Buying an lt1 camaro, what to look for??
02-23-2008, 11:38 PM
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Buying an lt1 camaro, what to look for?? This is my first time getting a Camaro, I'm coming over from my Integra, so I don't know what to search for (common problems) in this 1995 Camaro Z28?
02-24-2008, 05:30 PM
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Make sure it doesn't have a misfire or stored codes for the optical sensor of the distributor. Make sure it shifts well, do a VIN check for any prior problems. OH and if it overheats, don't buy it...
02-24-2008, 06:38 PM
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Make sure the little triangle trim peice infront of the driver's side window is good and tight. That little ****** will fly off and hit you in the face while you're driving...
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Check the oil
Check the trans fluid (no burnt smell, frothyness, discoloration )Should be nice cranberry red
Check for leaks
Feel every gear shift and shift into every one manually
Go over bumps and crap
Make sharp turns
Listen for noises
etc etc etc!!
Check the trans fluid (no burnt smell, frothyness, discoloration )Should be nice cranberry red
Check for leaks
Feel every gear shift and shift into every one manually
Go over bumps and crap
Make sharp turns
Listen for noises
etc etc etc!!
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02-24-2008, 07:22 PM
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I would watch for overheating. I'm not sure if these cars are known for blown head gaskets but it seems to be fairly common because of the iron block/aluminum head combo.
02-24-2008, 10:26 PM
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