Q: Where Can I Find Used Gtr 34 Nissan skylines for sale in California?
I need Prices for the 02 version…. Links Please,Thanks.

A: The R34 is illegal to import and own in the US. Only the ones imported by Motorex have a Federal Bond Release to prevent the US from confiscating it from you.

Good luck finding one for sale because of these reasons. You’re better off looking for an R33 Skyline available for sale.

Q: Where Can I Find a Used Gtr 34 Nissan skylines for sale in California?
I need Prices for the 02 version…. Links Please,Thanks

A: Specialty cars like that were made in so low production numbers for Japan and right hand drive countrys just finding one will be hard. Also high performance cars get rebuilt after wrecks so be very careful selecting a R34 GT-R. Not just any one will pass California Smog laws. Make sure you have all the EPA and DOT certification paperwork and call in help from the DMV make sure you buy a legal example. The new 2010 GTR only cost $83,000 each

Q: Will a Nissan Skyline GTR still be for sale in a few years?
I absolutely love Nissan Skylines. They are the most amazing and beautiful car I have ever seen in my life (my opinion). I have 1 year until I can start driving and my parents already agreed to buy my first car. Since the Nissan GTR is $85k+, I wont be getting one of those. But it would be my dream, to own an R33 or R34. But I have not seen many in America for sale (I dont mind paying for it to be imported from Europe or so). I know your all probably saying (your spoiled, or you shouldnt be getting such a fast car for your first) Well thats my choice, and ill learn from my mistakes and I dont not post this question to get criticized so please HELP me out.

My question is: Within 1-2 years, will Nissan Skylines R33-R34 still be around for sale? I know its not easy to predict that, but any Skyline owners might know? I really appreciate all helpful answers and my next step towards my dream. Thanks so much everybody!

A: Older Skylines will def be around for sale then myself a good few years ago owned an R32 model and that was an old model then,atm i drive an R33 Spec 2 Skyline which i have owned for a good few years now but i am selling for an R34 GTT but i see plenty for sale.

The Skylines will be for sale for a longtime yet and just become classic cars.

These are a few vids i took and borrowed of a few weeks ago at a Skyline World record i took part in.
Borrowed.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyumLyQihiQ&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQTFaE3JMxQ&feature=related

took

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExbseKro2Cc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOgFZiL5Ns8

On there you see old skyline going strong so they will def be around for many years now.

And as for making the Skyline Nissan still make the Nissan Skyline although it changed to what you know as the infiniti G35.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_skyline

Q: When does the Nissan GTR come into dealers?
I’ve been waiting for a loooooong time for the GTR to come into dealers, and I haven’t seen a single commercial for it, even when I heard that it was supposed to start sales in early June. I can’t drive yet, but I would like to know when the GTR would come into dealers around South Brunswick. A specific date would be helpful. Thanks. ☺☺☺
I do know the base price for the GTR is going to be 70 some thousand dollars without extra’s.

A: i am in my third day of gtr training in northeast, got to drive it today too, we have our gtr showing up on july 11 or so, training is being done by who is getting cars when, you would have to check with local gtr dealer. VERY expensive parts. 1200.00 each rotor 850.00 front brake pads about 900.00 just for trans fluid, but the car is built to race and they want you to do it too!

Q: Does anybody want to buy a Nissan Skyline? They are both street legal in the US!?
I have 2 Nissan Skylines for sale. One is a 1990 r32 Gts-turbo. The other is a 1991 r32 GTR twin turbo. Both these cars are right hand drive and have a manual tranny. Let me know people, these things move quickly over here in the states.
if you have questions please email me at puma3zx@yahoo.com.

A: how much u want for em?

Q: where can i find a gtr r-34, for sale, at a reasonable price. close to texas.?
nissan skyline

A: I had a link to a garage in Texas whom was selling the R32 and R33 gtr but they have all gone now .
The R34 will be a killer to find or a killer to import unless you have the money,as even here in the UK where there are plenty the price is still really high.
If your going for a R34 it might be worth seeing what will be needed to be done to get one to you paperwork and what emissions etc is needed as it seems each state is different .

Then even go for the R34 GTT as it will be cheaper at the start and you can still reach GTR power.Also there is often many GTS-T versions on eBay.com with all the US paperwork,i know these are older versions but are still great cars and again can reach GTR bhp and are cheaper to start off with.

Q: Is the Nissan SKYLINE COUPE GT-t legal in the U.S?
I’m 16 and trying to buy a tuner! I like all tuner’s. But Nissan’s intrigue me! I was looking at Skylines and I tried to buy one in Japan! I got an e-mail saying I needed to register it! Originally it was a Skyline Gtr r32!
I did my research and found out I couldn’t import it. Now i have my sight on two Skyline’s

http://www.japan-partner.com/Auto/8176/Nissan/SKYLINE+COUPE/car-for-sale.html [This one]

and this one http://www.japan-partner.com/Auto/6983/Nissan/SKYLINE/car-for-sale.html

I know the second one is U.S street legal but what about the first one?
Can I still buy it without getting it imported?

A: It is good to see you on the Nissan route myself i am on my 5th Nissan and 6th soon hopefully.

Skyline wise the rules seem to be there but with so many skylines getting in the US one way or another and many owners being pulled over with no problems it seems to be a matter of if the right work is done on the car and the right paperwork is produced then there is no problems,but again the issue is state to state as i hear some states require more work to be done to make it street legal whilst others require that bit less work.
So the first angle would be to find out if you can have a skyline in your state and what is required for it to be street legal.It is true that Motorex did provide the crash test data for the spec 2 R33 so this is the easy route to take,and after all a really really good version of the skyline well its the version i have at the moment.But there are loads of owners driving other versions,so it seems to be a matter of the right paperwork and money and you will get one.
http://trialuk.com/
seems to be an importer that has some link to shipping to the US.

Q: Where can you buy a Nissan Skyline?
I’ve seen Skylines for sale on like ebay and things like that, but their called skyline gtr’s, and are they really $80k.?

A: Nissan sells the new R35 GT-R

and newer Skyline models are sold in the US as infiniti G35’s etc

Nissan never sold Skylines out of Japan apart from a few sold into the UK all others are grey imports,there are a good few in the US brought through different loopholes etc and as long as you have the legal papers which meet the state the car is in then that is fine and al required mods have been done.

You will also see GTS GTS-T GT GTT GTS4 GT4 etc models sold these are also great cars and offer great tuning abilities,with the R33 single turbo versions good for 1000bhp and a mass of aftermarket parts out there.

Q: Is $17,999 a good price for a Nissan Skyline?
Year: 1992
Make: Nissan
Model: GTR-32

Stock# GTRS26
Drivetrain: AWD
Mileage: 26,000
Transmission: 5 Speed Manual
Colour: Silver

Sale Price:$17,999 CDN (includes shipping to Toronto, GST, 6.1% duty, customs & brokerage fees)

Single Turbo RB26DET! Engine is well modified with quality parts.

AC,PS,PW, Tons of quality aftermarket parts from comanies like Tomei. Volk SE37 18″ AW, Aftermarket Oil Cooler/Intercooler/Radiator/Nismo gauges/Nismo Clutch and lots more

im just wondering becuse i will be looking to buy in the near future not exactly this one but this is an example..i say its a fare deal but id like to see what more enthuasiasts have to say…thanks guys

p.s its all canadian money, it will be staying in ontario canada as well

A: It sounds a great buy and not that expensive for the car it is,best thing is compare it to other Skyline which are selling where you live,check out ebay and import firms for that.
But for the car it is you can’t go wrong with a look after Skyline,and there not a car you will need to change often and it ticks all the boxes with speed looks and room and body styles to keep you going for a long time.

Get on Skylineowners.com before you look at one as there is a buyers guide on there site having maintenance atm else i would have given you the link also it a free forum.
One thing i did notice was you said RB26det against the rb26dett as the GTR came as a twin turbo only and the gts was the non turbo and the gts-t was the single turbo version.

Q: the new GTR specs for the us?
US SPEC INFORMATION: The 2009 Nissan GT-R will go on sale in the United States in June of 2008 with a base price of $69,850. The premium model will sell for $71,900, and will include a Bose sound system, side airbags, and heated seats. The Bose system consists of 11 speakers mounted in rigid aluminum diecast panels. The car’s pre-order program, available through select US dealers, will begin in January.

2009 Nissan GT-R: Awesome From Afar

The 2009 Nissan GT-R has broken cover. Or rather, several well-known automotive media outlets have blown its cover! When the December 2007 cover of Motor Trend got leaked (or swiped) from the printer, press embargoes were tossed aside, along with it the thin veil of secrecy the GT-R was still hiding. Namely its off-the-chart performance numbers: 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds, 11.7-second quarter mile, and top speed of 193 mph. Better still, the supercar is expected to be in the amazingly affordable $70-80K range.

Unveiled at Last

The black covers that hid the GT-R’s nose are gone and reveal a chiseled carbon fiber nose piece, flanked on both sides by small canards molded into the bumper itself. Look closely, and you can see how the deep front splitter directs air to the radiator and around the car. The sleek shape of the new R35 is a commendably slick 0.27 Cd (co-efficient of drag). Twin NACA ducts in the hood channel air directly to the small IHI turbos located underneath. They’re not the only low-drag aero devices used on the car, either. The front fenders have functional air ducts that sweep back from the sides of the car, drawing heat away from the engine compartment. One detail not readily apparent is the rear carbon-fiber splitter that uses airflow under the chassis to develop downforce. While standard practice for LeMans prototypes, these types of details are reserved for only a few road-going machines. Nissan engineers knew the enormous performance envelope for this car would require every (aero) trick in the book! Rear styling of the R35 features the iconic twin round taillights of the GT-R series. All in all, Nissan stylists have created a modern, functional shape that pays appropriate homage to the legendary line.

V-6 Power First for GT-R

Looking under the hood of the new PM (Prime Midship) chassis reveals the front-mounted engine is mounted far back for better weight distribution. But there’s no blown straight six for this thoroughly modern supercar. The new twin turbocharged 3.8 liter V-6 is named the VR38 and puts out 473 hp at 6,400 rpm and 433 lb-ft of torque at 5,200 rpm in its initial state of tune. No doubt Nissan will have more on tap for the future, but all appearances suggest that this is the engine to be federalized for North American use. Expect the compact IHI turbos to have little to none of the dreaded turbo lag of years past. An extremely clean turbo installation utilizes separate plenums and tuned intake runners for each bank of the engine. Expect to hear more details on this amazing powerplant in the near future.

Meanwhile, a carbon fiber prop shaft transfers power to the rear- mounted transaxle. Utilizing a six-speed, direct-drive semi-automatic gearbox, Nissan’s latest AWD creation can vary power delivery from 50/50 (front/rear) to 2/98 for heavy acceleration. By utilizing the paddle shifters, GT-R pilots may sample full-throttle, no lift upshifts, and computer-guided downshifts with full rev matching. The GT-R’s suspension is more familiar, with twin wishbones up front and a five-link rear. The dampers are electronically controlled, with three separate programs (race, sport and comfort) available at the touch of a button. More extreme are the 20” alloy wheels with massive six-piston Brembo (front) and four-piston (rear) calipers with equally enormous 15.2” rotors. You’ll need that kind of stopping power, as the latest R35 is expected to tip the scales at a touch over 3,792 pounds.

