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Nacho_240
05-18-2013, 04:35 AM
UPDATE 10/13/2013: I'm dropping my asking price one final time to $8,100! This price is STUPID low considering the extensive list of quality parts, the condition of the car and the meticulous detail-oriented approach of the build. The car recently received a full inspection; the engine is stout. Compression test showed 160-165 psi all around. No oil/coolant/brake/clutch fluid leaks. Brake pads & rotors well within spec. Let's give this car a new home!


Note: For quickest response, contact me by email; acousticnacho22 (@) yahoo.com or by text/call at (seven one four) 925-5260. I’m located in Fullerton. I have very limited time so I likely won’t visit the forums often so if you don’t get a response here, try me email or phone. Also, I don’t have many photos as of now. I’ll try to get more eventually. Ok, on to the post.

Sup guys,

I’ve decided to finally let go of my beloved 240sx. I’ve owned this car since March 2006, 7 years now. I am the second owner of the car. The car is not salvaged, it has a clean title, and it’s been a California car all its life. There’s no rust and the interior is fully intact (you’d be surprised). No cracked dash or missing interior pieces. The previous owner left everything stock minus a set of ugly chrome wheels which are long gone. It still even had the factory radio!

From day one, the goal was to build an enjoyable, streetable car that didn’t look like a drift missile and could still be reasonable to drive on a daily basis. For the powertrain, I had G-Dimensions in City of Industry install the tried and true S13 SR20DET redtop. Out went the factory turbo and in went a brand new S15 GT28R dual ball bearing turbo and all the supporting mods and plumbing. This turbo gave more than enough power for a street driven car (never had a formal dyno performed) and still had a boost response virtually the same as the factory turbo. Boost is safely controlled by an electronic A’pex AVC-R (long considered the most reliable boost controller on the market for these cars). The factory ECU remained in order to preserve the drivability of the car and it received a ROM tune by RS-Enthalpy. Currently, the car is on a base tune. The fine tune can be performed by RS-Enthalpy for ridiculously cheap, but I never got around to getting the car on a dynamometer which RS-Enthalpy needs to create the new tune. It simply wasn’t on my priority list. Water temperature is controlled by a thick all-aluminum Powered By Max radiator accompanied by two enclosed and ducted electric fans powered by a DiF fan controller. Oil temperature is kept on check by a B&M oil cooler with custom plumbing and fittings. The oil cooler setup also has its own integrated thermostat so driving it every day is a non-issue and you don’t have to concern yourself with cold-starts. Just drive it like a normal car. No compromises here.

The suspension was updated with fully adjustable components all-around by Ed’s Garage in Placentia (Nissan & Toyota Performance Specialist). The alignment has always been performed to OEM specifications because frankly the car has never been drifted! Yeah, I know I’m lame. Plus, the tires are expensive and I wanted them to last! Haha. Check the modifications list for full details on parts.

The drivetrain revolved around two things; 1) A S15 Silvia Helical LSD (proof it was never drifted!) because it gave much improved power delivery without the frequent maintenance of a clutch LSD and 2) a more responsive final gear. Factory final gear is 4.06, the car now has a 4.64! The conversion was performed by a differential specialist (American Gear Shop) using all Nissan OEM components as well as the expensive and hard-to-find Nismo stepped shank bolts so no worrying about loose parts in your diff. The beauty of this setup and that you’ll never fall out of boost. This is what truly made the difference in the driving experience.

The brake system is another OEM hybrid setup that has worked flawlessly. 12.36” DBA 4000 Series rotors from a 3000GT VR4 are coupled with 4-piston Z32 calipers and Project Mu brake pads up front. These rotors, despite being larger, have no brake pad overhang like the 350z track rotor setup does so you’re using the entire brake pad surface. In the rear is the complete Z32 setup; 11.7” PowerSlot rotors, 2-piston Z32 calipers, Project Mu brake pads, new e-brake cables and Z32 e-brake assembly.

The full parts list can be found below (or attached). I kept receipts throughout the entire build and can provide all of this. The total investment in parts currently installed on the car tally’s to upwards of $20,000. This is for parts alone! No labor cost is included in this figure, nor the cost of the car itself. My asking price is a ridiculously low $8,100 (Final Price Drop!). At this price, you could buy the car and make a huge profit by parting it out. Obviously, I’m not looking to make a profit out of all this; I’m not “flipping” the car. This has been my long term project and to be honest, I never saw myself selling it until recently. I’ve simply made the difficult decision to let go of it.

