Cheap Craigslist 350z - worth it?
Cheap Craigslist 350z - worth it?
Hi everyone, first off thank you for taking a look at my post. Please excuse any/all incorrect formatting. I am looking for a reliable daily. The problem is I do not have the funds right now to go out and purchase an expensive one. I would like to drive something I don't mind beating up a bit. And I love the 350z. I found a supper cheap one on Craigslist. I was wondering what the cost of this repair would be. I'd like to do it on my own. http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/cto/5588324665.html
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ArmedAviator
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Re: Cheap Craigslist 350z - worth it?
You're looking at a new engine. If you don't have the skills, a shop with a hoist, and time, it'll be expensive.
You want something to beat up and save money for now? Buy a used Crown Vic Police Interceptor from a nearby auction and they're rock solid in dependability. They go for $1-5k in conditions ranging from abused to mint. Save up for a proper, working car in the mean time.
You want something to beat up and save money for now? Buy a used Crown Vic Police Interceptor from a nearby auction and they're rock solid in dependability. They go for $1-5k in conditions ranging from abused to mint. Save up for a proper, working car in the mean time.
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Re: Cheap Craigslist 350z - worth it?
^ This
To add to what AA said, a new engine is the minimum you're looking at. Odds are that an owner that let an engine get to the state this one got to cut corners elsewhere and you're going to start finding all sorts of other issues.
Life is too full of headaches already without buying one from someone else.
Here's the other thing, they're not cheap to own & maintain if you don't cheap out. I've spent as much on my car this year (clutch, exhaust & new tires) as you're looking to pay for this one. Don't risk putting yourself in a financial bind.
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To add to what AA said, a new engine is the minimum you're looking at. Odds are that an owner that let an engine get to the state this one got to cut corners elsewhere and you're going to start finding all sorts of other issues.
Life is too full of headaches already without buying one from someone else.
Here's the other thing, they're not cheap to own & maintain if you don't cheap out. I've spent as much on my car this year (clutch, exhaust & new tires) as you're looking to pay for this one. Don't risk putting yourself in a financial bind.
Welcome to NICO!
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