Silken Hammer

Inside the cockpit, it’s luxury blended with pure performance. Racing-style leather seats with large side bolsters will hold you (and your passengers) in place, although I’m not sure anyone really wants to be tossed around in the smallish 2+2 seats in back! A beautifully sculpted instrument panel features a center-mounted tach (with a 7K redline) and a smaller speedo on the left. The instruments move up and down with the steering wheel, so each driver can find the perfect position. Nissan continues their superb job in blending traditional control surfaces with cutting edge technology. A good example is the center stack with traditional HVAC controls in the center and a large video screen just above this. Toggling through this display provides such diverse information as turbo boost, g-loadings, engine performance parameters and which of the really hot girls is lusting for a ride in your new GT-R. OK, I made that last one up. Step into the new R35 and you’ll find everybody wants a ride!

A: Bad ass. I’ve wanted one since i saw the nurburgring shots 2 years ago. Nissan knows how to build it. Finally, godzilla in the us.

Q: Mazda RX8 for sale………????
Just wondering if anybody knows of a RX8 going for around 8,000$ with miles atleast under 120,000

A: To dispute Kenny’s obvious thorough knowledge of the RX8 and all things rotary…

0-60 in 5.9 seconds is pretty quick. Other cars are faster in a straight line but very few can keep up with the 8 on a road course…which is what the car was designed for.

The Wankel Rotary engine does consume oil by design. A small amount is injected into the combustion chambers to lubricate the apex and side seals. You’ll probably need to add 1 quart between 3000 mile oil changes. This is hardly “eating” oil.

They are no more expensive to maintain than any other motor. In fact since they are such a simple design with no pistons, valves, camshafts, rocker arms, connecting rods, etc, maintenance can be cheaper provided the motor is properly cared for. Rotary’s tend to either run or not run. With only 3 moving parts to the basic motor if something goes wrong you either rebuild or replace the motor. The cost of 2 cylinder head rebuilds on my old Eagle Talon’s 4G63 Mitsu motor was more than the cost of a rebuilt rotary engine. I’ll never have to worry about that on my RX8.

Now, stating all that…finding a reliable one at the price you specify is a real long shot. You might find one a wholesale auction in that range, but I would REALLY recommend finding one under 100K miles as Mazda’s motor warranty is 8 year/100K miles (provided you or Mazda has appropriate maintenance records).

Buying a used rotary engined car always carries the risk of needing a new motor. They can be very reliable **if** properly maintained, but can die early if not. Unless you know the seller and know it was maintained correctly then you should assume and budget for a motor rebuild/replacement.

Q: Does the Mazda RX8 come with a turbo?
I don’t know much about the RX8’s, im a 1st and 2nd gen eclipse turbo man, but I found an RX8 for sale with a turbo that I may be interested in and was just wondering if some were made with and without turbos by the factory. Just wondering if it could be an actual stock turbo or aftermarket.

A: the turbo would be after market, the RX-8 came with a naturally aspirated rotary engine. truth is if you are considering buying a car, i would go for the Nissan 350Z over the RX-8. they are direct competition, yet i would choose the nissan without any hesitation. it looks better, is more powerful and most importantly more reliable. rotary engines can be a massive pain in the ass.

Q: used car sale on craigslist! possible scam?
i was in the craigslist site and I saw a mazda rx8 for sale at $2,800 so i wasnt sure about this. I sent this guy emails to kind of get some more information out him, but i only got more info about the car and a transaction deal with ebay. I would appreciate if you can leave your email so i can send you a copy and tell me what you think. Thank you.
@alfredb1 the black rx8 with the chrome rims was the one I saw. i guess all of you are right. The guy I emailed didnt send me an address or a phone number which makes it more obvious that it is a scam. Thank you for your time.

A: No need to send anything.

It’s too good to be true = scam. You are not in line for a cheap RX8, so no need to be secretive here.

This would be one of those examples.

Which one of these RX8s did you think you were getting–out of the 18 listed–anyway?

http://www.craiglook.com/cars.html?q=mazda+rx8&g=2800&l=2800

Q: 2005 Mazda RX8 should i buy? 40k miles clean car fax never had recall or anything. sound good?
A local BMW dealer has the car for sale, i figured by 40k it woulda had the engine recall already so do you guys think its ok now?

A: Get the VIN# and go check with a Mazda dealership to see what they have on the car.

There are 2 main recalls for the ’05s. One is an engine check (compression and vacuum leakdown test) and the other was for heat shielding for the exhaust. You can also make sure the car qualifies for the factory-extended core motor warranty of 8 year/100K miles. If it qualifies and everything else looks good then you should be safe to purchase.

Since you don’t know how the motor was cared for it would be good to assume it may have some carbon build-up issues. If the motor was tested a while ago you may want to have it done again. Then I’d recommend doing a carbon clean up (kits available from Mazda) or hitting the highway for a good 6+ hour run to burn off any deposits that could cause problems. Carbon build-up is a killer of rotary engines.

Q: 04 or 05 Mazda Rx8 Good Choice for College Student?
Hey guys,

Okay so I have sort of a special situation here. My parent put aside money for me which grew dramatically since when I was young. My college is basically paid for (including med school which I’ll be trying to get thru in 4 years). I need a car, were going to sell my current one, and I have about 15k to spend of my money, combined with the sale of my car. I could get a Mazda Rx8, 04 or 05, which would be a fun car, and it has great rating all over the board, for about 14k. I could get it with about 27,000 miles on it. I was wondering if you think this is a good car for a college student?

how are repairs cost wise?
I know it CAN guzzle some gas, but its only 2mpg less than my volvo right now.

Opinions please?

A: Well, just ask yourself what you’ll be using it for.

To you want to haul things?
Big trunk?
party car? fit all your friends in it?
fast?
good MPG?

also look at the mileage, if it’s less and fits your qualifications, i say go for it my friend.

they are very fun cars.

Best of luck,
Brian.

Q: Is driving aggressively a way to maintain RX8 rotary engine?
I was looking at getting a Mazda RX8 recently but was turned off by the sales rep who told me I’d be better off with another car because, unless I plan to drive the RX8 like I stole it (i.e., aggressively), it will hurt the engine. Is this true that you have to drive it like that to maintain a rotary engine? I’ve never heard of such a thing for a rotary engine or any other engine. Please and thank you!

A: A friend of mine had one of those so I learned about it from him…

Rotary engines can take fairly high revs but there’s no need to drive like a lunatic, no. The main thing is to warm up the engine for a short time at startup so there is no risk of seizing the rotors. About 30 to 60 seconds is enough. Then drive it at under about 3,000 rpm till the temp shows around normal.

The car’s engine needs to be given a chance to cool down if you’ve really been pushing it. Check out the thread I’ve given in “sources” for more info from owners.

Q: Ebay Scam for Mazda RX8?????
Hi, so i found a Mazda RX8 on autotrader. It turns out its in Montana and the guy is selling it on ebay. Do you think this is a scam or no?

emails:

Hey,
I am selling this car because my unit will be sent back to Iraq.I have no use for the car anyway,due to my job.The price is low because I need to sell it before Oct 25th. The car is in great condition and runs great. I have a clean title ready to be signed. The car has no electrical or mechanical problems.It is still available for sale if interested, price as stated in the ad.The car is in Billings, MT; in case it gets sold I will take care of shipping. Let me know if you are interested, email back.

Hey,
Thank for your reply.Yes the price is $4700.I will ship it with DAS. I think I can have it there in 5-7 working days. I will take care of the shipping charges as I told you in my first email. It will come with a clear title and reg. I am a member of the eBay buyer protection program and using this service you will get a 3 days testing period after delivery. During that 3 days testing period I will not be getting any money. I need to know if you are interested so I can ask eBay to send you the details on this deal. If interested please include in your next email your contact info for eBay (name, address and phone number), so we can get the ball rolling.
Thanks,
Martin

A: I guess I missed key points in the letter before…Looks like the guy that wrote the letter is acting totally separate from Ebay…so, something does seem fishy…

Don’t try to buy this…It does sound like a guy who listed on Ebay is trying to go outside the rules of Ebay to sucker you into something…

Q: Would you trade this for an Rx8?
I have a 2002 Camaro. It has 47052 miles on it and is automatic. There isn’t anything wrong with the title. It gets about 14-17 mpg compared to its original 17-21. The A/C is great (as long as you keep it in the garage during 110 degree weather).

The upgrades are as follows:

$2000 for the tires
$1000 for the body kit
$700 for custom muffler system
$200 bucks for halo CCFL headlights

Mechanically, the A/C will be blowing 79-84 during las vegas summers of 107 degrees if you leave it outside but will blow ice cold if garaged. There is the usual rock chips on the front bumper and there are small scratches and even swirl marks here and there. A large paint fissure on the rear bumper. The engine is still outstanding, power is there accompanied with the smooth sound of the custom exhaust which makes it sound like a ferrari.

KBB value for my car is 9,170 for good and 8,270 for fair. I would be honest and go with fair.

Honestly I don’t think this car fits me at all. I’m an 18 year old asian kid who needs to go to college 30 minutes away and driving this car is not an option. I really like the rx-8 and my local craigslist has used 60000+ miles rx8’s on sale for like 9400-10000 bucks.

Pictures can be found here:

http://s422.photobucket.com/albums/pp310/tautiderico/2002%20Camaro/

Do you think it’s a good idea to trade this car for 2004/2005 mazda rx8 with 60000+ miles?

A: It appears to me you are looking for form as opposed to function. Nobody is going to care what kind of car you drive to college. Get an econobox i.e. VW Golf TDi or Jetta TDi, and pay more attention to the books as opposed to your ride.

Oh, and one more thing- there is no way a GM engine, exhaust or not, can sound like a Ferrari.

Your ride won’t get you on the Dean’s list.

Q: Trade In, what happens?
I have a 2008 Mazda RX8, I would like to trade it in for a 2006 VW Jetta TDI. However, the Jetta is about ten thousand dollars less than my car. I bought my RX8 out right, so I owe nothing. Really I’m asking, What happens? Do they give you the difference? How does this work, I know i could sale it myself, but that takes to much time. But, i might have to if they don’t give the difference, Thanks

A: Most dealers will never give you the full price of the new car as a trade. They will usually find some reason to downgrade your vehicle’s worth so you will end up paying them something. If you might take a little advice, Keep the Madza. The Jetta is not the car that it is made out to be. It is one of the most repaired cars sold in America today. They seem to have a lot of problems.

Q: car sales gone wrong!!?
almost 2 weeks ago i trade my mazda rx8 for a 2006 mustang gt, they gave me 10000$ for the rx8 and i owned 14000$ on it so i have 8000$ downpayment. 4000$ so i can payoff the rx8 and 4000$ for the mustang gt. they told me my credit was accepted and the car was mine and i even sign the papers with 8% and 309$ a month, but now they call me saying that i have to get a new bank becouse the guy from finalcial didnt ask me how many hours i work. i work 30 hours a week and i get 14,50$ per hour. they sold my rx8 the 3rd day they got it and we alredy tried with 2 banks and they have denied the car loand. all the time i ask what the worth thing can happen they dont answer. so here is my question what can i do if i dont get a car loan? and even if i get it i sign for 8% and 309$ a month payment… should i contact a lawyer if they ask me for the mustang back?

