THRICEdude
05-08-2004, 01:15 AM
Hey guys,
I've loved 240s for a while now and I've decided its time to ditch my Integra and go for one, but I need some help judging the value of a particular car I'm looking at right now...Here's the specs:
1992 240sx LE hatchback, White
109k miles
5 speed
The Good:
-Supposedly near-new clutch
-Decent tires, but one is a different type due to a flat.
-ABSOLUTELY SPOTLESS gray leather interior. Looks absolutely brand new. No joke.
-Nice Clifford alarm with keyless entry, window rolldown, backup battery.
-6 cd changer in trunk
The Bad:
-The owner seemed proud that he changed the oil every 3k miles (or so he says) but he never topped it off between changes. When I checked it out, the oil level only just reached the first bend on the dipstick. He said it had been about 3-4k since the last oil change. How bad is this?
-There's a dent in the rear left quarterpanel, about the size of a golf ball. It's right on the furthest rear part of the quarter panel, just under the taillight. The impact also messed up the back bumper: It'll need new paint and its tilted down towards the ground a bit. The bottom of the bumper where it meets the quarter panel is slightly bent.
-Cracked windshield, needs to be replaced
-One headlight out
-SLIGHT ticking from under valve cover
-Finish on wheels is totally salt-eaten away.
The Ugly:
RUST!!! It's been sitting out near the ocean for a long time it seems, and has what seems like a somewhat bad case of rust. I could see rust just starting to creep out from under the spoiler, which leads me to believe that it's probably rusted through under there. The worst part, though, is that there is rust right along the top of the windshield seal on the roof. It's kindof continuous small spots, with one pencil sized hole in one place. Not good. Also, the hood latch area was rather surface-rusty. Also some surface rust around the hatch hinges. He has some funky chrome fender flares on it, and I'm hoping there's no rust trapped under those. I'll also check the wheel wells and frame rails when I see it again.
I'll try to get pictures of all of this stuff, maybe this weekend when I check it out again. Basically the dent in the back, under the spoiler, and along the windshield really need some attention. He is asking $2500. With all the body work that it needs, I think I might get it if he'll drop closer to $1800. Blue book is $2650. Comments, suggestions, anyone? What do you guys think it's worth, based on the description? I'm really drawn to the spotless interior and alarm, and low mileage engine. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
-Max
I've loved 240s for a while now and I've decided its time to ditch my Integra and go for one, but I need some help judging the value of a particular car I'm looking at right now...Here's the specs:
1992 240sx LE hatchback, White
109k miles
5 speed
The Good:
-Supposedly near-new clutch
-Decent tires, but one is a different type due to a flat.
-ABSOLUTELY SPOTLESS gray leather interior. Looks absolutely brand new. No joke.
-Nice Clifford alarm with keyless entry, window rolldown, backup battery.
-6 cd changer in trunk
The Bad:
-The owner seemed proud that he changed the oil every 3k miles (or so he says) but he never topped it off between changes. When I checked it out, the oil level only just reached the first bend on the dipstick. He said it had been about 3-4k since the last oil change. How bad is this?
-There's a dent in the rear left quarterpanel, about the size of a golf ball. It's right on the furthest rear part of the quarter panel, just under the taillight. The impact also messed up the back bumper: It'll need new paint and its tilted down towards the ground a bit. The bottom of the bumper where it meets the quarter panel is slightly bent.
-Cracked windshield, needs to be replaced
-One headlight out
-SLIGHT ticking from under valve cover
-Finish on wheels is totally salt-eaten away.
The Ugly:
RUST!!! It's been sitting out near the ocean for a long time it seems, and has what seems like a somewhat bad case of rust. I could see rust just starting to creep out from under the spoiler, which leads me to believe that it's probably rusted through under there. The worst part, though, is that there is rust right along the top of the windshield seal on the roof. It's kindof continuous small spots, with one pencil sized hole in one place. Not good. Also, the hood latch area was rather surface-rusty. Also some surface rust around the hatch hinges. He has some funky chrome fender flares on it, and I'm hoping there's no rust trapped under those. I'll also check the wheel wells and frame rails when I see it again.
I'll try to get pictures of all of this stuff, maybe this weekend when I check it out again. Basically the dent in the back, under the spoiler, and along the windshield really need some attention. He is asking $2500. With all the body work that it needs, I think I might get it if he'll drop closer to $1800. Blue book is $2650. Comments, suggestions, anyone? What do you guys think it's worth, based on the description? I'm really drawn to the spotless interior and alarm, and low mileage engine. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
-Max