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1986 Pontiac Fiero 2m6 on 2040-cars

Year:1986 Mileage:70794
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United States

United States

 1986 Pontiac Fiero SE with approximately 70,000 miles, northwest owned and nearly always garaged. 2m6 (2.8L Six w/ 4-speed manual).

Very clean inside and out, no tears, no dents, just minor aging.  One sail panel is cracked, I have a replacement in box. 

Factory options include GT wing, GT gauges (oil pressure, volts), Cruise, AM/FM/Cassette w/ subwoofer (cone is torn), AC (still works), remote trunk release, delay wipers, tilt wheel.  Manual windows and locks.  Both headlights work. Upgrades include K&N air filter and high-output headlights. Cat replaced 3 years ago.  Temp gauge wiring mod applied- gauge no longer 'pegs' when switched on, and dash overtemp light works.  Transmission shifts easy, synchros work fine, and clutch works fine.  Factory maintenance and service manuals included, cover included (has a couple small holes), new brake pins & pads included.

Now the bad news- leaks a little oil at the axle seals, and exhaust manifold may have a small crack. Windshield has a crack extending across about 50% of it.
I just don't have the time, money, and room to keep it and tinker with it the way I'd like. 

Fun and fast, it's an absolute joy to drive-- you're connected to the road with all your senses, driving a sports car the way they were intended to be driven.  Super road feel at the wheel, lively response to the gas, and no ABS, no power steering, and no traction control taking away your fun.  It'll understeer until it decides to oversteer, it'll spin up the tires, and it'll put a huge smile on your face.  If you've never owned a Fiero you ought to try it!  Bonus: Washington State emission test no longer required for cars this old.

Terms: Pick up only, in the greater Seattle area.  Cash preferred.  Cashier's check ok but buyer must allow time for check to clear.  Car has current tabs and may be driven away.   Paypal deposit w/in 48 hours will hold the car for one week from date of deposit.

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eBay Find of the Day: 1967 Pontiac GTO Monkeemobile

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Bob Lutz sits down for Autoline Detroit - Click above to watch video after the jump
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