High Mile Third Gens,Post yours
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High Mile Third Gens,Post yours
I would like to start a tread like Imissmy86TA did with "Low Mile Third Gen post yours".I would like to see some WELL taken care of, Restored or Unmolested high mile third gens,say 50,000 miles or more,whatever the low mile thread didn't qualify for.What do you think.I'll start with mine.This one has 125,000 miles.
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Heres mine! Its had some touch ups here and there, but she's still looking good for 123,000 miles! It's pretty original other than the wheels, which I never got the stock ones with it..
12-16-2013, 06:35 PM
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Carlos that GTA is lookin right. I got a 91 as well, Its white w/ black leather 5 spd.
Thats the nicest car Ive seen on here in a while.
Thats the nicest car Ive seen on here in a while.
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Hey Manta, I got 2 that qualify.
GTA - 62K miles, Iroc, 173K (work in progress)
GTA - 62K miles, Iroc, 173K (work in progress)
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Don't recall you ever saying you had a IrocZ,that's really nice looking.
12-19-2013, 09:32 PM
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No more high mile beauties out there
12-19-2013, 10:03 PM
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Under 150k is not high miles for the age, really under 200. Mine has 117 and was parked for 12 years of its life. Wife has a '13 charger with 65k on it now. Guess it's a matter of opinion.
12-20-2013, 02:46 AM
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Car: 1990 Camaro RS
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Mine has 207,000 on it, with the original 305 that's never been out of the car or taken apart. Gets 29 mpg on the highway and 23 mpg in town. Has the T-5 and 3.23 rear gears. It's currently at the body shop getting fully re-worked and painted.
EDIT: Got these pics from the body shop today! Super excited! I absolutely LOVE the color!
EDIT: Got these pics from the body shop today! Super excited! I absolutely LOVE the color!
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12-20-2013, 08:05 AM
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Re: High Mile Third Gens,Post yours
I would like to start a tread like Imissmy86TA did with "Low Mile Third Gen post yours".I would like to see some WELL taken care of, Restored or Unmolested high mile third gens,say 50,000 miles or more,whatever the low mile thread didn't qualify for.What do you think.I'll start with mine.This one has 125,000 miles.
Here is one with 170K! I nominated him for COTM a few months back and he didnt get it in the running which is unfortunate!
Again great cars guys! High mileage can still be great show winners!
12-20-2013, 10:51 AM
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Mine has 207,000 on it, with the original 305 that's never been out of the car or taken apart. Gets 29 mpg on the highway and 23 mpg in town. Has the T-5 and 3.23 rear gears. It's currently at the body shop getting fully re-worked and painted.
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Devin,looks good
12-20-2013, 10:55 AM
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Hey Thanks and Your Welcome My86,I thought they needed some reconition for their hard work in keeping these old beauties around.
12-20-2013, 11:10 AM
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TED is that only summer driving? or some salt?
12-20-2013, 11:34 AM
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My wife complains about the time I spend on mine before car shows. I cant imagine what you guys have to do
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Stored every winter (Thanksgiving - Easter approx.). Finally repainted this year - clear coat was going.
Bought it new in '89, drove out to Santa Barbara, and drove up and down PCH. I promptly drove my new car into a tree
Bought it new in '89, drove out to Santa Barbara, and drove up and down PCH. I promptly drove my new car into a tree
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Mine has 207,000 on it, with the original 305 that's never been out of the car or taken apart. Gets 29 mpg on the highway and 23 mpg in town. Has the T-5 and 3.23 rear gears. It's currently at the body shop getting fully re-worked and painted.
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Here's a photo of mine from a few years ago when I first bought it, it had 132k on it then:
What hood is that? I like that it's only a small rise, it's pretty subtle compared to some of the ones that are out there.
Mine has 207,000 on it, with the original 305 that's never been out of the car or taken apart. Gets 29 mpg on the highway and 23 mpg in town. Has the T-5 and 3.23 rear gears. It's currently at the body shop getting fully re-worked and painted.
