1983 Toronado Diesel

[Michael S]

+121k miles - original engine
+good condition leather interior
+firm ride and handling package
+Bose sound system

Family owned since late 80s. Don't have the resources to bring it up to a better show car quality, and probably won't for some time. Would rather someone enjoy this car than have it parked most of the time. I also own an 89 and drive it daily, and a 78 which sits.

I think the rear struts need replacing, but other than that, the car feels tight and drives well.

I'm Portland area, middle of Michigan, between Lansing and Grand Rapids.

Mike @ 517-930-3533 or logans.pad@gmail.com

p.s. Asking $2200 to start...

[Twilight Fenrir]

Wow, a running diesel Toro... That's awesome

[Michael S]

Wow, a running diesel Toro... That's awesome

Yeah, thanks. It does have a unique sound for a car. I think the diesel is a really good engine as long as it is taken care of.

[Twilight Fenrir]

Wow, a running diesel Toro... That's awesome

Yeah, thanks. It does have a unique sound for a car. I think the diesel is a really good engine as long as it is taken care of.

They're great engines, as long as they're taken care of. Don't have a whole lot of power, but very reliable if you know how to care for them. And stupendous fuel economy... can get 40+ mpg out of the little things.

All the horrible things you hear about the 5.7 diesels came out of the pre '81 engines... 81 and on have near bulletproof bottom-ends. The cyl heads, and bolts still provided a few problems untill their discontinuation. But, after the first 3 years, next to nobody bought anything labeled "diesel". Especially from GM.

If you were a bit closer, I'd make an offer. but that's just a bit too far of a drive for me. Once again, best of luck if you haven't already sold it.