This auto is a one owner/survivor. Very clean with no/minimal rust. Drives better than when I bought it new. Improved handling, smoother ride, more horse power, faster shifts, better sound. Glass is scratch free, interior is very nice, although not quit original. Auto has always been garaged and driven primarily in nice weather. Never sees snow or ice.

My personal opinion is that this car now (after improvements) drives a lot like a stock 350 V8 but sounds different (growls) and gets better MPG.

This fine auto would make a great base project for a show car project, or a very nice car to take out for local parades & tours. Known to many as the Steel 'Vet.

I absolutely love this car, and am sure you will too. A must see to appreciate.

I purchased this auto new, from Lauderbach's in Newton, Iowa. I saw it in the show room as I drove by and the color (midnight blue metallic) caught my eye.

List Price $14,500, 2.8 TPI V6 (173 CID), 4 speed automatic/overdrive, cruise control, power brakes/front discs, power windows and steering as well as A/C. It had an AM/FM with cassette, tilt wheel, remote mirrors and a gray/black interior.

Had the car repainted it's original Midnight Blue Metallic and new undercoating applied.

Replaced the stock computer PROM with a chip from Hyper Tech. Minor improvement in horse power, great improvements in transmission shift points. Also installed a K&N air filter and modified the air box to get rid of restrictions.

New stereo installed, Sony head unit with AM/FM and CD. Also replaced the speakers with Boston Acoustics and added a 100 watt sub woofer amp and a 12" Fosgate woofer. Total of 280 watts.

Garaged the car and started tearing it down. I bought a 3.4L V6 (210 CID) stroker short block with a self balanced flex plate from speed shop in KC that specialized in 2.8L V6s builds for circle track racing. Installed Crane cam & lifters, roller rockers and a double roller chain. New injectors, heads rebuilt and the intake manifolds cleaned. Installed remote oil filter so it is easier to change oil and to can use a larger filter.

Rebuilt the distributor with new electronic module and pick up coil. Also, new Accel wires and Bosch Platinum Plus 4 plugs.

Replaced the stock crank and alternator drive pulleys with a set of under driven pulleys to recoup some of the horse power used to drive accessories. New water pump, starter, high flow oil pump and oil cooler round out the motor upgrades. During the rebuild, cleaned and painted every component, so the engine compartment looks nice & clean.

Rebuilt original transmission (4 speed/overdrive) and installed a B&M Shift Kit, tranny cooler and B&M fluid. Installed Energy Suspensions tranny mounts.

Rear end drained, cleaned and filled with synthetic oil.

Installed an Edelbrok Strut Tower Brace, really improved handling and keeps the front end level around corners. It also stops a lot of rattles when hitting pot holes. New gas struts and rear shocks.

New 110A alternator, replaced the old halogen headlights with Sylvania Silver Star units, much brighter, whiter light.

Removed interior (panels, dash, console, seats, etc.) and cleaned out dust, tightened up panels and replaced loose screws to reduce rattles.

Replaced the center console cover & sun shades with a flag theme (red, white and blue) material. Removed the rear seats, built a platform and covered with a foam cushion in the same material (this is where my puppy rides).

New exhaust w/Flow Master Cat Back system with 3" pipes. Really improved over 45 MPH acceleration.

New fiber carbon front disk pads, rotors turned, rear brake shoes replaced, stops on a dime. Wheel bearings checked and packed. Chassis lubed.

Rebuilt headlight lifting motors and gears, open instantly. New rear window glass (smashed in break-in), new rear window lifts, closing motor assembly cleaned & lubed, works great. Replaced windshield due to pitting. Replaced hood lifts.

New head liner and rear speaker grills recovered. New seat covers. Also, just had the car detailed, carpets cleaned, paint clayed & polished, everything else cleaned.

• This car is a survivor with only one owner, rebuilt for weekend outings & tours. Over $10K (just parts, not including labor) in drive train, tranny, suspension & misc. improvements since 2002 (14K miles ago).
• A nice car to drive when the sun is shining, gets all kinds of lookers. I'd take this car on any long summer drive with confidence, it's like new mechanically.
• This car has ALWAYS run Mobil 1 synthetic oil w/Fram oil filters. Changes at 1,000 miles or less (every 6 months) w/new filter.
• I only use premium fuels, never any ethanol.
• Car has ALWAYS been garaged, never sees snow or ice and seldom rain.
• I have original stereo & speakers, original seat covers, car cover.
• Have several docs from rebuild, Chilton's and Haynes repair manuals, parts and illustrations CD.
• Have taken the car on 2 Hot Rod Magazine Power Tours and several local tours, great touring car for 2. Last tour (2005) got 23 MPG on the road driving sensibly.
• If so inclined, car can melt those big Goodyear's on the line, second gear chirps, fish tails, sometimes chirps 3rd . Drives allot like a 350 V8, without the weight, better handling and better MPG.
• Cornering is fantastic with a slight front end plow.
• License plates are cheap, let's face it, the car is 25 years old.
• A must see/drive to appreciate

• The A/C is not cold, has a leak, I never liked A/C so never fixed it, I role down the windows, thus the new headliner.
• Original drivers seat has 2 tears in bottom cushion, passanger seat is like new. No rear seats. Interior minor to normal wear.
• Car does not like ethanol on very hot days (you've been warned).
• Car is notoriously difficult on snow & ice (too much horsepower on wide tires and little weight in the rear, spin city).
• Insurance may be up there if your too young.
• Chicago police love to ticket it (that's another story)
• Hey, if the car was perfect, I'd be asking more, let's face it, it is a classic.
• Decided to sell due to back problems (I'm getting older), can no longer work on it like I love to and could use garage space for another vehicle. Hate to see it go, but would love to see it appreciated by a new owner.