Input on 85' GN

[Skelbow]

Looking into buying a 85' GN.

Could someone explain the dif between 85' and 87'?

I know the 87's were the fastest, but could I change the 85 over if I wish? Should I hold out for a 87 GN or just go with the 85?

Thx.
-Cory

 

[thomas_quinn]

I know someone will say use the search feature as this comes up alot. Basicly 84-85 are fuel injected non intercooled. 86-87 are intercooled they use different intakes and the 86-87 turbo flows more. They have intercooler kits for hot airs. If you can get a good deal on the 85 then go for it they might not be as fast as a 86-87 stock but have as much potential as your wallet allows. Good luck.

 

[Little6pack]

Why change over if you can just get the 86/87?

Don't get me wrong I looked at an 85 & it did go OK but my 86 was that much better in feel.

 

[Skelbow]

thanks for the input.

Starting to read over the site and it seems most say to hold out for the 86-87 aswell.

Bummer.

 

[gn85]

Been there, done that..

I have an 85 that I wasn't extremely happy with. Possibly due to bad luck with all the misfortune. But after one too many misfortunates, I came across an 87 that had been hit hard and decided to do the swap. Looking back at it, I'm glad I did it. It was a lot of work. But if I had to do it again, I think I would go ahead and hold out for an 86-7.

Granted, for not too much money one can be had that is in fair to reparable shape. You're still going to pay a pretty coin for something that is low mile/good condition. Unless you're lucky.