Head gasket question

Asked by jkn May 11, 2013 at 12:03 PM about the 1989 Toyota Supra 2 dr Hatchback turbo

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I am looking at buying an 89 supra with 68k original miles. I am worried about the head gasket problem. Is it too late to fix the head gasket now before it creates problems, or is the problem already there? I do not believe this was ever done on the car thus far.

3 Answers

2,925

The 7MGE is problematic because from the factory, head bolts were only torqued down to 60 lb-ft. If it hasn't blown the head gasket yet, it isn't too hard to do. There are plenty of write-ups on how to replace the head gasket on the internet. Just find one and follow the steps, stopping short what you need to do to remove the head. Then, tighten the head bolts in the appropriate pattern to 75 lb-ft of torque.

3,915

Do a 2JZ-GTE swap, ad a HUGE turbo and water injection for 1000Hp. Only way to go.

I agree with josh. Unless your conserving money then a simple 1uzfe swap can be achieved for about 2k if u do your own work. 300hp 300 torque if equiped w dual vvti

Your Answer:

Supra

Looking for a Used Supra in your area?

CarGurus has 550 nationwide Supra listings starting at $34,990.

ZIP:

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

1989 Toyota Supra

Review another car

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Stephen Sidman
    Reputation
    180
  • #2
    James Hayman
    Reputation
    100
  • #3
    Matt Huber
    Reputation
    80
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Chevrolet Corvette
693 Great Deals out of 12,039 listings starting at $4,995
Used Ford Mustang
895 Great Deals out of 24,130 listings starting at $1,800
Used BMW M3
52 Great Deals out of 1,133 listings starting at $10,900
Used Chevrolet Camaro
549 Great Deals out of 10,090 listings starting at $2,000
Used BMW 3 Series
1,072 Great Deals out of 13,280 listings starting at $955
Used Porsche 911
337 Great Deals out of 3,679 listings starting at $16,900

Used Cars for Sale

2024 Toyota Supra For Sale
187 listings starting at $49,133
2023 Toyota Supra For Sale
36 listings starting at $45,495
2022 Toyota Supra For Sale
9 Great Deals out of 102 listings starting at $37,978
2021 Toyota Supra For Sale
11 Great Deals out of 105 listings starting at $34,990
2020 Toyota Supra For Sale
7 Great Deals out of 74 listings starting at $37,999

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.