A: Hello Gaz
So here is what really happened. You were “spotted”, that means they delivered you the car before the loan was totally accepted. Their fault, your fault, it doesn’t matter. Your loan wasn’t approved. Your credit was not accepted your credit application was accepted. There is difference and you most likely signed a bailment agreement that covers the dealerships legal situation. You give a dealership $8000 down and they are putting in a car and try to get you approved later. They have failed at that. They must give you your car and your $8000 back. They say they sold your car. You can not sell a car without a title to it. They did not pay your loan off so they must get the car back.They can because they probably wholesaled it to a used car dealership to get more cash flow. They have to do these things, all of it. You must give them there car back, but you must demand your car back or pay your loan on it off. Most likely this won’t happen. But demand your $8000 back and do not accept less. Good Luck BS .

Q: i have a 87 rx7 for sale?
my 87 rx7 is for sale for 1,500 obo,, it has new water pump, spark plugs, spark plugs cables, battery, radiator, starter, motor belts, radiator hoses, new oil change, fuel filter, fuel pump, brakes, clutch.. all u need on this car is a new motor.. the rest is new.. my number is 909 5904138 or 909 6366122 ask for jose.. i am located on california the city is call pomona.. the vin of this car is jm1fc3310h0540967

A: Your on the wrong web site.
try http://www.autotrader.com/

Q: does anyone have a 1994 mazda rx7 for sale?

A: Try www.autotrader.com

Q: RX7 for sale in G T A?
looking for a LHD RX7 in the GTA reasonable prices please. third gen 4 seater
Greater Toronto Area

A: grand theft auto?

Q: Should I get a rx7 1994 as my first car?
As I pass by this car lot, I see this sexy rx7 for sales. Alway wanted to have one so I did some research on it. People be saying the car aint that reliable and gotta have money to maint it. I thinking if I do get it, Can I just drive it as a daily driver then useing it for drifting/racing?

A: No way- this car is rotary powered with a complex, problematic sequential twin turbo system. The electrical system is no picnic either. This would not make a good first car for anyone unless they had access to someone that is experienced with this particular car.

Being a ‘94 model if it hasn’t had a rebuild (or 2) yet then it is due for one. Very rarely do you find a car like this that is still stock. In a lot of these cars the complex turbo system is ditched for a single turbo set up which can be cheaper and easier to mantain. Just check some of the prices for various repairs (engine rebuild, turbo’s, ect.) and that should be enough to scare you off.

I agree this is a great looking car but can be more work than you may be willing to deal with.

Start with a less complex RX-7…

http://www.rx7club.com/

Q: rx7 1989 reliable non turbo ?
theres a rx7 for sale on my street i always wanted it and it finally went on sale ,,,,and it has 112,000km;s original km’s on the stock engine , no mods,other than cat back exhaust,,,,,the car look preety nice its a convertible ,,,,,and the paint looks nice but seems kinda dull cuz the paints still original no rust or anything,,,,the guy took me for a drive in it,,,,it was preety fast,,,,,the engine was roaring nicely……..he’s charging around 3500$ for it,,,,,and says he’s selling it cuz he needs some garage space cuz they have like 3 cars and a suv and said the rx7 was mostly in storage and he use’s it sometimes and says he takes care of it,,,,i dont know if i should get it i really want it but i dont want it to like break up once i get it ,,,,and the guy said he does all the maintance has a proper mechanic for it and ,,,,oddly he said he uses syntehic oil,,,,and from what i heard syntheic is apparently bad for rotatry engines so i dont know if ishould waste my parents 3500$ on this car just cuz i really like it,,,,i dont wanna let my parents down ,,,,,,,,what do u suggest

A: Buying a used rotary can be a hit or miss situation, but naturally-aspirated rotary’s usually last much longer than a turbo engine.

Also, there are some synthetic oils that are specially designed for rotary engines (Royal Purple, for example) but they can be hard to find.

Take the car to a rotary specialist shop to have it checked out and find out which mechanic has been servicing the car. If he is a good guy keep taking it to him as he already knows this car,

Then start checking out the forums at:
http://www.rx7club.com
to learn about rotary engines and what it takes to keep them running clean.

Q: how hard is it to put a 13b tt into an fd rx7?
i found a really nice looking 93 fd shell for sale. no rust, no dings, fairly new paint. the owner took the original blown engine out and sold it and was planning to put in a v8 but just never got around to it. im perfectly happy with having a rotary. how hard is it to put in the same engine(13b tt) back into this and bring it back to life. keep in mind i dont have much mechanical experience but im willing to learn.

A: hey. Make sure the engine is the same year as the shell. If you can get a pretty clean engine with decent miles on it, it will be easy. It will line right up and plug right in. Also, this would be a good time to get a new transmission if yours is worn. But it should be easy if you know someone with an engine lift. Should take about 3 days if you have a manual for the engine bay.

Q: are non turbo 1989 rx-7 reliable cars?
theres a rx7 for sale on my street i always wanted it and it finally went on sale ,,,,and it has 112,000km;s original km’s on the stock engine , no mods,other than cat back exhaust,,,,,the car look preety nice its a convertible ,,,,,and the paint looks nice but seems kinda dull cuz the paints still original no rust or anything,,,,the guy took me for a drive in it,,,,it was preety fast,,,,,the engine was roaring nicely……..he’s charging around 3500$ for it,,,,,and says he’s selling it cuz he needs some garage space cuz they have like 3 cars and a suv and said the rx7 was mostly in storage and he use’s it sometimes and says he takes care of it,,,,i dont know if i should get it i really want it but i dont want it to like break up once i get it ,,,,and the guy said he does all the maintance has a proper mechanic for it and ,,,,oddly he said he uses syntehic oil,,,,and from what i heard syntheic is apparently bad for rotatry engines so i dont know if ishould waste my parents 3500$ on this car just cuz i really like it,,,,i dont wanna let my parents down ,,,,,,,,what do u suggest

A: Buying a used rotary can be a hit or miss situation, but naturally-aspirated rotary’s usually last much longer than a turbo engine.

Also, there are some synthetic oils that are specially designed for rotary engines (Royal Purple, for example) but they can be hard to find.

Take the car to a rotary specialist shop to have it checked out and find out which mechanic has been servicing the car. If he is a good guy keep taking it to him as he already knows this car,

Then start checking out the forums at:
http://www.rx7club.com
to learn about rotary engines and what it takes to keep them running clean.

Q: Where to buy a Convertible RX7?
Where can I find one? Does anyone here know of one for sale? (in great condition)

A: They didnt make convertible FD’s. So the last model year to look for is the 90-91 model FC rx7. Just look around and you can find some. PRoblem is they are now at least 20 years old. There is a very nice one near me but you may have trouble finding one.

Q: wtb fc mazda rx7 turbo in northern california.?
anyone got one of these for sale? reasonable price.

A: There’s a few of them in the rx7club.com forum up for sale. Just have to check the city location or contact the seller cause some aren’t specific. Here’s the link…

http://www.rx7club.com/forumdisplay.php?f=108

Q: toyota supra for sale?
any place on the net wher i could find a toyota supra(1994-newer)
or a mazda rx7(1993-newer)
and if so then i’d need a website
thanx

A: Yahoo Auto

cars.com

autotrader.com

recycler.com

just type in your zip code, and they will find cars near you…

Q: Should i buy this rx7?
for sale: 12,000 (seems like a good price)
1993 Mazda RX-7 Touring. 5 Speed, Twin Turbo Rotary engine. This car has 49k Miles on the REMANUFACTURED engine (by Reynolds Mazda), 10k on a Rebuilt Transmission by Matsco Transmissions, and 136 on the Chassis. This car has been maintained excellently, is garaged, and has a wealth of receipts of all the work done, and all but two parts that are on the car. Has a boost guage, and is pushing the healthy 10PSI. Has A/C and BLOWS COLD. Cruise Control, Leather seats, Power locks, windows, sunroof. I put NEW tires, and rides very straight, never been in a wreck. Comes with 100% clean Carfax, printed. Has both front and rear spoilers.

note: i am 18 and i only drove intergras civics and a camry before
i know only the basics of rotary engines but not too sure about actually taking apart the engine

Thanks
Also forgot one thing i have another car to choose from and that is an 03′ evo 8 with 50K miles on it both the rx7 and the evo are in my price range but i will be getting financial support from my father if i was to get the evo im really stuck on this decision

A: You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here – carquotes.sinfree.net

Q: does anybody have a sports car for sale?
i am looking for, but not limited too, any of a 1993 and newer camaro, 1988 and newer mustang, 1990 and newer nissan 300zx (must be turbocharged), 1990 and newer mitsubishi 3000gt VR4, 1990 and newer dodge stealth twin turbo, 1993 and newer mazda rx7, and 1994 and newer toyota supra turbo. thank you all in advance!
i forgot to mention at first my budget is about 5500. 6000 if you have and extremely well maintained and low mile car.
if you are going to give an answer like the first genious did, please dont post and dont waste my time. thank you.

A: You can try
http://www.usedcarsinfo.info/
90% off Retail Value.
Good luck!

Q: Best car for new driver,,i dont want my parents spending like 5-7grand ,,help?
i am a male and 17 ,,so yeah high risk insurance group,,,,but i need a car, i dont want anything expensive,,i was a 1989 rx7 non turbo thats on sale on my street for about 4000$,,,but my dad says that it’ll be too much on insurance and that its gonna suck in snow,,,but i dont wanna them to spend too much money since its a first car and i am not a pro driver yet,,,what can i do ,,i want a nice looking car like 1989 rx7 ,,but reliabilty is also a concern but my dad want to spend 5-7 grand straight out and i dont like any cars in that budget and the ones i do like are also going to be high on insurance and there is like no other way around it ,,,its going to be high for mostly any car,,,so what do i do and what cars can u suggest,,like rx7’s are old but still cool for me like i like the look and i always wanted a old car that i can work on my self and feel nice about it,,,maybe some of u guys know what i mean,,,

A: Your dads right,the r-x7 although an awesome car would cost more to insure.
I’d look for something like an older honda civic,nissan altima,chevy cavalier etc.
Such cars would last you a few years while being cheap to purchase/insure,good on gas,easier to get parts for etc.

Save for a few years and get something sweet like a Corvette,GT-R or Rx-8

Q: I want to sell my car, which has a lien on it…how?
I have a car which was used against a loan I co-signed for. The car is a 1987 Mazda RX7 and is not in great shape, but would still be valuable enough to an RX7 enthusiast, seeing as the engine was rebuilt and the tranny is still good. The loan the car was used as collateral again has about $1800 remaining on it, but I know if I sold the car I could not fetch that amount of money. I figure I would be able to realistically receive around $1000 for the car.
So, my question is: How do I sell this car? Do I have to pay off the $1800 first, or will the proceeds from the sale of this car have to go directly to the finance company that holds the lien? Will I have to contact them directly before the sale of the car or will the D&V office automaticall collect on their behalf? Any information would be greatly appreciated.
I live in Ontario if that helps break down the question a bit further.

A: get full coverage..then pay a crackhead 20 bucks to total it for you

Q: im looking to buy a car… to repair or not.. help me?
i am currently looking at cars to buy and need opinions on these.. which would be worth it.

