well i got a gta
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well i got a gta
i picked up a 87 gta this week see what ya think. it needs alot of work but has alot of potential. 350 car. and also looking for tan interior stuff
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Looks like a good find. But then again, they all do in pictures. Have fun with it.
And what's up with those mirrors?
And what's up with those mirrors?
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Looks good man! 
Lmfao!
Originally posted by MattODoom
I dunno... it looks like that giant Amoeba is going to steal your GTA!
I dunno... it looks like that giant Amoeba is going to steal your GTA!
Lmfao!
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Those are the original 'paddle style' mirrors that they started the GTA's with. Supposed to give it a 'Euro' look.
: shrug :
Congrats on the new car.
-Schultzy
: shrug :
Congrats on the new car.
-Schultzy
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oo very very nice sean. i had been looking at an 88 gta similar to that a red one a couple weeks ago. i was going to go look at it and the owner stopped returning my e-mails. very nice find though i love the gtas how much did it set you back if you dont mind me asking?
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Originally posted by Schultzy89GTA
Those are the original 'paddle style' mirrors that they started the GTA's with. Supposed to give it a 'Euro' look.
: shrug :
Congrats on the new car.
-Schultzy
Those are the original 'paddle style' mirrors that they started the GTA's with. Supposed to give it a 'Euro' look.
: shrug :
Congrats on the new car.
-Schultzy
Question #4 - Why do some GTAs have those ugly, "Porsche" style mirrors?"
Initially, the 1987 GTA was introduced as a kind of upscale "euro" sports coupe; that was its real marketing target. The "paddle" mirrors were a direct reference to the GTA's supposed "euro" predilections. That style was quite common on many European sports coupes of the day, including those made by Porsche and BMW.
Purportedly, the mirrors were discontinued becasue they were prone to being knocked off the cars rather easily, but it is a fact that only a very few early model 1987 GTAs have them. At some point early in production, Pontiac reverted to using the standard Firebird aero mirror on the GTA. I have seen two different numbers quoted as to the total number of cars built with the unusual mirrors: either fifty (50) or two hundred (200). Either way, it is certainly a rare option on any 1987 GTA.
Initially, the 1987 GTA was introduced as a kind of upscale "euro" sports coupe; that was its real marketing target. The "paddle" mirrors were a direct reference to the GTA's supposed "euro" predilections. That style was quite common on many European sports coupes of the day, including those made by Porsche and BMW.
Purportedly, the mirrors were discontinued becasue they were prone to being knocked off the cars rather easily, but it is a fact that only a very few early model 1987 GTAs have them. At some point early in production, Pontiac reverted to using the standard Firebird aero mirror on the GTA. I have seen two different numbers quoted as to the total number of cars built with the unusual mirrors: either fifty (50) or two hundred (200). Either way, it is certainly a rare option on any 1987 GTA.
I know that when I eventually have money to buy a GTA, I'll be tryin' to find one that originally came with - and still has - the paddle mirrors. 
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thanks for all the nice comments. i dont know what is up with the moon in the first pic. lol. Im probabley going to paint it a maroon color or keep it the red not sure yet, i guess i will deside when i get to it. I love the tan interior my camaro has the tan interior and i live it, its just hard to find replacement parts. i have alot of plans for this car it will just be on the back burner till i get the camaro back on the road. but i will do this car right like i did my camaro i will just keep this one stock like the drive train seeing it has the 350 tpi in it. and on the price i paid 1k for it. thats why i couldnt pas it up. well hope to see some of ya at the meeting mext month. and tanks again for the coments.
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Nice car!
Good score finding a '87 GTA with the Paddle mirrors!
I love them!
I have a spare set for me, but have yet to use them, as if I install them on my 20th TTA, it devalues the car. I do keep every part for my car, so I wouldn't get rid of anything.
As for tan parts, good luck!
All the 20th TTA owners pick up all the spare parts they can find!
What parts excactly are you looking for?
Enjoy,
George
Good score finding a '87 GTA with the Paddle mirrors!
I love them!
I have a spare set for me, but have yet to use them, as if I install them on my 20th TTA, it devalues the car. I do keep every part for my car, so I wouldn't get rid of anything.
As for tan parts, good luck!
All the 20th TTA owners pick up all the spare parts they can find!
What parts excactly are you looking for?
Enjoy,
George
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i would leave it the stock color. and as far as the power train goes, unless you want to race it these 5.7s don't need ANY help. my 88 5.7 GTA is sick fast and it's mostly stock.
definatly keep the mirrors!!! those are hella rare. in theory your car is more rare then a 20th TTA. a rare option is not as cool as a rare car, but you know... whatever.
welcome to the rare option club. my 88 is one of five 88GTAs without a power antenna. it's the lamest rare option ever
definatly keep the mirrors!!! those are hella rare. in theory your car is more rare then a 20th TTA.
a rare option is not as cool as a rare car, but you know... whatever. welcome to the rare option club. my 88 is one of five 88GTAs without a power antenna. it's the lamest rare option ever
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i will keep the mirrors, i am going to take them off though, i cant stand them. and on the tan stuff mainly looking for door panels. is the main thing. i meed a upper center councel also. well actuall the wholething but the top piece the most though. Im going to recover the seats so thats not an issue, and get new carpet.
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^ Yea, I'd say it's a good idea to keep the mirrors in a safe place. Ya don't want those precious babies getting stolen or knocked off
Good luck with trying to find those interior pieces. If I come across anything, I'll let ya know.
Good luck with trying to find those interior pieces. If I come across anything, I'll let ya know.
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Originally posted by ssean92
Im probably going to paint it a maroon color or keep it the red not sure yet, i guess i will deside when i get to it. I love the tan interior my camaro has the tan interior and i live it, its just hard to find replacement parts.
Im probably going to paint it a maroon color or keep it the red not sure yet, i guess i will deside when i get to it. I love the tan interior my camaro has the tan interior and i live it, its just hard to find replacement parts.
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looks good, just start replacing the worn out stuff, and keep it stock looking...like the paint and wheels myself...cool find.
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looks like my cars twin besides the mirror thing. I agree too on the hard to find parts for the insede.
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WHAT!?!?!? so, i'm over here bustin' my butt trying to get the new motor in my car and your out galavanting buying up all the nice cars in the area? WTF MAN?!?! LOL, j/k! it looks great sean and will be a great addition to the family. you'll have to let your wife drive the camaro down to the meets on saturdays so you can bring your gta too!
and just an fyi...my pushrods got here today, looks like the motor will be firing up this afternoon sometime!
and just an fyi...my pushrods got here today, looks like the motor will be firing up this afternoon sometime!
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sweet matt glad to hear it bud. Oh yeah and i will let her drive the gta and i will drive the camaro, thats my baby. lol and it looks like it is the syncros so hope to have it back together soon
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