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1987 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo Lets Its Suzuki Show Through: Craigslist Find

Before Geo became a (failed) thing, Chevrolet had no issues passing off Suzuki as a bowtie-badged vehicle. That isn’t more apparent than the Chevrolet Sprint, itself a Suzuki Cultus.

The United States received the Suzuki-turned-Chevy in three different trimmings: a base Sprint, an ER and, finally, the Turbo. We’ve stumbled upon a unique treasure chest today: three 1987 Chevrolet Sprint Turbos are up for grabs on Craigslist.

The seller states the main, white 1987 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo has been a daily driver, and remains stock. The other two have been put aside as parts cars, and wear red paint hues.

While each Chevrolet Sprint was powered by the same 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine, the Turbo added exactly what it sounds like it did: a turbocharger. Power was boosted from 48 hp to 71 hp, and the turbo brought 107 lb-ft of torque to the party. It may sound insignificant, but the 1987 Sprint Turbo tipped the scales at merely 1,620 pounds.

Obscure? You bet. Japanese? Totally. Classic? Certified as it has already celebrated its 25th birthday. This Chevrolet is jassic.

Former GM Authority staff writer.

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  1. I would like to know if you are selling chevrolet sprint 1987?

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  2. I have a turbo sprint as well. Do you know where I can get parts?

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  3. vivo en New York quiero o busco para comprar un carro Chevrolet sprint 1987 pero que se encuentre dentro de los Estados Unidos y que este en buenas condiciones motor trasmisión y latas mi número es 347 517 2519 Jorge
    5/23/2020
    gracias

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  4. Are you selling this car.? I’m very interested.

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    1. I currently own it and yes it is for sale.

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  5. I currently own this car and it is for sale.

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  6. You is nice I have a1987 Chevy sprint it runs yes but needs some tlc I can’t afford .I want to sell it any suggestions

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    1. What state are you in?

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      1. Kansas

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    2. I have this 87 Chevy Sprint 4dr.suzuki engine 3cylinder,I am looking for a converter for it and a battery its red I will try show pictures this time.i might consider selling if offered a good price.before it snows.

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  7. Kansas My dad drove it from Cali he lived in Lawrence,ks years ago

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  8. Hello, can you call or text me please. I’m interested in the sprint! 916 912 8971. Mike.

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  9. Just tried to call ya mike this Linda W/1987 sprints original Suzuki 3 cylinder engine just tried to see how alittle elbow wax shine would look like …bling..lol wow

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  10. I learned to drive in an 89 sprint also learned how to rebuild an engine with the same car cause a quart low on oil tends to seize the rings on the #2 piston . Would love to have another squirrel powered car .

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  11. Interested in the Suzuki if it’s still for sale. Please contact me. I’m in Missouri so not far 🙂

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  12. Is this sprint still for sale?

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