Just bought a gem of a Fiero (87 GT) Build it - or - Flip? (Page 1/2)
DimeMachine JUL 11, 08:54 AM
Stumbled on a decent deal for an 87 GT if pretty darn good condition for under $1500. Spent a few more hours back at the shop giving her a complete exam and firing it up.
Now for the hard part... Making a firm decision to either Build it or Flip it.

Thoughts??

Video - 87 Fiero Purchase, Build or FLIP?

https://youtu.be/3MOg_Hi8UOk

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84/87 NB, 3800SC, E-85, VS Cam, 2.8 Pulley, 4T65E-HD, HP Tuners, AEM Wideband, Regal GS Gauges, S-10 Brake Booster. 1/4 mile -11.85 at 114mph

sourmash JUL 11, 09:09 AM
Looks like the tail lights and quarter windows are in reasonably good shape. The fact that you're asking says you're leaning to working it over.
I'd flip it.
87_FieroGT JUL 12, 08:01 PM
Build it! Who needs to see another Corvette? Fieros are unique. Build something that will slay a C8 and look better while doing it.

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1988 Pontiac Fiero GT, Black w/Beechwood interior
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DimeMachine JUL 12, 08:37 PM

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Originally posted by 87_FieroGT:

Build it! Who needs to see another Corvette? Fieros are unique. Build something that will slay a C8 and look better while doing it.




I would like to - I really would like to go that route - but the C8 will be an easy 700 HP (before long) with a tranny and traction that will hold it.

The 3800 V6 when turbo'd puts out more HP than the 4t65e-hd will hold now that the tranny hard parts needed for SERIOUS 3800 HP are not available.

What engine - tranny combo can be put in the fiero that will hold 500 RWHP for not a super crazy amount of cash?

I am all ears brother!

Thanks,
Dime

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84/87 NB, 3800SC, E-85, VS Cam, 2.8 Pulley, 4T65E-HD, HP Tuners, AEM Wideband, Regal GS Gauges, S-10 Brake Booster. 1/4 mile -11.85 at 114mph

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sourmash JUL 12, 08:58 PM
An Audi 2.7tt V6 with only a rod change will withstand 500 easily. There's a couple of Audi trans models made for FWD only instead of AWD that will hold ok. One is for a diesel.
The LS4 and 4T80e from a Northstar is stout as well. Replace the shift solenoids. One of mine let go at 214k miles into the cage assembly.
cam-a-lot JUL 12, 09:01 PM
A Fiero will never touch a C8 for performance, but so what? Apples to oranges comparison...

Enjoy the car! Unique and beautiful
Lambo nut JUL 12, 09:54 PM

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Originally posted by DimeMachine:

Stumbled on a decent deal for an 87 GT if pretty darn good condition for under $1500. Spent a few more hours back at the shop giving her a complete exam and firing it up.
Now for the hard part... Making a firm decision to either Build it or Flip it.

Thoughts??

Video - 87 Fiero Purchase, Build or FLIP?

https://youtu.be/3MOg_Hi8UOk





I'd like to find one like that in the central Missouri area.
pmbrunelle JUL 13, 08:39 AM
Well what do you need two 3800 Fieros for?

I'd do something different with this one, or flip it.

Why don't you continue modifying your white Fiero if you want more speed?

Doesn't the Getrag F23 have a good reputation for holding itself together?
sourmash JUL 13, 09:23 AM

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Originally posted by cam-a-lot:

A Fiero will never touch a C8 for performance, but so what? Apples to oranges comparison...

Enjoy the car! Unique and beautiful



No it won't touch it overall. The best you can do is pick one trick where it can compete with or defeat it and be content with that. Straight line speed at a low cost is probably it.
Dennis LaGrua JUL 13, 10:14 AM

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Originally posted by DimeMachine:


I would like to - I really would like to go that route - but the C8 will be an easy 700 HP (before long) with a tranny and traction that will hold it.

The 3800 V6 when turbo'd puts out more HP than the 4t65e-hd will hold now that the tranny hard parts needed for SERIOUS 3800 HP are not available.

What engine - tranny combo can be put in the fiero that will hold 500 RWHP for not a super crazy amount of cash?

I am all ears brother!

Thanks,
Dime



The 4T65eHD transmission is pretty strong. Forum member Dark Horizon (Scott) had many10 and 11 second runs with it and eventually ran a 9.87 142 MPH 1/4 mile with one. I'm not even sure how of it was beefed up. For that type of performance he must be running 600-700 HP but he always impressed as a low budget man. Triple Edge Performance used to build performance 4T65eHD's but they now only sell upgrade kits. Build it up and have some fun with it.

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