looking to buy a 87 turbo. "restored" is it worth 5k?

mirage83 · 04-30-2014, 08:24 PM

To a large degree that will depend on the quality of the parts that were used in the rebuild, and the skill/knowledge/experience of the person doing the rebuild.

The interior looks decent but not great, body looks okay from what's shown in the pics. Check all the electrical/electronics to make sure everything works as advertised, check the fluids for cleanliness, radiator neck for evidence of corrosion, and perhaps most importantly (to me at least) look around to make sure there isn't a sign of some of the repairs being rigged to make something work rather than being done right (it's amazing what PO's will do to get by on these cars). And ask for receipts for all the parts which went into the rebuild, ought to give you some idea of the quality level of the parts which were used.

In the end, it's worth what someone is willing to pay for it. Without seeing it myself I'd be afraid to state what I'd pay for it.

supraheelfan · 06-07-2014, 07:23 PM

I've got two mk3 supras and a cressida.
Make sure the targa top doesn't leak first off..
compression test, white smoke out tail pipe to make sure no leaky intake or valve cover gaskets, etc.. check fluids and make sure there is NO oil leaks.
also test drive and make sure the suspension is in order b/c that will take up just as much $$$, if not more than an engine rebuild or repair.
there is my two cents

SupraHead · 06-25-2014, 01:10 AM

I would say: Hell yeah because most supras that are on sale where I live are all rusted, chipped, needs major body work, and engine work. Paid for a clean condition one for about 12k like few yrs back. Still running great, get compliments from people saying: "You don't see those around anymore."

06-07-2014, 07:23 PM	#2
supraheelfan 3" Exhaust Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 178	I've got two mk3 supras and a cressida. Make sure the targa top doesn't leak first off.. compression test, white smoke out tail pipe to make sure no leaky intake or valve cover gaskets, etc.. check fluids and make sure there is NO oil leaks. also test drive and make sure the suspension is in order b/c that will take up just as much $$$, if not more than an engine rebuild or repair. there is my two cents __________________ Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new. Last edited by supraheelfan; 06-11-2014 at 08:44 AM.

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04-30-2014, 08:24 PM	#1
mirage83 12psi boost Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 359	To a large degree that will depend on the quality of the parts that were used in the rebuild, and the skill/knowledge/experience of the person doing the rebuild. The interior looks decent but not great, body looks okay from what's shown in the pics. Check all the electrical/electronics to make sure everything works as advertised, check the fluids for cleanliness, radiator neck for evidence of corrosion, and perhaps most importantly (to me at least) look around to make sure there isn't a sign of some of the repairs being rigged to make something work rather than being done right (it's amazing what PO's will do to get by on these cars). And ask for receipts for all the parts which went into the rebuild, ought to give you some idea of the quality level of the parts which were used. In the end, it's worth what someone is willing to pay for it. Without seeing it myself I'd be afraid to state what I'd pay for it.

06-25-2014, 01:10 AM	#3
SupraHead 3" Exhaust Join Date: May 2010 Location: SF Posts: 80	I would say: Hell yeah because most supras that are on sale where I live are all rusted, chipped, needs major body work, and engine work. Paid for a clean condition one for about 12k like few yrs back. Still running great, get compliments from people saying: "You don't see those around anymore."