Looking at a Turbo Coupe

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Looking at a Turbo Coupe

February 14, 2010, 10:24:53 PM

I finally found a turbo coupe that's local! It's an 88', well over 200k miles, 5 speed. I haven't checked the car out in person yet, but before going I wanted to see if there is anything in particular I should look for. I know that any turbo with this kind of mileage is liable to fail at any point, but are these cars generally good high mileage performers? Heres hoping that there isn't any hidden rust. My Cougar doesn't have one spot of rust on it maybe I can be just as lucky this time around.

Looking at a Turbo Coupe

Reply #1 – February 15, 2010, 12:48:12 PM

I really don't have much experience with these cars, but I do know the engine internals are forged, so they're pretty tough and can handle some abuse. If the engine hasn't been rebuilt, I would definitely rebuild it though.

Looking at a Turbo Coupe

Reply #2 – February 15, 2010, 01:55:47 PM

I have an 85 TC with 218k miles and the factory HG is still in place.

just check the normal things you would on most cars, belts, hoses, brakes and such

How much are they askig for it?

What part of Fla you in?

Looking at a Turbo Coupe

Reply #3 – February 15, 2010, 02:27:33 PM

They are asking $1100. I'm about 20 miles south of Dothan, AL right on the state line. I may go as far as replacing the HG or rebuilding/replacing the turbo, but I'm not planning on buying it and immediately rebuilding the engine.