Updated: When I purchased the car in 2006, it had 202k miles. I had the SR20DET installed at 222k and later had it rebuilt top-to-bottom at 242k miles (by G-Dimensions). Presently, the odometer reads 266k miles therefore, there are only 24k miles on the motor since the rebuild. The chassis is holding up really well!

But let’s be real here; the car is 20+ years old and it’s not in perfect condition. First, the paint is in need of a refresh. The body panels line up really well and the body is straight, but there’s a noticeable hit on the passenger’s quarter panel (see images). Second, the A/C setup was never completed. The story is it was supposed to be setup at the time of the motor installation, but it was missing an adapter (like the one by CodyAce) and the line for the adapter. All other components are still on the car (condenser, evaporator, hard lines, compressor, and HVAC unit) and the car had working A/C before the swap. All other accessories are in working order including power windows, power mirrors, cabin heater, stereo (w/ iPod), dome & map lights, rear window wiper & also rear window defroster. As for the mechanicals, there are only 2 things that need attention. The power steering pump is leaking and the clutch is reaching the end of its life so replacements are highly suggested. I recommend an ACT Street/Strip clutch disc rated to 390 lb*ft torque which Is what the car has now (only the disc is needed as the rest of the ACT setup is already on the car). Overall, the car has received lots of attention (too much probably hehe) and I think it shows in the selection of the parts and the quality of the build.

So why am I selling it? Answer… because I don’t want to give it away Haha! The truth is that I’ve taken a different direction in life. For the last 6 of 7 years, this car seriously ran my life; it was an obsession for sure. Long story short… I’ve settled down my life a lot, I got into a serious relationship, then got married, graduated from college, started my career and moved on with my life. Nonetheless, the car is a blast to drive and I know there’s someone that can make more of it that I can.

PARTS LIST:
Engine/transmission/drive-train:
1 S13 SR20DET redtop
2 Wiring Specialties S13 to S13 SR harness with Z32 MAF connector
3 Rebuilt bottom end, hone block, deck block (by G-Dimensions)
4 OEM piston rings
5 ACL bearings
6 All new engine gaskets
7 Tomei metal head gasket 1.2mm thickness
8 polished crank and full balance performed
9 ARP head studs
10 Brian crower valve springs and retainers (titanium)
11 NGK BKR 7 EIX spark plugs heat range 7
12 RS Enthalpy tuned ECU
13 S15 Spec R T28 (Garret GT2560R, GT28R)
14 S15 exhaust manifold gasket, multi-layered steel
15 T25/T28 reclocking adapters
16 OEM turbo in and out gaskets for compressor side
17 Earls motorsports stainless steel turbo lines (for SR20DET)
18 OEM oil drain return kit for GT28R
19 APEXi AVC-R Electronic Boost Controller
20 Deatschwerks 550cc injectors
21 z32 fuel filter
22 CFM Performance fuel pressure gauge port
23 Walbro 255 LPH fuel pump
24 Nismo adjustable fuel pressure regulator
25 Z32 MAF
26 Isis front mount intercooler w/ hotpipe
27 Greddy type-RS BOV (recirculated)
28 Greddy BOV recirculation fitting
29 Greddy aluminum BOV flange
30 3 inch elbow
31 Enjuku Racing O2 sensor adapter
32 3 inch downpipe
33 Custom exhaust piping by BRM exhaust
34 22” silverline resonator
35 Magnaflow muffler (Dual 3” beveled tips)
36 Circuit Sports polyurethane exhaust hangers
37 Piping pro aluminum intake w/ bungs for recirculation and oil bypass welded on
38 APEXi Dual funnel power intake filter 80mm for z32 maf (n62)
39 Greddy oil cooler sandwich adapter
40 Sweet performance -10 "Max-Flo" black nylon braided oil lines
41 Sweet performance NPT-to-AN oil cooler fittings
42 B&M oil cooler core
43 Circuit Sports aluminum coolant reservoir
44 Powered by max aluminum radiator
45 DiF dual fan controller
46 OEM dual Altima electric fans
47 Powered by max magnetic drain plug
48 Blitz Type 1 D1 Spec radiator cap (1.3 Bar)
49 Bings aluminum pulley set
50 Touge Factory insulative intake manifold gasket made from insulative PTFE
51 Custom under skid plate
52 Miata battery (Duralast gold)
53 HKS D1 oil filler cap
54 Nismo engine and transmission mounts
55 B&M short shifter
56 Redline MT-90 synthetic transmisison oil
57 DiF braided clutch line
58 Clutch dampening box bypassed for increased pedal modulation
59 ACT street/strip clutch kit (pressure plate, disk, throw out and pilot bearings)
60 S15 OEM Helical LSD
61 Nismo differntial bolts (12mm thread with 13mm stem)
62 4.64 final drive from 2002 xterra ring gear and pinion
63 New OEM differential gasket
64 Redline 75W90 gear oil for differential

