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Old Mar 31, 2006 | 09:32 AM
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i need help

im thinking of buying this 88 FC for 3.5k for my 1st car can u guys take a look for me and tell me if its a good deal or not? and also if i get it what kind of things do i have to know about owning an FC
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...=en&cardist=33

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Old Mar 31, 2006 | 09:52 AM
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I wouldnt pay that much for it, you can get a t2 for that price.
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Old Mar 31, 2006 | 10:02 AM
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it looks nice but a little pricey. for that price you get a running TII that needs a little work or for just a little more you can get a really nice one. browse around the for sale section.look in the FAQ thread at the top of this section and read up on what to look for when buying a 2nd gen.


that car may be worth the asking price but theres not enough info on it and not enough pics.
take your time and dont jump on the first 1 you see. good luck.
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Old Mar 31, 2006 | 10:03 AM
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As far as things to look for, please read the FAQ for FC sticky thread found at the top of this, the 2nd RX-7 technical section. In the FAQ for FC you will find links for things to look for and to be aware of.

and he is asking about twice what that car is worth. At best it is worth $2000
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Old Mar 31, 2006 | 10:17 AM
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should i bargain the price down to 1700 then?
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Old Mar 31, 2006 | 10:27 AM
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Shoot down even lower, I wouldnt pay more than 800 for that
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 09:35 AM
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what price do u guys think i should ask him for it then?

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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 10:46 AM
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Start low and work up, but make sure to save some extra money to get the car a set of matching rims

But in my opinion you can find much better at a lower price. Like the others said try to find something in the forum "for sale" section.
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 08:21 PM
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well wat if i cant find any other fc in my area wat are some good buyers tips u guys can give me for THAT fc
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 08:43 PM
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well wat if i cant find any other fc in my area wat are some good buyers tips u guys can give me for THAT fc

Look farther away, becuase if you buy a car you can drive a decent home without any issues, its a keeper.
Have you checked out recycler or craigslist?

My 86 was a craigslist special, paid $400 from a 700 asking price.

My best advice to you is take your time.
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 09:18 PM
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Originally Posted by kungfuroy
Look farther away, becuase if you buy a car you can drive a decent home without any issues, its a keeper.
Have you checked out recycler or craigslist?

My 86 was a craigslist special, paid $400 from a 700 asking price.

My best advice to you is take your time.
lol thanks man i looked in craiglist n look wat i found =D
http://www.craigslist.org/pen/car/146875435.html
so wat do u guys think of this one then?
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 09:30 PM
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It has a dead engine, you could leverage that to bring the price down further. Thats if you can fix it or get it fixed
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Old Apr 1, 2006 | 09:51 PM
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it looks like a good deal since it seems he spent alot of money on it and all u need to do is fix the engine how much does that cost for FCs? i think i might buy the car then bring it to this rotary shop near by
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