1986 DODGE (C/S) TURBO Z
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1986 Dodge Daytona Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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With subtle nods back to the Daytona race car, the 1986 Dodge Daytona hatchback is an impressive little street racer masquerading as a practical economy starter car. And by practical, we mean fun. In 1986, there was only the base and Turbo Z trims. While the rumbling monster turbo 2.2-liter, 146-hp engine remained unchanged, the base got a new engine, a 2.5-liter I4 that hit 100-hp. A 5-speed manual came standard, with optional 3-speed auto.
For the 1986 Daytona Turbo Z only, a special C/S Hangling Package was offered. Though he had no invovlement, the C/S stood for Carroll Shelby, and the package feaured a sports-tuned suspension, with performance struts and tires, bigger stabilizer bars in front and back, and Recaro sports seats.
The base model hatchback came standard with a radio this year, as well as a rear defogger and intermittent wipers. Power locks and windows were optional. A government required center brake light was also added to the 1986 Daytona. The Turbo Z featured racing stripes and Z badging on the taillights. Many owners bought the Turbo Z for its performance and handling, and the C/S package didn't disaapoint. The 1986 Daytona holds up well, say owners, and is also a popular car to modify.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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by Derek S
Nov 18, 2011
still isnt running yet bet from the specs i can tell its not a speed demon. the interior
is somewhat small and there is hardly any head room unless you take out the t-
tops and drive ace ventura style. the hatch does provide substantial cargo room
and if that's not enough the rear seats fold flat too. weighing in at only 2600 lbs.
its pretty damn light so not much power is really needed.Nov 18, 2011
by Anonymous
Feb 17, 2011
Not running yet. Needs a few things here and there. Once completed it will be a pretty fun car to drive. 4 cylinder turbo with a 5 speed manual transmission and t-tops. It's gonna be a great summer car. fo sho'Feb 17, 2011
by Chris G
Apr 08, 2010
Right now it's a basket case but with a little time and effort she'll be in top form and I'm shooting for 400hp. I don't think I'll have any trouble hitting that number. Yup soon, very soon. Oh back, red and black, white, blue, or silver and blue?Apr 08, 2010
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by Derek S
Nov 18, 2011
still isnt running yet bet from the specs i can tell its not a speed demon. the interior
is somewhat small and there is hardly any head room unless you take out the t-
tops and drive ace ventura style. the hatch does provide substantial cargo room
and if that's not enough the rear seats fold flat too. weighing in at only 2600 lbs.
its pretty damn light so not much power is really needed.Nov 18, 2011
by Anonymous
Feb 17, 2011
Not running yet. Needs a few things here and there. Once completed it will be a pretty fun car to drive. 4 cylinder turbo with a 5 speed manual transmission and t-tops. It's gonna be a great summer car. fo sho'Feb 17, 2011
by Chris G
Apr 08, 2010
Right now it's a basket case but with a little time and effort she'll be in top form and I'm shooting for 400hp. I don't think I'll have any trouble hitting that number. Yup soon, very soon. Oh back, red and black, white, blue, or silver and blue?Apr 08, 2010
by Douglas M
Feb 21, 2009
Daytona Turbo CS, 5-speed
It was not well-built, and lots of things broke over the 7½ years I had it, but it never stranded me, even when the transmission lost the use of some gears. For its time, acceleration and handling were strong, yet it was easy on gas if you weren't on the turbo a lot. The five-speed was a bit clunky at times. Chrysler couldn't be bothered to engineer a proper handbrake, so the car had four pedals on the floor. Dumb, but then again, most people bought automatics (even dumber). The seats were comfortable and held you in place in spirited driving. Hard launches required a good hold on the steering wheel to deal with the torque steer, even though the car had equal length halfshafts. My car was