Guys,
I'm getting out of the Thunderbird game for right now, but I'm sure I'll be back at some point.
Here is my car...
This is a running, driving 1988 Blue/Blue cloth Turbo Coupe with 5.0 swap. It is a rust-free southern car that spent its whole life in NC. I drive it everyday to work.
(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i153/jdschrader/TurboCoupe/TC052.jpg)
(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i153/jdschrader/TurboCoupe/TC051.jpg)
(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i153/jdschrader/TurboCoupe/TC024-1.jpg)
(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i153/jdschrader/TurboCoupe/TC_Engine038.jpg)
(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i153/jdschrader/TurboCoupe/TC_Engine034.jpg)
(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i153/jdschrader/TurboCoupe/IM001618.jpg)
Mods and parts:
- Rebuilt 306 with GT40 heads and Cobra intake
- AOD transmission
- Full dual exhaust with factory headers, h-pipe
- 3.73 trak-loc 8.8 rear
- 140mph speedo with V8 tach mod
- NOS head lights
$1,500 for the car as a whole, or let me know what parts you want/need.
Fly in and drive it home!
Thanks,
Jon
how much would you sell the whole gauge cluster for with the v8 tach and 140 speedometer
This car should not go to the crusher unless there's severe rust issues you've not disclosed. As for selling the car outright, you're asking at the wrong time of year. Wait until Spring to capture an interested buyer.
I'd want the head lights.
are we a running car?
Kafer79, I agree with you. This is a RUST FREE North Carolina car with no accidents. Other than a few door dings on the sides, the body is straight.
HOWEVER, the car is worth more in parts than it is whole. So someone come take this thing off my hands in one piece!
Yep. Running/driving car that I take to work everyday.
Holy shiznit, that looks like a nice car. Always wishing closer and the money I dont have.
I sure hope someone gets it whole.
I don't condone ripping apart a perfectly good car, but, I'm looking for some interior pieces, if they're in good condition:
console lid
console switch panel
full size spare carpet bag/cover
and if possible, the 8.8 as well
I want the center console.
I want the car, but I'm too far away.
I would love to get her from you, but I can't do anything until after the first of the year.
Don't part it! :(
I'd buy it right now if I had the dough.
I have been wanting a Bird for a while, but the good ones come up when I don't have cash.
Thanks guys for the responses. I really don't want to part it out, and I would like to keep it, but I have too many cars (especially with V8's) and need to thin the herd.
Here is a run-down on some details of the swap:
1. Engine was built for boost. It has SpeedPro/TRW +7.40cc dished FORGED pistons ~8.5 to 9 compression ratio with GT40 (not P) heads and real Ford Racing Cobra intake.
2. ABS brake system was eliminated with SN95 brake booster, master cylinder and proportioning valve. The rest of the braking system is stock TC disks.
3. A3M1 computer and wiring from 93 Mustang 5 speed. All EEC and chassis wiring was done with OEM Ford type connectors.
4. Maintained Automatic ride control electronics with Automatic and Manual firm (switch) mode.
5. Upgraded to 130amp 3G alternator with wiring and 175amp fuse.
6. 88 Cougar stock AOD with custom fabricated floor shifter system. Transmission probably needs to be gone through, or at least a shift kit installed - slushy shifts - but goes into all gears and lock-up mode. I was planning to upgrade to 4R70W - and have that transmission to go with the car.
7. Double-hump cross-member with AOD driveshaft and correct transmission gear for 3.73 rear axle.
8. Custom dual exhaust system all the way out the back (through cutouts in the rear bumper). But turn downs can easily be put on to exit under the rear bumper. 2 1/2" Cat-back exhaust with Stainless Magnaflow lers.
9. Brand new heater core and A/C evaporator in the fully functional EATC.
Things that need some attention:
- Exterior: In desparate need of a paint job. Twilight blue metallic paint code
- Interior: Top of dash is cracked (aren't they all) and the rear decking carpet is messy.
- A/C compressor and clutch is bad, but all new A/C components and hoses. Converted to R-134a
- Cruise control not yet functional as I haven't switched to the V8 diaphram. Have that to go with the car.
- Needs tires
PM me questions.
Thanks,
Jon
. I just bought a Mark VII. Now I have no extra money. Good luck with the sale.
do you still have the computer and computer loom from the 2.3T to sell ?
Ron
Hey Ron. I do have the 2.3, wiring and computer. But I'm holding on to that for a future project.
I certainly don't blame you for keeping it.
I have a friend who wants a 87/88 loom & computer for his 84 SVO.
Ron
So what is the deal with this car - did you part it? I am interested in a price for the whole car if it is still intact. If not, I have some parts I am interested in buying.
That's a nice car
I'll take the wheels.
Resurrected this thread! I'm moving and must get rid of the car. $1,500 and drive this bad boy home.
Please PM me if interested.
Thanks,
Jon
Do you still have this car if you do i would be very interested in talking with u!
I still have it. PM me or email me for pictures and to discuss.
Thanks,
Jon
j (at) schrader (dot) net
Hey if you are still trying to sell it I will most certainly buy it. Sending PM now
PM me if you didnt get my message. Its not showing up in my sent folder for some reason lol.
I still have it and would like to sell it. PM back mdsparks512.
So what is wrong with this car? I feel like buying it just so I don't have to see it sit here this long!!!!
Nothing wrong with the car. I'm moving and just don't have space or time for it. Need to sell it quickly. Let me know via pm.
Wow man. I wish that I had room in my life for this car. Where are you moving to?
Pm sent. Do you still have it?
Consulting with the general about this car.
Is the whole car still together? I might be heading down to Florida this weekend, have to drive back through NC anyway.
Bump. Leaving Florida soon... Could start a fight with the gf on the way back to justify needed a second car home.... haha
Did you start parting the car out or is it all still together.
Is the car sold, parted or what happened please. My son is looking for a fox body.
How much for the GT40 Cobra intake manifolds? I'm in Gastonia.
if you're still parting it out, I'm in need of a fuel level sending unit
Front and rear bumpers? I'm not far from you I'm in lincolnton.