GOFASTER Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 I found what looks like a pretty nice '88 Conquest on eBay. I was the high bidder, but under his reserve. (I bid $2700 the reserve was $3000.) Before I decide to take his 2nd chance offer of $2800 I wanted to throw it out here and ask all you knowledgeable guys if this car looks like it is worth it.....So, please give me your opinions. Thanks in advance for any and all comments. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290534325699&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLATBROKE313 Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 (edited) I would grab that,looks pretty clean and stock he say with upgrades but either way and has a 5 speed get it Edited February 19, 2011 by FLATBROKE313 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starquestG54B Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 that has been on and off ebay for the past year and still no sale so im guessing there is somthing WRONG with it. i think $2800 is a little TOO high but its up to you and we will be here when you need help fixing it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiplee Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 Yeah I would never pay that sight unseen for a 165K mile quest. You could be getting into a nightmare of a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starquestG54B Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 Yeah I would never pay that sight unseen for a 165K mile quest. You could be getting into a nightmare of a car. AGREED!BUT like i said. we are here to help you out when it breaks down so it is up to you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOFASTER Posted February 19, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 Well, I guess I'll skip that one. I don't want to buy one that is going to have huge problems right off the bat. And believe me, if I end up getting one, when it comes to repairs I will be very dependent on this forum to get it fixed. I am already amazed by the knowledge from people on this forum. We had a 1987 'Quest when I was in high school. It was the coolest car! I have always wanted to get another one, but most of them appear to be junkers. There are some amazing examples that are still around, but they are very few and very far between. I think I will continue looking....... Thanks, Jason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helrazr70 Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 Good choice. The car isn't $2800 worth of nice if you can't test drive and inspect it before bidding/buying. If you could inspect it and see all his receipts first you may find that much value in it. His description isn't detailed enough to warrant his asking price. I looks like it could se paint and engine detailing. The nicest thing about the car is the reupholstered seats. Keep looking I am sure the right one will pop up eventually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Dont Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 I think $2800 for that car would be a good deal if it drives/runs well and everything is straight/rust free. Go see the car and wave an offer in his face. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FijiPhil Posted February 19, 2011 Report Share Posted February 19, 2011 That looks like a very nice car to me. Its got the rare and desirable tan leather interior, Shp package, and a factory sunroof. If the car runs and drives well id say 2800 is a bargain. Let's say you find a car needing the seats reupholstered, an airdam, and "minor rust repair" but its only 1500, your going to spend much more than you saved just to get it looking as nice. Just my 2 cents If your interested id say get a flight out there and check it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89PalermoSHP Posted February 20, 2011 Report Share Posted February 20, 2011 If I was serious and had to make a flight, I would ask for a video of it running. If it was a good running car and had no rust I would certainly pay that for it. I love white/tan and the SHP to boot... go get it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patra_is_here Posted February 20, 2011 Report Share Posted February 20, 2011 2800 for that thing?? hmmm =/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Dont Posted February 20, 2011 Report Share Posted February 20, 2011 2800 for that thing?? hmmm =/ Ya we have all seen your car ;/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picklesgarage Posted February 20, 2011 Report Share Posted February 20, 2011 seen that thing on a couple times... question tho... whats with the "stripes" on that? i have part of those on mine and havent seen many with them. are they after market or something that was added at the dealer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAinsworth Posted February 20, 2011 Report Share Posted February 20, 2011 seen that thing on a couple times... question tho... whats with the "stripes" on that? i have part of those on mine and havent seen many with them. are they after market or something that was added at the dealer? I think it was a dealer option, maybe called a tarka kit???? I had a yellow 88 shp with the same striping, it was on the center part of the hood also.Jimmy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indiana Posted February 20, 2011 Report Share Posted February 20, 2011 Dealer had guys that came around selling add on parts and floor mats and stripe kits there are some common ones but that isn't one of them. Cars out there don't rust like here so why not go take it for a drive? Who sells that jackshaft kit? Sounds like I could use one of those on my trailer if its electric and remote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Komeuppance Posted February 21, 2011 Report Share Posted February 21, 2011 Last time I saw that car it was on the side of the freeway, broken down. That was about 2 or 3 years ago. A year later it was listed on craigslist for $400 maybe. -Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picklesgarage Posted February 21, 2011 Report Share Posted February 21, 2011 I think it was a dealer option, maybe called a tarka kit???? I had a yellow 88 shp with the same striping, it was on the center part of the hood also hmmm.... sounds like i'll have to do some more digging. didnt show up in the current parts list. maybe it will be in the old books. might have to look into it. what did the stripe on the hood look like? i like the ones on the front fenders down the doors but could live without the ones after the rear wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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