Brakes:
65 OEM Z32 30mm 4 piston iron calipers, front
66 DBA 4000 rotors, 3000GT VR4 (320mm x 30mm), front
67 Zperformance caliper brackets, front
68 Project Mu B-force brake pads, front
69 Heavythrottle ss braided brake lines, front
70 OEM Z32 2 piston calipers, rear
71 Powerslot z32 rotors, rear
72 Project Mu B-force brake pads, rear
73 ProjectSilvia ss braided brake lines, rear
74 Z32 e-brake conversion
75 Z32 2+2 e-brake cable
76 custom e-brake cable adapter
77 Speed bleeders in rear
78 Z32 17/16 brake master cylinder
79 Motul RBF600 brake fluid

Wheels/Tires:
80 Gramlights 57 Maximum Shining Silver 17" x 9" +12mm, front
81 Gramlights 57 Maximum Shining Silver 18" x 9.5" +12mm, rear
82 Rays Engineering silver center caps
83 Nitto NT05 235/40 R17, front
84 Hankook Ventus V12 evo K110 245/35 R18, rear
85 Muteki spline drive lug nuts
86 McGard Lock nuts
87 ichiba 5 lug s13 hubs with OEM bearings (front)
88 z32 rear 5 lug hubs with upper tabs (greater strength)

Suspension:
89 SPL tension rods version 2
90 Tein tie rods (inners and ends)
91 Stealth Custom Fab tension arm brace (like nismo power brace)
92 Rebuilt rack and pinion
93 custom high pressure power steering hose (USDM s13 to sr20det s13)
94 Energy Suspension rack and pinion bushings
95 Energy suspension front sway bar bushings
96 Energy suspension front end link bushings
97 Custom made 1 piece rear strut bar (no lateral play)
98 Powered by max rear upper control arms
99 SPL PRO V3 traction rods
100 SPL PRO V3 toe rods
101 SPL PRO V2 solid subframe aluminum bushings with 1/2" of subframe lift
102 Megan Racing Street series coilovers
103 Adjustable c-pillar bar
104 RPSport subframe brace
105 Energy Suspension polyurethane steering rack bushings, red

Exterior:
106 OEM kouki 180sx front bumper, side pieces and all OEM braces
107 OEM kouki 180sx lip (Highly desirable item; very difficult to attain)
108 OEM kouki 180sx position lights
109 OEM kouki 180sx turn signals
110 C West rep headlight cover vent
111 JDM side markers
112 OEM 180sx chuki sideskirts
113 GP Sports rep 3-piece spoiler
114 OEM 180sx kouki taillights
115 OEM kouki trunk lock (not installed)
116 OEM kouki taillight garnish in Kevlar, reads "RPS13"
117 fenders rolled professionally by BesTint
118 quarter panels rolled and pulled professionally by BesTint

Interior:
119 JDM gauge cluster for s13 SR20DET (original US odometer remained on car)
120 Gauge cluster chrome trim pieces
121 LED gauge cluster bulbs (superbrightleds.com) blue
122 ProSport 52mm (fuel pressure, boost pressure, water temp, oil temp, oil pressure)
123 gauge rings for better visibility in day
124 3-gauge pod over center console (custom mounting with stealth set screws)
125 Autometer gauge angle rings for 3-gauge pod
126 ATI EZ pod over steering column
127 HKS turbo timer type 0 with Volt meter
128 Redline goods leather shift boot (black w/ red stitching)
129 Redline Goods leather e-brake boot (black w/ red stitching)
130 Redline Goods leather arm compartment cover (black w/ red stitching)
131 Custom 240sx specific floor mat set: 4 pieces ((black w/ red 240SX lettering)
132 Nismo resin shift knob (aka butt plug)
133 RAZO aluminum pedals and foot rest
134 reupholsterd glove box to black (I was trying to remove the tan but keep the brown)
135 Powered By Max black spin turn/drift knob
136 Luxor LED dome light
137 s13 key trim light
138 Alpine CDA-105 head unit (ipod control thru head unit)
139 Pioneer speakers 4x6's

