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Compact performance

1989 Chevrolet Turbo Sprint

Compact performance powered by 1989 Turbo Sprint FDA 1.0-liter turbocharged inline-three.

Classic Muscle EditorialLast reviewed Sep 16, 2026

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Engine 1989 Turbo Sprint FDA 1.0-liter turbocharged inline-three
Output 70 SAE net hp at 5,500 rpm
Transmission Suzuki five-speed manual; automatic listed as not available for the turbo application
Program Modern American Performance

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1989 Chevrolet Turbo Sprint

GM's 1989 Metro/Sprint/Firefly specification package explicitly lists the Turbo Sprint. Its separate FDA turbo row supplies the powertrain figures used here. The Geo Metro title on the archive file is not a reason to substitute naturally aspirated Metro specifications.

Identity and application boundaries

The manufacturer form identifies Suzuki development and Japanese manufacture. This car remains within the already-approved North American marque/program scope; that does not mean it was built in the United States or establish U.S. retail availability. Exact market designation remains a source-refinement task. The two-door Turbo Sprint is kept distinct from the ordinary Sprint, Geo Metro and Pontiac Turbo Firefly.

Evidence and photo pending

The factory table's 61-CID and 1.0-liter designations are retained as printed. FDA is the code in the reviewed specification table; it is not asserted to be a VIN code or a substitute for an unverified engine-family designation. Production totals, performance-test results and exact market equipment remain unresolved. Reusable exact-year exterior photography is pending.

Price history

Values

Nominal dollars from original price sheets, auction archives, and approved value references.

Original Price

A verified original price is not yet available for this car.

Values move with paperwork, originality, options, condition, venue, and body style. High bids and guide values are labeled separately from completed sales.

Reference records

Options, Colors & Components

Source-backed details for trim, chassis, production, and authenticity.

Engine Details

  • Documented model-year powertrain 1989 Turbo Sprint FDA 1.0-liter turbocharged inline-three; 70 SAE net hp at 5,500 rpm; 80 lb-ft at 3,500 rpm · 1989 Chevrolet Turbo Sprint · engine assembly / specification

Transmission

  • Factory transmission Suzuki five-speed manual; automatic listed as not available for the turbo application

Still Researching

  • rear axle The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year rear axle specification and application record.
  • brakes The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year brakes specification and application record.
  • suspension The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year suspension specification and application record.
  • option packages The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year option packages specification and application record.
  • production The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year production specification and application record.
  • paint colors The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year paint colors specification and application record.
  • trim and appearance The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year trim and appearance specification and application record.
  • interior The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year interior specification and application record.
  • authenticity markers The reviewed evidence does not provide a complete exact-year authenticity markers specification and application record.

Codes & names

Names & Engine Codes

Common names and codes are grouped so LS6 references point to the same engine, not separate pages.

1989 MVMA engine code FDA 1989 Turbo Sprint FDA 1.0-liter turbocharged inline-three

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