Yeah, it's not a typo...I have decided to sell the '88 Blue Max V8, for a variety of reasons--mainly because I just don't have space for it anymore. So, while the body is still good, I'm selling.
Here's the scoop:
- Car has ~110,000 miles. Engine has been replaced with a 1984 Mustang non-roller 302, with approx. 20K on the rebuild (done by my personal mechanic). Engine has a mild cam using the non-HO firing order. Stock computer and electronics/wiring are in place. Essentially, you'd never know it's not a non-roller engine unless I told you....which I, um, just did. Yeah.
- Transmission has been replaced. Car was originally column shift, now a floor shift with console. AOD is from a Mustang, rebuilt by my mechanic with a few extra clutches. Shifts are excellent--absolutely perfect. Power in overdrive is outstanding for a non-HO 5.0.
- Body is very nice. Not perfect, but nice--a solid 7 out of 10. No rust is showing! Does it have a few bubbles? Mmmmmm, yeah...nothing major though. They can easily be fixed but now is the time to do so. This car was not winter driven before I owned it, and since then I've only had it out in the snow a handful of times. It was garaged this winter and hasn't seen the road since November '05. Paint is good and very smooth. Again, not perfect, but nice. If one were to throw a little cash into fixing the bubbles and getting a coherent paint job, this could easily be show-quality...it is that good! I will post the rust bubble pix as soon as I can. This car has been garaged since I bought it, and probably long before that.
- New tires, new rear shocks. Brakes are good all around. Front struts seem to be alright. Fluids are all fresh. No leaks!
- Exhaust is new...Mustang factory headers, Mustang H-pipe with all 4 converters (air pump not hooked up), stock pipes from the cats back, Summit lers. No leaks, no holes, sounds good...not annoying, good for cruising.
- Interior mods: '88 XR7 blue buckets, console, floor shifter, Turbo Coupe/XR7 dash panels, 2-spoke sport steering wheel. The "JoeBondo" 199mph speedo mod has been done.
- JUST bought a Blaupunkt CD player for it; sounds good. Oh, there's an amp mounted behind the back seat that will go with the car. I have replaced all the speakers and overall the system sounds pretty good. I'll probably even throw in the 10" subs and box in the trunk.
- Most of the unique Blue Max stuff is on the car. C-pillar emblems are good, trunk emblems are good, dash emblem is great. The original Max bumper emblem was gone when I got the car, but I do have an alternative for it that I'll leave up to the next owner.
- Everything pretty much works on the car, even the cruise control. Well, the a/c doesn't work...now there's a shock!
Not good things:
- Rear window needs resealed. I took care of the windshield but just haven't had the chance to get to the back window.
- This car was in a slight front fender-bender before I owned it. The passenger rear quarter was also replaced. The replacement job is very nice...no shoddy work. Frame is straight, no alignment issues. Neither of these things have affected the driveability or the paint/body. If I hadn't told you, you probably wouldn't have known. Just wanted you to be aware of it.
- There is a slight sputtering once the car is warm. I honestly have no clue what it is...it's stumped me and two mechanics. Whatever is causing it has to be electronic or emissions in nature, since the problem existed before and after the engine/trans swaps. Maybe fuel pump? Can't really say...I can throw out a dozen guesses though. It's just slightly annoying, nothing life-threatening though.
If you're looking for a great candidate for a show car...this is it. The car is straight, clean and ready to roll.
Pictures here: http://www.coolcats.net/eric/88max_v8/
Car is located in northeast Ohio.
Price: $4000.
Interested? E-mail me directly at eric@coolcats.net .
Thank you and have a swell day. That is all.
Oh yeah, I see how it is now... He buys an SUV, then starts selling off the Cougars...
Heh...not exactly Carm...although I do like the Mountaineer a lot. But it can't replace a Cat. I'm simply out of room.
I'll take your '86 'Vert off your hands if you really need to make room :D Unfortunately, I know you're probably going to be buried in that car...lol. Sweet Blue Max 'Coug...too bad I don't have the money. Good luck!
Hmm I've rode in this car. It's definitely a nice ride, and that shade of blue is really nice. Too bad you have to sell it. If it were me I'd just pave a bigger portion of the driveway to make room for it. Oh well I guess it'll make a great addition to someone else's driveway.
If I didn't have other plans for my tax return money I would buy that car AND widen the driveway.
Some additional info:
- Rear end is 7.5", non-locking, 2.73 gears with 10" drum brakes.
