tx77015_ls1

NOT my car but I would not mind owning this one. It looks good

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false

MY87LT

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I read that the S/E Firebird could have an Iron Duke as a credit but don't think the Berlinetta could. Maybe a typo on the seller?

82tarecaro

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I thought the Berlinettas had the retarded looking radio and digital dash?

MY87LT

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1984-1986 Berlinetta's had the digital dash and the swivel radio control pod. The 1982 to 1983 had a regular type dash and radio.

cIaRmOaCrZo

that car is sick...i dont care who you are, or what your into. there just arent many 3rd gens that look that stock, soft, and mild. sure everyone has to have at least one sexy beast in the stable, but you gotta have a car like that too.

chazman

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Pretty sure that you couldn't get anything below a V6 on a Berlinetta.

meangreen92

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i believe they did, that is the second one ive seen. I almost bought the twin to that, but hardtop. same options, wheels, everything. not nearly as clean though. I passed it up to buy my first bird(87 2.8)... I wish i had the money... fast-not by a long shot, cool, super clean and rarely seen-yes..

tx77015_ls1

That is one of the cleanest third gens i have ever seen. Ive been looking for a V8 in that price range, but I would consider this one. Only 50000 zsome miles too

I have a email into the for more info ans pictures

tx77015_ls1

I don't think its a berlinetta, I think its just a base sports coupe

MY87LT

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The base sport coupe and Berlinetta shared the same steering wheel for 82-83. Maybe that's why it seems like a base model?

tx77015_ls1

I got a email from the seller comfirming that it is a 4 cly. Here is the email and his contact info. I dont think i can pop on it but someone needs to get this one and preserve it. He sent me some more pictures email me and i send them to you.


Hi Jason,
Thanks for your email about the 1983 Camaro. I am sending you pictures of the engine and of the car without the t-tops. And yes, this is a 4 cyl engine. Let me know if I can answer any other questions for you.

Thanks,
Pat
(678) 230-5348

jcd

I emailed the guy about the car too. It really was just logistics that killed it for me. I don't have a thirdgen car yet and I want one. This looked like a unique way to get nice one...affordably, albeit probably damn slow. Here's a pic of the engine that was sent to me.

I asked a couple questions and he sent this to me:
We have had the car in the family for many many years. The engine was replaced about 5 years ago (it is a 4 cylinder), which is why the miles are as low as they are. The t-tops don't leak at all and the seals are in great shape too. There really isn't any rust on the car anywhere. We drove the car out from Oregon last year, so yes I'm confident in it making long drives as well.
Anyway, I'm still super curious about the car, but I don't really want to ask the guy any more questions and waste his time. So I guess my car search goes on, although it's probably on hold until spring now.

Jason E

Uh, the car is listed in the ad as a V6, and the engine in the pic is a V6...so who the hell thinks its a 4 cylinder????

89RS_82Z

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oh damn $2,000 and only 6 hours from my house

dang it, I may have to just buy another 3rd gen

jcd

The owner did. That's why I posted the pic he sent me along with his email response (in italics). Originally in the ad he mentioned it was a 4. I doubted it and asked for a pic.

MY87LT

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I4, V-6, or V-8, it's still a very nice and clean Third Gen.

Pillsbry10

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makes you wonder what else is wrong with the car if he doesnt know what motor is in it.

porkenstein

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I hate the looks but that is one of the cleanest of that year I have ever seen. tempting.

Bobby Suth

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unless there is somthing wrong with the body,ie. been in accedent or somthing,alot of people don't know what they got.They just tell you what they been told.I'd trade him 2 for 1

Pillsbry10

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if thats a carbed v6 which it appears to be dont bother with it

89RS_82Z

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IDK, I may be up that way in a week for another reason, I may bring cash with me and go look at it ....... still a clean low mile 28 year old Berlinetta ..... but do I really need 3 cars and a truck???

jcd

In the owner's defense he said it had been in the family, I believe his dad's. I'm guessing that's why he doesn't know many details. Maybe he inherited it and just wants it gone? I didn't ask. He did say that he drove the car from Oregon to Georgia last year, so that coupled with what appears to be a pretty clean car could make it a good buy for someone.

Jason E

The last thing that really excites me is a 2 bbl 2.8, but a Berlinetta for 2k??? Damn...