Valuating 1988 car (coupe, convertible, engines, prices)

[ukrkoz]

I am a little bit in predicament here. Have my sights on 1988 Merkur XR4-Ti, but can not find any "official" value to bounce off for it. KBB does not go that far back and there are like none for sale.

Are there places that do old cars values?

Thank you

[MckinneyOwnr]

1988 Merkur XR4TI 3 Door Hatchback Turbo Value, Prices & Specs | NADAguides | NADA 1988 Merkur XR4TI Book Value & 1988 Merkur XR4TI Market Price

Haven't seen one of those in ages.

[ukrkoz]

I know. That's why I have my sights on one. I am eccentric. Now no one remebers that those had fast turboed engines. I'll shave it, remove all badging, fix, and have some fun. Plus the guy got a custom motor and Mustang manual tranny in it. Upgraded turbo. Should be fun.

Thank you. Black Book, huh...

[duster1979]

Originally Posted by ukrkoz

Now no one remebers that those had fast turboed engines.

I'm guessing that most people don't remember Merkur, period.

[ntwrkguy1]

I remember the XR4Ti. I traded a '72 Cutlass convertible for one in early '92.

It was fun to drive, with the 2.3 turbo and the bi-plane spoiler on the rear window. But reliability was iffy, and parts were pricey, even in the early 90's.

It's a unique car, that's for sure. Just don't pay too much for it!

[flynavyj]

There used to be one parked in a hotel in Kansas City. I used to park there when leaving for trips with the airlines and saw that Merkur sitting there regularly. I always thought it was a cool looking car, and while people may not recognize it...you can tell it has "go fast" aggressive styling...

[topher5150]

They had the SVO/Turbo Coupe engine four banger. I worked wit a gal that her dad and brothers raced those cars

[GregW]

I would guess 3 to 5 grand if it is clean of ANY rust. Walk away if it has rust.

[CCc girl]

Mac Tools sponsored them in the SCCA circuit in the late eighties, I remember watching them race at Lime Rock CT.

Very hard to find parts for.

[highlanderfil]

I love the Euro Fords. I'd say try to look at completed eBay listings, but they may be few and far between. I'd say that in a non-spectacular condition it should be worth a couple of grand, based on experience.