Joe R

The car is SOLD. A very happy new Seven owner took it home today. Thanks to all for all your comments and support!

Another option to consider, if you need to drop back down to a 2.0L its as simple as changing out the short block. All components change out. The 2.3L Duratec comes from the factory with 2.0L head. The Crower Stage 2 cams & springs will not need or be changed either. A new gasket set, short block assembly & bingo, a 2.0L. You lose the forged crank, but there are always trade offs to be made. Check out for photo gallery of the build.

Check your connections to your rad fan & temp sensor. Check ground to rad fan carefully.

Hey Dan, your o2 sensor (lambda) and your ECU are not in sync. Check with the manufacturer to get the procedure for "free air calibration" of the new sensor first. Next step confirm ECU procedure for getting the o2 synced up with the ECU.

The autoX I recently competed in they classified the car in SSP. Won class on street tires. This was the first time out for this car. Suspension was a touch off, but that's why we took it to the event to sort it out. As far as going the 2.0 route, I'm sure you could do an even trade for a high end build 2.0 or if you wanted to make some money, the UK boys will pay big premiums for 2.3's. lotusman and michaelD I will PM you shortly

OK all you bargain hunting wannabe "Seven" owners and or its time to step back in a "Seven" for those of you who understand these fantastic cars, the door is open. Make me a realistic offer and you just might own yourself one of the best Birkins out there. It now has 1039 miles on the odometer. I've taken it out to an autoX to fine tune the suspension and we have run a 0-60 test on it & got 3.6 on hot tires. It's ready to go!

Check your belt tensioner as well as the alternator & water pump pulleys. Also check the alternator mounting brackets.

Hey Dan, PM me & we can exchange some contact info. I have a fairly decent knowledge of Duratec trouble shooting and it would be a bit easier to discuss verbally. Joe

Through together a few more pictures. Go to: There may be a couple of duplicates.

Dan before you do any replacement of any the parts & pieces take your car to your local tuner. Obviously your getting spark, your getting fuel and your getting air. The car is cold starting fine so everything your saying is pointing towards a tuning issue in my opinion.

What are the specs on the engine, i.e.: compression ratio, Pistons & rods, etc. Also final HP/Torque on your best tune? Thx, JBR

Blaine - This might broaden your view on prospective cars to consider. I am 6'-2" & 192 lbs. I fit comfortably in my Birkin S3 with the pedals set in the middle position and the seat adjusted to the rear. My car is listed on this site in the for sale section of the site: Birkin S3 For Sale - New Build. Please feel free to personal message me. I would be happy to share my contact information and answer any questions you might have regarding my car or Sevens in general. All the best in your search. Joe

Hey Rich, Joe here. Sent you a PM.

Not yet! PM me if you have an interest I would be happy to cuss & discuss.

I have edited my original posting to include some different photos and a new asking price of $ 30k or best offer.