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Found a '92 Lsi
hey, im new to the site, so bare with me
Ever since i saw a black SVX sitting in a jewel parking lot one day, I've been wanting one of my own. Up until now, ive had my heart set on a muscle car, but the winters in the Chicago area make that almost impossible without having a car for winter. So I figured a nice SVX would be my solution. After quite a lot of looking, I have found a 1992 SVX Lsi. It is listed as being in good shape and running, but needing a transmission. After reading up, I found out this was quite a common problem. I need to know your opinions- Is it worth the $2,250 they are asking for it? What other problems should I look for? How many miles are too many? How much will parts be to rebuild the transmission? (I have a good adult friend whose a master mechanic, so neither labor nor know-how are really problems) I'd love to hear from you guys |
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I can come out and have a look at the car for you.
It's a 92 LS or LS-L BTW. LSi were not introduced till 94. Lwin
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Lwin M. Maung (Member # 147) Current SVX: • NONE Previous SVXes: •1994 LE Barcelona Red 107k • 1992 LS-L Pearl White 143k • 1994 LSi Bordeaux Pearl 220k • 1992 LS-L Ebony Pearl 184k • 1992 LS-L Liquid Silver 145k • 1992 LS-L Liquid Silver 102k • 1992 LS-L Ebony Pearl 123k Other current cars:•2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Black If at first you don't succeed, CHEAT!
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Also don't forget to look into the option of switching to a 5spd. Take a look at the cost of an auto tranny rebuild and weigh that against a 5spd update.
Depends what you like better.
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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a five speed conversion(with a good mechanic) will cost you around 4k total. It IS WORTH IT. Contact brian@smallcar.com if you are intersted
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~Phil Teal 1992 Subaru SVX Turbo - Sold in May 2011 to peace-frog. |
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value at $2250????
My 92 green pearlie cost me $1300 usd on ebay and needed a transmission.[128K miles]
I repaired that and everything else is mechanically perfect: there are a few dings and there is leather wear on the seats but 2200 should get you a running car Check eBay, there are two there with good auto transmissions for about the same money. Good car, bad trans should not be much over 1500$ maybe less with luck. Trans rebuilds/5 speed conversion will ease you out of $2500-$4000. without much difficulty Hotshoe |
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I just bought a 92 Pearlie LS L with 97000 miles for 2150. Had trans rebuild 20k miles ago (had a 50k mile warranty but not transferable), strong running engine, and STEBRO exhaust system already installed. AC compressor going out and a couple minor dents as well as bad hood lift cylinders and a cracked turn signal lens. Interior in good shape. So I agree you should get it for less.
I have another 92 LS L with a slipping trans (still runs most of the time except when trans hot) that I would sell for less than that. But am not in any hurry. First, I want to fix the rack on it--leaking. It is black and has an aftermarket spoiler (high) that young people love. I don't care much for it. Lee SVXx4 Last edited by lhopp77; 03-09-2003 at 11:43 AM. |
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Replacing a transmission with a suby remanufactured auto transmission (at the dealer) will run about $2500 - $3000.
Tapper |
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other than trans
you guys all seem to think that this is TOO expensive with a bad transmission- i thought just the opposite. Would it be worth it if the miles were low / body was perfect / interior mint, etc? Or would that $2250 still be a little high?
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Re: other than trans
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Lwin M. Maung (Member # 147) Current SVX: • NONE Previous SVXes: •1994 LE Barcelona Red 107k • 1992 LS-L Pearl White 143k • 1994 LSi Bordeaux Pearl 220k • 1992 LS-L Ebony Pearl 184k • 1992 LS-L Liquid Silver 145k • 1992 LS-L Liquid Silver 102k • 1992 LS-L Ebony Pearl 123k Other current cars:•2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Black If at first you don't succeed, CHEAT!
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