Due to some upcoming changes in my life I will be forced to get rid of the S197 and purchase something a little more bank account friendly. Tbird or Cougar it matters not. I don't want the 3.8L V6. That much I do know. I'd rather have a T-5, so I'll be leaning towards a TC or XR-7 or a converted thundercat. I can do the swap... I just don't have the time. Doesn't have to be completely rust free, but I'm not interested in any rust buckets or fixer uppers. Don't really care for red paint either. :P
Prefer 4-eyes as well but I'm not going to be too picky about that.
I'm looking to spend in the neighborhood of $1000 to $2000 come tax return.
I am willing to travel for the right car. I'm located in the Detroit Metro Area.
Let me know what you got.
ether947@gmail.com ("ether947@gmail.com")
Antonio
I'll keep an eye out for you in my neck of the woods, fusspot;)
Kinda fugly,... But check it out. The price is right...
http://detroit.craigslist.org/car/537843657.html
dayton-
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/84-Thunderbird-Turbo-Coupe-5-speed-Drive-it-home_W0QQitemZ290196547779QQihZ019QQcategoryZ6240QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
huntsville, AL
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1988-Ford-Thunderbird-Turbocoupe_W0QQitemZ320206469957QQihZ011QQcategoryZ6240QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
has a 140mph speedo :burnout:
I'll trade you straight up for that S-197... :hick:
Hmmm.... not sure how I missed that one.
The Dayton Bird has a little too much rust IMO. I'm afraid to even look at the frame. The one in Huntsville looks nice. Out of my price range though... :(
:hick:
Sweet! You take the payments, and I'll take the TC. Actually my ex-fiance is going to take it. But if she changes her mind I'll let you know. :)
Heres the one you need. THen you need to change your user name to match... :hick: :shakeass:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=236120700&dealer_id=61740727&car_year=1984&num_records=25&model=TBIRD&make3=&systime=&make2=MERC&start_year=1984&engine=&keywordsrep=&keywordsfyc=&certified=&fuel=&body_code=0&only_price=1&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=500&marketZipError=false&model2=COUGAR&search_lang=en&make=FORD&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&max_mileage=&style_flag=1&sort_type=priceASC&address=61603&only_photo=1&advanced=y&end_year=1988&transmission=&doors=&max_price=&cardist=500
Antonio, here's the one ya need!! Wish I could c00ch i:burnout: .
Antonio, here's the one ya need!! Wish I could c00ch i:burnout: .
http://www.foxtbirdcougarforums.com/showthread.php?t=14895
PM sent.
That's actually my first choice, but I don't know it will be around by the time I have the funds.
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well played, sir!
I thought it was funny too. I was just surprised it took someone that long to notice it.
What ever you buy I have a set of warlock lers you can buy to put on it. If you wanted to get an MN12 you can buy those all day long in central IL for that price.
Bump...
I'll sell you my 88.. Its a creampuff at 260,000 miles.... :hick:
This one is about 45 mins from me. If you were interested I could take a closer look at it this weekend for you.
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=236119987&dealer_id=61739339&car_year=1983&model=TBIRD&num_records=100&systime=&make3=&make2=MERC&start_year=1983&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=0&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=200&marketZipError=false&model2=COUGAR&search_lang=en&make=FORD&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&max_mileage=&style_flag=1&sort_type=priceDESC&address=44614&advanced=y&end_year=1988&doors=&transmission=&max_price=&cardist=23
I found an 86 Bird that is burgandy with tan interior with vent windows and 86K on the Odometer. I can get you the name and phone number for the dealer. Its about 80mils south of me in Beardstown, Il. I think it was like $1900.
Is it too much of a private matter for me to ask, what happened?
Such hate for the 3.8!
I saw that one. It looks awesome. I did the 83s come with AODs? If you can check it out and maybe get some more pics that would be awesome.
Do you know if it is a V8? Actually 80 miles south of you is a good ways man. :P
I can send you a PM or an email... prolly tomorrow though.
lol... i knew you were going to say something about that.
Sadly, I agree with you.
I don't have any leads, but I hope you find something that fills your Fox itch.
Like some kind of cream or buttstuffgesic. Actually you might even want to see a doctor about that.
:D
I'm not sure. The wife started yelling at me for looking at another bird. :D I understand that is one hell of a trip to look at the car. But I figured I would throw it out there. It was a column shift also.
