head with an extra cam. The results were clear: the XR4Ti’s motor needed 13 lbs of boost to pump out 175 hp, while the Cosworth version only needed 8 psi to make 200 hp. \n\nBut the Cosworth got a whole host of additional modifications beyond the engine, and the resulting package was so exceptional it wound up getting banned from racing repeatedly, until eventually the regs shut down the entire series. The chassis is so exceptional that Jason proclaims it the best sedan chassis he’s ever experienced – on the same level as a Porsche Cayman GT4. Transcendent. A 9.9/10. Where \"Beatrice,\" his extensively modified E30, only managed a mid-8 (for the same reasons that caused Sreten at M539 Restoration to drive his into a tree). The likes of the Lotus Carlton didn’t even garner a 5 from either Carmudgeon. Honorable mentions go to the Maserati Quattroporte, C126 560SEC, and a handful of M products. We’ll even dive into every generation of M5 – E28 through G90. \n\nLastly, we’ll learn about 80s and 90s Lexus dealership brutalism, that “light” means window, our friend Mike’s transient collection of eclectic cars has graced the show at least 3 times (thanks, Mike!), superbly compliant AWD cars like the Delta Integrale and Subaru WRX are good but rarely fun, and Bob Lutz had to fight tooth and nail to get a Chevrolet dealership in NorCal to sell him a Corvair Monza.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"},"annotations":[{"startTime":60.0,"endTime":90.0,"type":"car","title":"Ford Sierra","url":"/cars/ford/sierra-3-doors","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/dc/1983_Ford_Sierra_1.6_L_3_Door_%2819047785648%29.jpg","quote":"which is the Mercur XR4 Ti and the Ford Sierra, specifically, the RS Cosworth variant, which obviously are very related aesthetically...","canonicalId":"car:ford:sierra-3-doors","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Ford Sierra RS Cosworth is a high-performance variant of the Sierra, known for its turbocharged engine and motorsport pedigree. It was developed in the 1980s and is celebrated for its distinctive styling and performance capabilities.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Ford Sierra RS Cosworth is a special version of the Ford Sierra car that was made for racing. 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It features cars that are modified from regular cars to race against each other."}},{"startTime":574.76,"endTime":579.76,"type":"car","title":"Jeep Cherokee","url":"/cars/jeep/cherokee","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9b/1975_Jeep_Cherokee_in_beige%2C_front_right.jpg","quote":"...I just did two revelations and so I have a script for Jeep XJ Cherokee in my head also,...","canonicalId":"car:jeep:cherokee","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Jeep XJ Cherokee is a compact SUV that was produced from 1984 to 2001. It is known for its off-road capabilities and rugged design, making it a popular choice among enthusiasts.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Jeep XJ Cherokee is a type of SUV that was made by Jeep from the mid-1980s to the early 2000s. 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It has a powerful engine and is famous for being very fast and fun to drive.","imageAttribution":"Vauxford (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":605.8,"endTime":611.8,"type":"car","title":"Mercury XR4Ti","quote":"...a good friend of mine, a friend of yours also, had just bought a black Mercor XR4 Ti. And I thought, oh my God...","canonicalId":"car:mercury-xr4ti","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Mercury XR4Ti is a sport compact car that was based on the Ford Sierra and was known for its turbocharged engine and sporty handling. It was marketed in the U.S. during the 1980s and is recognized for its unique styling and performance.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Mercury XR4Ti is a sporty car that was sold in the U.S. in the 1980s. It has a turbocharged engine, which means it can go really fast, and it was designed to be fun to drive."}},{"startTime":626.8,"endTime":631.8,"type":"term","title":"RS","url":"/glossary/rs","quote":"The RS, I think, has shocks on it. Possibly the best sedan steering I've ever felt in my life...","canonicalId":"term:rs","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The 'RS' designation typically refers to a high-performance variant of a car model, often featuring enhanced handling and power. It is commonly associated with brands like Ford and Audi, known for their sporty models.","simplifiedExplanation":"'RS' stands for 'Rally Sport' and usually means the car is designed for better performance and handling. It's like a sportier version of a regular car."}},{"startTime":631.8,"endTime":637.8,"type":"term","title":"steering response","url":"/glossary/steering-response","quote":"...Possibly the best sedan steering I've ever felt in my life in terms of response off-center, but talkative and dances in your hand...","canonicalId":"term:steering-response","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"Steering response refers to how quickly and accurately a car's steering system reacts to the driver's inputs. A car with good steering response feels more connected and agile, enhancing the driving experience.","simplifiedExplanation":"Steering response is how fast and accurately the car turns when you move the steering wheel. Good response means the car feels more alive and easier to control."}},{"startTime":646.8,"endTime":652.8,"type":"car","title":"XR4 Ti","quote":"...even the XR4 Ti on $45 per piece tires, did this thing where you are 100% unquestionably at the center of gravity of the car...","canonicalId":"car:xr4-ti","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Ford XR4 Ti is a sporty sedan that was known for its performance and handling characteristics. It was based on the Ford Sierra and featured a turbocharged engine, making it a unique offering in its class during the 1980s.","simplifiedExplanation":"The XR4 Ti is a sporty car made by Ford that was popular in the 1980s. 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