Should I buy this?

[combatc87]

Sorry that my first post has to be a n00b post, but this is my first foray into the Sylvia world. I don't know a whole lot about these cars. Anyway, I have always wanted a 240SX because they make awesome platforms. I finally found one near my house, one that's not too expensive. I'm in the market for a daily driver while I finish up some work on my turbo Celica. I'd like to know if THIS looked like a good buy to anyone as a temporary daily driver then as a project car? Specs:

'91 240SX SE Fastback98,000 MilesWhite5-Speed Manual$2,300

From the looks of it (the same car is on cars.com with a picture) it seems to be in good shape. I'd love to pick up this car. Is there anything I should know to look for when I get a chance to take a look?

They also have a black '93 hatch with 129,000 for $3,000 and a red '91 coupe w/137,000 for $3,200, both 5-speeds.

Thanks everyone and hello! This is my first post!

[AZhitman]

Welcome aboard, you came to the right place.

Without looking TOO much into it, I'd say that the way 240sx's are going, that's a decent price.

Realistically, once a car has reached that age, it's gonna need some restoration - The only CRITICAL thnig to look for is rust.

Engines can be swapped, transmissions relpaced, interiors refurbished... But a 240 with rust is worthless.

[inthawind2]

i'd pay 2K....but if u really want one 2300 is a good price...take a look for rust problems first though...and definetly test drive it....if everything works out cool...you should be the owner of a S13...and welcome to NICO

[combatc87]

Cool, that's what I wanted to hear. The place that has it has two others, and believe me, I'm not paying what they're asking unless the car is pristine. I'm gonna take a look at it sometime (I'm away at school right now). I want to buy it even if it needs some work so that when I can stark putting time and money into another car I have one to work with.

[inthawind2]

Cool, that's what I wanted to hear. The place that has it has two others, and believe me, I'm not paying what they're asking unless the car is pristine. I'm gonna take a look at it sometime (I'm away at school right now). I want to buy it even if it needs some work so that when I can stark putting time and money into another car I have one to work with.

you better get there ASAP cuz every1 is tryin 2 get 1

[combatc87]

Don't I know it. It took me 2 years to find this one.

[inthawind2]

yea dont let ur seach go in vain....rob who ever u need 2 to get those funds....lol....then get a swap and go smash on some Hondas....lol

[combatc87]

I don't need a swap to smash Hondas (well, maybe with a 240). My Celica can smash any Honda near my house. It's a 2001 (newer body) with a turbo kit running ~6psi good for around 190 or so whp.

[fatboy]

it funny you guys look to honda for confirmation of being fast.....its...complementary almost

[MoogieBoogie]

Check that car out with a fine toothed comb. The dealership has a reputation for selling cars with shady histories.

[combatc87]

That particular dealership or dealerships in general?

[MoogieBoogie]

That particular dealership or dealerships in general?

That particular dealership.

[amolao]

Thats is a good deal if the car is clean as in no rust (remember you are up North...) and running...You will be paying a lot more down South for a 91 .....and yes check and inspect the car before buying...

[glitched]

link is dead to me, but if the hatch has a spoiler it will probably rust.