boostd92 Posted October 29, 2014 Report Share Posted October 29, 2014 I'm selling my red 1987 Conquest TSi. It's been a journey but I got another great deal on a newer car and have no room on my driveway anymore (or I'd keep it). The car has ~91,000 original miles. I bought it off of a forum member here. Link to original for sale thread: http://www.starquest...howtopic=138550 Since I've bought it, this is what has been done: Drilled/Helicoiled exhuast studs in head, new manifold and turbo gaskets all around, new hardware, used non-cracked manifold.3" Mookeeh catless downpipeO2 sensorStainless oil and coolant lines for the turboThermostatPCV ValveRadiator CapSpark PlugsDistributor cleaned/regreasedDistributor cap/rotor/NGK plug wiresIgnition CoilFan temperature switch2.5" muffler shop exhaust w/magneflow hi-flow catFlow/leak tested/cleaned stock fuel injectorsMazda TPS upgradeCleaned grounds, replaced neg bat cable end. The car has been the most reliable car I've owned in a long time. It doesn't get driven that often and even after sitting a month or two (even in the cold), she fires right up. The car idles rock solid at 800rpm, makes great torque, and the turbo spools nicely (makes all the right turbo noises). The car has some Nordic winter tires on it currently and is a blast in the snow with the limited slip. The clutch grabs firmly and shows no signs of slippage. That being said the car does have it's issues (that I bought it with and wasn't made aware of).- The car throws the TPS code and I can't seem to get it to adjust correctly. The car drives great at about 70% throttle or less, once you go WOT, it hesitates - I believe due to the TPS being out of adjustment because it makes great torque and boost at 50% throttle all the way to redline.- Previous owner removed the A/C compressor- After running the car hard, slight coolant smell. I've checked and nothing is leaking - the coolant level never goes down. The best that I can see, one of the "custom" hoses for the TEP radiator leaks a tiny amount that evaporates before dripping - should be a simple fix.- Some smoke on hard acceleration - this may be due to incorrect fueling because of the TPS, or possibly valve seals.- Several dings, some clear coat peeling in spots (but overall much better body condition than average) What I would do if I were going to keep it in the driveway:-Drive it and do nothing (if it's a winter car or second car and not a "pride and joy" car, it's fine as-is). What I would do if I were going to make a project out of it to get it running perfectly:-Pull the cylinder head and do all the gaskets and a head refresh-Secure or replace the radiator hoses-Run new wires from the ECU directly to the TPS to eliminate any wiring issues (as that's really the last thing I haven't done)-Replace the fuel pump (just preventative - I don't think there is anything wrong with it, just original as far as I can tell) I want to be straightforward because the previous owner wasn't with me - or he was just naive or stupid. It sucks because I end up making a really good car sound like a bad one. I would have absolutely no issue driving this car cross country (I did when I bought it, and it was in much worse running condition), or every single day in the winter - heater works great and it has snow tires. I bought the car for $3,000 if I remember correctly. I've put over $1,000 into it and only driven it about 3,000 miles. I realize I paid too much (now). I'm selling the car for $2,000 or best offer. Email me or PM me for quickest response. http://i61.tinypic.com/255rh2t.jpg http://i61.tinypic.com/2exsnzb.jpg http://i62.tinypic.com/30kczgj.jpg http://i61.tinypic.com/2qdc4km.jpg http://i61.tinypic.com/33oi6ib.jpg http://i61.tinypic.com/i6e03q.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSiTSi Posted October 30, 2014 Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 WOW $2000? Hell of a price! I'd say $3000 would be a good price! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markhansenconquest Posted October 30, 2014 Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 good deal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'87quest Posted October 30, 2014 Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 WOW $2000? Hell of a price! I'd say $3000 would be a good price! Thats what I was gonna say! this won't last long! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skrilla Posted October 30, 2014 Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 How is this not sold Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doomviillain Posted October 30, 2014 Report Share Posted October 30, 2014 I get mad when I see posts like this...I had the money, wish I could of spent the money on a car like this despite the issues it has, but I'm stuck with what I got and now gotta deal with it. But its still a starion so there's some sort of comfort. GLWS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
992gnt Posted October 31, 2014 Report Share Posted October 31, 2014 PM sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-VO Posted October 31, 2014 Report Share Posted October 31, 2014 PM Sent. Local buyer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boostd92 Posted November 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2014 (edited) The buyer I had backed out (said he lost the money at the casino right before coming to see the car... what a jerk). The car really does show well in pictures and in person but it's far from perfect. I'm trying to be upfront with it because the previous owner was not. It's got paint issues (clearcoat peeling in spots, dings, bubbling rust around rear of rear wheel wells) and in my opinion could use a cylinder head re-fresh, but it runs great (outside of WOT). The car is not rusted out underneath - it's actually in great shape as far as I can tell. Local buyers will get first looks. If it doesn't sell locally, I'll go down the list in order. I'll consider it "pending" right now as I have 2 locals interested. If it doesn't sell, I'll bump the thread again. Edited November 3, 2014 by boostd92 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsi-1 Posted November 3, 2014 Report Share Posted November 3, 2014 Where is the quest located ..? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boostd92 Posted November 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2014 See title but more specifically I'm in Lake in the Hills (60156) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turboboost Posted November 8, 2014 Report Share Posted November 8, 2014 To bad i just bough my conquest in chicago.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spedos1970 Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 Im local about an hour away if still for sale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markhansenconquest Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 pick it up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wicked Quest Posted November 21, 2014 Report Share Posted November 21, 2014 Is there a contact number or I can be reached at 630-965-1987. ThanksPrasad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nad Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 I was going to make the trip to get this, but seen the Craigslist ad had been pulled. This thing still available? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turboboost Posted November 24, 2014 Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Is it still for sale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boostd92 Posted November 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2014 Sale is pending. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plh Posted December 8, 2014 Report Share Posted December 8, 2014 Is it sold? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hxc zombie6 Posted February 28, 2015 Report Share Posted February 28, 2015 IM interested im about an hr outside of chicago Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiny87 Posted March 1, 2015 Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 Have this conquest sell... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazdaverx7 Posted March 2, 2015 Report Share Posted March 2, 2015 Probable long gone. Was a super great car for the asking price!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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