92 3000gt, auto, 122k on body, roughly 80k on motor, clear texas title
motor has been bolted in but not wired up. Engine ran fine before but is not running atm so will have to be towed. Paint is in decent condition but would need a new paintjob to look pristine again.—$1200

98 bmw 318ti, white, 4 cylinder, 2 door, tinted windows, 102,000 miles, great interior/exterior, 17″ black custom rims, has non-working sunroof, car has been sitting at the house since december because it has an electrical problem, and doesn’t start. will sell for 1,900 with rims or 1,500 without rims

its a 1986 rx7 gxl, its stock, has competion headers wit x pipe dual exhausht. needs driveshaft– $900

1966 FORD MUSTANG COUPE shell….comes with long block 302, rebuilt auto 3 three speed with converter…8.0 rear end third member…five lug…85% complete original interior…seats,door panels, etc…..uni body in good shape….small hole in trunk and small hole in doors outer skin..Don’t have time or space for this project,must go– $1000

98 honda civic ex coupe, clean coupe silver color clean interior, cf hood painted flat black,17″konig almost new kuhmo tires,airmass exhaust,aem intake,dc headers,mugen style fron lip,does not start just installed brand new starter,plug wires, still doesnt turn over.116xxx mi,no stereo but all speakers there, altezza tails,front/rear upper strut bars.bads-minor damage drvr side.rear qtr panel,dr.side pw falls off track occasionally easy fix, askin 1700 need to be towed or pulled.

i have an black 87 pontiac fiero gt automatic for sale. runs but needs work. need to get rid of ASAP! willin to trade for small truck if possible.– $1800

‘69 PONTIAC GTO FOR SALE FOR $1000 OBO. 400 MOTOR REBUILT AND TRANSMISSION REBUILT, SUSPENSION NEW, NEEDS BODY WORK, A LOT OF NEW PARTS; ALSO HAVE 400 MOTOR, 403 OLDS MOTOR.

please help me!!

A: Better to buy a Vehicle at a auto auction, then you have the papers for clear title, with no troubles with the cops.

Q: How much should I sell 1996 toyota camry with a locked engine for?
I’m looking to sell/get rid of my 1996 Camry since the engine locked up on it this past weekend. I recently put 1500 dollars worth of work into it with brand new brakes, tires, tune up, starter, struts and shocks. I don’t know if its worth anything now. But everything else was in stunning condition. I don’t feel like spending the 2k to get a new engine in it. How much could I sell it for random parts and whatnot.

A: Car over 10 years old with a locked engine.
won’t get much, maybe sell it in parts if you can go through that

Q: How much would YOU pay for a 1996 Toyota Camry in excellent condition if you knew it had been in an accident?
I got hit in the parking lot, and it damaged the headlight and turning signal. It bent the front reinforcement bar, so the headlight doesn’t sit quite right, but the car is in otherwise excellent condition. Low miles(123,000), maintained at a toyota dealership, no smoking, perfect condition interior. It gets 24mpg in the city, and still has all the stock parts/not modified at all.

It is a 1996 Toyota Camry LE sedan

A: $700.00

Q: 1996 toyota camry check engine light on and code is p0770?
I have 1996 toyota camry and the check engine light on with the code p0770 more then 6 months. It ran 100500 k miles. after viewing the forums I flushed the transmission fluid. But still the light is on. Please suggest me how I can get resolved this problem and where I can approach ?.
Yes the car is running good condition no issue. the problem is that i need to pass the emission test that I have to fix it.

A: Mad Jack is right about the “solenoid E malfunction”. i dont think he is right about a complete trans overhaul. Either one valve or one solenoid (E) is bad or plugged up. A good transmission tech should be able to drop the pan and get to the valve and solenoid pretty easy (there are several). check it, clean it or replace it. i think this is the valve that puts the trans into lock up mode over 50 mph. trans will still operate ok – it just wont go into full lock. If it locks up and wont unlock it couldnt shift or even move right. Beware that most trans shops dont really “work” on transmissions – they just want to flip in a rebuilt for a couple grand – that is all they know how to do. you have to find a real trans tech or look up the stuff yourself. if you get a service manual it is pretty staright forward.

Q: Why do I hear a loud bang noise from rear of my 1996 toyota camry on small bumps?
I’ve been hearing a loud banging noise every time my 1996 toyota camry hits even the smallest bump. The noise comes from rear side and it feels like my whole car pounds against the road? what can be the issue?

A: I’m no mechanic, I just play one on TV.

Sounds like the shocks are bad to me!

Q: how much would it cost to replace cv boot on a 1996 toyota camry?
while putting in new break pads, my son noticed cv boot needed replacing. being lazy he put the new one on over the old one. is this as stupid as i think? how much will it cost for a mechanic to do it? 1996 toyota camry 4 cyl.

A: Probably around $300. Lots of labor involved. Let it go until the joint is trashed and have the whole axle replaced. Won’t cost much more. Maybe it will last until the rest of the car craps out with the split style boot on it.

Q: Do 1996 Toyota Camry stock stereo have connection for amplifier?
I have a 2 channel amplifier and was wondering if i can connect it to a 1996 Toyota Camry stock stereo?

A: all you need is an RCA jack and the remote wire.
if you wanna keep the stock stereo just buy an adapter.

Q: where can i get the gold “CAMRY” letters for the back of a 1996 toyota camry coupe?
I recently bought a 1996 Toyota Camry coupe that is missing the back letters on the trunk lid. Does anyone know where I can get these in gold?
I already called teh dealership and they told me that I have to buy the entire trunk lid, which would cost over $300.

A: I do not beleive they come in gold, but rather in chrome. There should be someone in your town to gold plate the emblems. This is what most dealerships do.

Q: How much does wiring job cost for a radio, clock, side mirrors on 1996 Toyota Camry cost?
I have a 1996 Toyota Camry LE and my son put a penny in the cigarette outlet when the car was off. The clock, radio, side mirrors(powered), and cig lighter are completely out. I’ve replaced all the 15’s and the one 20A fuses. And it still doesn’t work so now I’m thinking it’s a wiring problem. Anyone know of the cost for said job. Thank you ^_^

A: Pick up a Haynes or Chilton’s shop manual, then review the wiring diagram for that circuit. It is possible that it blew a fusible link, or a fuse you have not located. Very unlikely that the wiring is damaged, that’s what the fuses protect. An inexpensive Volt-ohm meter or 12V test light might prove handy.

Q: 1996 toyota camry.What kind of motor oil does it use?and how many qts does it use?
I just purchased a 1996 Toyota Camry without a Owner’s Manual.So i’m looking for informations regarding Motor Oil.What’s weight?Such as 5W-30,30W-40 or others.Thx.

A: I have a 93 and we use 10-30 and it takes 5 quarts, mine is a four cylinder.

Q: 1996 Toyota Camry V6 XLE starter problems?
I have a 1996 Camry, V6 XLE with about 175k miles on the clock. Recently when I started the car in the morning to go to work, the starter worked but it kept ‘clicking’ as the engine started. I was concerned so I turned the engine off, but the starter was still ‘clicking’. I had to take the key out of the ignition and disconnect the battery for the ‘clicking’ to stop. I recently bought a replacement starter, but I am wondering the cause of this problem as well as if there are any additional parts I may need to purchase to fix this problem. My boyfriend (an amateur mechanic) keeps telling me that I need to buy a new ignition switch or an igntition lock column. Every mechanic I have talked to over the phone says that I need a new starter, but I am not sure who to believe. Any ideas??

A: I had the same thing happen to me in a 1998 Suburban after I had bought a new battery for it. I didn’t think it was the starter or the solenoid because the clicking sound was coming from the steering column. It turned out to be the ignition lock cylinder, about $60.00 plus labor.

Q: My 1996 toyota camry 4 dr sedan check engine light is on due to trouble codes p0115/p0340. How do I fix this?
My 1996 toyota camry 4 dr sedan check engine light is on due to trouble codes p0115/p0340. How do I fix this problem. What parts do I have to purchased to fix the problem.

A: I have an 88 toyota pickup and had the same problem with the engine light. Try taking the positive battery cable off for a few seconds and then put it back on and see if that does the trick. Not too sure though, since it’s newer than mine.

Q: wat can i use to make my own side skirts for my 1996 toyota camry?
i recently bought a full body kit for my 1996 toyota camry 4 dr. but i think the side skirts look pretty ugly.. im on a low budget and i was wonder where i can buy the material to make my own at home?? n wat will i need? please help. thanks

A: Well….. Fiberglass is a fairly cheap material that a lot of Body Kits use.

But it requires you to make a mold then lay Mat down, then resin.

It’s very messy and something as large as a Side Skirt will cost a pretty good amount in Materials, plus the cost of the mold (that you’ll most likely destroy in the process.).

You might have to buy new ones you like better. It will probally be cheaper in the long run.

Q: I NEED HELP FINDING A CHEAP BODY KIT FOR MY 1996 TOYOTA CAMRY?
does anyone know where i can find a very cheap full body kit for my 1996 4 door toyota camry? i searched the internet for some but they were just over my budget. please help me!

A: Try JC Whitney Co, the might have them

Q: Does anyone know how I would find out how much tags will be for a 1996 Toyota Camry in the state of Colorado?
Does anyone know how I would find out how much tags will be for a 1996 Toyota Camry in the state of Colorado, OR know how much it will be themselves? I live in Arapahoe county if that makes any difference.

A: Go to www.mv.state.co.us

Q: 1996 toyota camry with shortage problem?
i have 1996 toyota camry,on my camry everytime i turn the ac my ac fuse keep blowing than i put another compressor in it still doing the same thing.i put a 40 size fuse in it it hasnt blown yet but i know its not right put wron size fuse..what do you think i should do???

i think there is a shortage

A: Take out the oversized fuse!!! By doing this you risk further damage, in the worst case a fire. You probably have a short circuit or perhaps a faulty connection. Short circuits are not easy to find, I suggest you talk to your mechanic – probably the one that replaced your compressor since that did not solve the problem.

Q: My 1969 Corvette–What size aftermarket speakers will fit behind the kick panels–and what would sound best?
I’m going to be using a stock-looking radio that has upgraded/updated circuitry, and I’d like to use the best speakers that will fit the spaces behind the kick-panels in my 1969 Corvette. Is 4×6 the largest that will fit, or something larger? Since it’s just two speakers and I only want to do this once, cost is less of an issue. What would you recommend as the best-sounding modern speakers that would fit? Thank you very much!

A: Give Crutchfeild a call good people. They are you the net.

Q: What is the best way to remove paint from the body of a 1969 Corvette?
We have a 1969 Chevy Corvette and we’re in the process of restoring it. What is the best way to remove paint from the body? It is fiberglass. I’ve heard of people media blasting, sanding, stripping, etc. Whats the best and SAFEST way to remove paint from this fiberglass body? Another quick question, what color is the raw fiberglass on these cars? also if any of you have any pictures of good information that we could use to help us along the way we would really appreciate it.
what about soda blasting?

