100k DeLoreans

[Citizen]

I have been trying to keep track of converted/modified DeLoreans for a while now. Things like BTTF conversions, engine swaps, painted cars, RHD, wrecked, tan interiors, all of Rich W.’s cars, and the like.

Now, I’m interested in knowing how many cars may have over 100k miles on them. I think Ian Y.’s cross-country trip got me interested (22k miles in a few months). So, does anybody on here have a car with more than 100k miles on it and care to reveal that? Or know the VIN of anyone else’s car that does?

Would anyone else be interested in knowing this kind of statistic?

Thanks.

Thomas

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[Rad Dad]

I'll be fascinated to see the replies. The very great majority of owners and potential owners think that if the car has a lot of miles on it, it can't be any good. Well, I've got 140,000 on 16867 and you can get in to it, turn the key and drive coast to coast without worry. Recently, I hopped into it in Colorado and drove it to North Carolina (1650 miles) in a shade over two days and never worried. I could have done it faster, but at my age, that just doesn't make sense. The car has been driven in 42 states and 3 Canadian provinces. What a joy to drive.

FWIW, I know of several others who have in excess of 100,000 miles on their cars, but they may or may not be willing to say so.

Dick Ryan
The Rad Dad
Vin 16867

[AugustneverEnds]

My odometer is stuck (angle drive broken) on 96,427 but I know it's over 100,000. My engine was replaced in the late 90s so the car has 100K+ but the engine doesn't. My car is overall pretty good just needs the A/C recharged and some cosmetic stuff I am slowly working on. Hope this helps

[SoCalDMC12]

16432 had roughly 90k on the clock when I got her... she now has just over 140k and is running great. (knock on wood)

[pezzonovante88]

It's a fairly simple car, and while the engine isn't particularly high-performance, it makes up for it in longevity. If it's driven normally and fairly regularly, and well maintained, the DeLorean should be just fine with over 100k.

[Jacko]

I put about 175,000 miles on 16647, my first Delorean. Then I put over 370,000 miles on 4915 my present D.
4915 has apparently taken up permanent residence at DPI where I'm spending upwards of $42K for a
total refurbishment. When she comes home I will refer to her as a zero mile car and start over.
The interior is probably a 9 out of 10 and the stainless is near perfect. Every thing else will be new
or refurbished.

[Dangermouse]

Can we nominate other people's cars that are 100k plus, even if they aren't on here?

[Citizen]

Can we nominate other people's cars that are 100k plus, even if they aren't on here?

Well, other than the configuration that came from the factory which is kept separately (like transmission, interior, hood), the whole statistics thing is based on the honor system. If you tell us that you upgraded your PRV to a Stage II, or your 5-speed is now an auto, or you painted it red, we have no reason to not believe you. And probably most people on here are the real-deal anyway and would have no motive for providing false information. In addition, the statistics we keep are harmless anyway, and server no tangible value. They are just interesting to know.

So I'd say yes, you can tell us about cars you know of that have high mileage, RHD, have been painted, or wrecked or have an engine swap, etc.

And as I've said before, THANK YOU, to those that take the time to provided this interesting information!

Thomas

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[Chris Burns]

Oliver's Team Fox BTTF Delorean (VIN 10694) has nearly 400k miles on the body and frame.

1st engine had around 150k miles before it overheated (due to a cooling issue).

2nd engine has well over that now.

Driving through 50 states plus Canada and Alaska all year long takes it toll, but the car is still kicking!!

[Dangermouse]

Driving through 50 states plus Canada and Alaska all year long takes it toll, but the car is still kicking!!