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12-22-2013, 11:36 AM
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Ive nearly got the first 3 cars mileage combined
At 312k currently. Original engine was swapped at 296k, so I guess thats where the rule ends
Ive also got a 342k V6/T5 thats had the trans replaced, but it definitely looks its age. 97 Silverado with 384k all original, but its not a Fbody
At 312k currently. Original engine was swapped at 296k, so I guess thats where the rule ends
Ive also got a 342k V6/T5 thats had the trans replaced, but it definitely looks its age. 97 Silverado with 384k all original, but its not a Fbody
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WOW,still looks good,a little TLC goes a long way
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Off the road getting a paint job right now, but my hubby's daily driver is an 89 RS with a 5 speed with 227,000 on it.
12-23-2013, 09:07 PM
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My '90 GTA is just over 100,000 miles.. I've hardly driven it in the last 3 years. It just takes up room in my garage
12-23-2013, 09:26 PM
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That's a beautiful looking car Jim
12-23-2013, 10:38 PM
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Just under 180k
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Any clue on the brand? Looking around all I can find is the ones with the ridge. Idk why they even put that ridge on them, it's not like the nose has a matching ridge.
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). I was glad to see the one I received was the smoother design. They have a 3" fiberglass one that looks like mine, but I wanted the smaller 2" height and all-steel construction.
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UPDATE......
207,000 Mile RS
Got these pics from the body shop today.....
Can't wait to bring it home on Friday!!!
207,000 Mile RS
Got these pics from the body shop today.....
Can't wait to bring it home on Friday!!!
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Dang Blue, That is sharp! Now go was your wheels and tires and she'll be ready for a cruise!
Congrats! Hope to see it in person.
Congrats! Hope to see it in person.
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Not sure of the actual brand name, but I got it from Classic Industries. The one they have listed online has the ridge in it, but the one they shipped to me does not (obviously ). I was glad to see the one I received was the smoother design. They have a 3" fiberglass one that looks like mine, but I wanted the smaller 2" height and all-steel construction.
). I was glad to see the one I received was the smoother design. They have a 3" fiberglass one that looks like mine, but I wanted the smaller 2" height and all-steel construction.:drool:
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I hadn't even thought of checking classic, & checking there made me think to check Rick's Camaros, The one I found on Rick's is the smoother design in the picture, but since it's $100 more than the classic one I might just call classic & see if I can get them to confirm whether theirs has the ridge on it or not.
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We really enjoyed reviewing the images of all of these awesome high mileage third gens. It's great to see all of these third gen cars that are driven daily and read through the comments.
We also wanted to thank you for the interest in the cowl hoods that we offer like the hood that Blue 90 RS used on his car. I want to be careful not to hijack this thread, but want you all to know that because of your comments here, we have created a new part number, 152810 for the 2" inch cowl induction hood with the less pronounced center ridge. You may order this part number to be sure that you receive the hood with the smoother looking scoop. We will also continue to offer Part number 1668292, which is the 2" cowl hood with the more pronounced ridge. Please PM us or you may want to consider starting another thread about cowl hoods (or post your comments at this link) if you have any further comments or questions about these hoods.
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My 89 Formula 350, 245,xxx miles. We painted it 16yrs ago or so.
When I 1st got it.
Road trip to Bristol Bash years ago.
T/A nats with Jim Mattison
going shopping
Not so stock now
Headn to the track
Interior
Warm and toasty
2nd 79 SE TA, 3rd 89 formula 350 and 4th 98 WS6 T/A. all black all ttops
And the wedding
When I 1st got it.
Road trip to Bristol Bash years ago.
T/A nats with Jim Mattison
going shopping
Not so stock now
Headn to the track
Interior
Warm and toasty
2nd 79 SE TA, 3rd 89 formula 350 and 4th 98 WS6 T/A. all black all ttops
And the wedding
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