A: Sanding. Media Blasting since fiberglass is so soft, will totally screw up the surface as the media will not be able to tell the difference between paint and fiberglass. Sanding. Stripping solutions could also mess with the integrity of the fiberglass and give you more problems than you imagined. Also once you get it stripped completely, contact a good body shop that works with fiberglass, or a Corvette shop if there is one in your area. You will need to rework any areas with Spider Cracks, and older fiberglass gets dried out and needs to be reworked before you prime and paint it again. In other words, check with some shops for sure to see what you need to do to restore the life back into the fiberglass.
It is usually white or kind of cream in color. If you have black areas or anything like that, someone has probably patched it with marine materials.
I would suggest finding a Corvette Club near you and contacting them, and you will be surprised at the pointers they can give you, and where they can refer you to find other things. Parts, etc. You might be interested to know that the ‘69 also offered Seven (7) engine options. They were:

Base Engine: 350 cid with 300 horsepower @ 4800 rpm, Rochester four-barrell
Optional Engine #1: [RPO L46] 350 cid with 350 horsepower, , Rochester four-barrell
Optional Engine #2: [RPO L36] 427 cid with 390 horsepower @ 5400 rpm, Holley four-Barrell Carburetor
Optional Engine #3: [RPO L68] 427 cid with 400 horsepower, three Holley two-Barrell Carburetors
Optional Engine #4: [RPO L71] 427 cid with 435 horsepower @ 5800 rpm, three Holley two-Barrell Carburetors
Optional Engine #5: [RPO L88] 427 cid with 560 horsepower @ 6400 rpm, Holley four-Barrell Carburetor
Optional Engine #6: [RPO L89] 427 cid with 435 horsepower, Holley four-Barrell Carburetor
Optional Engine #7: [RPO LZL1] 427 cid with 430 horsepower, Holley four-Barrell Carburetor aluminum manifold

Q: Where are the vin numbers on a 1969 corvette?
I have a 1969 Corvette Stingray left to me in my father’s will. He crashed it and we were supposed to rebuild it together but now I have to myself. I can’t find the Vin’s on it, or the title, so where are vins. This car has no doors, and the vin numbers are NOT:
not on the winshield
not on the door jam
not on the engine
where are the other places they can be?

A: check on the frame …passenger side?

Q: 1969 Corvette–What size aftermarket speakers will fit behind the kick panels–and what would sound best?
I’m going to be using a stock-looking radio that has upgraded/updated circuitry, and I’d like to use the best speakers that will fit the spaces behind the kick-panels in my 1969 Corvette. Is 4×6 the largest that will fit, or something larger? Since it’s just two speakers and I only want to do this once, cost is less of an issue. What would you recommend as the best-sounding modern speakers that would fit? Thank you very much!

A: Front speakers
Dash: 4×6″
Kick Panel: 4×6″

Rear speakers
Rear Deck: 6×9

Those are the sizes. Any aftermarket speakers of htose sizes will do (Pioneer, Alpine, etc.). But since you will be hooking them up inside the trunk and not to an external amp, look for speakers that have an RMS value of 30 or lower (most speakers do not go below 20). If you do not know what I’m talking about, the RMS value is the most watts you should give a speaker for it to play at it’s full potential. You should go to www.crutchfield.com, and look up those size speakers. when shopping, pay attention to how many RMS watts it takes to power a speaker.

Q: Is soda blasting a good way to strip remove the paint on a 1969 Chevy Corvette?
I have a 1969 chevrolet corvette and we are in the process of restoring it. I have been researching different ways to remove the paint that is currently on the fiber glass body. Is soda blasting a good method? If you have any experience with soda blasting, what are the down sides to it? If it is a good method of paint removal, about how much would it cost to get the body soda blasted (everything except the front clip)?

A: Soda blast is a good way because it will not dig into the fiberglass. The only other way is to sand it all down by hand. Not sure of any down sides, never used it before. It will be harder to find someone that does soda blasting, its still kind new. Most places do sandblasting for around $60 to $90 an hour. So it could be expensive.

Q: How do you turn off the flashers in a 1969 corvette if the button is broke in the on position?
I tried removing the flasher unit on the driver side located next to the fuse panel, but my regular turn signals stopped working then as well. I was told the directional turn signals and the flashers ran off to seperate fuses but its seeming like this is not the case, any help would be greatly appreciated.

A: i have had that problem with my gmc jimmy and couldnt fix it at the time so what i did was got a screw and held it down and put the screw down inside it on the corner and tighten it alittle and it stays down and cant use it unless i remove the screw try that

Q: How much should I sell my 1969 Corvette for?
The car has less than 40,000 miles, it has all original parts with matching numbers, it’s automatic and has a new battery.

The paint job is awful, but the car has all papers and has only had one owner.

A: I will take it off your hands for 50$

Check with a classic appraisal expert, as that car restored is worth some major bank, so knowing where to set a price for it has a lot more factors than what you listed here.

Q: how do i know if i have the base 1969 corvette 350 or the L46?
i ran the numbers on the block but all the websites just say “1969 350 300/350 hp”, how can i tell if its the L46?

A: on the firewall copy down the VIN and look it up online that should tell you.

Q: I would like to buy a 1969 Corvette with a bady in a good condition. Could I find one 10 years from now?
NOT pimped, tuned, or customized.
I meant body with “bady”(sorry).

A: What’s a “bady”?

Q: What can I swap from a 2008 Corvette to a 1969 Firebird?
I have in storage a 1969 Firebird, and just recently purchased a 2008 Corvette which was salvaged due to a hit to the side. Everything is in good order other than the passenger door and roof. I would like to take advantage and swap anything possible that might be bolt on.

A: You could swap the whole drivetrain, with some modification.
That would be wicked.

Q: How do I change the power steering fluid in my 1969 Corvette? (350/300 engine)?
I just bought it, and the car is making noise when I steer. Please assume I don’t know 1) where the reservoir is and 2) what type of fluid I should be using.

Thank you very, very much!!

A: The reservoir is part of the pump.

Look on front, driver’s side of engine. Down lower, you will see a thing with a belt on it. Thats your power steering pump. Look on top of the pump and you will see a round cap. Twist it counter clockwise and it will come off.

It has a line on it that says full hot. Pour dextron/mercon auto transmission fluid in it untill the level reachs the full hot mark.

Now the noise could be a loose power steering belt, (just needs tightening) or a worn belt that needs replacing.

Could be low on fluid.

Or alot of chevys will make a noise when you turn the teering full lock (as far one way as you can) then stop once you turn wheel alittle more straight

Q: How much is my 1969 Corvette worth?
It’s all original with matching numbers.
It’s a automatic T-Top.
The paint is bad.
It’s only had one owner and has all original papers.
It has less than 30,000 miles.
The only thing new on it is the battery.

I’m just looking for a general price range.

A: Without a picture, it is hard to tell.
I would guess between $5000 and $15000
Unless you are willing to spend a lot of money on a good paint job, do not paint it to sell it.

Q: why cant i find any E3 spark plugs for my 1969 corvette?
i cant find any anywhere on the internet and my local parts store dont carry them, i can find them for the 7.0L engine but not the 350, does anyone know where i could get some? or maybe even a better spark plug? and not thoose plustar ones, i know those are good but i dont have $200 for 8 lol

A: Man, let me be very up front with you. Those high dollar fancy plugs gives NO, thats zero benifits over a std plug.

I have dyno tested and track tested every plug known to man in the past 10 years. No gains in anything, in fact lost performance with a few brands

Save your money and go with std. AC delco plugs.

I drive a as some people calls it “street driven drag car” daily, I build performance engines. Everything leaves my shop with 1 of 3 brand plugs. AC delco, NGK V power, or autolite. Also same 3 types I use in my own cars

Oh and those plustar plugs, yeah they are good and they do work, but you nor I even with my 505 HP engine would see a single gain. They are based off a NHRA top fuel hemi plug from about 10 years ago or so. They store elec energy to help fire the cyl on the next compression stroke. Ok cool, good, but our engines will burn the air/fuel mixture fully with a std ign. system and plug. You’ll see a gain only if you have 14:1 or more compression and run iut up to 8,000 rpm or more

Q: How much does a 1969 Corvette Stingray goes for?

A: i restore cars for a living, including vettes. the range of prices that this car could be worth are just about endless. if it’s a junker that is in poor shape and has had a lot of modifications, it is basicaly worth whatever you can sell it for as a parts car or it’s pieces on e-bay, (which can still be a fair amount!). if it is original and has it’s papers, good options, the skys the limit, you could be talking several hundred thousand dollars for a pristine original with the right options. or for a good restoration. contact the ncrs (national corvette restoration society) they have a web site and are considered the premier corvette group. they will be able to answer your questions a little better or put you in touch with someone who can. if you don’t want to go to that much trouble, go to your local bookstore that sells magazines and look for “old car price guide” in the auto section and thumb through it, it will give you an idea, just have all the car information ready because they’ll want to know engine size, tranny type, etc., etc.

Q: What is the average top speed of a 1969 Corvette 427, with a 4-speed manual?

A: I have an old Road & Track that says 125 MPH

Q: 3 questions about car, shipping car, and money translation.?
Well i saw 1966 Ford GT40 online for sale, is the !966 Ford GT40 street legal, how much would it cost to ship a car from Britain to New York, US and is it possible, and how much is £200 Ono i think British pounds.

A: The problem is that any car imported to America has to meet American emissions and safety standards. If the car originally came from the U.S. it may not be a problem but it would be alot easier if you could prove it. If it is not U.S. then the cost to convert may be prohibitive. You probably can ship the car for between $1,000 and $2,000. 200 pounds equals$328.

Q: Where can I find a used Subaru Wrx for sale under $10,000?
I want to buy a used Subaru Wrx Impreza but I don’t want to spend no more than $10,000. Are there any used ones for under that price that are for sale.

A: Check

http://www.criagslist.org

Q: I am looking for a misubishi lancer evolution8 or a subaru impreza wrx for sale?
i am looking for any of those to cars between the years of 2004-2005 for sale In Houston, Tx

A: Use Autotrader.com
There is also vehix.com and cars.com

Q: Why are there more new Mitsubishi Evo 9 for sale than the Subaru WRX STI?
I am in central FL, and I notice that dealers still have several NEW 06 Mitsubishi EVO 9s. It’s much harder finding a new 2007 Subaru WRX STI, since they get sold quicker. I am a prospective buyer and would like to have some input on this.

Why is this? Does the EVO have other ‘achilles heels’ other than the dreaded premature clutch wear? Is the STI the better car for the street and occasional track? The EVO is praised in all magazines and people as ‘the car to have’, yet the Subaru STI is the ‘hard car to find’. Can anyone shed light on the subject? Thanks

A: Ranging in popularity between both cars its hard to make a choice, though i’ve driven both and I can make a educated guess at least.

The 2007 wrx sti model is fast, handles great, and can still take you around town while feeling normal, while when I drove the evo it was a totally different feeling, it was FAST, and had a bit better handling, but for a daily driver I don’t think i’d be happy with it.

The other reason that the 07 sti is going to be hard to find right now is because the 08 model has been skipped in preparation for a 09 model release of the sti, meaning that all those people who would have bought an 08 this year are scrambling to get their hands on the limited stock of 07 sti that are left over, not to mention many people find the 07 much more aesthetically pleasing than the 08 wrx (and in relation the possible 09 sti) causing a jump at that car.

I’ll put it this way to sum it up, if you love to take your car to the track or always out to play in it the evo is a great car, but if you’re a daily drive commuter with a passion for some offroad fun when you’re not busy the sti is for you.

Q: I found a 2006 Subaru WRX STI For Sale For $20,000 Should I Buy IT?!?!!?!?
Everything seems good about the deal, the only issue for me is the car hit a curb going like 70 and sheered off both back wheels, the car was Completely Fixed at the Subaru Dealership ($9,000) and runs fine now, It has 14,000 miles on it and Has Full Warranty 5 years 60,000 miles from Dec 2005. and Bumper to Bumper 3 years 30,000 miles. Gimmie some advice…….. I’m thinkin yeh…….

A: I say go for it as long as you don’t plan on keeping it much longer than the warranty period. That way you have documented proof the car was fixed “right” by the dealership and you should not have problems with claims.

Other than that, you might find out the car is completely fine in the next 46,000 miles. If there was a problem with strut angles (eg: camber, toe), differential compromising or anything of the sort it would show up in that time. Just realize you will not get much money out of the car when you go to sell it again with the major repair showing up on the car’s records.

