92Q45 w/ siezed eng and front driver smash, will 90Q bodyparts & eng fit?

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rk4tots
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I have a decent '90Q45. The interior is tan and the seats are cracked. There's a '92 in a salvage yard with a smashed front bumper and fender on the driver's side. The motor is also siezed. However the interior is cream and is totally intact. Wondering if my '90 fender, bumper, and hood will fit the '92 (both pearl white). They look pretty similar, but I haven't had them side by side. Would need to swap engines. What won't swap? Was thinking of offering $500, sound right?Will the '92 interior all swap over the '90?


MiniMan
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90-93 Q45s should be completely compatible with each other. I believe there are some small difference between 90s and 93s as evolution goes... but yes, the body parts should fit as well as the engine. Though make sure the engine has the chain guides replaced as that is a $1200+ job to have them replaced. If they fail you will undoubtedly need to replace the engine yet again.

Don't forget the costs of labor, etc. Unless you can do it yourself or w/ friends, you're looking at a hefty bill.

All the best.

Corey

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PalmerWMD
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Corey is right.Body panels are interchangeable 90-93.Engines/drivetrains are also bolt on.

Some minor ECUt/TCU differences do exist but are no problem if you get the set form the drivetrain you are putting in.

Fred..:)


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