'91 vert questions
#1
Junior Member
![](https://www.rx7club.com/images/misc/05_year_icon.png)
Thread Starter
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: VA
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
'91 vert questions
I went and test drove a '91 vert today. It has 117,000 miles on it and has a clean carfax report. It is N/A and feels kind of sluggish. I had a '80 and then later an '88, it has been quite a few years ago but I think my stock '88 may have been quicker.
My questions are these:
Is the vert less powerful than the coupe (both N/A of course)?
Is $5,700 too much for a clean '91 vert (in Virginia)?
Lastly, I've searched but could not find a thread on this. What would be the least expensive mod that would increase my horsepower if I decide to get this vehicle?
Thanks,
Kermit
My questions are these:
Is the vert less powerful than the coupe (both N/A of course)?
Is $5,700 too much for a clean '91 vert (in Virginia)?
Lastly, I've searched but could not find a thread on this. What would be the least expensive mod that would increase my horsepower if I decide to get this vehicle?
Thanks,
Kermit
#5
Senior Member
![](https://www.rx7club.com/images/misc/05_year_icon.png)
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Posts: 414
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
The '88 came with 146 hp while the '91 has 160hp.
The vert is about 300 lbs heavier
Here in Texas $5,700 is high.
As mentioned getting rid of the cats will give you more power.
The vert is about 300 lbs heavier
Here in Texas $5,700 is high.
As mentioned getting rid of the cats will give you more power.
#6
knowledge junkie
![](https://www.rx7club.com/images/misc/10_year_icon.png)
Originally Posted by koukifc3s
The vert is a lot heavier than a coup, which makes it pretty slow.
And that's just partial exhaust, I haven't even done a cold air intake or streetport yet.
The fastest OEM NA (naturally aspirated - non turbo) coupe model is the GTU-S, but the rest of the NA coupes & convertibles are about the same power:weight.
The 1990-1992 verts are nice because unlike the S4 1988 or S5 1989 it has rear subwoofers (vs door subs) & full range speakers on the doors.
For $6500 it better be super imaculate. For $5700 I'd expect a clean inteior with no excessive rubbing/cuts on the seats. The top should be in good shape with no rips in the top's drain pockets (right behind the doors). The carpet should not be faded due to water damage. There should be no rust on the car or on the underbody (rust on the subrame or exhaust is normal). Check that there's no rust on on the licenseplate frame's top lip (an indication it was driven allot on salty roads). The suspension should feel nice & tight without excessive "swaying" on the hightway due to worn out swaybar end links & subframe end links. Shocks should still be in good shape.
Also make sure he has the original "hardtop bag" that protects the targa top when you pull it off and put it in the trunk.
Last edited by vaughnc; 09-22-04 at 11:43 AM.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Nosferatu
2nd Generation Specific (1986-1992)
7
09-05-15 02:13 PM