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Old 05-21-07, 09:37 PM
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I was looking at a 1993 RX-7 and it's got 150k miles on it and the dude says that it blows white smoke occassionally and was wondering if I am just gonna have problems with it? I've also heard that you should do a engine swap not to long after 100k. So does it sound like I would be buying a trouble or not? He wants $11,500 for it.
Old 05-22-07, 10:35 AM
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my guess is that if its got 150k on the engine then it is probably on its last leg, most people dont make it past 100k
Old 05-22-07, 11:23 AM
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What do ya think that white smoke might be from? Do ya think it's worth the money or should I try to have him lower the price or just not even bother with the car?
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if it's white smoke it's a coolant seal going, if it's bluish it's an oil seal, both are bad. i'd look for a different car
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