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[oldboy95]

First off let me introduce myself to the forum and I believe I've found the right place to be a member of. I've always been an admirer of the cars but now I'm actually looking to get one.
I'm looking for a 1995-1998 and a budget of about $5000. If you want to further discuss it feel free to pm and I'd appreciate any help.
I've found a few that may be worth checking out. If anyone wouldn't mind just scoping the links, I know much cannot be figured out over a car ad, but I figured you experts would be able to catch any red flags that I may miss. Thanks for your time
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/2218812692.html
http://www.cars.com/go/search/emailToFr ... =386573728

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/sat/cto/2229544725.html
(should all these mods concern me? I don't want someones project they are tired of.)

[scotty-2-forty]

Is that 5K budget including the price of the car or for additional experimentation?

[oldboy95]

Is that 5K budget including the price of the car or for additional experimentation?

I mean both, but I believe I should be able to find one for definetely under 5k and be able to use some of the difference in my own in the car. It was just a highest number, I'd hope go find one significantly cheaper if possible.

[simmode1]

Damn, I was expecting to see some terrible sh*t when I clicked those links, but those are really not bad at all! I'd grab that $3000 SR'd Zenki. It's been tastefully modded and even if it has problems, you'll have money left over to fix it.

Edit: On second thought... I bet that one is a scam. The price is waaaay too good for all that work.

[scotty-2-forty]

I'd be more leary of the Craigslist ads as far as "scams" go. That 3K one is on Cars.com and lists the owner's name, phone and location. I'd like to see a picture of it. Personally though, I like that black one ... lots of mods (if you like them) ... these are little bonuses because it's their loss and your gain. But this really depends on your personal goals with the car, e.g. daily driver, hobby car, track, etc.

[oldboy95]

Damn, I was expecting to see some terrible sh*t when I clicked those links, but those are really not bad at all! I'd grab that $3000 SR'd Zenki. It's been tastefully modded and even if it has problems, you'll have money left over to fix it.

Edit: On second thought... I bet that one is a scam. The price is waaaay too good for all that work.

I'll take that as a compliment lol
yea I mean I have car experience and knowledge, I just know when I need that extra piece of advice and I was sure this forum had the right help.
Imfurther looking into the 3k zenki , as I kinda had a "too good to be true" feeling as well.
I also just got off the phone with the owner of the 1995 w/ the sr20det swap. He was very open and cooperative with my questions, but that doesn't mean it's not hiding something. I have alot of info on the car if anyone is interested or ifits even worth the time. I'm just curious ( this is where my knowledge is lacking) how successful and reliable are those swaps? Is it worth taking on that as a new owner and confining the car or should I find a bone stock one? I just dnt want something he's trying to shovel off before it blows.

[oldboy95]

I'd be more leary of the Craigslist ads as far as "scams" go. That 3K one is on Cars.com and lists the owner's name, phone and location. I'd like to see a picture of it. Personally though, I like that black one ... lots of mods (if you like them) ... these are little bonuses because it's their loss and your gain. But this really depends on your personal goals with the car, e.g. daily driver, hobby car, track, etc.

you're leaning towards the black one in Stockbridge? (cl ad)
the mods are in my taste, and it's my favorite so far. I was just concerned with the engine swap
thanks for all the help so far

[scotty-2-forty]

you're leaning towards the black one in Stockbridge? (cl ad)
the mods are in my taste, and it's my favorite so far. I was just concerned with the engine swap
thanks for all the help so far

Well, call Rev Tech Racing and ask some questions since they apparently did the swap. I believe this is their link: http://www.revtechracing.com/main.htm This may help steer you in the right direction as far as more questions to ask the seller.

[oldboy95]

you're leaning towards the black one in Stockbridge? (cl ad)
the mods are in my taste, and it's my favorite so far. I was just concerned with the engine swap
thanks for all the help so far

Well, call Rev Tech Racing and ask some questions since they apparently did the swap. I believe this is their link: http://www.revtechracing.com/main.htm This may help steer you in the right direction as far as more questions to ask the seller.

were thinking the same, I emailed about an hour ago, awaitig a reply.
I have some pics and he sent vids as well I just cannot put them on here since I'm on my iPhone. I can forward via email or mobile if you wouldn't mind scoping it out.
If it works out I'm gonna go test drive and look at it Friday

[scotty-2-forty]

were thinking the same, I emailed about an hour ago, awaitig a reply.
I have some pics and he sent vids as well I just cannot put them on here since I'm on my iPhone. I can forward via email or mobile if you wouldn't mind scoping it out.
If it works out I'm gonna go test drive and look at it Friday

Email me the photos, vids, links and I'll post'em up for you; [email protected]

[oldboy95]

Also, he's asking $4600 an says he's pretty firm. Is this a fair price?
The body has some dings and spider cracks on the rear bumper, a crack in the dash and small cosmetic flaws like that. Needs paint

And this will be a dd, whichever one I end up getting.