cursed from the day it rolled off the line - on a Friday afternoon. You know what people say about Monday and Friday cars. On top of that, it was signed off the line on April 1. Only months into owning it, it suffered thousands of dollars of hail damage. The aftermarket paint job was not very good, so the color faded. Tire wear was light, and I certainly enjoyed Driving the car. I would be remiss if I did not point out that the only time I ever had to add oil between changes was when one mechanic forgot to tighten the oil pan bolt. By the time the oil level started to get down, it was time for an oil change. The hatch was huge, especially with the rear seats (which were really parcel shelves at best) down. I was always amazed at what I could stuff back there, especially when I was moving. I think this car had the best sounding four cylinder engine exhaust burble that I have ever heard.Feb 21, 2009
by Joshua B
Dec 28, 2008
The performance of this car was held back by its own wieght. I had a bit of a problem with this car, cause it could smell my paycheck. The repairs on this one car over shadows all the repairs made on the rest of my past cars. And I have had a few. It did have a style all it own though, and I rarely see any anymore.Dec 28, 2008
by Jason I
Apr 22, 2008
This is what $500 gets you in 1992Apr 22, 2008
by Jason H
Apr 19, 2008
White w/ ground effects, I thought it was a beautiful car, and it was pretty damn fast too, for a 3 speed auto. 2.2 turbo 16 valve.Apr 19, 2008
by Anonymous
Apr 06, 2008
I have a 1986 Dodge daytona turbo z and the car shuts down power to the fuel pump and coil and fuel injectors, and come back 15 min later and the car will run fine. finally got so bad that it won't run no more, with out using a jumper wire. some one please help me i love this car but cant afford to take it to the shop. JethroApr 06, 2008
by William D
Mar 10, 2008
Terriffic example of MOPAR engineeringMar 10, 2008
by Jerad E
Feb 13, 2008
Good car til it caught on fire!Feb 13, 2008
by Dave M
Jan 30, 2008
1986 Dodge Daytona
Custom Paint-Patriot Red, Mettalic Red Flack in the black
Custom Wheels-American Racing
Engine Swap- Chyrsler 4cyl 2.5 Fuel Injected/ slight boreJan 30, 2008
by Matt C
Dec 31, 2007
Fast for its time (8.5 0-60mph compared to 8.72 for a 1986 porche 944) this car still turns heads for a 1986Dec 31, 2007
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1986 OR 87' DODGE DAYTONA,. AUTOMATIC,. ELECTRIC WINDOWS AND LOCKS, 2 DOOR,. HATCH BACK W/ REAR WINDOW, BLACL EXTERIOR BLACK INTERIOR,. RED LIGHTING FOR DISPLAYS ON DASH BOARD,. SHOWED WHEN AND WHICH CAR DOOR OR PART ON CAR WAS OPEN,. BUCKET SEATS,SUNROOF WINDOW. DESCRIBING BEST AS I CAN THE CAR I USED TO HAVE 20 YRS AGO,. I WAS 17 OR 18,. WAS LIKE BEING IN AN ARCADE,. PERFECT ADJUSTMENT FOR SEATING,. COMFORT AND STYLE. LOVE IT.
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I have a 1986 dodge daytona turbo..when I crank it up it won't sit and idle.when u give it gas it will sit and rev itself up and down.that's when its almost to the floor..any ideas on what's goin on?
I'm stumped..noone seems to be able to tell me what's goin on with it..even the garages..they get pissed and tell me to come get it..its drivin me crazy.
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Where is the fuel pump relay on my '86 base model dodge daytona?
My buddy and I believe that the relay switch on my '86 dodge daytona is bad, but we cant find it. I also cannot find a chilton manual specific enough to address this question. Any help?
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Bad transaxel
i HAVE A 1986 TURBO z WITH A BAD TRANS AND CAN'T FIND A good rebuilt or remanufactured trans axel any where and nobody rebuldes them in my area any sugestions . Has any body put in a V8 in on of these and how do I go about it? Jbouder@comcast.net
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1986 Dodge Daytona Pricing
Original MSRP
$9,439 to $11,727Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Roof
T-Tops: solid
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Audio System
AM/FM radio
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Roof
T-Tops: solid
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent