tales of me trying to buy a freaking fb.
01-28-03, 04:58 PM
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tales of me trying to buy a freaking fb.
checked out another fb today.
silver gsl with 227,000kms. woth front fenders damaged(one badly), slightly caved lip on the rear wheelwell. needed new muffler. some storage bin rust on both sides.
I had him meet me at work so i could have the mechanics take a look at it.
guy wants waaay too much for it considering mileage and condition-- 2500can dollars. so scratch that one.
new lead:
84 MAZDA RX7 GSL, FLAWLESS LEATHER INTERIOR, POWER WINDOWS, POWER BRAKES, SUNROOF, WHITE, CAR IN GREAT SHAPE, SAT FOR 2 YRS, NEW TIRES, RUNS GREAT $2000can OBO.
called the guy: he was surprised that the add was posted so quickly online, and told me the car was a mint gsl, but he was putting in a new 98,000 KM engine, since the old one was blown. he even lives like 15 blocks from me. the only problem the car is still in the shop fir the engine and wont be out for a few days.
the problem is is that it sat in storage (inside) for a long time, and has an aftermarket exaust(possibly no cats either) that may not pass aircare. i dont know how easy it will be to make this thing pass. and if it costs more than 500$can to do, i will be in serious trouble, since it won't be insurable untill that's done.
he said to call back in a couple of days and he should have the car ready by then. this one looks exciting!
silver gsl with 227,000kms. woth front fenders damaged(one badly), slightly caved lip on the rear wheelwell. needed new muffler. some storage bin rust on both sides.
I had him meet me at work so i could have the mechanics take a look at it.
guy wants waaay too much for it considering mileage and condition-- 2500can dollars. so scratch that one.
new lead:
84 MAZDA RX7 GSL, FLAWLESS LEATHER INTERIOR, POWER WINDOWS, POWER BRAKES, SUNROOF, WHITE, CAR IN GREAT SHAPE, SAT FOR 2 YRS, NEW TIRES, RUNS GREAT $2000can OBO.
called the guy: he was surprised that the add was posted so quickly online, and told me the car was a mint gsl, but he was putting in a new 98,000 KM engine, since the old one was blown. he even lives like 15 blocks from me. the only problem the car is still in the shop fir the engine and wont be out for a few days.
the problem is is that it sat in storage (inside) for a long time, and has an aftermarket exaust(possibly no cats either) that may not pass aircare. i dont know how easy it will be to make this thing pass. and if it costs more than 500$can to do, i will be in serious trouble, since it won't be insurable untill that's done.
he said to call back in a couple of days and he should have the car ready by then. this one looks exciting!
01-28-03, 06:49 PM
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you could always buy mine which i am considering selling 
i'm just over in Victoria .....
84 GSL, Weber 45DCOE, RB Headers + exhaust, MSD coils, 9mm wires, full Energy Polyurithane suspension kit, 205/60's 80% tread, 40,000km on 12A bought from the dealership, new steering box 1 year ago, new metallic silver paint 2 years ago, spare transmission with 105,000km on it, second rear sway bar (i think the thinner one made for 1st gens .. thicker one on car), new front wheel bearings, full stock intake system stuffed in a big cardboard box
, Autometer autolite oil psi gauge (brushed aluminum finnish) "not installed yet", clarion cassete w/ 12disc changer, 120W MTX amp, 6.5inch fosgate components in custom pannels in doors, 6.5inch coax in rear stock locations, new rotors and pads less than a year ago....
im "considering" selling it if its worth my while, so if your interested email me at fredoon@hotmail.com
i'm just over in Victoria ..... 84 GSL, Weber 45DCOE, RB Headers + exhaust, MSD coils, 9mm wires, full Energy Polyurithane suspension kit, 205/60's 80% tread, 40,000km on 12A bought from the dealership, new steering box 1 year ago, new metallic silver paint 2 years ago, spare transmission with 105,000km on it, second rear sway bar (i think the thinner one made for 1st gens .. thicker one on car), new front wheel bearings, full stock intake system stuffed in a big cardboard box
, Autometer autolite oil psi gauge (brushed aluminum finnish) "not installed yet", clarion cassete w/ 12disc changer, 120W MTX amp, 6.5inch fosgate components in custom pannels in doors, 6.5inch coax in rear stock locations, new rotors and pads less than a year ago....im "considering" selling it if its worth my while, so if your interested email me at fredoon@hotmail.com
01-28-03, 08:53 PM
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GT1: that car sounds pretty good. How much are you looking to get?
