2 question about my bonneville se 1987

Parley with regards to your 1987 to 1991 Bonneville, Olds 88, Olds 98 86-90 or Buick Le Sabre, Le Sabre T-Type and Park Avenue 85-90 . Please use General Chat for non-mechanical issues, and Performance and Brainstorming for improvements.
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jasonmerhej
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2 question about my bonneville se 1987

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it need a new transmission and interior etc ... overall it will cost me to fix it 2500$ i really love this car so plz help me .

1)im a bit confused. is it worth it ? cz i want a fast car but i love this one.

2) can i have some pics or idea on body kits for this car ? i want to instal a sport body kit and leave the classic interior and when i make money again ill start with the performance
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Post by RJolly87 »

You can get a 92-99 for that money, supercharged even if you are not too picky.

Is it worth it? Thats up to you. Thinks to consider are the condition of the rest of the car, and why you are sticking with this example. $2500 into the car puts you in to the labor of love category, and is likely money that you will never see again.

Body kits: There is no aftermarket parts, so everything will be custom. Also look at other examples, such as the 88-91 SSE, which is arguably better in all respects, and can likely be had for the same money.
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Want my opinion? Series 2 swap! You get fast, and you get to keep your car! It's a bit of work, but totally worth it.
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Post by Backhoe »

I feel you on the 87-91 series, i still miss mine. For $2500 though, something like this would git'up! S2 FTW!

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Post by Djkthegame »

jasonmerhej wrote:it need a new transmission and interior etc ... overall it will cost me to fix it 2500$ i really love this car so plz help me .

1)im a bit confused. is it worth it ? cz i want a fast car but i love this one.

2) can i have some pics or idea on body kits for this car ? i want to instal a sport body kit and leave the classic interior and when i make money again ill start with the performance
I have an 87 le now and you can get a reliable jy trans for 150-300 most of the time with seals new fluids and any motor mounts you might need u can do that all yourself for 500 or so.
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B III-1987 Bonneville LE (burgundy) 7/22/10 -- Gone to Heaven
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