- I will throw in a locking 7.5" center with 3.45 gears, with purchase of the car.
- Entertaining offers...PM or e-mail me (eric@coolcats.net).
Because i'm bored and nosy, what's up with the V6 Blue Max? I would've thought you'd keep this V8 one and let go of the V6.
The V6 is next to sell...it runs but I have a few things to button up before it becomes driveable.
Say it aint so man, it had better go to a good home.
*bump
Down to $3500
I'd buy that but my raise dosen't kick in till April 1st and by the time I'd have the money it'll be gone. Plus I'd need another garage, I can't let my Bird sit outside.
It's after April 1st and I still have the car... ;)
wish it was an 86 :(
Bumpity bump.
I have no garage space, plus I only have $2,000 and I know it's worth much more than that.
maybe there's a payment plan in the future :)
Dude, you're killin me! I just might have buy this thing and be forced to live in the shed in the backyard afterwards......
Finance me at $50 per month and I'll drive out and pick it up tomorrow... It'll be paid off in about 6 years.
How about I put in another $50 a month and we can share the car :giggle: . It'll only take us what, 3 years to pay him :hick: .
lol
I'm actually serious though. If I had the full amount, I'd c00ch it up in a heartbeat. For what I pay out a month in bills and whatnot, I could only do about $50 and still survive.:giggle: :(
lol
I'm actually serious though. If I had the full amount, I'd c00ch it up in a heartbeat. For what I pay out a month in bills and whatnot, I could only do about $50 and still survive.:giggle: :(
Sorry Eric, not meaning to make a mockery of your thread.
If I had the full ammount I'd buy it as well. It's just such a nice Cougar. I hope someone buys it and keeps it nice and doesn't ruin it by using it as a daily driver.
Bump...
Needs to go ASAP...if you're interested give me a holler.
eric AT coolcats.net
OK guys, last chance....or it's going to the crusher.
New pix:
(http://www.coolcats.net/eric/88max_v8/max01.jpg)
(http://www.coolcats.net/eric/88max_v8/interior01.jpg)
(http://www.coolcats.net/eric/88max_v8/interior02.jpg)
(http://www.coolcats.net/eric/88max_v8/trunk01.jpg)
Yes, I know it needs swept out and the trunk needs cleaned. Thank you for reminding me.
I'm liking that Mustang shifter, how it sets in flush like that. It looks better than the stock T-Bird/Cougar unit.
so you would really send a $4000 car to the crusher?
Not the crusher. Are you serious? Call me if you are.
Carm...that IS the stock T-Bird/Cougar shifter. It's out of an '88 XR7. ;)
Nope. That trick worked for the '85 sage Cougar so I figured, what the hell, let's try that. ;)
You sneaky bugger you :nono:
Looks like Eric didn't pull the carpet and mount the sheetmetal shifter base to the floor pan. Thats why its flush. Its a pain in the ass, ask me how I know. ;)
I wasn't the person that installed it....that would be my mechanic. When the trans went he had a Mustang AOD laying around, but that pretty much required the floor shifter, so he put that in at the same time as the transmission. It's a bit crooked but I got it looking halfway decent. I didn't have the metal support for it either...so, you make do with what you have. I personally like the flush mount look myself. Just have to space the indicator plate with some washers, no big deal.
Come on Claude...I've been messing with these cars for 20 years. You think I don't know a few tricks...? ;)
sorry, i was going to buy it, but i saw that interior pic....... i can't own a car with a RED seatbelt cover.... eeewwww:nono:
Yeah but $200 (or whatever Karl payed) saved that car from the crusher. Biiiiiiggg difference ;)
LOL! Behold...that is my very last complete, unbroken seat belt latch in my collection. If you want, I can work some Photoshop magic to make ya feel a little better... ;)
Bump...
Alright, this car is really needing to go. Badly. Like, NOW.
If you're interested talk to me.
Hi Eric, is car still for sale, if so how much?
PM sent.
OK, for anyone attending Cat Jam this weekend, I'll have the insurance on the car and you can take it for a test spin.
By spin, do you mean do donuts? Whip shiznitties? I'll take you up on that offer.
Sure, you can spin the peg-leg as much as you want, Brian... :rolleyes:
Aight y'all...
IT'S SOLD!
The lucky winner: Cougarcruisin's family. I'm glad to see it go into very good (and well deserving) hands.
Thanks everyone!