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multicartual 06-09-2014 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by white rocket (Post 8484527)

Mazda B2200

this thing is fucking rad! :thumbsup:



302 + T5!!! :toot:

dared3vil0 06-09-2014 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Nodnarb (Post 8484499)
I'm always skeptical, so please enlighten me if I'm missing something.. So many cars sold after recent engine rebuilds. Is it really worth it to rebuild and sell immediately after vs. selling with an engine that needs rebuilding? Every ad I see where it says "recently rebuilt" or "only xxxx kms on new/rebuilt engine" makes me think there are more skeletons in the closet.

Am I alone here?

I think the exact same thing!

"freshly rebuilt, only 1700km's on rebuild!"

Then why the fuck are you selling it?!

Gazorcoop 06-09-2014 08:58 PM

Spoiler!


I'm onboard with this. For example, that "race ready" EK with a type-R swap that has been on Craigslist on and off for years has a "recently rebuilt transmission". Cons: third gear grind. Really?


On topic:
Honda Accord 1991 (Aircared)

multicartual 06-09-2014 09:27 PM

1987 Mustang convertible lx and 302 motor


http://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_2...nH_600x450.jpg


Would buy for this sticker alone!!!

!Aznboi128 06-09-2014 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by dared3vil0 (Post 8484587)
I think the exact same thing!

"freshly rebuilt, only 1700km's on rebuild!"

Then why the fuck are you selling it?!

a lot of people buy broken cars fix them up with a swap to flip. It's common and I've seen many happen.

Friend of mine picked up a 03 TL Type-s for 1,000 that wouldn't start/move. Replaced tranny and battery for $1500 he sold the car for 7,000.

fliptuner 06-10-2014 12:06 AM

They could also be weekend cars that barely get driven or track cars with low (but hard driven) mileage.

white rocket 06-10-2014 07:59 AM

Sometimes it is easier to sell a running and driving car. Not from a money making standpoint at all but moreso to attract a larger number of potential buyers. A non-running vehicle has a limited market as the common man don't got time for that!!

zetazeta 06-10-2014 08:21 AM

1991 NSX Red/black 128K kms MUST SELL

Has this been posted yet? I wonder how it checks out in person

Shark Tank 06-10-2014 12:21 PM

E36 M3
$7500 CDN
140K Miles
BMW M3

MINT 08 M6 12k KM <--- Super Low KM's Car MSRP Over $100K CDN
$55K CDN
2008 immaculate M6 Fully loaded only 12000Km

2007 Bmw Alpina B7 Super Rare 1 of 750
MSRP $165K CDN
$36K CDN
2007 Bmw Alpina B7 - over 500 horsepower only 700 made

westopher 06-10-2014 12:52 PM

that M3 is automatic, and used to be listed as a salvage title. Its been for sale since I bought mine 11 months ago. It also matches the exact description of another ad on there almost word for word, using terms like "dints" and "pretty much no scratches with the same sentences slightly modified and same sentence structure. It seems pretty scammy.

sdubfid 06-10-2014 01:43 PM

84 Honda XL 250

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rd...513033252.html not only is this a tintop but it has an extremely rare oem roofrack that americans will buy

SpartanAir 06-10-2014 07:25 PM

Solid deal if you're looking for a quality build. Seller seems a bit full of himself though.

1990 Nissan 300zx Twin Turbo - Show Winner, Fully Restored, Built LHD

boostfever 06-10-2014 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by SpartanAir (Post 8485109)
Solid deal if you're looking for a quality build. Seller seems a bit full of himself though.

1990 Nissan 300zx Twin Turbo - Show Winner, Fully Restored, Built LHD

solid deal at 24K? really?

I don't know how the term "fully restored" applies to a 1990 Nissan. It just looks like the paintjob was done to the car. (performance parts added is another story)
Interior looks pretty tired.

kunoman1 06-10-2014 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by SpartanAir (Post 8485109)
Solid deal if you're looking for a quality build. Seller seems a bit full of himself though.

1990 Nissan 300zx Twin Turbo - Show Winner, Fully Restored, Built LHD

Pretty sure the owners on RS
And I agree, for 24000, I kinda expect a bit more

SpartanAir 06-10-2014 08:07 PM

^Meh, upon reflection, you guys are right. I'd expect an immaculate interior for that price. Shouldn't be listed for more than 20k.

Shark Tank 06-10-2014 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by boostfever (Post 8485118)
solid deal at 24K? really?

I don't know how the term "fully restored" applies to a 1990 Nissan. It just looks like the paintjob was done to the car. (performance parts added is another story)
Interior looks pretty tired.