Ammenities:
140 LE hatchback model (rich brown interior)
141 Power windows (fully functional)
142 Power locks (fully functional)
143 Rear hatch wiper (fully functional)
144 Sunroof (no leaks)
145 Lo-Jack System + Early Warning System (notifies by text/email/call, up to 5 people if car is moved)

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youradumb1
05-18-2013, 08:59 AM
god if this was anywere closer i would jump all over it

dluevanos01
05-18-2013, 01:36 PM
Super clean car man! IF it doesn't sell and you want to make some money back I'll be interested in a few parts.

JDM_Import
05-18-2013, 02:00 PM
Keep this car bumped to the top! Please someone take this beautiful car off this man's hands for 10 g's that's a steal...

iRiddl3
05-19-2013, 07:05 PM
I love it man.

Sell me that light cover xD

s13 game-changer
05-20-2013, 01:05 AM
man this car is gorgeous. if only i had the 10Gs. if you gave me months i could get it lol

fufanu180
05-20-2013, 07:39 AM
How far is the drive from Texas to Cali??!!?!! Haha.


CenTex240

iRiddl3
05-20-2013, 01:33 PM
A steal if ever I've seen one.

10 you should have no problem getting.

DJ 21o3
05-20-2013, 05:00 PM
Either you have one helluva daily driver now, you are really going to regret this, or both. Beautiful car

Reexx13
05-20-2013, 11:45 PM
such a beautiful built car! you will have no problems getting what you want for this! willing to take trades?

Nacho_240
05-22-2013, 07:12 AM
Thank you every one for the nice comments! Bump this to the top.

Nacho_240
05-29-2013, 11:29 PM
Bump this to the top! Somebody please take the car home. It's just collecting dust in the garage. I no longer have a need for it or even much of a desire to keep it.

booosted_s13
06-01-2013, 09:28 PM
Any trades? Msg me if interested in a 350z :)

tapdeznutz
06-03-2013, 12:48 PM
WOW, free bump.

illvialuver
06-04-2013, 01:31 AM
SUPER CLEAN. with all the hype with type x 180s right now, I am surprised someone has not jumped on this. Good job with it man, I know you will miss it.

SD_Kouki
06-04-2013, 01:48 AM
How would one go about smogging this in CA? KA swap once a year or 'friendly fee'?

Kevin920415
06-04-2013, 02:45 AM
How would one go about smogging this in CA? KA swap once a year or 'friendly fee'?

You just answered your own question....

Rmd.93
06-04-2013, 08:33 PM
what spoiler is that?

Nacho_240
06-09-2013, 11:11 PM
Any trades? Msg me if interested in a 350z :)

Sorry man, I'm looking for a straight sale. I already have another daily driver.

WOW, free bump.

SUPER CLEAN. with all the hype with type x 180s right now, I am surprised someone has not jumped on this. Good job with it man, I know you will miss it.


Thank you!

How would one go about smogging this in CA? KA swap once a year or 'friendly fee'?


The car will come already smoged. I'm working on that right now as a matter of fact. So whoever takes the car home won't have to have it smoged for a couple years.

what spoiler is that?


GP Sports Rep. Plenty of people have been asking about it, Good luck finding one though. It's tough.

Nacho_240
06-09-2013, 11:21 PM
Price Dropped to $9,450. I need the car gone. I'm leaving the country for a couple weeks and I need the garage space for my other cars. Now's the time to swoop her up!

dops13
06-12-2013, 04:07 PM
Bump for an awesome deal. Did you smog it already?

AdeJong 03
06-12-2013, 05:02 PM
wow this is an amazing car.

glws man

Nacho_240
06-16-2013, 06:27 PM
Updated OP with engine bay an interior pics. Sorry for the poor quality. I'll try to get better ones. Also added mileage history information for chassis and motor.

redks91
06-16-2013, 07:55 PM
That's one hell of a deal. If I was considering getting back to an s chassis this would definitely be it. Should be gone in no time if its not already.

