Ok, so I need some opinions.

MeNtAlPaTiEnT · Post by **MeNtAlPaTiEnT** » November 7th, 2006, 1:26 pm

I look around the local shopper for some mx3 and I see this one:

1.8L,rebuilt motor/350k,5speed/new clutch. Body redone,painted silver,body kit,new shocks,lowering coil/over kit,cdplayer,remote shaved handles,$2, 000.obo

Would it be worth the price? I might even be able to get a lower price due to high mileage. Opinions?

Tunes67 · Post by **Tunes67** » November 7th, 2006, 1:40 pm

I'd say its worth it.. I'd have it safety inspected to make sure nothing Hinky was done to it or that there isnt any hidden damage. But it sounds like the body has been refreshed.. the suspension has been refreshed and the engine as well. Should be a decent ride. If you can get the price down.. even better. Just my 2 cents.

Tunes67

jschrauwen · Post by **jschrauwen** » November 7th, 2006, 8:23 pm

Since it appears it may have been heavily modded, it would be prudent to use a VERY stringent screening on it. All too often, mods done have been short-cutted or have been sloppily done. Shaved door handles? Hmmm, can you easily climb through the rear hatch if necessary? You haven't mentioned if this is a private sale, if the owner is a member here, where you live (UK or AU perhaps?), or the reason for the sale in the first place.

hharb · Post by **hharb** » November 12th, 2006, 7:57 pm

I saw the car too.. well the add. I personally think the body kit is ugly as hell. I'm not sure how bad or good the paint job is. rebuilt engine.. when was it rebuilt etc.. i would say 2000 is a bit too high of a price.. maybe 1500 or so would be a fair price considering the amount of money u might have to spend on 300+K used car. oh by the way i've seen klzes in great conditions selling for 2500 in ontario, so if you're looking for a "great deal" you should keep looking, you'll find much better deals.. but i would go check the car out and test drive it see if it's worth the trouble.