Q: going to buy a subaru and convert it to sti. need your help.?
Its hard to find original STIs in my country for a reasonable price. mostly due to gov tax. and even hard to locate a good subaru for sale. Most STIs in my country are conversion from impreza to STI. I have several options. I found a 96 WRX for sale. I could buy it and convert it to STI (I guess!, i dont know much about subaru models and specs!)

and also i found some 99 impreza for cheaper than the WRX 96. And I heard the local angent for subaru is doing conversions also!

96 WRX is more costly than the 99 impreza. what kind of changes do i have to make if im going to convert WRX to sti?

and is it worth going for the 96 WRX instead of the 99 impreza and converting it to STI?

Thanks in advance!

A: first off, going for the wrx over the imprezza isnt necessary, this is because you are going to be converting it to an sti anyway. in order to do this your going to have to swap out the engine for a 2.5L and swap out the transmission for an sti 6 speed. also you would have to upgrade the suspension, wheels, and exhaust, but all that does not matter if you plan on putting after market parts on as well. I’m sure their is some things i am missing but honestly, if you dont plan on doing all the installs yourself, youd just be better off buying an sti if you could find one because with all the parts AND labor, the finish price would be upwards of what an sti would have costed you in the first place

Q: Lookin for a ” Hood and Fenders” for a 2003 Subaru WRX.?
If u have fenders or a hood for a 03 wrx that are for sale
please leave me your email or phone number i can reach you by.
THank you.
I am located in Sacramento.

A: Subaru WRX parts can be located at http://www.car-part.com

Q: How much does 2004ish Subaru impreza wrx Sti engine go for?
I was looking to drop the sti motor in my 2002 impreza rs. I dont wanna upgrade to the sti. Just want the engine but can’t find any for sale. Over 100,000 is fine with me btw. Just let me know where to get one and the price range if possible. Thank you so much

A: A full long block can be had for about $3500. You do realize you can’t just drop it in though. You need all the exhaust parts and intake parts and the ECU and wiring harness. Then you need to pull your dash and remove all the wiring and replace it with the STI one. I mean every little wire in the car. Or you can probably have it done for about $1500.

Q: How low can I bargain the price down for a 2007 Subaru WRX Limited?
Sales reps look a bit hungary right now. It seems no one is buying. MSRP is around $28k.

A: Look on line for the best price you can get and that is less then the MSRP. Call or stop by your dealer there local to you and ask them if they will meet or beat the price that you can buy the car on line. Most dealers will do some thing they want your business.

I will tell you I saw where some one has suggested that you check in other states, not a bad Idea but remember that when you bring it to your state it may not have saved you anything, you have to pay to have it transported to your location or dealer near you, then you are going to have to pay the title in your state and the taxes for your state and dealer prep, these additional fees are not in the price that you might get on line so make sure that you weigh the total package before you buy.

Q: Higher Mileage Subaru Impreza / WRX?
To own a Subaru WRX (not STi) has been a dream of mine.I have been looking for some used models for sale, I prefer the 2005 or older range.
There is currently an ‘02 model that im looking at, but according to the website, it’s got 107,250 miles on it…and its priced at $6,995…

Question is: Does anybody know of any higher mileage issues with the Subaru outside of general knowledge? The wife currently drives a Chevy Lumina that’s about 200k miles and still going strong, and is my only basis of comparison. Never owned a Subi.
Thanks

A: It really depends on the maintenance history. If maintained properly, there is no reason it shouldn’t last another 100,000. I had 110,000 miles on my first 02 and when I sold it, it still ran perfect. And it was heavily modified and driven hard on a daily basis so it was tested. But there is a risk in buying any used car so make sure you see the full maintenance record and make sure the timing belt was changed. It’s due at 105,000 miles and if it fails, the engine will be ruined so it’s important. If it’s in good shape, that seems like a reasonable price and the other good things about Subaru is, there are so many around and they all seem to share a lot of parts so used parts are easy to find.

Q: 2004 subaru impreza wrx sti (Rev. e)?
Ok, now, I was told by a couple people over the internet that the 1st sti impreza model available for sale in the u.s.a was the 2004 subaru impreza wrx sti(Rev. E), which I believe is the one with the aggresive head lights, but yet, I’ve seen earlier sti models(the bugeye one), which I believe is a 2001 model. Can somebody explain this to me, and post up pics of the 2004 subaru impreza wrx sti (Rev. E)? Thanks.

A: The STI has been available since about 94 in Japan. We got the bugeye in 01 as an 02 model here in the US and the STI did first come here in late 03 as an 04. I’m pretty retarded when it comes to putting links so try looking through NASIOC.com. There are so many pictures of every model in every color so you should be able to find just what you are looking for.

Q: 2002 Subaru Impreza???
Im 17 and im currently in the market for my first car. My neighbor recently put his 2002 Subaru Impreza(not wrx) up for sale for $6k. It has 90,000 miles and no accidents. I test drove it and I was very happy. What do you think overall? and will insurance be too much? Thanks.
Any idea of insurace cost?

A: Far too much money for a car with 90,000 miles and 8 years old. $3500 is more realistic.

Q: 02 subaru wrx, what is this worth??
2 Previous owners
73k miles super clean stock black paint on black and charcoal interior!beautiful black/gunmetal 17″ ADR rims on coilovers, set an agressive low stance, and keep you stuck to the pavement. inside, the alpine dvd + extra monitor mounted in center console keep you entertained with music or movies!

However, you might not even want music when you’re listening to the exhaust note of the < one-piece freeflow HEADERS/ UP-PIPE, frontmount INTERCOOLER, BOV, and race STRAIGHTPIPE exhaust coupled to a stromung muffler, all working in unison. ,

leave everyone in the dust looking at your custom taillights as well! also, with the turboxs utec computer management system installed, you can create different computer programs for street, as well as race!

Currently, the stock exhaust and stock ecu are being used in case of smog, and will be included with sale. also, smog will also be the responsibility of buyer!

$11K OBO.
BONUS! I will include a GReddy GRacer front lip with

A: If it’s been taken care and tuned properly for the supporting mods then yes, that is a great deal. On the same note I would be very wary of why he’s only asking 11K for it with all those parts. It says he has a Utec EMS, but I would ask questions like “who was it tuned by” and “for what parameters” if he just says he mapped it himself “it’s easy” I would shy away from it. Like any car the best thing you can do is research as much as you can on the vehicle, finding out what problems they are prone to have.

For early year WRX’s always take it for a test drive and pay attention to the transmission: does it shift and gate properly? is there any shudder or grind? does it stick in a specific gear? does the clutch slip? if so it could lean toward the fact that it’s been driven hard/ improperly. WRX’s are known for their “glass” transmissions if not taken care of.

Secondly, listening. These things are known to throw rods and eating bearings if oil temperature or pressure is left unmantained, even then when the oil light comes on it’s usually too late. Subaru’s are known for noisy valvetrains, but search Youtube for “WRX Rod Knock” on what you need to listen for. A new 2.0l shortblock will run you 1500+other parts+plus labour(15-20hrs or so), an STI 2.5l block about 2000, causing that awesome deal to suddenly not look so great.

The way he’s describing it, it comes across as a pure performance car that’s “FAST FAST FAST” driven hard and more then likely put away wet. Take it for a mechanical inspection if possible, and like stated before the best thing you can do is research till your head explodes. Yes 11K is a nice price for one, but that’s still 11g that you could be paying for a paperweight. Yahoo is probably the wrong place to be asking about a tuned WRX the only place you should be looking for info and answers on a WRX is www.NASIOC.com (just please for the love of god use the search button first)

I myself own a 02 Bugeye MBP in color with mileage higher then that one, second owner, mint inside out, and runs like it rolled off the showroom floor; but I didn’t get it without a bit of patience and a plethora of knowledge. They’re really fun cars and last forever even under spirited driving IF taken care of. So I say go check it out. It may be a case of his loss your gain, but if not you better have the knowledge to be able to tell the difference.

Q: Is there such a thing as a 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX with automatic transmission?
I am in need of a new car, after the transmission on my camaro gave away recently. I am looking at a 2005 subaru impreza wrx. I have looked online and at local dealerships, but have only found stick shift ones. I don’t know how to drive stick, and would prefer an automatic. I have a few questions:
1. Do they exist in automatic?
2. Are they good in the snow?
3. If they don’t have them at some local dealers, can the dealers get them from other dealers?
4. Do you know of any for sale around area code 48176?

Thanks

A: The 05 came in auto if you live in the US. And don’t listen to the little street racer bitches about the auto. They are just saying shit to hear them selves talk and don’t realize to most people a car is transportation. Get what you want. My first WRX was an auto and after the reflash, it was faster than the 5 speed and the auto has a much better AWD system too so if you do any snow driving, auto’s are better. One suggestion though. If you can swing a few more bucks, I would look for an 06 rather than an 05. The 2.5ltr engine has a little better peak torque and less lag. And they came with much better brakes too so it might be worth checking out. Maybe check the classifieds on NASIOC.com to see if anyone is selling one.

Q: how many miles is too much to buy used? WRX?
i see a lot of cars with 90,000+ miles for sale around the same price.

i’m looking at a 2002/2003 Subaru impreza WRX. What is too much to consider purchasing used? 80k? 90k?

A: That really depends On the maintenance record of the vehicle. and Alot of people do not know this but if the vehicle was run long miles on the highway it is better for the engine than the stop and go in the city. But I would look at somthing with not much more that 75000. If you can find one.

Q: Should I buy a WRX or an Evo?
I have been looking around for a 2003-2005 Mitsubishi Evo with low miles for a few months now. There are not any for sale within 100 miles where I live. Today I found a 2007 Subaru WRX (not STI) in my town and its a good deal and its in good shape. I have almost decided to give up on my Evo dream and go with the WRX. I just want some other people opinions on the Evo VIII and the 2007 WRX. Help me out.
Thanks
Edit: The WRX comes with Tien Springs, Perrin Turbo inlet pipe, 18′ bronze colored wheels along with stock wheels.
He is offering a bigger turbo, intercooler and some other performance parts for a few hundred bucks more.

A: Well the Evo over a regular WRX definately. If it was an Evo or and STi then you can’t go wrong with either.

Q: Why are used lexus is300 or lexus is250 hard to find in michigan?
I am looking to buy a car and am considering purchasing a used 2003 and up is300 or a 2006 is250….but for some reason I can’t find any within 75 miles of ann arbor, michigan. Why is it that there are so few, if not any used ones for sale? I haven’t seen many on the roads, so where are they all?

A: Hey I know what you mean! I also live in Mi. A couple months ago I was looking for a newer used car, and I love the is300. 2JZ RWD what else could you want. couldn’t find one anywhere! At All! WTF!! The only thing I could think of was RWD and snow scare most people. especially if your not into fast cars. I ended up buying a ba8 prelude with a H22a swap. I really wanted a IS300 or a MKIII Supra. Dammit! Good Luck in your search.

Q: Waht does automanual transmission mean?
i was looking at some use cars and i happened to se a lexus IS300 for sale with a carbon fiber hood and the so called “aoutomanual” transmission. what does this mean? could it be an automatic that can be manualy shifted when the driver wants to? if so then that must be the best idea ever for a car.

A: its a combo you can shift if you like or you can let it shift for you. each manufacturer has a different name for it.

