85 mcClaren roadster on ebay

ckj · Post by **ckj** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 5:40 am

http://cgi.ebay.com/1985-Mercury-Capri- ... dZViewItem

He does have a spelling issue..

Sandy · Post by **Sandy** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 12:47 pm

Paint the hood vents red again, deep 6 that rear spoiler, fill the holes, repaint the deck lid, install the OEM Stereo and replace the wheels with the gold correct ones, and ya got a very nice example, at a reasonable price.

rlyons13 · Post by **rlyons13** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 1:36 pm

Sandy,

Don't forget you have to convert back to 4-lug if you want to use the original rims.

Sandy · Post by **Sandy** » Thu Jan 11, 2007 1:41 pm

I didn't notice that they were 5-lug. {{bummer}}

lightning95sc · Post by **lightning95sc** » Fri Jan 12, 2007 3:47 am

Sandy, if those things offended your senses, it gets worse. Did you notice its listed as an '85, but it has fuel injection, with a mass air conversion.

Now in your estimation, what is it worth? Chuck

Sandy · Post by **Sandy** » Fri Jan 12, 2007 4:36 am

I'd have to guess it's a replaced V-8
Value? Not going there, made enough enemies over time...

Post by **negusm** » Fri Jan 12, 2007 5:17 am

Well the engine swap is a toughie. The 85 automatics were CFI motors...and to most people they are a big detriment value wise as the CFI MUST be replaced.

If the car was in better shape (like 100% mint and untoyed with), the engine swap would hurt it. But being in need of work and a possible bargain for somebody who would be inclined to replace the CFI anyways...probably a bonus for them.

-Mike

lightning95sc · Post by **lightning95sc** » Sun Jan 14, 2007 2:54 am

Who did the engine conversion and what did it include? Do you have any additional pics of the interior and underneath the vehicle? Thanks, Chuck

THIS IS THE QUESTION I SENT THE OWNER A COUPLE DAYS AGO. BELOW IS THE REPLY I RECEIVED.

The car is factory original. Ford Motor converted the McClaren's. I do not have any more pics at this time. For more detailed info please call Larry after 3pm EST at 317-244-5807.
Thanks!

CHUCK