NemesisLS1

iTrader: (3)

Ok, So I crashed my trans am back in 2009 and I am finally looking at buying another one but more as a project car build. I found a 1999 Pontiac Trans Am with 220,000 miles, 6 speed, Good interior, Bad paint (needs a paint job). Would it be worth to purchase for $6000 knowing that I will be needing to rebuild the engine and get a paint job eventually?

Mods. LS6 intake, MTI clear lid, K&N, Longtubes and full exhaust, short throw shifter and new clutch.

Seller is also running castrol GTX 20w50 which is also a red flag.

Let me know your thoughts.

Thanks

Raven02TA

iTrader: (11)

pics?

without even seeing pictures of the paint. i wouldnt pay more than $5k. to paint a car right you are looking at about $4K. IMO you would be better off buying a roller on this site with a good body for $3/4K and putting a motor/trans in.

NemesisLS1

iTrader: (3)

Thanks for the advice. I ended up steering away from it. The high miles and the fact that he is running such a thick oil makes me think the engine is almost toast, let alone the fact that its not a genuine Trans Am. But does have some good bolt ons. It is still for sale here if anyone is interested in a project car.
http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...44717921&Log=0

Maybe talk him down a grand or so.

The search continues...

scottyroc

iTrader: (5)

Good call. At least the seller seemed to be honest with you.