Azian
06-18-2013, 01:07 AM
Wait, is this Kyle?

krazzin
06-18-2013, 01:32 AM
wish my loan would have gone through i so would have snatched this up

Buy My Stuff
06-18-2013, 03:03 PM
I have a loan waiting but I don't know if I should pull the trigger.

krazzin
06-18-2013, 04:06 PM
I have a loan waiting but I don't know if I should pull the trigger.

well if ur serious about the 240 n wanting to put in the work n the sweat n blood n joy then yeah its worth it

Buy My Stuff
06-18-2013, 05:44 PM
if i bought this car i wouldn't have to put any work in.

krazzin
06-18-2013, 05:48 PM
im not the seller but to me it doesnt look like it lol,....., i came close to buying it but my loan didnt come through, so my loss but the guy is totally cool and willing to work with you iv talked to him on the phone n all.... but im sure if u end up buying it u will probably end up modifying it to your satisfaction, cuz i know i would... its clean and seems way awesome the way it is but this car isnt just a ride its a hobby n to most pride

Nacho_240
06-21-2013, 09:57 PM
That's one hell of a deal. If I was considering getting back to an s chassis this would definitely be it. Should be gone in no time if its not already.

wish my loan would have gone through i so would have snatched this up

Thanks for the bump and nice comments! You can still snatch it up! My brother funded a good $7-8K on his S13 with school loans actually. Sometimes temptation gets the best of us when a killer deal shows up.

Wait, is this Kyle?

Who's Kyle?

I have a loan waiting but I don't know if I should pull the trigger.
if i bought this car i wouldn't have to put any work in.

From what I've seen, the vast majority of enthusiasts who purchase modified cars do so because it's a HUGE bank for the buck deal for the buyer - Not necessarily because they want to keep the car forever untouched. If you're looking for streetable 240sx with good power than this is a great slate to start with. You can save $1,000's of dollars and months of time. If you're looking for a track nut, then this car isn't too far either.

krazzin: I'm sorry it couldn't work out with the loan. Thanks for the kind words.

krazzin
06-21-2013, 10:03 PM
krazzin: I'm sorry it couldn't work out with the loan. Thanks for the kind words.[/QUOTE]

its all good bud, i know if its ment to be then it would have happened, but im still on the hunt... im really wanting a coup but at this point im too frustrated so ima get a hatch or anything i can work with.... im gonna be starting a new job on a rig where ill be making 28 an hour so hopefully that will help me out with this build... good luck with the sale

Nacho_240
07-31-2013, 10:17 PM
UPDATE 7/31/2013: I'm finally back from a long vacation and I was hoping the car would have been sold by now so I'm dropping my asking price one final time to $8,700! This price is STUPID low considering the extensive list of quality parts, the condition of the car and the meticulous detail-oriented approach of the build. i also attached newer better pics! See below! I apologize to those who didn't get a response sooner. All messages have been responded to as of this writing.

k240sx
07-31-2013, 11:10 PM
Nice JDM look s13
Glws

blackrms13
08-01-2013, 12:08 AM
damn...such a clean car

only if i haven't purchased another stock hatch already...

Nikzilla
08-01-2013, 12:46 AM
iCame... a lot

Nacho_240
08-04-2013, 11:00 PM
I forgot to mention the car was smogged not long ago so any transfer of ownership (if done soon) wouldn't require a smog by the new owner.

Thanks for the bumps.

coolshirtrobert
08-18-2013, 11:32 AM
Still for sale?

xomp
08-19-2013, 03:32 PM
on a previous thread you sold a trunk brace because it wouldn't fit after a "big impact". what kind of damage was it? is there any other damage?

Nacho_240
08-19-2013, 09:47 PM
on a previous thread you sold a trunk brace because it wouldn't fit after a "big impact". what kind of damage was it? is there any other damage?

Thanks for your inquiry. The current state of the car is described in great detail in the original post. I've been told I made the post too long (my bad) but it's all there. I tried to be as detailed as possible in my description of the car.

You're welcome to see the car in person if you're interested. Let me know.

Dknepp
08-21-2013, 01:26 AM
Very nice s13 man 👍👍

Nacho_240
10-13-2013, 11:03 PM
Probably last bump before thread gets locked

UPDATE 10/13/2013: I'm dropping my asking price one final time to $8,100! This price is STUPID low considering the extensive list of quality parts, the condition of the car and the meticulous detail-oriented approach of the build. The car recently received a full inspection; the engine is stout. Compression test showed 160-165 psi all around. No oil/coolant/brake/clutch fluid leaks. Brake pads & rotors well within spec. Let's give this car a new home!

chaldean408
10-15-2013, 12:15 PM
Interested in a trade for a kouki sr s14??

Nacho_240
10-19-2013, 05:53 PM
Please lock thread. Car is sold!