Thorin: I have a stock 85GSL in NorCal with 54k actual miles. Clutch slips. Power is down a tad so I'm lugging a new Bonerz cat around under the hatch, waiting to get a new muffler. Interior is cherry except for a wear spot on the drivers side bolster. LF fender is creased, but I have a new one at the house awaiting paint and R&R. I plan to replace some tires , repair and lower driver seat, re-paint the whole thing (as the paint is dull, tho it looks OK).
Nice car, and I have no idea what it's worth. Probably a little north of $2000US because of it's low mileage and lack of abuse. Make me an offer and save me from marital hell, as I expect to drag an 84GSL-SE home next weekend to join the 83GS and 85GSL in the driveway. If I don't do this right I may have to sleep in one of the cars; hard to do when you're 6'2", especially a GSL.
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Thorin: I have a stock 85GSL in NorCal with 54k actual miles. Clutch slips. Power is down a tad so I'm lugging a new Bonerz cat around under the hatch, waiting to get a new muffler. Interior is cherry except for a wear spot on the drivers side bolster. LF fender is creased, but I have a new one at the house awaiting paint and R&R. I plan to replace some tires , repair and lower driver seat, re-paint the whole thing (as the paint is dull, tho it looks OK).
Nice car, and I have no idea what it's worth. Probably a little north of $2000US because of it's low mileage and lack of abuse. Make me an offer and save me from marital hell, as I expect to drag an 84GSL-SE home next weekend to join the 83GS and 85GSL in the driveway. If I don't do this right I may have to sleep in one of the cars; hard to do when you're 6'2", especially a GSL.
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01-28-03, 09:26 PM
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Originally posted by bliffle
GT1: that car sounds pretty good. How much are you looking to get?
Thorin: I have a stock 85GSL in NorCal with 54k actual miles. Clutch slips. Power is down a tad so I'm lugging a new Bonerz cat around under the hatch, waiting to get a new muffler. Interior is cherry except for a wear spot on the drivers side bolster. LF fender is creased, but I have a new one at the house awaiting paint and R&R. I plan to replace some tires , repair and lower driver seat, re-paint the whole thing (as the paint is dull, tho it looks OK).
Nice car, and I have no idea what it's worth. Probably a little north of $2000US because of it's low mileage and lack of abuse. Make me an offer and save me from marital hell, as I expect to drag an 84GSL-SE home next weekend to join the 83GS and 85GSL in the driveway. If I don't do this right I may have to sleep in one of the cars; hard to do when you're 6'2", especially a GSL.
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GT1: that car sounds pretty good. How much are you looking to get?
Thorin: I have a stock 85GSL in NorCal with 54k actual miles. Clutch slips. Power is down a tad so I'm lugging a new Bonerz cat around under the hatch, waiting to get a new muffler. Interior is cherry except for a wear spot on the drivers side bolster. LF fender is creased, but I have a new one at the house awaiting paint and R&R. I plan to replace some tires , repair and lower driver seat, re-paint the whole thing (as the paint is dull, tho it looks OK).
Nice car, and I have no idea what it's worth. Probably a little north of $2000US because of it's low mileage and lack of abuse. Make me an offer and save me from marital hell, as I expect to drag an 84GSL-SE home next weekend to join the 83GS and 85GSL in the driveway. If I don't do this right I may have to sleep in one of the cars; hard to do when you're 6'2", especially a GSL.
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01-29-03, 12:40 AM
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I have no idea how much i'm gonna ask for my car ... I don't realy wanna sell it but i need to go really practical eventually cause of school costs 
... i'll reluctantly sell my baby if i get a decient offer .. if you have any suggestions for an asking price i'd appreciate input.
thanks
... i'll reluctantly sell my baby if i get a decient offer .. if you have any suggestions for an asking price i'd appreciate input.thanks
01-29-03, 06:54 AM
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Originally posted by bliffle
No rust on my cars.
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No rust on my cars.
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can I come and live in your shed/garage/basement anything ! 
You guys are sooooooooooooo lucky !
Last edited by MikeLMR; 01-29-03 at 06:56 AM.
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