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#21 of 536 Part out or Fix by crankshaft Mar 27, 2005 (6:35 am)
Several months ago my 91 cougar with 3.8L(84k)blew its head gasket.The #3 cylinder received a good dose of coolant.The engine did not seize or overheat.The body is in very good condition,many new parts were installed prior to the disaster.I do not know whether is is a good investment to fix this thirteen year old vehicle or sell it for parts.These engines are known for doing this and I fear it would happen down the road again.I would appreciate any feedback. Replies to this message: wtd44 (Mar 27, 2005 11:25 am) crankshaft (Mar 27, 2005 1:26 pm) wtd44 (Mar 28, 2005 9:17 am) crankshaft (Mar 28, 2005 6:31 pm)
#22 of 536 doubtful by Mr_Shiftright HOST Mar 27, 2005 (9:38 am)
The car has such little value, it would be difficult to justify---unless all else is perfect and the miles aren't too high. But the cost of repair will exceed the value of the car. Probably you could just go out and buy another '91 cougar in nice shape for less. I'd say don't do it unless you do all the work yourself and you need "garage therapy". Replies to this message: dodgekbad (Apr 01, 2005 7:40 pm) Mr_Shiftright (Apr 01, 2005 9:24 pm) dodgekbad (Apr 04, 2005 5:36 am) wtd44 (Apr 02, 2005 7:04 am) dodgekbad (Apr 02, 2005 3:33 pm)
#23 of 536 Agree by isellhondas Mar 27, 2005 (11:03 am)
Some cars are "one major event" from being basically totalled.
#24 of 536 I'm curious... [crankshaft] by wtd44 Mar 27, 2005 (11:25 am)
Replying to: crankshaft (Mar 27, 2005 6:35 am) You might even consider a junkyard engine swap, but as Mr. Shiftright says, you gotta need garage therapy to stand it. You mentioned parting it out-- would you do that yourself, or were you referring to selling the unit to a wrecking yard?
#25 of 536 quite a problem by Mr_Shiftright HOST Mar 27, 2005 (11:49 am)
It really has so little value. A wrecking yard might take it for free but wouldn't give you anything...well, maybe if you drove it there, $35 or something.   parting it out doesn't make sense, either. What are you going to do with a partial car in your driveway?   So to be realistic about it, you either have to fix it yourself or give it to a kid or something to fix up.
#26 of 536 Re: Part out or Fix [crankshaft] by crankshaft Mar 27, 2005 (1:26 pm)
Replying to: crankshaft (Mar 27, 2005 6:35 am) thanks for the input.i can do some repairs but engine swaps and head gaskets are a little too much for me.bad thing is i had month old tires on it when it quit.i am going to put it up for sale,cheap.hopefully,someone with the skills and patience might find it worthwhile. Replies to this message: wtd44 (Mar 28, 2005 9:17 am) crankshaft (Mar 28, 2005 6:31 pm)
#27 of 536 yep by Mr_Shiftright HOST Mar 27, 2005 (8:27 pm)
there you go. That is a sensible approach I think given the value of the car and the severity of the problem. You never know what you're going to find when you open an engine.
#28 of 536 Here's a thought: [crankshaft] by wtd44 Mar 28, 2005 (9:17 am)
Replying to: crankshaft (Mar 27, 2005 1:26 pm) Why not sell the nearly new tires at a reduced price, and the deal is the buyer must also take the car they are on! Uuuuuuuuuuh... just a... thought. Replies to this message: crankshaft (Mar 28, 2005 6:31 pm)
#29 of 536 Re: Here's a thought: [wtd44] by crankshaft Mar 28, 2005 (6:31 pm)
Replying to: wtd44 (Mar 28, 2005 9:17 am) like if you use your supermarket card,buy four slightly used tires get car free(after rebate???)
#30 of 536 Eureka! by wtd44 Mar 29, 2005 (7:48 am)
That's it!

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