branden0502 wrote: ↑Wed Sep 19, 2018 6:52 am
Thanks for the help guys. It was definitely a steal so I went ahead and grabbed it. It was too good to pass up. I’ll be tearing into it later this weekend and next week. I’ll keep you updated
Oh...wow, OK. Hope you got it for under a grand because you will most likely be spending 3-4 times that to get a good vehicle out of it.
Be prepared for a lot of service work most likely, expensive enough for parts if you DIY and VERY expensive and risky if you send it out for the work unless you know a reliable Z32 mechanic, who will still be expensive.
Most common issues (especially with Z32's that have sat for long periods unused) are the old style fuel system you have needing complete overhaul/replacement, problems are idle/misfire and other fuel-related issues and sometimes more. Included and also a common and difficult issue is the non-shielded connectors to a myriad of important engine devices (PTU, CAS, IACV, CTS, injectors/harness) that are often troublesome to test and a bit expensive to deal with as well. Cooling issues are common especially when the PO has put in electric fans in place of the OEM system, but also from other issues such as the heater core and deterioration in other areas.
These will most certainly be your first issues in a fire-sale Z32, and plenty more to come as you dig deeper...most likely, again, why the PO is selling the car. Take a look at the variety of issues being asked about in the tech section for some ideas of what's ahead...and don't be afraid to ask away here as we all have been through most if not all of the things talked about here, and more in some cases.
Good Luck!