Look At Me And My MPG! 1991 Chevy Sprint Convertible + Turbo

In high school, the Geo Metro was voted least likely car to be modified.  Today's Canadian spec Chevy Sprint convertible wears a 1990's shade of teal that has long since disappeared from automakers color charts.  The graphics on the rear quarter panel and door are reminiscent of the "Jazz" design on the Dixie cup from the same period.  These 55 hp three cylinders were known more for economy than any sort of speed especially when fitted with the three speed automatic.  Fed up with the glacial acceleration, today's seller took things into their own hands by adding a turbo set up using Home Depot and junkyard parts.  Find this 1991 Chevy Sprint Convertible for sale in Colebrook, CT for $2,500 via craigslist.

Eco Donor: 2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost

One of the more curious drivetrains to be be introduced in recent years came from Ford in 2014.  The 1.0 Ecoboost three cylinder engine has won International engine of the year for the last three years. The engine makes 123 horsepower and was only paired with a 5 speed manual gear box in the Fiesta.  Most engine swaps found on DT are of the V8 variety, but this car presents an interesting opportunity for chump change.  Find this 2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0 ecoboost salvage car for sale in Walden, NY for $600 via craigslist.

Kasutaumu Tabo: 1991 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo

by Adam -- Ok all of you who have driven a three cylinder car manufactured prior to 1991 raise your hand. Anyone? Now the engine seems to be making a comeback for fuel economy reasons, but historically three cylinder cars are not the norm. Sure, there are some very cool and interesting cars with three cylinders, but for the life of me all the examples I can think of are two strokes. DKW, NSU, and Auto Union along with the Saab Sonett and 93/96 all are excellent examples of cars that totally rocked the three pot and some in race trim. If Erik Carlsson won the Monte Carlo rally in one, isn’t an engine with three cylinders good enough for you? To stand out from the crowd, run half a six cylinder with a turbo as an added bonus. Dressed in a blue paint job and appearing to have all parts in place with additional modifications you could have some fun and still get 40mpg. Find this 1991 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo on Craigslist for $4,900.00 in Vancouver (Maple Ridge), British Columbia.

3-Cyl Suzuki Turbo: 1972 MG Midget

The MG Midget started life on a shared platform with the Austin Healey Sprite...actually it was a bit more than simply shared parts -- the only measurable difference between the two cars was the shape of the badge.  By 1972 the Sprite has been discontinued, but the Midget survived with a low compression engine -- but today's example isn't anything near stock.  Find this 1972 MG Midget custom offered for $8995 in San Gabriel Valley, CA via craigslist. Tip from FuelTruck.

1k: 1990 Mazda Miata; Punk My Ride - 3cyl Riddler; Slow

The proliferation of automotive themed car entertainment has spawned all sorts of horrible Pimp-My-Ride style TV shows and we have envisioned a show that combines the practical joking elements of Punked with the car-modification skills of a show like Counting Cars.  Xzibit Kutcher would appear at the end of each episode of Punk My Ride and reveal the downgraded car to the owner's shock and horror...it would be the best show to watch, the worst to be on.  Today's riddler would certainly be a common swap on the show; it is a 1990 Mazda Miata with a 3-cylinder Suzuki engine from a Geo Metro planted in the front, currently selling for $1500 in Jackson, MI via craigslist.