Project Budget Brick
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Project Budget Brick
I'm going to modify this post/thread as a make changes so this is mostly a placeholder.
Goals to match or exceed the performance, mileage, style and usability of my previous car for less money. Be 100% E85 Compliant and able to be tuned to take advantage of Ethanol Fuel.
Car: 1991 Volvo 940 Turbo
Engine: B230 Ft
Engine Management: Bosch LH 2.4
Turbo: mitsubishi TDO4HL-13T
Transmission: Asin Warner AW71 4 speed auto
Axle: DANA 30, with "Powr Lok" diff
Stock Power: 168hp 195 LbFt
Purchase Price $400 Cash
Items Repaired
MAF to turbo hose $45
Turbo to IC hose $38
HVAC surround $2
Antenna $2
Fuel Filler Door $0
Items Added
Boost Controller $9 Shipped
Maintenance Performed
Oil change 168,000 miles $18
Transmission Fluid flush $30
Clay bar paint $5
Wax $5
Goals to match or exceed the performance, mileage, style and usability of my previous car for less money. Be 100% E85 Compliant and able to be tuned to take advantage of Ethanol Fuel.
Car: 1991 Volvo 940 Turbo
Engine: B230 Ft
Engine Management: Bosch LH 2.4
Turbo: mitsubishi TDO4HL-13T
Transmission: Asin Warner AW71 4 speed auto
Axle: DANA 30, with "Powr Lok" diff
Stock Power: 168hp 195 LbFt
Purchase Price $400 Cash
Items Repaired
MAF to turbo hose $45
Turbo to IC hose $38
HVAC surround $2
Antenna $2
Fuel Filler Door $0
Items Added
Boost Controller $9 Shipped
Maintenance Performed
Oil change 168,000 miles $18
Transmission Fluid flush $30
Clay bar paint $5
Wax $5
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Books and Records
One Advantage off buying a luxury car used is the first couple owners usually do a good job of maintaining the vehicle.. so on the REALLY used market a car can be found for say $400 with complete original Books and records. I'll post a Log of the maintenance when i gather it here.
