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Old Jun 19, 2009 | 05:03 PM
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Car: 1991 GTA
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Just saved 1989 Camaro RS

Well 2 weeks ago i ran across a 1989 camaro rs. I just sold my buick and this popped up on craigslist. i bought the car from some guy who didnt speak a word of english boy that was an interesting test drive lol. anyways i figured id take some pictures and share.

I got the car for $900 cash running and driving although not that good. The car was "Rigged" up to run so someone would buy it. heres what ive found so far.... Map sensor vac lines removed, siliconed 3 way valve in back of TB, Radio harness hacked to crap someone was to cheap to buy a install kit. no air filter in housing.... paper wedged in driver mirror to hold it up lol. after going through the past week and correcting those problems the car runs great and sounds nice.

305TBI/Auto Black interior
Still need to get new hood pass front fender rear bumper cover.

Also i put a set of Iroc rims on and installed new Eibach Sportlines with all new bushings up front still have to take it in to be aligned.

Here are some pics
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Old Jun 19, 2009 | 05:06 PM
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Car: 1991 GTA
Engine: 350 TPI
Transmission: 700R4
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oh yeah forgot to mention when i rebuilt the TB they had black electrical tape holding on the transmission kickdown cable lol

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Old Jun 19, 2009 | 05:29 PM
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Car: 87 IROC-Z
Engine: 5.7 TPI
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Nice to see 'nuther one comin' back from the brink. Keep us updated and good luck with your restoration.
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Old Jun 19, 2009 | 06:56 PM
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Car: 1991 GTA
Engine: 350 TPI
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Yeah i`ll keep it updated as i get it back to stock except for the ride height and rims. rest of the car is going to be completely stock with everything working like it should. its my daily driver.
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Old Jun 22, 2009 | 02:19 AM
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Car: Had 2 iroc-z's . An '87 & '88.
Engine: HAD 5.0 & 5.7 tpi
Transmission: 700r4
Axle/Gears: stock
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That cool to hear. If it wasnt for you , who knows what kind of future was in store 4 that car good thing that you steped in and saved it. Looks good, that stance and rims are awesome. Good luck.

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Old Jun 22, 2009 | 08:39 AM
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Car: 1989 IROC-Z. Original owner
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Re: Just saved 1989 Camaro RS

Nice find. I've got a soft spot for cars in primer.
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