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CS Model Range & Production History
- Sept 1968 2800CS Introduced
- Mar 1971 3.0CS Replaces 2800CS, bigger 180bhp engine & 4 Wheel Vented Disc brakes.
- May 1971 3.0CSL Introduced 3.0 Carb Engine, alloy panels, plexiglass windows, stiffer suspension & sports seats.
- Sept 1971 3.0CSi Announced with Bosch Fuel Injection, 200bhp & Longer Final drive.
- Aug 1972 3003cc 3.0CSL replaces 2985cc 3.0CSL, Engine has slightly larger Bore & Fuel Injection.
- Aug 1973 3153cc CSL introduced (Batmobile as above).
- May 1974 CS & CSi get Alpina wheels, softer suspension settings & different seat trim.
- June 1974 2.5CS Introduced.
- Dec 1975 CS Coupe production ends.
CS Production Figures
| Model | Production |
|---|---|
| 2800CS | 9,399 |
| 3.0CS | 11,063 |
| 3.0CSi | 8,199 |
| 3.0CSL (German, Carb) | 169 |
| 3.0CSL (UK, Injection) | 500 |
| 3.0CSL (German, Injection) | 430 |
| 3.0CSL (3153cc "Batmobile") | 109 |
| 2.5CS | 844 |
CS Model Range
| Model | Engine | Power | Top Speed | 0-60 MPH | Fuel Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2800CS | 2788cc SOHC I6 Carb | 170bhp | 128mph | 8.5 sec | - |
| 3.0CS | 2985cc SOHC I6 Carb | 180bhp | 132mph | 8.0 sec | - |
| 3.0CSi | 2985cc SOHC I6 efi | 200bhp | 140mph | 7.5 sec | - |
| 3.0CSL(May '71) | 2985cc SOHC I6 Carb | 180bhp | 132mph | 8.0 sec | - |
| 3.0CSL(Aug '72) | 3003cc SOHC I6 efi | 200bhp | 146mph | 6.9 sec | - |
| 3.0CSL(Aug '73) | 3153cc SOHC I6 efi | 206bhp | 137mph | 6.8 sec | 22 mpg |
| 3.0CSL Group 2 Racer ('73) | 3498cc SOHC I6 Mech Fuel Injection | 370bhp | 167mph | 4.5 sec | - |
| 3.0CSL Group 2 Racer ('74) | 3210cc DOHC I6 EFI (?) | 480bhp | 180mph | - | - |
| 3.0CSL Group 4 Racer ('76) | 3210cc DOHC I6 Turbo | 750bhp | 212mph | - | - |
CS Buyers Notes
- Check that oil & water haven't mixed, this may mean a blown head gasket.
- Rattling top end means tappet adjuster cams may be out of adjustment.
- Look for noisy cam, excessive over-run smoke.
- Zenith carbs are difficult to set up.
- Coil Springs crack and new shocks can make vast improvements to handling & ride.
- Check power steering. A worn box gives a vague feel about staight ahead.
- Syncro may be weak on original gearboxes.
- Auto gearboxes may be jerky, look for responsive kickdown.
- Brake discs may be thin, servos can fill with brake fluid.
- Diff mounting bushes perish to give snatchy feel.
- CSL Diffs should have 25% LSD.
- Watch out for rust, check floor drain plugs.
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