Im thinking about getting this..
Im thinking about getting this.. What do u guys this. I have been into Mustang all my life and now want to look into a LS1's. I saw this and thought that it was a dam clean car, had a clean Carfax report, and Just looked good all around. Just one real thing that bugs me is the mileage, but I have been told that those engines can had high mileage well, if they are taken care of well. Also that doing a rebuild is not to expensive or difficult. Im just looking for some advice about this and what people think of this car. I have been told by my other buddies who all have WS6's and Camaro's etc...That I should go there to the dealership and offer them $7500 CASH(Which I have and would not be a problem)..So post up so advice for me and what u guys think.
heres the car:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
heres the car:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
looks like a clean car. i'd go up there test drive it and see how you like it. make the offer, couldn't hurt, looks somewhat clean. i think you'll have to give more than 7500 though...let us know how it works out.
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Start out offering them 6,000, then go up from there. I'll bet they will take 7,650 for it. Most dealers will drop about fifteen percent off their asking price. Be sure to lowball them first and work your way up.
Just remember they need you more than you need them. Take your time, don't appear to be anxious to get it. Be civil to the salesman. Point out a few "flaws", like high mileage, worn tires, stuff like that. Just don''t go overboard on them.
Give it a shot. good luck.
Just remember they need you more than you need them. Take your time, don't appear to be anxious to get it. Be civil to the salesman. Point out a few "flaws", like high mileage, worn tires, stuff like that. Just don''t go overboard on them.
Give it a shot. good luck.
I wouldn't pay more than about $7500 for it if its nearly flawless. Over 100k, z28, automatic (I like autos but they're generally worth less, and with that mileage the tranny will be needed a refresh soon).
These cars have gotten really cheap. If it has something wrong with it keep looking and no way in hell pay what they're asking.
EDIT: I'd be a little more lenient, forgot it was an 02 so that helps some.
These cars have gotten really cheap. If it has something wrong with it keep looking and no way in hell pay what they're asking.
EDIT: I'd be a little more lenient, forgot it was an 02 so that helps some.
Ya...I forgot to say that the trans was the other thing that would worrie me if it hasn't be refreshed latley..Just curious, how much would it be to rebuild a trans? Im not sure to stock or make a Built solid trans??
and Theres no WAY in HELL I would pay that sticker price of that car..That would be insane
and Theres no WAY in HELL I would pay that sticker price of that car..That would be insane
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Well I'm not sure how much a local shop would charge. If you are gonna be racing a lot and wanted a strong transmission. I think most of sponsors charge approx. 1500 for a strong transmission. Look to spend another 500 or SO for a high stall converter. Then you'll be worry free and really haul *** if you intend to race it.
Also depends if you are going to do the remove and install yourself. The local shops can vary a lot and I'd imagine it isn't very much if you remove and install it yourself.
Better make some friends that know how to turn a wrench. You'll save a lot of money and learn a lot.
Not to worry you at all, i just always share the worst possible scenario. I've had mine since 2007 and no transmission issues till now. Converter isn't locking, but that's a whole other problem. It might not even be the transmission.
Also depends if you are going to do the remove and install yourself. The local shops can vary a lot and I'd imagine it isn't very much if you remove and install it yourself.
Better make some friends that know how to turn a wrench. You'll save a lot of money and learn a lot.
Not to worry you at all, i just always share the worst possible scenario. I've had mine since 2007 and no transmission issues till now. Converter isn't locking, but that's a whole other problem. It might not even be the transmission.
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I bought my 99 M6 ss for 7500 two years ago with 106k on it. It has 141k on it now and hasn't missed a beat. Just take care of it and everything will be ok. I guess the auto trans could be a downfall, but if it was taken care of it will be ok.
My dad is a mechanic, average rebuild for a busted 4l60e is $800-1000 depending on how bad its busted. This includes upgrades and every one he builds gets a transgo kit of some sort, even if its the mildest.
He's never just rebuilt one that wasn't dead though. It cost me $500 in parts for my last one and I busted damn near everything in it.
He's never just rebuilt one that wasn't dead though. It cost me $500 in parts for my last one and I busted damn near everything in it.
paying in cash also helps out alot. when you put that money down and show them that you will pay it all in cash they have a hard time saying no. also just point out some flaws in the paint, interior and stuff like that. act like you know what your talkin about
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If they want more than $7500 tell them you have a friend who could send them a fax of what he paid for his 01 with much less mileage (me).
Just over $6000 for mine from an Infiniti Dealership.
Just over $6000 for mine from an Infiniti Dealership.
Update for everyone: I am going to look at this car 2morrow. He has dropped the price on it about $600 since I first posted this thread. Any advice that anyone can give me on what to keep an eye out for on this car would be greatly appreciated. The most Im gonna offer him is $7K, but I am gonna Start negotiating at $6K.
deff start at $6000 kind of be a dick about things. Pinpoint every bad thing about the car from interior to paint condition. My car was list a $9000 the day before i went to go buy they lowered it down to $8500. i went there did the samething i just said above and got the car for $7200. The car only had 61,000 on the dot and this was a year ago. Just sit there and play with him and u can pretty much get what u want
I bought my 99 TA for 6000 cash. The dealership was asking 13,500 for it, which was WAY too much. The car had 92000 miles and was in perfect shape, but I would never have payed that much. The next day the lot was getting repo'd, so I showed up with 6k cash and they took it. This was about a year ago, and things have gotten much worse for the dealerships since then. CASH talks, Im pretty sure youll be able to walk away with a good deal. Just be patient, these dealerships are hurting but arent gonna throw a deal right at you. Good luck, and welcome to the wonderful world of the LS1!
deff start at $6000 kind of be a dick about things. Pinpoint every bad thing about the car from interior to paint condition. My car was list a $9000 the day before i went to go buy they lowered it down to $8500. i went there did the samething i just said above and got the car for $7200. The car only had 61,000 on the dot and this was a year ago. Just sit there and play with him and u can pretty much get what u want
it's shady ****
best of luck street99!
its an alright deal. IMO, its priced 2k higher than it should be. Auto cars usually go for less than manual cars. I bought mine or $6700, but thats sort of the exception from what ive seen. Offer 6k, the miles are kind of high and who knows what life it had before this. If it doesn't work out, keep looking - these cars aren't exactly rare.