WS6 ls1 m6 as a Daily driver?
02-16-2008, 09:08 AM
#22
Launching!
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: slodeatha tx
Posts: 219
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
02-16-2008, 09:38 AM
#23
I have had 2 cars in my life:
1. 1982 monte carlo (future race car) which i still drive and love. 14 mpg and ragged out!
2. 94 z in my sig. (weekend/summer toy) 11mpg in town, and 14mpg highway. Current Daily driver
We also have a 2005 civic (wifes) 38mpg highway
I have been playing with the idea of getting a m6 ls1 ws6 for a d/d when we pay off her car. Later down the road this might turn into a 2nd toy (8-10 years from now). Are there any problems you could think of with this?
I want a 2001-2002 ls6 intake/block? M6 for sure. At what point does a ls1 start having problems (miles) and what are the common problems besides, window motors and possibly a headlight motor?
Also how much money am i looking at?
1. 1982 monte carlo (future race car) which i still drive and love. 14 mpg and ragged out!
2. 94 z in my sig. (weekend/summer toy) 11mpg in town, and 14mpg highway. Current Daily driver
We also have a 2005 civic (wifes) 38mpg highway
I have been playing with the idea of getting a m6 ls1 ws6 for a d/d when we pay off her car. Later down the road this might turn into a 2nd toy (8-10 years from now). Are there any problems you could think of with this?
I want a 2001-2002 ls6 intake/block? M6 for sure. At what point does a ls1 start having problems (miles) and what are the common problems besides, window motors and possibly a headlight motor?
Also how much money am i looking at?
If you start modding it(which you will) and want to launch hard and at high rpms the rear will not take it. Another common problem is the door panels cracking but there is a sticky to explain that and how to fix it.
I bought mine for 17k with 39k miles on it in imaculate condition. You will see them on here with 75k for the $13k range.
02-16-2008, 09:53 AM
#24
Launching!
iTrader: (25)
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Hamilton Twp, NJ
Posts: 233
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I'd do it in a heartbeat. My 99 Formula (WS6 Clone) is pure fun to drive. Definitely get the M6, auto's kill the fun factor of a daily driver. The hard part will be to not turn it into a hot rod....the temptation will be hard to resist. Good Luck. I would guess that a good clean used WS6 will be about 15K and up.
02-16-2008, 10:37 AM
#27
TECH Senior Member
02-16-2008, 03:08 PM
#31
TECH Enthusiast
iTrader: (3)
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Buffalo, NY
Posts: 679
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I drove mine everday when i got it last mid summer. I know have it stored a bit. Its fun, surprizing how fast it is stock it was scary when i first got it lol.
02-17-2008, 05:43 AM
#32
Well, I went from a 89 T/A 305 TBI getting 15-16 mpg to a 00' Firehawk getting 15-16 mpg. I was really pissed about that. I DD my Firehawk last year but not this year. The car is to nice to drive everyday and beat up.
I bought a M6. My city has a lot of stop lights. It's really easy to drive and it's way more fun than an A4.
I bought a M6. My city has a lot of stop lights. It's really easy to drive and it's way more fun than an A4.
02-17-2008, 11:44 AM
#33
TECH Enthusiast
iTrader: (3)
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Buffalo, NY
Posts: 679
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Well, I went from a 89 T/A 305 TBI getting 15-16 mpg to a 00' Firehawk getting 15-16 mpg. I was really pissed about that. I DD my Firehawk last year but not this year. The car is to nice to drive everyday and beat up.
I bought a M6. My city has a lot of stop lights. It's really easy to drive and it's way more fun than an A4.
I bought a M6. My city has a lot of stop lights. It's really easy to drive and it's way more fun than an A4.
02-17-2008, 12:22 PM
#34
Teching In
Join Date: Sep 2002
Location: Hummelstown, PA, USA
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I've been DD'ing my '02 TA M6 since I bought it new in 10/01. I've got 65,6xx miles on it now. I haven't had to drive the TA in bad weather, I've always had a beater or truck to fill in for that.
Issues I've had -
Both window motors around 50k
Rear Axle at 58k (Probably due to running a set of Nitto Drags)
Failed driver's side cat at 15k
T-stat sticking in "open" position 64k
All but the T-stat was covered under warranty.
I would definitely go for the M6, you won't regret it. The people that say 'you will have to wipe the grin off your face when you drive it' aren't kidding.
As far as fuel milage, I average 16-18 in most driving. My worst, 8 MPG while racing at Summit Point,WV. Best of 31 MPG driving to Bowling Green, KY for Buick GS Nats in 2002.
Good luck, and enjoy the car when you get it!
Issues I've had -
Both window motors around 50k
Rear Axle at 58k (Probably due to running a set of Nitto Drags)
Failed driver's side cat at 15k
T-stat sticking in "open" position 64k
All but the T-stat was covered under warranty.
I would definitely go for the M6, you won't regret it. The people that say 'you will have to wipe the grin off your face when you drive it' aren't kidding.
As far as fuel milage, I average 16-18 in most driving. My worst, 8 MPG while racing at Summit Point,WV. Best of 31 MPG driving to Bowling Green, KY for Buick GS Nats in 2002.
Good luck, and enjoy the car when you get it!
02-17-2008, 12:33 PM
#35
TECH Enthusiast
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: FL
Posts: 650
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
https://ls1tech.com/forums/vehicles-sale-lsx-powered-only/843203-1999-z28-51k-miles-10-000-florida-car.html
'99 with only 50k miles. Runs mid to low 12's with just boltons. Its an M6 and it has been meticulously maint'd (besides all the f'n pollen around here!)
PM if interested!
'99 with only 50k miles. Runs mid to low 12's with just boltons. Its an M6 and it has been meticulously maint'd (besides all the f'n pollen around here!)
PM if interested!
02-17-2008, 02:32 PM
#36
I don't get why some ppl complain that m6 isn't good for dd?? All I drive is a manual I've never complained once and I really don't get why some people get all like "OH NOES ITS SO HARD TO SHIFT TO MUCH WORK I NEED MY AUTOMATIC" ...like seriously wtf is wrong with you. If you drive the car normal its fine for a dd hell its my dd in the summer so wtf ppl