Q: APR% for 2002 Lexus IS300?
I went to a car dealer yesterday to look at a 2002 Lexus IS300 which was selling for $11,995, after taxes, tags, fees it came to about $15,000..Now I haven’t established any credit yet and was going to put down $2000, and the sales rep said I needed a substantial amount for down payment ($5000-$6000). Now coming up with about 5k isn’t hard, but I was wondering if anyone had a clue on what my APR% would be considering the $5000 down payment, but with no credit. I’m 21 btw and my parents wouldn’t co-sign but that’s understandable.

A: 1st off, dealership interest rates are almost always higher then bank or credit union rates.

talk to who ever you keep your money with and see what they can offer you.

2nd, every dollar spent up front and not borrowed is a dollar you dont pay interest on. the more you can put down, the cheaper the total price. if you can scrape up another thousand to put down, do so.

Q: Should I get a 2007+ Mitsubishi Lancer as my first car?
I am planning on getting a 07+ Lancer(newest generation) as my first car. They cost $16,000 at the dealer but if i was going to get a 07 or 08 private sale i can get a very good deal.Or should I go for a Lexus IS300? What do you think? they are good cars and they aren’t expensive. The car looks really nice it kinda gives it a aggressive look.
Dont tell me to get a GM car lool.

A: You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here – carinsurance.yoll.net

Q: Documents for tarding in car in NC….Or any info will help?
Ok i will be returing from iraq soon. I will be trading in a 2001 GMC jimmy that i own completely. I have the title and was wondering what other documents i will need to trade the car in. Also the registration will be expired and its currently not registered in NC, so any info on that will help. Also What tips/tricks should i use when bargaining with the sales person to get the best deal? I will be trading it in on a Lexus IS300. I would love any suggestions…. thanks

A: To trade in a car all you will need is the title of the car. But if you going to look around and drive the Jimmy for awhile, you should get it registered before the cops take the car away.
To get the best deal for the Lexus IS300, do some research like on edmunds.com and bring a friend with you who has some experience buying a car. Just try to pay what you think is fair and walk out if you think your paying too much

Q: advice on tuning my mitsubishi eclipse? NEED POWER?
im getting a mitsubishi ecplipse in about a week or two.. its a year 00-03.. one of those lmfao. anyway.. ill prolly have about 4g’s left when im done, and instead of RICEing it out with body kits and spoilers and all that bullshit, id rather put the money into performance… any advice for getting the most performence for my money? (i dont think they make turbo charger kits btw, i looked it up)……. and one last question… is there any engines that can be engine swapped easily with this car?.. before i was going to buy this car, i found a lexus IS300 for like 5g’s that i was gonna buy, because i know you can swap the 2JZ from a supra… i also looked at 240sx’s and swapping an RB26DETT or and SR20…. but i couldnt find any for sale around where i live… so yea, any advice would be appreciated….. OHHH. and one last thing, i bought a 6 cylinder… because it comes stock with 210HP….

A: Since your going to buy the Eclipse GT 3.0L 210bhp one then I believe you can put just bolt ons like intake and exhaust and headers, etc. Its a V6 engine and its powerful. You can turbo charge it by going to a local tuning shop to custom make a turbo kit for you though. A lot of eclipse 4 cylinder one had done this many times by just going to a local tuning shop. Engine swapping will probably be out of the question if you really have only 4g’s. Theres really nothing much out there besides just rebuilding your engine and getting a custom turbo made. If I was you with the 4gs, I would go visit a local tuning shop to see how much is to make a custom turbo kit for the v6 eclipse. If its beyond 4gs, I wouldn’t take it and use that for later or just use on completely bolt ons but still will gain enough power. If its lower than 4gs, make sure it comes with everything provided. But just run it on low boost.

The IS300 are one powerful v6 cars and their sedans too and there RWD. The eclipse v6 (the one your getting) is fwd. But the looks just doesn’t get to me though. The 240sx I would get anyday EVEN without the sr20(as long as its in good condition). You can do a swap out less than 2g with labor at a local tuning shop. Which will bring your 240sx with nearly 220 bhp and turbo’d. My cousin has one with sr20 redtop for s13, and is already achieved 400 whp which is fast, but he said its a beast and a beast at gas eating and uses it at special occasions only. I didn’t get one because I just don’t have the time to build a 240sx.

Q: Toyota tacoma?
I am trying to get a cold air intake for my 1999 2.7 L toyota tacoma. I don’t want to spend a lot of money. I found a cold air intake for the 3.4 L V6 for about $70. Would that system fit on my 2.7 four cylinder.
i know that 4 and 6 cylinder have different parts, but the air boxes are in the same location along with the throttle body and the tube for the air intake.

A: No, 4 cyl and 6 cyl are not compatable for parts.

Q: toyota tacoma??
I need to buy a toyota tacoma between 1995 and 1999 can anyone please let me know if you have any info on one and please no craiglist i already checked.

A: Try these sites.

http://www.autotrader.com

http://www.cars.com

Q: TOYOTA TACOMA………?
i got an 05 toyota tacoma for for my fist car. about how much will it cost me to lift it up about 2 inches? and can any mechanic do it? oh and will it mess anything up? like shox?

A: Depends on the type lift?
A body lift would be easier and cheap(er) if you are going 2″ and will allow for bigger tires. The cost of the body lift is about $150.00 I’d just go ahead and do 3″ since they make 2″, and 3″ body lifts.

I paid 150.00 for my lift on a 1999 Tacoma. (I now have a stock 2005 Tacoma)

A suspension lift would be more expensive, but it will get the frame of the truck higher off the ground 2″. It will cost around $1,250.00

As for labor, you will need to find a place that 4×4 off road work
if you are going body lift. Most big name brand shops don’t fool with body lifts. I did 3 body lifts on Toyota Tacomas, Labor is about 6-7 hours.

As for the suspension lift, some Auto shops do them.
But they’ll only do them if you buy the parts from them.
Labor is the same for a suspension also.Around 7 hours.

Q: Toyota Tacoma ?
Hi, i am seriously thinking about purchasing an 06 or 07 Tacoma double cab with the 4.0 v6. Does anone have any comments or complaints about this truck? Also has anyone used it for towing? I currently own a 98 f-150 4×4 and occasionally use it to tow my Mustang and trailer to the track. It roughly has the same h.p. rating as the Tacoma but torque output i’m unsure of. Has anyone towed a vehicle with the Tacoma, if so any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Sorry forgot that little detail, it’s the 4.6

A: Your Tacoma will tow your mustang just fine, The 4.0 is a very strong engine, you do realize that you are going from a full size truck to more of a compact truck so the towing behavior will be different. You may be a little disappointed with the fuel mileage, but the strong performance will make up for that. Not sure if you have a 4.6 or 5.4 in your F150. I say for occasional towing you will be fine. Toyota quality is far superior, and they are great looking trucks.

Q: How much would it cost to get toyota tacoma completely fitted out approximately?
Might be getting a toyota tacoma 1997-2003, 4×4, with extended cab. How much would it cost to get it completely fitted out im talkin 3 inc lift, swamper tires, winch, toolbox, all the good stuff. Even if i got everything the cheapest i could give me an approximate.(also i would like more suggestions for wat to get those are just things off the top of my head.

A: You should probably check the frame to make sure it’s not rusting in half like Tacoma’s do, before you go getting it “outfitted” with “swamper tires” and a lift kit.

Q: What are the best modifications for a 99 toyota tacoma?
I just bought a ‘99 Toyota Tacoma with the TRD package. Can anyone tell me what some good modifications are as far as air intakes, headers, etc.? I’m especially looking for people who have already done these modifications and what kind of gains they got from them.

A: I don’t have a Tacoma but I had a T-100 and I have a 2001 Tundra that I bought new, Both of these trucks were used to deliver Mail I put the equivalent of 380,000 miles on the T-100 and then I bought the Tundra and I put the equivalent 500,000 miles on it. These are not real mills but are taken from a clock in either case both vehicles were operated for under $1000 for a 4 year period of time each, before them I drove Fords and my cost of keeping them on the road was between $12,000 and $18,000 for a like amount of time only not going as far, more like 340,000 for the four year time frame. It is yours and your choice but if I was you I would keep it just the way it is. I drove 24 new Fords before I bought my first Toyota and now I wouldn’t let you park one in my drive way.

Edit note; I wish that Fords were near as good but I am sorry they just aren’t, I counted on my truck to earn a living

Q: Toyota Tacoma, if it fails test, can dealer trade you a car right then and there then receive check?
Also, what ar ethe percentages of these Tacomas failing. 99 Toyota Tacoma here, taking it in this week.

A: I assume that you are talking about the frame rust thing. If you live in the rust belt, Chicago, Detroit etc. the chances are pretty good it may fail. Call your dealer and ask him what your options are. I have heard that some trucks are just getting new frames now.

Q: How do I get anywhere with a complaint against a Toyota Tacoma rusty frame?
My 2005 Toyota Tacoma with 55k miles has a rusty looking frame. It is not rusted through, just really ugly start for a 3-4 year old truck. I called Toyota and checked for recall with my Vin# and nothing was recalled. They told me to go to a dealer and have them check it out. Any advice on what I can do in adition to this?

A: Go to a dealer and have them check it out.

Q: what is the best combination for a sound system in a toyota tacoma truck?
Im getting a toyota tacoma, and im wanting to put a sound system in it, with good quality sound. Im wondering what type and what size speakers i should get and what amp to go along with it?

A: If you’re new to car audio, you probably dont know something that you should. JL Audio makes the best of everything. Speakers, amps, subs, crossovers, EVERYTHING. It all depends on how much you want to spend.

I’d go with some nice 10″ subs to go underneath the seats or behind the rear seats. JL w3s are VERY good speakers. You could get a nice $150 alpine deck and a kenwood amp for around $500 total.

email me with questions
good luck

Q: How do you change the oil filter on a Toyota Tacoma?
I just changed the oil on my “new” 1996 Toyota Tacoma 4X4 with the 3.4L V6. That that oil filter is almost impossible to access without removing the front skid plate. Is there some special tool or technique to remove (and install) that oil filter without removing that skid plate?

A: If I can recall its a 14mm Screw that holds it in. I think theres 4 screws. If its like the 2009 Tundra, you can remove the rear bolts and bend the plate, put a piece of paper news paper and slip it underneath, slowly remove the oil filter and oil should start dripping out and hit the news paper and flow down on it into your pan or w.e your using to hold the old oil.

Q: what is the average price for a black 2004 toyota tacoma automactic?
I am going to be buying a vehicle soon and I want to get a Black 2004 Toyota Tacoma and I need to know the average cost of them. Please let me know. Thank you.

A: http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/searchresults.jsp?num_records=100&search_lang=en&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&search_type=both&distance=0&address=90210&marketZipError=false&style_flag=1&make=TOYOTA&model=TACOMA&make2=&start_year=2003&end_year=2004&min_price=1&max_price=1000000&seller_type=b&transmission=&engine=&drive=&doors=&fuel=&max_mileage=&color=&keywordsrep=&keywordsfyc=&keywords_display=&sort_type=priceDESC&body_code=0&certified=&advanced=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&showZipError=n&default_sort=priceDESC&awsp=false&keywordsrep=&keywordsfyc=&systime=&rdm=1234839132999

Q: How does my jeep compare to a Toyota Tacoma 4×4?
I’m just curious I have a jeep wrangler and I love it to death and wouldn’t trade it for anything. I’m just curious how does it compare off road to a Toyota Tacoma 4×4. Both being bone stock. I know this is probably one of those both have pros and cons type question but I’d like hear everyones opinion.