The car is obviously clean and immaculate. You can't put a price on cars pampered by there owners. The car looks very appealing and out of all the 300zx locally this is one of 1% that aren't high mileage P.O.S.

While the yellow is not a color I would ever choose it doesn't look bad. Car has been appraised and all documentation is included which is a good sign that the car is not been molested. If you are a serious buyer the price is negotiable as obo indicates.

Car isn't steal of the century but it's priced well for what it is. Owner has clearly put in the hours and babies it. I'm not in the market for a 300zx but if I were and if the car was white I would shoot shit with the owner and make an offer on the car.

dared3vil0 06-10-2014 09:35 PM

You don't get money back on mods when you go to sell it, Ever.

fliptuner 06-10-2014 10:10 PM

Appraised value :fuckthatshit:

Buy here instead - guaranteed to appraise for at least double:

boostfever 06-10-2014 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Shark Tank (Post 8485144)
The car is obviously clean and immaculate. You can't put a price on cars pampered by there owners. The car looks very appealing and out of all the 300zx locally this is one of 1% that aren't high mileage P.O.S.

While the yellow is not a color I would ever choose it doesn't look bad. Car has been appraised and all documentation is included which is a good sign that the car is not been molested. If you are a serious buyer the price is negotiable as obo indicates.

Car isn't steal of the century but it's priced well for what it is. Owner has clearly put in the hours and babies it. I'm not in the market for a 300zx but if I were and if the car was white I would shoot shit with the owner and make an offer on the car.

by "shoot shit" I am assuming you mean lowballing him. :fuckthatshit:

Put all the hours and money you want in a car, you won't get 1/2 of it back unless it is a very sought after classic or sports car.

CP.AR 06-11-2014 02:21 AM

a bit off topic but doing a search for an Lancer Evo 4 on Craigslist gives me a lot of ads from "Velocity Cars" in Burnaby.

Anyone have any sort of dealings or heard of any stories about these guys? I might drop by and take a look at some Evo 4s when I'm back in town.

tofu1413 06-11-2014 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Amuro Ray (Post 8485276)
a bit off topic but doing a search for an Lancer Evo 4 on Craigslist gives me a lot of ads from "Velocity Cars" in Burnaby.

Anyone have any sort of dealings or heard of any stories about these guys? I might drop by and take a look at some Evo 4s when I'm back in town.

one of those evo4's blew up on my test drive...


(had a deal going, numbers were right, deal pending to test drive)

SpeedStars 06-11-2014 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Amuro Ray (Post 8485276)
a bit off topic but doing a search for an Lancer Evo 4 on Craigslist gives me a lot of ads from "Velocity Cars" in Burnaby.

Anyone have any sort of dealings or heard of any stories about these guys? I might drop by and take a look at some Evo 4s when I'm back in town.

They're one of our sponsors I believe

you! 06-11-2014 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by tofu1413 (Post 8485400)
one of those evo4's blew up on my test drive...


(had a deal going, numbers were right, deal pending to test drive)

so did it blew up while u were test driving it? granny shifting not double clutching like u should? lol

or did someone else blew it while u were discussing numbers with sales?

GabAlmighty 06-11-2014 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by boostfever (Post 8485118)
solid deal at 24K? really?

I don't know how the term "fully restored" applies to a 1990 Nissan. It just looks like the paintjob was done to the car. (performance parts added is another story)
Interior looks pretty tired.

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Originally Posted by kunoman1 (Post 8485122)
Pretty sure the owners on RS
And I agree, for 24000, I kinda expect a bit more

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Originally Posted by SpartanAir (Post 8485139)
^Meh, upon reflection, you guys are right. I'd expect an immaculate interior for that price. Shouldn't be listed for more than 20k.

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Originally Posted by dared3vil0 (Post 8485182)
You don't get money back on mods when you go to sell it, Ever.

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Originally Posted by ICE BOY (Post 8485198)
Appraised value :fuckthatshit:

Buy here instead - guaranteed to appraise for at least double:

Quote:

Originally Posted by boostfever (Post 8485204)
by "shoot shit" I am assuming you mean lowballing him. :fuckthatshit:

Put all the hours and money you want in a car, you won't get 1/2 of it back unless it is a very sought after classic or sports car.

Although normally I would be agreeing with this sentiment I know the owner of the car and know how much work and dedication was put into the vehicle. Price is obo remember.

tofu1413 06-11-2014 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by you! (Post 8485488)
so did it blew up while u were test driving it? granny shifting not double clutching like u should? lol

or did someone else blew it while u were discussing numbers with sales?

price was agreed. then went for test drive. did one WOT pull up a hill and the car misfired after that...

walked away afterwards and bought an evo 5 privately instead


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