What to look for in a used car?

[elemento1991]

Ok guys I'm new to the Nissan platform here. I am not in a rush to run out and buy a car but I did find one that has the engine I am interested in.

I plan on educating myself more before purchasing a 240, but if I do go check some out what should I look for? The guy agreed to do compression/leakdown tests with me. I may also try to get him to do a boostleak.

I am a fan of the RB engine and I don't plan doing any crazy modding to the engine, 300whp is a perfectly fine number with me. The only thing I really want to add to the one I am interested in is an EWG.

The car has an RB25DET, FMIC, 3" Cat Back, 3" Dump Pipe, 300zx OEM Clutch, Factory LSD, Turboxs bov, Hallman Boost Controller, SAFC, Rom Tune. I would prefer to build a car myself but this way seems to be the cheapest option financially (Assuming I get a functional car.) I still haven't made up my mind 100% on what I want to do but what do you guys think about it? Here are some pictures.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj71/elemento1991/1211101239-03.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj71/elemento1991/1211101238-00.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj71/elemento1991/1120101356-00.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj71/elemento1991/0829102117-00.jpg

(Not sure what the foam is here)
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj71/elemento1991/0829100751-00.jpg


http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj71/elemento1991/0828101332-00.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj71/elemento1991/0806100835-00.jpg

[importdude]

look at wiring make sure its not badly done
check near ecu

check for damage....

if serious request
a compression test
run consult daig if possible

it can be a great value but be carefull with swaped cars i have seen are pretty shady with wiring jobs.. that made it run haywire....

hope you are mechanically inclined when buying a 240+swap car

[Touge Whore]

I agree with importdude. Look to see how well the car was wired and also look for little leaks. Also, I would look for signs of rust or body damage. Those are the most important things to look for when purchasing a swapped car. You should be able to follow your gut and tell if the car looks well maintained or half-assed. Good luck!

[corkscrew]

the foam looks like some sort of stuffed animal

[elemento1991]

the foam looks like some sort of stuffed animal

yeah your right lol, I was clueless as to what it was.

[omgRWDgoodness!]

I may also try to get him to do a boostleak.

Given the context I knew what you meant, but I still laughed when I read this. You should also get him to DO A BARREL ROLL!!

[kaking]

clean wiring. ive had too many bad experiences with my last coupe. dont want to deal with that again.