8v Integrale

[Veg]

Looking at my first 8v integrale and I need some pointers to look at.

My main concenr is that it hasn't got the "ricaro" seats I have seen in the 16v but what look like the HF turbo seats.How do I tell it isn't a converted HF Turbo?

What differentiates the 165hp engine from the 185hp engine?

By the way it is one of the original RHD converted vehicles

[DumpTruck]

The 8valve engine is probaly more reliabe than the 16v.. one obvious thing to check is that its a 4x4!! and not a replica grale
seems odd its got non standard seats and RHD!!! I'd avoid it! There is a nice black 16v just listed here today for just over 5k maybe a better option

[DOOG]

Don't buy a RHD...

The steering is one of the best things about an integrale.. RHD conversions use a slower rack..

[Muzzlehatch]

Veg said:

Looking at my first 8v integrale and I need some pointers to look at.

My main concenr is that it hasn't got the "ricaro" seats I have seen in the 16v but what look like the HF turbo seats. How do I tell it isn't a converted HF Turbo?

Some 8V cars were delivered without the Recaro seats. Also, check the front suspension top mounts under the bonnet. The top bearing/nut should not be in the centre of the hole, but nearer the windscreen.

Veg said:

What differentiates the 165hp engine from the 185hp engine?

Bigger turbo, different engine internals.

Veg said:

By the way it is one of the original RHD converted vehicles

That would probably be a Mike Spence or John Whalley conversion. But it's always best to go for LHD, as the Fiat Regatta steering rack on the RHD cars is rather pants.

[Veg]

Holier than the pope and been stood for a considerable time. I reckon £2k to fix so I shall look at a better option.

Thanks for the help and will let you know