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My new ride - $200 Turbo Brick

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Just wanted to hi to everyone! I'm picking up an 89 740 Turbo Wagon, aka Turbo Brick, and figured I'd show her off. :D






Needs some work. But after about $600 in parts (including new wheels since the previous owner wants to keep them), it should be really reliable and fun to drive!
 
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Re: My new ride - $200 Turbo Brick (George@Swedespeed)

I have always liked those Turbo wheels. When my parents bought a brand new 740 GLE back in 1986 I wanted them to get the 740 Turbo instead just because of those wheels, LOL. I was in the 3rd grade then...http://********************/smile/emwink.gif



-Drew
 
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Re: My new ride - $200 Turbo Brick (Drew@Swedespeed)

quote:

I have always liked those Turbo wheels. When my parents bought a brand new 740 GLE back in 1986 I wanted them to get the 740 Turbo instead just because of those wheels, LOL. I was in the 3rd grade then...http://********************/smile/emwink.gif



-Drew
I dig that add http://********************/smile/emthup.gif
 
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Re: My new ride - $200 Turbo Brick (Poritz)

The previous owner slid on some ice around a left hand turn and hit a curb. The only body damage is barely visible: slight bend of the bottom of the rocker/fender where the wheel hit.

The wheels in the picture are staying w/the previous owner to be used on his 240 wagon.

The interior is a little rough. But that's not as important as being mechanically sound and rust free. The leather is starting to crack up front. I'm most likely going to replace it all when I finally get my industrial sewing machine. Along w/recovering the Recaros in my Rabbits.

George, the Volvo scene in Pittsburgh is mediocre. I'll have to see what I can do to increase that. :D
 
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Re: My new ride - $200 Turbo Brick (George@Swedespeed)

Yah, I hate that. I haven't made it yet to a Waterfest, and not sure about this year. I guess if I get my GTD done, I'll head out w/my friend Joe (RabbitGTDGuy on the 'tex). Otherwise, I'm gonna go the the VGP and take my Volvo. :D
 
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