New guy, need opinions on this Z

[johnnymass]

http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/3476869740.html

Things the owner has told me:
$1700
Says it only needs new injectors and plenum reinstalled and itll fire back up (big difference between firing up and running well)

Still be be determined:
auto or manual
What aftermarket parts
when the last service was done (120k?)

Anything else i need to ask? Im a technician myself so i know the basic Q's, but anything Z particular?

[bartZ32tt]

Priced about right - rolling tt shells with paint in great condition go for about $2k around here. I wouldn't buy it without pulling a carfax and doing a compression test at a minimum, leak down as well if possible. Find out why the hood doesn't appear original (might be steel vs aluminum). Also, 120k miles might mean turbos are getting tired, depending how the car was treated. You're right about 120k kit, but also inspect EFI harness ($400) and clutch might be about due for replacement. Lmk if you're no longer interested in it - I need a rolling chassis

[johnnymass]

hah im not ready to pick this up immediately, just looking intently.

why inspect the efi harness? do they go bad? i dont normally think to check wiring because it usually doesnt goes bad

[bartZ32tt]

Unfortunately, on our cars they have a very limited time stamp. They just get brittle with age and heat and cause annoyances with corroded contacts or broken connector plastics. They're also a b*tch to replace with engine in.

[johnnymass]

make sense. ive honestly prepared myself to have to pull the motor. ill refresh/upgrade everything that needs it. its not a daily driver, just a fun car (that ill probably drive everyday for awhile once i get it running lol)

i appreciate the help