When I bought it both of the front springs were cracked and the driver side tie rods were shot. But this was all taken care of by the dealership that certified it.
Whole exhaust system needed to be replaced due to rot. Again it was taken care of by the dealership free of charge.
Rear shocks went out. Which cost me about 250$ to get changed including labour costs.
The bigger pump from the gas tank broke and gas leaked out pretty badly. A 260$ expense, the pump was about 150, new straps for the gas tank were 50$ and labour was 60$.
Bosch Fuel Pump also went out on it which cost 400$ just for the part!!! However the labour on this one was free because I took it to a friends shop.
Its starting to rust pretty badly, but I'm gonna get it patched up soon.
I've owned this car for 9 months now and I've shelled out more than I payed for it in repairs, but I still love it.
I'm dropping the 5.0L engine out of a mustang Dech in soon and painting it jet black. All of which is paid for already and waiting to be done.
This car is extremely comfortable as long as you don't try to pack more than 3 people into it.
The car itself drives great and feels powerful, even with the V6 its still a fast one.
Its honestly the only car I ever see myself driving. Even if I can't keep restoring this one I'll buy another 88. What can I say? This is the car for me...
I know EXACTLY what you mean! When I had one (back in 1992), I spent more $ than I can recall (although I am sure my father recalls, since he paid it.)
Your quote sums it up: "A very expensive loved one"
I'd have another one in a heartbeat.
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