FT: 1997 Kouki, M5, Red, 194k Clean & Cared-For

[Rushin]

Before you read further:
Price - $OLD; Please lock thread.
Please don't expend your energy typing to tell me it's too high; I know it is and I'm not trying to sell outright.

For inquiries, please PM me as I do not check the threads often.

Location - Central Alabama
YMM - 1997 Nissan 240SX SE
Trans - 5-speed
Color - Red

I am interested in seeing what is currently available on the market for trade. I have had possession of this car since October 2013, and have consistently and meticulously taken care of it. I received it almost completely stock, with an automatic and factory radio/speakers at 189k miles. It was previously owned by an older guy that used it as his daily driver and I had no intention on changing that, besides making it more comfortable. I have fixed many issues with it, and I'm fairly anal about maintenance and cleanliness. This car has never been drifted or raced.

The Bad:
- 196k miles (very minor puff of oil only on takeoff, probably valve stem seal)
- Clear is faded/gone on the hood and front bumper (is last on my to-do list)
- XXR 962s :facepalm:
- The HVAC buttons do not light up
- Passenger side steering rack boot torn (will be replacing shortly)

The Good:
- Kouki, with all the sought-after Kouki items (tails, skirts, little center console/cup holder divider, etc.)
- No sunroof (less hassles, and according to some, rare)
- Flawless, uncracked interior
- JVC Arsenal Bluetooth HU, Pioneer 6.5"s all around, prewired for sub (currently piecing a good 12" sub setup)
- 5-speed, ISIS v2 shifter, Exedy clutch, new master/slave, 1-piece driveshaft
- 9K Racing CF cooling panel
- Wilwood front brakes, SS lines all around
- New front wheel bearings
- New ES poly steering rack bushings, new Moog tie-rod ends, fresh alignment
- New-ish Megan coils
- 20% tint
- A/C and heat work great
- OEM floor mats, OEM lip, OEM mud flaps
- OEM fogs, TRS 4300k HIDs for that OEM look and quality

There are other minor details I may be forgetting, but we can talk about those if you offer something interesting. I could throw in a freshened-up J30 rear, Peakboost KA top-mount manifold, downpipe, and a Garrett 60-1, if you're interested. Thanks for looking!

How I received the car (first 2 pics), followed by current pictures:

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[Rushin]

To the top, friends!

[93smallblock]

Interested in trade for a Harley?

[lrb99]

Trade you a mint 94 mustang 5.0 custom paint leather interior all in great shape I have a cam and trick flow intake. 517-204-5886 text for pics. Lmk

[Rushin]

Bump for the night.

[silviasandbeer]

that cooling panel tho! ;)

[Rushin]

You got that right! Going up guys.

[Kingtal0n]

It looks gorgeous, and I dont just mean the paint.

I would love to see some pics of the frame rails / pinch weld though :D


I am also curious how you have "new front wheel bearings" because they are impossible (nearly) to replace, you must have also installed new hubs (If you DID replace the wheel bearing I would love to know where you got new ones from, as Nissan does not sell them... )

[KR5]

I am also curious how you have "new front wheel bearings" because they are impossible (nearly) to replace, you must have also installed new hubs (If you DID replace the wheel bearing I would love to know where you got new ones from, as Nissan does not sell them... )

Front hubs are not impossible to replace, just takes some time. Buying new OEM hubs is still possible aswell. I bought mine a couple years ago new from Everythingnissan; might be more expensive then aftermarket, but was worht it for me.

[KR5]

Clean AJ4! And do the 240s a favor and please dont budge on the price. GLWS

[Rushin]

Hey guys, thanks for the kind words. I should probably mention that it is a non-sunroof car. I'll get some pics of the frame rails later this week when I do the alignment. The PWs are not in the best shape from the previous owner, but I've definitely seen much worse.

[rebornS14]

I replaced my front hubs that come with bearings from Fontana Nissan. Very very much available.

[Rushin]

Yup, had a guy at Carquest order OEM hubs for me. To the top.

[Rushin]

Going up TTT.

[RB180sxChris]

bump for a fellow kouki owner....your car is CLEAN Bro!

[Hoffman5982]

Trade?

http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i40/hoffman91/10431375_678757882172896_478804381545470018_o_zps3 3f5ed71.jpg
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i40/hoffman91/20140530_145314_zpse9f256fb.jpg
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i40/hoffman91/20140927_162829_zpsyrbnup9g.jpg

Now has these wheels:
http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i40/hoffman91/Mobile%20Uploads/20140927_162912_zpsbbacf9ee.jpg

[Rushin]

No thanks.

[bamaboy]

is this thing still automatic?

[Rushin]

No, it's a 5-speed. Updated the original post with pinch weld/frame rail pictures. Under there, I noticed the driver's side frame rail looking rough from previous owner. Pinch welds have seen better days but aren't bent out of shape.

[Rushin]

Going up again.

[Rushin]

To the top guys.

[jdmchuckiwill]

Figured I'd give it a shot. But I have a 02 Infiniti g20 sport, sr20de rr motor with 5 speed LSD , 125k all original miles. Everything works , installed very rare jdm glass housed hid headlights. Body is decent. Some small dents and clear is fading. Motor is strong and runs great. If your interested text me and I'll send some pics. 6153366164

[Rushin]

Sorry man, I think I'll pass on that. Thanks for the offer however.

[Rushin]

Bump for the day.

[yosemiteloc8]

Trade....Maybe?

http://humboldt.craigslist.org/cto/4715169201.html
Luc
3107209316

[Rushin]

Sorry man, think I'll pass. Not really a big Honda man. It would have to be the right one. Bump.

[Slideways74]

Trade?

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m157/slideways74/landcruiser_zps7316ebe2.jpg (http://s103.photobucket.com/user/slideways74/media/landcruiser_zps7316ebe2.jpg.html)

[KendallH]

Trade? http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=551938

I know its a project but your post didn't really indicate what you were looking to trade for. LMK

[Rushin]

PMed. Also bump on the thread.

[Rushin]

After weekend bump TTT.

[JetBlackGT]

PM'd and emailed.

[Rushin]

I'll go ahead and bump this again.

[Toomuchboost12]

Bump for a fellow 97 Kouki Owner !

[Cjkouki2010]

Bump for legit kouki. Deffinantly not over priced, I want 10k for mine

[-SpOoLiN-]

Think I seen this going onto fort Benning the other day.

[Rushin]

Thanks for the love guys! And no, I'm not near Ft. Benning. Must have been a lookalike.

[Rushin]

Going up TTT!

[Ryan.m.b]

I'd do $6k for this..

[Rushin]

PM me if you're interested. Bump TTT.

[Y0SH]

Trade for a 1j R154 cressida?

[Rushin]

PM me some details please.

[Rushin]

PMs replied to.

[Y0SH]

Sorry it took so long to get back to you. I sent you an email with some pics and info.

[afro_brizs14]

where did u find the manual transmission for the KA? i also have an automatic s14 that i want to convert but i haven't found what i need. i wanted to do an sr20 trans and KA manual bell housing because its easier to find an SR20 trans with paper work.