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Jay S. Morris (J_saber)
Junior Member
Username: J_saber
Post Number: 78
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, March 23, 2003 - 10:00 pm: | |
I also love my 1982 Mondial. I personally like the Mondial over the restricted space of the 308. The Mondial's power plant is more than enough for everyday driving, which as I recall what the car was designed for. The car is not as slow as some make it out to be. If you're into tracking or going fast get a 308. The Mondial is a very fun car to own and drive and is one of the best designs to come out of Pin. The extra space is a plus, making it more practical. I use my car as an almost daily driver. There is a difference in the power of the QV but in a four seater you must ask yourself, does it really matter. I wouldn't buy a QV for a Mondial, it's a waste of money. If you want more power just go for the T. If you like it, get it, but don't pay more than $16,000. A loyal Mondial 8 Owner/Operator. LOL |
Tim Haines (Relo1)
New member
Username: Relo1
Post Number: 2
Registered: 10-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, March 23, 2003 - 9:26 pm: | |
I love my 1982. Tubi exhaust sounds great. I drive it yeaterday. Spring is finally here. |
djmonk (Davem)
Junior Member
Username: Davem
Post Number: 208
Registered: 1-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, March 22, 2003 - 7:04 pm: | |
My old 83QV should be up for sale soon. I traded it in on a Nissan Altima for my mom. Paid 19k for it a year ago an thats what they gave me on trade.
Pic is in in my profile. |
Greg (Greg512tr)
Junior Member
Username: Greg512tr
Post Number: 108
Registered: 2-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, March 22, 2003 - 12:30 pm: | |
I bought a Red/Tan '81 Mondial for $14K and traded it in for $12k. Spent about $2k in repairs in first year (fuse box, A/C). |
Brian Keegan (4redude)
Junior Member
Username: 4redude
Post Number: 80
Registered: 7-2002
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 11:58 am: | |
The Mondial 8 was introduced in 1981 as Howie said. A 1982 Euro version *could* be a QV as Europe got the QV models a year before they hit the states (1983). Check the VIN number or e-mail me and I can decipher it for you. |
Howie (Brokerofexotics)
Member
Username: Brokerofexotics
Post Number: 443
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 11:16 am: | |
Steve,
I believe you are correct. The Mondial 8 actually came out in 1981.
Howie |
Mfennell70 (Mfennell70)
Junior Member
Username: Mfennell70
Post Number: 103
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 10:45 am: | |
Thanks again guy.
Steve - check again. :-) NJ, USA. |
TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member
Username: Tifosi
Post Number: 3061
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:54 am: | |
really in perfect condition a non qv car should not bring more than 15k - there are 3.2 going in the twenties |
Steve Magnusson (91tr)
Intermediate Member
Username: 91tr
Post Number: 1534
Registered: 1-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:42 am: | |
Mfennell -- If you're not in the US, it could be a "1982 Mondial QV" (the "Mondial QV = 1983 model year" rule applies in the US, and probably a few other places, but not everywhere -- e.g., where date of registration defines "year").
PS A cyber-slap for you and all posters who don't indicate a location in your Profile -- would knowing your continent be too personal! |
Mfennell70 (Mfennell70)
Junior Member
Username: Mfennell70
Post Number: 102
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:28 am: | |
Oops. I coulda sworn I saw '82 as the first year QV in "Original V8". My mistake.
We'll go look at it anyway to see if she likes the bodystyle. |
Tillman Strahan (Tillman)
Member
Username: Tillman
Post Number: 470
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:27 am: | |
50K miles is not too bad, assuming the services are up to date. The mileage shows the car has been driven, and that's a good thing.
An 82 should not be a QV, but doublecheck the car to be sure. Mondials aren't popular and don't seem to sell quickly, so take your time in looking around and seeing what is available. Darker colors look better on the Mondial, IMHO
There's several for sale here, just as a starting point :http://cars.desertworld.com/
Also, you can get the complete history of the Mondial at http://www.ferrariusa.com/Mondial/index.asp |
djmonk (Davem)
Junior Member
Username: Davem
Post Number: 205
Registered: 1-2002
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:23 am: | |
Mfennell. The 82 is not a Quattrovalve, that arrived in 83. An 82 is the Mondial 8. The least desireable, worth maybe mid-teens if in good shape like any other car buy the latest one. A Quattrovalve could be found for similiar money perhaps.
Not sure where you are located but i do know an 82 yellow/tan here in Connecticut in mint condition that the owner poured 25k into the last yr. that he would sell for less.
E-mail me if interested [email protected] |
"The Don" (Mlemus)
Advanced Member
Username: Mlemus
Post Number: 3245
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:22 am: | |
The engine is not a QV it is the first generation FI which is rated @ 205. SSLLLOOOOWWWW |
Mfennell70 (Mfennell70)
Junior Member
Username: Mfennell70
Post Number: 101
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:21 am: | |
"You dont want that car"
Why not? |
TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member
Username: Tifosi
Post Number: 3058
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:17 am: | |
thought the years get screwy it is possible it is not a QV |
TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member
Username: Tifosi
Post Number: 3057
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:16 am: | |
82 red black 50k miles assuming services done and everthing checks out would go in the mid to possible upper teens |
Christopher Byrne (Scuderia512)
New member
Username: Scuderia512
Post Number: 15
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 9:08 am: | |
You dont want that car |
Mfennell70 (Mfennell70)
Junior Member
Username: Mfennell70
Post Number: 99
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Friday, March 21, 2003 - 8:39 am: | |
My girlfriend and I are hoping to go check out an '82 Mondial coupe (the ugly duckling!). Red/black. 50k miles. She has been wanting to replace her old VW Cabriolet and was thinking mid-80s SL Mercedes or 911 Cab. Then this car popped up. We could replace her mint '91 BMW 318is as the occaisional driver instead.
SO, are there any specific things I should worry about? '82s are first year QVs, right? Any issues with that? If she's really interested, we'll get a PPI, but there might be a few areas I can check out myself.
What's market price for this car these days, assuming maintenance up to date? It still has TRXs, BTW.
Thanks for any comments.
Mike |