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Pampered-Z · 01-08-2006, 08:47 AM

I would suggest staying away from the early 3rd gens. Look for a 86 or newer TPI car, and not a TBI or carb car. The cars with carb's are more of a PITA to work on, and also more money to fix because there aren't many good used parts around, where TPI parts are everywhere.

305 or 350 shouldn't be an issue, they are only about 25HP difference, so neither engine should overpower a new driver. 350CI cars are all autos, 305s can have an auto or 5 speed.

My .02

JB

01-08-2006, 08:47 AM	#11
Pampered-Z Sliderule / Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Catawissa PA Posts: 2,294 iTrader: (1)	I would suggest staying away from the early 3rd gens. Look for a 86 or newer TPI car, and not a TBI or carb car. The cars with carb's are more of a PITA to work on, and also more money to fix because there aren't many good used parts around, where TPI parts are everywhere. 305 or 350 shouldn't be an issue, they are only about 25HP difference, so neither engine should overpower a new driver. 350CI cars are all autos, 305s can have an auto or 5 speed. My .02 JB __________________ 93Z M6 Black: The 385 Lives! Supercharged, 3-core front mount intercooler, GTP heads, 3:73's, Street twin clutch, Jethot Longtubes, Mufflex 4" catback/spintech, S+W cage, Spohn Suspenion, Yada Yada Yada 1) Build it 2) Race it 3) Break it 4) Repeat!!!