A: I have a Tacoma, it’s been a great truck and I’ve driven thousands of offroad trails without a problem. Reliability has been great, (I have an 04) and I’m sure if I decide to sell it I’ll be able to get more than a Jeep of the same year. It’s also much quieter on the road than a Jeep, and it’s comforting to know that Toyota is not going bankrupt in the next couple of months.

That being said, I imagine a shorter wheelbase, solid axel vehicle like the jeep will perform better offroad in most situations than a longer wheelbase, IFS vehicle like the Tacoma.

Q: Where can I find a front drivers side seat for a 98 toyota tacoma?
I have a 98 Toyota tacoma and I have been searching for ages for a new front drivers side seat. Can anyone tell me where the best place to find one would be or point me in the direction of one? Would the seats from a 96, 97, 99, 2000 tacoma fit the car? I really need to find this seat fast, its the last part I need to completely restore my truck.

A: What I’ve done in the past is contact the bigger or cheaper auto wreckers and compare their prices and then I’ve compared the U pick auto wreckers prices and usually I end up pulling out the seats myself.Then I clean and even soap scrub the seats , allow them to sit and dry then install them using new bolts etc if possible.

To me if you want both seats to match either you need to remove or buy two seats clean etc or have the two old seats you in it reupholstered by a auto custom upholstery shop.Really if you’ve the cash you could order new seats or even have them custom made for you.

Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way 100% you can buy used seats for it bec now a days most of the auto wreckers all are connected to each other via the net etc and if the wreckers in your area don’t have the part you can get them to order them for you through their contacts.

Q: Would a Toyota Tacoma be able to hold the box springs to a double/full bed?
I have to move a double/full sized bed this evening. I thought I’d only have a Ford Escape available, but now it looks like I’d have access to a Toyota Tacoma as well. Which would be better? I’m mostly concerned with the box springs since it’s the largest and most inflexible piece. Thanks!

A: you and your box springs.

yeah, they’ll fit, although they might lay sideways with one side up on the top of the side of the bed. just tie them down and all is well. the tire humps is what will be the problem, but laying sideways will be fine.

Q: How difficult is it to install A/C in a 95 Toyota Tacoma?
I’m looking at buying a 95 Toyota Tacoma. A/C was an option and the original owner did not have it installed. The bolt are there to install it but how hard would it be. I’m somewhat handy. Is this something a mechanic would have to do or what?

A: Will be cheaper to look for a truck with the AC already installed, even if you may need to have that one’s AC fixed.

Q: Who has a VW Beetle for sale in Kenya? I seriously need it. It must be in very good condition.?

A: …so you’ll wire the $1,000,000 to my account, right?

Q: dose anyone have a vw beetle for sale? years from 1950 to 1985?

A: Where are you located?
Check San Diego craigslist…..there are a butt load for sale there
or look on craigslist in your area
e-bay

Q: VW New Beetle For Sale In Houston, Texas?
Anyone have a VW New Beetle for sale in or around the houston area?

A: Go to craigslist.com

and type in VW new beetle, you’ll find plenty

Q: Why was the original style VW Beetle not offered for sale in the USA when it was still for sale in Mexico?
Volkswagen just stopped producing the old-style Beetle in 2005 but it has not been available in the US for about 30 years. Why???

A: Maybe it is because they are trying as new marketing technique or something.

Q: White VW New Beetle for sale?
I am looking for a White or Green VW New Beetle for sale.
I do have some prefrences:

1. Sunroof
2. Leather
and
3. nothing over 12000

if you can help it would be great!
I have been looking for months and i Just
cant seem to find the one.

Thanks SO Much!
Sorry. And Zip Code is —- 91740

A: These searches are customized to your preferences.

White, Sunroof, Leather, under 12k.

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/searchresults.jsp?lastStartYear=1981&num_records=25&search_lang=en&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&search_type=both&distance=0&address=23192&marketZipError=false&style_flag=1&make=VOLKS&model=BEETLE&make2=&start_year=1981&end_year=2011&min_price=1&max_price=12000&seller_type=b&transmission=&engine=&drive=&doors=&fuel=&max_mileage=&color=WHITE&color2=&feature7=leather+seats&feature13=sunroof&keywordsrep=&keywordsfyc=&keywords_display=&sort_type=priceDESC&body_code=0&certified=&advanced=y&highlightFirstMakeModel=&showZipError=y&default_sort=priceDESC&awsp=false&systime=&rdm=1277427392317

Green, Sunroof, Leather, under 12k.

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/searchresults.jsp?lastStartYear=1981&num_records=25&search_lang=en&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&search_type=both&distance=0&address=23192&marketZipError=false&style_flag=1&make=VOLKS&model=BEETLE&make2=&start_year=1981&end_year=2011&min_price=1&max_price=12000&seller_type=b&transmission=&engine=&drive=&doors=&fuel=&max_mileage=&color=GREEN&color2=&feature7=leather+seats&feature13=sunroof&keywordsrep=&keywordsfyc=&keywords_display=&sort_type=priceDESC&body_code=0&certified=&advanced=y&highlightFirstMakeModel=&showZipError=n&default_sort=priceDESC&awsp=false&systime=&rdm=1277427507703

Good Choice, Good Luck, and enjoy your VW

P.S. – Sorry the distances are from my location – did not know where you are…. You can click “Modify Search” and just change my zip code to yours.

Q: I have a 1973 original VW Beetle, manual transmission for sale. How much should I ask (US Dollars)?
The car is not running and my neighbor has expressed interest in purchasing the car. Because of it’s age, the online car pricing websites are not much help.

A: Check eBay and Craigslist for your area. Depending on condition that show run anywhere from 500 for one with rusted floors and non-working engine to 15000 for a fully restored.

Q: Any cheap old model VW beetles for sale on internet?
I can’t find any i like, the smaller cute ones are probably the ones i like- it’s for an assignment
thx

A: Yes, they are all over
Ebay
thesamba
craigslist

I look at all 3 daily for the right deal

Q: what is the average selling price of a 1968 volkswagen beetle?
There is a 68 vw beetle for sale down by my house that is $3800, but would it be possible to talk him down to $3000. The car is a fairly good looking car. The engine runs fine. They have custom painted it themselves using what looks like spray paint. What should the price of that vehicle be?

A: you can check ebay and see what they are going for. That is a very cool and fairly popular car. Be sure to check it over for rust.

BTW: The only way to know if he will take 3k is to offer him the money and see what he says. If that is the max you are willing to pay then walk away.

Q: looking for 1953 to 1968 vw beetles for sale in fort worth tx?

A: Consult Hemmings Motor News or contact one of the local Volkswagen car clubs. Club members usually know where good cars are.

Q: Can I find a split window beetle for sale close to Miami,FL? What would be the cheapest?
I don’t really need it to run, but it wouldn’t hurt. Lately I have been wanting to start on my first project car. I have Narrowed it down to the old VW Beetle (1953 and older) with the rear oval shaped split-window. I don’t have a whole lot of money to spend but I am very enthusiastic about this new project. Thank you.

A: Honestly, I could just tell you to forget it, but head over to thesamba.com and start reading. A split window beetle(rarest, most expensive) is not where you start in the vw hobby unless you have deep pockets or atleast alot of knowledge.

What are your plans for this project?

Q: Brand New Classic VW Beetles for Sale! Any good?
http://www.apple2000.com/

A: Not sure how current that site is, because they stopped building Beetles in Mexico like 4 years ago. At $1.99 to the British pound, these cars would cost about $15,000 plus shipping.
If these are, in fact, Mexican or Mexican-spec Beetles, built from leftover parts or with leftover tooling, last I knew they couldn’t be brought into the US for a few reasons, mainly Emissions specs.

Update: Heard back from them, & they assured me that the cars would meet Federal emissions standards. Containerized shipping as fas as NYC would run you about $1750. Apparently, they are being built new, using the retired tooling from the Puebla, Mexico plant.
If you think it’s worth the $17,000, go for it, but check with your local DMV first to make sure they’ll register it.
They also mentioned using the new Classic as a donor car, whatever that’s supposed to mean… (donate everything except the number plate? to an older pre-emissions car?)

Q: How to find vehicle pricing for a 1969 VW Beetle?
I’m looking to buy a 1969 VW Beetle that I found for sale in my city, but I want to know the blue book value or something similar so I know if the asking price is fair. Does anyone know where to look? Kelly Blue Book only let us check pricing on a vehicle dating back to 1987. Help?

A: If you really want to know what it is worth whether selling or buying from a dealer or private owner and you are withing the US then go to Kelly’s blue online I have the link below. You can find out any value or pricing whether new or old on there and also check out a consumer’s report on it and see what you get although I have never used consumer reports before. But Kelly’s Blue Book is the best!!!

Dag I jumped the gun on this one but give Consumer reports a try.

Kelly’s Blue Book

( Just Copy And Paste it into your browser)

http://www.kbb.com/kbb/default.aspx?trid=3&gclid=CMyzgZm_yooCFQ4hgQodoCxU1w

Q: ’70’s VW Super Beetle: A good daily driver?
Hey Everyone, I found a ‘73 VW Super Beetle for sale for about $6,000. It’s been restored and it looks great. Just wondering: how good a “good-weather” (only driven on non-rainy/snowy days) daily driver does it make? Are they reliable? Safe? Thanks in advance to all who answer!!!

A: I drove a 1968 VW bug for 17 years. I got good at tinkering under the little rear ‘hood’. But it drove pretty well in bad weather. In hot weather it will stall out because the engine is air cooled and if the air outside is hot, the engine just stops until it can cool off. But nothing is cuter than a bug.

Q: Is the VW New Beetle a cool car for a guy to buy?
I’m looking to buy my first car, and I found several VW New Beetles for sale within my price range. I remember when I was in Middle school, I went to a mall and I checked one out at a mall and I thought it was really cool because it was small, got good gas mileage, and had a nice interior.

However, would the New Beetle be cool for a guy to buy? I’ve heard several people say that they are mostly girl cars. Would a New Beetle be cool for a guy in the right color (dark blue, black, etc)?

A: For your first car its ok, I also have an beetle for my first car, but I do take some ribbing because of its lack of performance and that mostly middle age women drive them.
Gas mileage is ok but not what you would expect of a sub compact car (20-25mpg) but it gets you where you need to go. The view is great, when driving there is virtually no blind spots. Road handling is good, I can take corners from 12-18mph.
The downsides: if the car has over 100k miles you may need a trans rebuild sometime in the near future because VW uses a sealed transmission, there is barely any AM radio reception, and don’t expect to get from 0-60mph in a hurry either.
Overall an ok car.

Q: How much is a VW 1300 beetle worth?
Well I’m looking for a summer project and i came across this VW beetle 1300 for sale.

It doesn’t start at all, needs 4 new tires, New window and probably a lot of other things.

Just wondering how much it would be worth on average…

Also, could the price be in either American Dollars or Australian Dollars please.

And are they hard to fix? E.g Is the Engine complicated and hard to fix and repair?
It is a 1966 I believe, Will need new oil, Spark plugs, Basically everything new and I will have to clean out the engine.

A: One of the reasons these cars are still sought after is their simplicity, durability and ease of repair. I recommend getting a shop manual for it. It would show how to do all the things it will need to “come back to life”. Regarding value, I have seen them sell for around $1000 in similar condition as you describe. One thing to look for is rust, especially around the battery area. Parts are readily available from several sources. I don’t know why someone here recommended against buying one because he thinks the “air cooled sound” is horrid. That has nothing to do with what you asked. Good luck and have fun.