A Real Mera in Paradise (Page 673/713)
dartrav AUG 05, 07:42 PM
Also have a line on a certified stock 88 mera, thoughts on it's value?
Larryinkc AUG 05, 10:10 PM

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Originally posted by dartrav:

Also have a line on a certified stock 88 mera, thoughts on it's value?



Here's a link to the Mera that recently sold on ebay if you didn't see it. I have an 88 also and it would take way more that that to buy it but it seems that not very many people are aware of what a Mera is and they aren't willing to pay very much any that come up for sale.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/19...dt=true&rt=nc&_trksi d=p2047675.l2557
dartrav AUG 06, 07:57 AM

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Originally posted by Larryinkc:


Here's a link to the Mera that recently sold on ebay if you didn't see it. I have an 88 also and it would take way more that that to buy it but it seems that not very many people are aware of what a Mera is and they aren't willing to pay very much any that come up for sale.

[URL=https://www.ebay.com/itm/1988-Replica-Kit-Makes-MERA-Rare-5-SPEED-3800-SUPERCHARGED-w-Upgraded-Interior-/302807846298?hash=item4680c10d9a%3Ag%3AFtsAAOSw8e5a1Vpw&vxp=mtr&nma=true&si=%252BOKNTTrDWImvn6DskAvcHvkBWyI%253D&orig_cvip=true&nordt=true&rt=nc&_ trksi]https://www.ebay.com/itm/19...dt=true&rt=nc&_trksi[/URL] d=p2047675.l2557



I found this one that recently sold in California as well for $15,900.

http://www.desertauto.com/v...-PONTIAC-FIERO-MERA/

Would $16k for a rust free model in excellent condition and an upgraded engine be the retail market?
hnthomps AUG 06, 08:55 AM

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Originally posted by dartrav:

Also have a line on a certified stock 88 mera, thoughts on it's value?



In addition to the ones that I own, I know of at least one other 1988 Mera that may be for sale at this time. Ship me a PM if you want more info on it.

Nelson

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Rexgirl AUG 06, 03:10 PM
Nelson's cars are very nice and would be a better value than the red car in your link. There are usually one or two very solid Mera's available each year, found on this forum. I know of one myself.
bjc 350 AUG 06, 05:40 PM
Well, about two months ago a guy in Seattle area had a nice 88 Gt for sale as well as a Ferrari kit with a 4.9 in it. The weakness was that the trans was somewhat messed up. It had a very nice replica Ferrari interior , great wheels, nice paint. Once the 88 GT sold it appears he took the Replica off the market. I was watching closely, because I thought it was a good buy at $9500. I just didn't have the room.
bjc 350 AUG 06, 05:41 PM
Sorry, my first ever double post??!

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dartrav AUG 06, 09:08 PM
Thanks for the continued info, I really appreciate all the help from the entire forum. I've been getting a ton of feedback from folks all over the map.

I'll try to see if I can find the posts to have a look. Yes, $9500 does sound like a good buy. I'm not afraid of doing some work, in fact, I expect I will do some even if I get a daily from someone. My expertise and experience are with mechanics and electronics. I'd prefer ( but don't require) that the body and interior be pretty much good to go.

I've bumbled into a bit of luck. Nelson has one of his personal stock in Georgia being painted. He's graciously offered to let me go over and have a look. I haven't seen one in person yet.

I'm going to go out hopefully in the next couple of days and take a look at one of Nelson's, live and in the flesh.

THANK YOU, NELSON!!!!!!!



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Originally posted by bjc 350:

Well, about two months ago a guy in Seattle area had a nice 88 Gt for sale as well as a Ferrari kit with a 4.9 in it. The weakness was that the trans was somewhat messed up. It had a very nice replica Ferrari interior , great wheels, nice paint. Once the 88 GT sold it appears he took the Replica off the market. I was watching closely, because I thought it was a good buy at $9500. I just didn't have the room.



dartrav AUG 09, 08:25 AM
An update on our search for a father-son car.

My son and I reviewed all the options we'd found last night. Somewhat surprisingly, I think he'd rather get something that needs MORE work, rather than less, but we're still talking through it.

We're hoping to see our first MERA in person in the next two weeks or so.

We're planning to look at a couple of Fiero kit cars over the next week as well.

I'd still love to hear from folks on a couple of points specifically.

1. Fiero kit vs MERA
1A 308/328 kit vs 355

2. Is a V6 plenty of engine or is there substantive benefit to a V8 besides maybe a track day here and there Obviously the work to put in a V8 is extensive having to touch frame, suspension, brakes, fuel pump, battery relo, etc. but if I'm buying with a v8 am I really getting anything besides a few more ponies when I can use them and higher fuel and insurance cost?

3. 87 vs 88 - I think have a good handle on the difference but it seems to me that if I'm willing (which I am) to make mods (suspension, power items, etc) then I really shouldn't care

4. Power Steering - I've read arguments for and against. Should I put it in / leave it in? I read some people like it and some don't, is that the end of the discussion?
Rexgirl AUG 09, 03:24 PM

Many people on Pennocks have felt that if you can buy a car where much of the repair/renewal work has been completed you will be better off, even if the purchase price is higher. Starting with a reliable base makes modifying/personalizing your car much more enjoyable. There are too many Fiero projects sitting unfinished that end up becoming parts cars. Executing just some of the mods you've mentioned should give you ~plenty~ of Father-Son work.

As every kit are made from molds that trace their beginnings to a Mera, kit quality suffers. Many kit's molds were made from other kits. And there were corners cut to keep the profits higher such as thinner or sprayed fiberglass. The highest quality bodies are Mera's.

Probably the engine swap that brings the most joy is the 3800 S/C swap. Not a lot of added weight over the stock engine is also a benefit.