I shouldn't. But if I did...

[thesameguy]

https://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/ ... 25755.html

... where are the problem spots?

[John Brennan]

Rust, bodywork, electrical components. If you have the time and a place to put it, it's a nice project, and the car is a pleasure to drive. Best back seat... evar!

[my8950]

Do they really have a limited slip?
I thought the rear was the same in these as an XR4ti...

[andyofcolumbusmerkur]

One of many Merkur fallacies.

[thesameguy]

A friend's mom had one in high school, and the only thing I specifically remember about it was that it was Unhappy carrying four people up multi-thousand-foot grades in the foothills. But I live in the valley now, so it's pretty flat.

I think I gotta go check it out. I'm not worried about rust here in California, but any specific warnings on electrical systems prone to issues?

I'm a little worried about the body damage... it's probably unfixable.

[my8950]

Depending on what and how much of body damage, I have a parts car.
If you decide to go with it and then care to fix the parts, I may have what you need.
Just putting it out there.

[thesameguy]

Thanks! The last time I saw a Scorpio around here was probably 20 years ago!

[merkurdriver]

Do they really have a limited slip?
I thought the rear was the same in these as an XR4ti...

No limited slip from the factory.
Yes, same diff as an XR.

[thesameguy]

I didn't end up doing this... as much as I'd like to have a Scorpio, in the end I determined I just don't need a Scorpio that needs body work. I'm sure I'll regret it someday...

Instead I bought a Saab that needs body work.



"Bought" is a strong word, but it encapsulates the concept.