[scotty-2-forty]

I think he's high on the price, but also consider the extras including the engine swap. These are negotiable terms from a starting point of what the actual base value is. Start with this:
http://www.kbb.com/used-cars/nissan/240 ... age=200000
... From there, add up the total of what the extras are and take a huge percentage off of that. He's trying to recoupe some loss on the "upgrades". I'd haggle with him, but at the same time show him you're a serious contender, but don't reveal any excitement.

[oldboy95]

I think he's high on the price, but also consider the extras including the engine swap. These are negotiable terms from a starting point of what the actual base value is. Start with this:
http://www.kbb.com/used-cars/nissan/240 ... age=200000
... From there, add up the total of what the extras are and take a huge percentage off of that. He's trying to recoupe some loss on the "upgrades". I'd haggle with him, but at the same time show him you're a serious contender, but don't reveal any excitement.

yea that's how I felt, like 46 is a bit too high.
And that email is on the way Scotty

[scotty-2-forty]

Here ya go:

http://s736.photobucket.com/albums/xx9/ ... 010925.mp4

http://s736.photobucket.com/albums/xx9/ ... 010927.mp4

http://s736.photobucket.com/albums/xx9/ ... 010928.mp4

http://s736.photobucket.com/albums/xx9/ ... 010930.mp4

[oldboy95]

I talked with him further and told him I felt 4600 was a bit high and he replied telling me good luck now, that it wasn't high at all but we can have our opinions.
lol well, I'll just let him hold on to it and see what happens.
It's fair saying Hes asking too much correct?
I understand the mods, but for one he didn't pay for them he bought it that way and there is several cosmetic things that will need attention soon.

[scotty-2-forty]

I talked with him further and told him I felt 4600 was a bit high and he replied telling me good luck now, that it wasn't high at all but we can have our opinions.
lol well, I'll just let him hold on to it and see what happens.
It's fair saying Hes asking too much correct?
I understand the mods, but for one he didn't pay for them he bought it that way and there is several cosmetic things that will need attention soon.

Really, mod'd cars get to a point of how much you as the buyer are willing to spend ... in other words is the price fair to you with all that's been done. The vids are crappy, but his willingness to provide and his communication gives a warm/fuzzy feeling. BTW, here's the other pics you sent me:

[oldboy95]

For sure, and thanks for the help. Yes I really liked how cooperative he was, I just don't want to sink that cash into that vehicle and say something goes wrong. I told him if anything changes to contact me, so well see. I'll keep it updated.

[oldboy95]

Also, if anyone has word on one for sale that fits what I'm looking for, send it this way. By all means I'm not stuck on that particular car. I'm in no rush and plan on finding the exact right one

[Lobo240sx]

Those prices aren't TOO bad. The swapped 240 from San Antonio yeah it does sound "too good to be true" . IF you decide to look at it let me know. Who knows a lot of good deals going around since people don't have the money.

If it was me I'd go with that 97 bone stock rebuilt KA considering the price is way to high. Cracked windshield, gauges not working, etc talk that clown down...

Some work been done to these cars so the value will go up up up. Especially a Rebuilt or like a SR Swap.

[scotty-2-forty]

Also, if anyone has word on one for sale that fits what I'm looking for, send it this way. By all means I'm not stuck on that particular car. I'm in no rush and plan on finding the exact right one

Keep an eye here too ... nissan-for-sale.html

[oldboy95]

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/2182150234.html
what you guys think?

I know it needs more work, but it will save me room in my budget.
Engine swap sound legit?
Wrecked?

[oldboy95]

Scratch that last one, dude had too much to hide.

Another one locally I've come across, the guys says it's "not really for sale but make an offer"
what would a reasonable offer be on this black one in riverdale? It's got the swap and from his description it's fairly built and has plenty of mods. Visually is lacking so that could help lower the price (hard to tell w/ sh!tty phone pics)
anwyas, just getting your opinions on where to even start with this guy.
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/sat/cto/2222665387.html