How long does a C4 last?
08-13-2012, 05:45 PM
#41
Heel & Toe
I don't think the Original Poster has a clue what TYPE of Car (toys) we are talking about here...
I'd rather push any of my Corvettes then drive a Honda or Toyota Lexus etc... BMW 500 or the Big Audi I could handle (no Mercedes)
For some of us cars are not just basic transportation
Bob G.
I'd rather push any of my Corvettes then drive a Honda or Toyota Lexus etc... BMW 500 or the Big Audi I could handle (no Mercedes)
For some of us cars are not just basic transportation
Bob G.
08-14-2012, 09:10 AM
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I love hearing all this. I guess I'm also not used to driving a car with a large aftermarket. It's good to know that as long as I'm willing to put the time and money into it, I can keep it alive.
08-14-2012, 01:51 PM
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c4 longevity
my 1990 L98 6SPD has 276k and runs strong,going to change out
the timing chain though.
the timing chain though.
08-14-2012, 02:35 PM
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08-14-2012, 03:18 PM
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174K on my 92 with minor inconveniences. 
08-14-2012, 06:09 PM
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08-14-2012, 09:03 PM
#52
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This is the most reasonable answer yet.
08-14-2012, 11:01 PM
#53
Melting Slicks
My 85 has 170,000 miles on her and has the original star wars dash and switches they have never given me any trouble.
Have just replaced the 350 with a fresh 383
All the bearings were good the bore was glazed to a mirror finish, hey i could have honed the bores and put new rings in and she would have done another 170.000 miles. but hey you would not do that to your car with performance in mind
My 85 is my toy she gets the good bits
08-15-2012, 10:56 PM
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Burning Brakes
If you're hitting 7K RPM, it's obviously not on the original motor.
08-16-2012, 06:12 AM
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My 88 has 106k miles on it now and I only put about 2k miles on it per year. I expect it to outlive me and Kathy both. 58/57
08-16-2012, 10:18 PM
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Le Mans Master
Hmmmmmm
My 85 has 170,000 miles on her and has the original star wars dash and switches they have never given me any trouble.
Have just replaced the 350 with a fresh 383
All the bearings were good the bore was glazed to a mirror finish, hey i could have honed the bores and put new rings in and she would have done another 170.000 miles. but hey you would not do that to your car with performance in mind
My 85 is my toy she gets the good bits
My 85 has 170,000 miles on her and has the original star wars dash and switches they have never given me any trouble.
Have just replaced the 350 with a fresh 383
All the bearings were good the bore was glazed to a mirror finish, hey i could have honed the bores and put new rings in and she would have done another 170.000 miles. but hey you would not do that to your car with performance in mind
My 85 is my toy she gets the good bits
08-17-2012, 12:27 AM
#59
Melting Slicks
It will last as long or longer than any Camry out there...(not a big Toyota fan). Treat it right. Take care of it and it will take care of you. American Small block V8s have been around for over half a century, and they will be around for centuries to come. Drive it and enjoy it!