Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe June 13, 2008, 08:56:30 AM 88 turbocoupe just finished. has the 2.3 turbo motor.everything has been redone basically. motor was checked over before build up and everything was good. Head was ported, new valves, springs and guides and all that stuff. Ranger roller cam with followers. Intakes have been gutted and knife edged, felpro 1035 head gasket with new head bolts, stainless header with a dodge 5.9 diesel turbo also known as a holset, turbosmart external wastegate, custom downpipe to a 3" custom magnaflow exhaust exiting behind passenger rear tire, ranger rad, electric fan, custom intercooler piping that has been heat wrapped, volvo front mount intercooler, turbosmart boost controller set at 12lbs for now, body is in good shape but does have a couple spots that are starting to show. Paint is great and shines really good. Floors are in great shape since these things usually rotted out. Has a 5 bolt swap using sn95 parts, 4 wheel disc brake with sn95 rear brakes, braided flex lines up front, 2000 gt rims with a 245/45/17 up front and a 275/45/17 in the rear. Has 2000 gt suspension in it witch lowered it quite a bit. Car pulls really hard at 3700rpm for its size and weight.interior is really good shape and blue/grey in colour,all power options work. this car wasnt built to be pretty just to go fastI offered $4000 cash, and am waiting to see if he accepts it. Is it worth it? Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #1 – June 13, 2008, 11:17:26 AM 4000 cash, yeah I'd say so. That's pretty nice! Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #2 – June 13, 2008, 12:11:59 PM I met that guy once ron,he asked me about my TC when i seen him at the local sunoco.I think he owns or works at dream tire right near my work.He used to have a twin turbo mustang and seems to build some decent rides.I doubt he'll take 4000 but maybe a trade plus cash for the capri???Seems well worth it even for what he's asking, as long as the body and floors are basically rust free. Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #3 – June 13, 2008, 01:06:53 PM Friggin Sweet. I'd go as high as 5K on that easy. Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #4 – June 13, 2008, 01:12:59 PM Looks like a well put together ride... Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #5 – June 13, 2008, 01:46:46 PM Thats a nice TC.. Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #6 – June 13, 2008, 04:25:08 PM Thats a nice TC. Out of curiosity did he replace the rod bolts with ARP ones? From what I understand that is one of the weak points on a TC bottom end. Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #7 – June 13, 2008, 04:25:21 PM QuoteThats a nice TC. Out of curiosity did he replace the rod bolts with ARP ones? From what I understand that is one of the weak points on a TC bottom end.yes actually I believe he did, because he had one let go on him, that is why he redid the motor.He'll give me a deal and give it to me for $4400....Not sure if I should do it or not.... Found a really nice '88 5.0L Tbird on Kijiji that has never seen winters, with a body kit on it that I have never seen before.... half the price too. I think I will grab that one, just waiting for them to return my call. Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #8 – June 13, 2008, 05:00:04 PM Buy The Tc!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #9 – June 13, 2008, 05:02:58 PM Bah get the TC. You'll have alot more fun with it. Besides you already have a 5.0 lol. Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #10 – June 13, 2008, 09:14:41 PM Quote from: 1WLD BRD;223437yes actually I believe he did, because he had one let go on him, that is why he redid the motor.He'll give me a deal and give it to me for $4400....Not sure if I should do it or not.... Found a really nice '88 5.0L Tbird on Kijiji that has never seen winters, with a body kit on it that I have never seen before.... half the price too. I think I will grab that one, just waiting for them to return my call.PICS of this 5.0 please. Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #11 – June 14, 2008, 02:46:39 AM http://hamilton.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-under-5K-1988-5-0-Litre-Ford-Thunderbird-W0QQAdIdZ56140320here are pics of the 5.0L Bird^ Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #12 – June 14, 2008, 05:50:25 AM I like the tc too, I was just thinking of painting my cougar that color yesterday. Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #13 – June 14, 2008, 10:10:39 AM The 5.0L is nice as well but for the extra bit of dough the Tc is fully loaded and has alot of quality work done to it. Quote Selected
Bought a modified '88 Turbo Coupe Reply #14 – June 14, 2008, 10:20:49 AM You have the Capri with the 5.0 so why not get the TC with the 2.3 it will save a little gas. Honestly I would try and get your blue Bird back if you want a 5.0 Bird again. Quote Selected
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