needing some advice on the V8 taurus

[fast4door]

well guys since i sold the blue 94 iv been thinking of getting a V8 SHO. i keep hereing that the V6's are faster but i dont think so iv been in one and it seemed to pull alright and i hear thars less matenence on them. what im wondering is what should i watch out for. all i heard was if i get one i need to get the cams welded for some reason just what i was told. i would be greatful on any info you can give me.

 

[stephen newberg]

Actually, I think the V6s do tend to be a touch faster stock.

What to look for? Same as on any used car, really. Low mileage, no accidents, suspension, engine and transmission working properly, body and interior in decent shape, good braking, and decent rubber. If the cams are already welded too, that is a bonus.

pax, smn

 

[luigisho]

What he said. I just went from a GenI to a GenIII. I like both very much but they are very different cars. The v-6 is faster stock to stock. The v-8 might be less maintenance and is more of a cruiser. I'm enjoying it so far and the resale is falling so you can get one on the cheap.

 

[Shakey]

I think from what I have experienced so far is that the Gen III has a more "refined" feel as compared to the first two generations.

One thing that I love about the Gen IIIs is their ability to be very comfortable for day to day driving.

 

[Wess]

If the cams aren't welded, than figure that cost into your purchase. Maybe even use that to leverage a better purchase price.

 

[SHO#7]

I agree that my Gen 1's and 2's that I have had were faster than my Gen 3's but the Gen 3 has a whole different style to it. This however is one of those topics that everyone will have a different feeling about. As far as the speed issue was concerned. I did not buy a Gen 3 for her speed. It is a classy car. And will go a little more "un-noticed". Good luck in whatever you decide. Buy what feels right to you.

 

[fast4door]

how can the V6 SH be faster i mean does the Gen III weigh more than them or is the torque diffrent i mean thares a 20 HP diffrents. i would think the Gen III would be a bit faster or have a better top end

 

[luigisho]

I'm not up on the weight difference. Since I went from MTX to ATX I have a real appreciation for losing torque/hp to the mushy auto tranny. I'm sure a little tweaking would get it close to a stock MTX (maybe better in some cases??). I've only had it a short time. On the flip side the overall ride is smoother and the exhaust note is much better. An almost different kind of machine. The hp rating is 235 vs 220 IIRC.

 

[Fast4SHO]

Check out http://www.shoforum.com/showthread.php?t=29922

A great thread on comparing the V6 and V8 cars.

 

[fast4door]

i think im gonna go with the V8 i had a V6 and loved it but high *** mileage. the Gen III is a lot more better looking inside and on out side in some causes and thares only 3 around here and all old men own them. all i have to is find one for 3K somwere cause thats all i have to spend for the moment.

 

[Glue Maker]

Good luck on that. They go for 6-9k here

 

[BodylessSHO]

Yeah, mine was 7300..Sweet car, though.I love the thing. Nice smooth ride, a good amount of get up and go, can take out most any ricer in a race.

 

[fast4door]

i just came across a 1986 mustang SVO in town for 3200 and with 68K on it. i love the sho but i dont think i can pass up a rare stang like that