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ACM
09-07-2010, 12:59 AM
Well might will be picking myself up a 89 coupe for $600.00, but I want to know what you guys think.

The guy says he has a KA24DE in it with a new head gasket, ARP headstuds & some cams. and was just rebuilt 5000 miles ago.

Its a 5 speed but he does know the mileage on the tranny.

It needs a whole front end, little bits of interior (he said he has 2 seats and some carpet and other panels)
It also needs taillights.

The radiator core support it bent up just a little.

I'm fine with the rear bumper dent.

What I was thinking was I could visit some of the junk yards around here and get a new front end & steering wheel.

I want to know if its worth my time?

Crap picture from ad
http://images.craigslist.org/3nf3mb3l85Q25P65R4a8u0de93afc6021127a.jpg

http://a.imageshack.us/img337/3236/photo1mj.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img266/8602/photo2pvc.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img839/5841/photo3kb.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img826/4302/photo4z.jpg

Thanks,

Bryce.
simmode1
09-07-2010, 03:04 AM
I want to know if its worth my time?

I dunno. How much is your time worth? Cuz that looks like a handful. Only consider getting it if your realistically have a place to do the work and the resources to get it done.
ACM
09-07-2010, 04:11 AM
I have my 2 car Garage put I can park my DD car outside.

I have about 2k to spend on exterior if i get this.

not including paint.
s13bert
09-07-2010, 04:15 AM
if you really want it get it, no matter what you are always going to spend time working on a car, if you're up for it get it, if not don't waste your time with it. not bashing on you or anything like that.
ACM
09-07-2010, 04:19 AM
Its only $600.00 and I really want to do a project, I just want to see if you guys think 600.00 is fine for this car. clean title and all.
simmode1
09-07-2010, 04:35 AM
No reason not to snag it, in that case.

Wait, you check the frame rails for rust?
ACM
09-07-2010, 04:37 AM
No reason not to snag it, in that case.

Wait, you check the frame rails for rust?

He said its all clean, and chassis is not bent, just core support.

I will be checking it out tomorrow.
BBSilvia
09-07-2010, 04:49 AM
2k should cut it depends if you go new/used parts id say go for it, looks like a fun project
ACM
09-07-2010, 04:50 AM
Most likely I will visit a lot of junk yards to see if I can get a complete front end.
BBSilvia
09-07-2010, 04:52 AM
yea that would save a lot of money, im in a similar boat as you but thats cause some one though it would be fun to run a red and smash up my front end lol, but im just going down to west covina nissan to pick up the core support, there the best :)
ACM
09-07-2010, 04:54 AM
Sorry to hear that.

I hope for good news on my end I will also be stopping by 5 junk yards today.
Automatic
09-07-2010, 04:56 AM
if what you say is true, that engine is probably worth it! for 600! just buy a cleaner shell for 2,000.... just saying cuz... driving car > working on car... i just searched google for a 240sx shell and found a good hatchback full interior and exterior + extras for 650! good luck tho! prices do vary
ACM
09-07-2010, 04:59 AM
Well I'm not going to travel out of state for a shell.

Plus Projects are fun.
BBSilvia
09-07-2010, 04:59 AM
Sorry to hear that.

I hope for good news on my end I will also be stopping by 5 junk yards today.

well i wish you luck! yea buying another shell could be easier, but its not that much work, really depends on your mechanical knowledge
thefro526
09-07-2010, 05:07 AM
I wouldn't touch that car with a 10 foot pole.

I'd wait around and see if you can get a better deal on something more complete and with a straight body/chassis.

But that's just how I am.
ACM
09-07-2010, 05:18 AM
What would you pay for it Fro.

The core is just bent the body and chassis is just fine.

Just it can bend that core back in place if i wanted.
omgRWDgoodness!
09-07-2010, 05:24 AM
Where in Florida you at? I can help you out if you end up buying it. IIRC the core supports are removable and can be replaced, and junkyards (at least in my area) usually have S13s for the picking.
ACM
09-07-2010, 05:27 AM
Where in Florida you at? I can help you out if you end up buying it. IIRC the core supports are removable and can be replaced, and junkyards (at least in my area) usually have S13s for the picking.

Ocala, yea we have some distance.

I know they can be removed put If I have no luck I can alway ratchet strap bend it back until I find a cheap one.

But thanks for offering on help.

I added the crappy full body shot from the ad, I will be getting more pictures today before I go to check it out.
omgRWDgoodness!
09-07-2010, 05:44 AM
Damn that's just about opposite ends of the state hah, reppin' A Day To Remember's hometown. Oh well, worst comes to worst you can't find a core support just PM me or something and I'll go pick one up at the local yard for ya and send it to you.
ACM
09-07-2010, 05:46 AM
Damn that's just about opposite ends of the state hah, reppin' A Day To Remember's hometown. Oh well, worst comes to worst you can't find a core support just PM me or something and I'll go pick one up at the local yard for ya and send it to you.

Thanks for the support man!

I will let you know if I every need a core support.
ThatGuy
09-07-2010, 06:42 AM
Your questions are answered. Now it is completely up to you.

If you need parts for the car, then use the Marketplace.

If you questions about your area, use the Regional Section.

If you need help with the car, then Search the forums. Most likely, someone else has dealt with whatever is wrong with your car.

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