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Steve Knipmeyer Chevrolet Inc
205 E 4th St
Beardstown, ILLINOIS 62618
217-323-1403
http://www.autotropolis.com/car.dealership/1025/Steve.Knipmeyer.Chevrolet.Inc.htm
Nah dont worry about it, none of my business really. Sorry about your luck though with the matter.
I am Selling an 88 Cougar 302, It is in the Cars For sale section just posted it a minute ago. Might be high in price for what you are looking for though. under (1988 Mercury Cougar For Sale)
i was thinking about picking this up but my work is too slow at the moment to fund it.
didnt know if your still looking
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/car/545468362.html
Yeah that's too high for me. Not really wanting a carb again either.
I am still looking. Got my eye on an XR-7, but if that falls though I would need a backup.
I'm also open to Fox Stangs and early SN-95s. Sorry.
must be gettin desperate ;)
My 1988 mercury cougar is at 4,500 i know its carbed but its well worth it. Thanks
Antonio, are you willing to drive to central Ohio?
http://columbus.craigslist.org/car/541190791.html
http://columbus.craigslist.org/car/519957665.html
Looks like you will have to contact the owners for more information.
I got a Mercury Cougar 1986 LS 5.0L AOD
87k miles, got it at 82k and had it since march of 07. I don't drive that much but it was well taken care of. Changed the main seal and oil pan gasket since they were leaking. That and also a full ler job. It is a white car with blue int. I installed duel power seats, full consule, and turbo coupe seats. I also modded the speakers where it is wired up with all monster cable. I also did a custom speaker mod in the back seat. Car has No rust at all, or a dent reason I bought. Engine runs fine with no problem. Only thing which I had to do was last week change the master cylinder and get new drums plus pads for the front. I have all my paper work to prove it too. I also had to change the heater core, and all the vacuum hoses. Plus I just got new head lights for it. I have put to much money into this car basicly....
Only thing I should note is I gotta put the pas. int back on because I had to put a new auto lock motor into it. Also I installed the lighted up key cylinders. Also I gotta vaccum it since it rain and I got mud on my carpets * pissed * I hate my work boots * CRIES *
Im low in dept due to the fact I just got a apartment so if youre interested I can get pictures tomorrow.
and just how much for this cherry cat :)
i think all 5.0 automatic aerobird/cats came with the aod..... at least my 83 did
I bought the car in March 2,750 thinking it was in good condition, well never go by looks. The body is mint with no rust or dents, but the guy didn't take care of his car to well... So I had to redo all hoses, heater core, main seal, tranny gasket, valve cover gaskets, oil pan gasket, new spark plugs, distribitor cap + wires , Pass side lock was broke so I had to fix, right cylinder cover was missing had to get a new one, Front brakes r new from last sunday along with the back, even the master cylinder because they all went... plus other little jobs like a new alt and battery.... o and the ler came off so I had to change that lol funny story there. Also it has new tires which r only 300 miles old.
Just from the ler, oil pan gasket, and main real seal it costed me 1,600 to fix which I was missed about. I have well over 4k into this car but I need to get rid of it due to me being on my own and need the money. The Car is mint outside and in, only thing that has to be done is a oil change in 1k miles, it was changed at 85k and has 87k. I'm gonna go change it and get the power steering flushed because thats the only liquid in the car which hasn't been cleaned and flushed.
I'm in a 3300 dep with the car who I own money too. I've been working it off but if u can end that dep I would rather ride a bike then drive a car with a dep.
I also would like to get rid of all my cougar/ t-bird parts with the sale because this would be the last time I owned a cougar possible.
Also if u don't believe me on prices I got all the papers to prove it, my sale of car, and the work that has been done. I didn't check to the papers to see if the work was done and I was screwed over so I won't let that happen to someone and show them the papers to be true.
Sorry, Jersey is a little far for me and your price is out of my range...
Near me: http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/car/556127009.html
Oh V6......and red :hick:
bump...
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/car/579821779.html
Maryland too far away?
Yes. Especially without pics.... thanks for the tip though.
bump
I know it's far, but what about the one right near me? THe blackone that's been posted on these boards?
Yeah I saw it... need to know how much he wants for it though.
you interested in one with a lot of mods?? or do you want decent gas mileage?
Sorry, forgot to close this thread. The search is over, I found a beater instead.