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    hey guys! looking to sell and get an lt1. my cousin just got a 94 trans am lt1 but with an abused 140k miles i think its slower than it should be. i raced it and lost by like 5 cars at 90-100. so yeah.
    today i went and test drove a 1996 pontiac firebird formula. with an lt1 and a 6 speed. i was alone so i was definantly testing its performance. im actually unimpressed for a v6-v8 change. but i cant afford an ls1 so im sticking with it(stangs too slow, no other v8 cars i can find/afford) this formula has 67k miles. REALLY LOW for its year. it also has stock everything. never been blessed by the aftermarket. it has a very cracked upper dash pad(almost like someon punched it in this one spot), and the steering wheel needs replaced(not leather and its all worn down and crappy) the front bumper is spider crack and needs to be replaced or fixed and repainted(for me to like it) and various other small chips/scratches i might get quotes on. it has no power windows, locks, no cruise control, no power seat . all downgrades from my v6. also it has no leather :( really sad....black cloth. the interior is in good shape, the console isnt even broken. i got a carfax thanks to dojo2000 and it has 35 focking reports. no mileage inaacuracy, no fraud or damages of any kind reported. it seems okay. it has had 7 owners. to me this seems strange. why would a 67k mile car have 7 owners? why are people getting rid of this car? so im torn on buying it or not as it is really cheap

    $5400 right now in the paper and i wont buy it for that price, argue them down some more.
    so lets say i get it for like 4800(possible due to the stuff that needs replacing)

    i can problably sell my car for the same. what do you guys think about this?

    PROS: cheap seat v8.
    would be getting 30k miles less than my car has
    wanted a v8 forever
    easily debadged to look like firebird to roast mustangs with lol
    clean carfax


    CONS: downgrading to manual locks.windows.seat. NO CRUISE CONTROL(big one)
    worried about the 7 owners
    needs front bumper fixed
    needs dash pad
    needs steering wheel
    it seems to vibrate ALOT at really high rpm.s near redline it just goes all wobbly(keeps accelerating so i dunno)


    what would you guys do? i know that these cars can be found for similar prices on v8 sites but seriously in a year have never seen one anywhere near washington state. this one is 15 mins away.
    so for the area this is the best price i have ever seeen on a v8 f-bod. opinions?
    The confusion surrounds me <br />change is imminent<br />if I were they<br />we could be great

  • #2
    okay guys: heres the service records from carfax (thanks again dojo2000)

    this car seems to have been in like 5 auctions what the heck does that mean? it was also in idaho where various components where tested in like 3 different visits to a shop.

    06/03/1998 18,901 Service Facility
    Vehicle serviced


    06/03/1998 Florida
    Motor Vehicle Dept.
    Miami, FL
    Title #71393232
    Title issued or updated
    Loan or lien reported


    09/06/1998 25,145 Dealer Inventory
    Miami, FL
    Vehicle offered for sale


    12/03/1998 Florida
    Inspection Station
    Miami, FL
    Passed emissions inspection


    04/06/1999 Florida
    Inspection Station
    Saint Petersburg, FL
    Passed emissions inspection


    05/26/1999 25,331 Auto Auction
    Eastern Region
    Vehicle sold


    06/14/1999 25,334 New Jersey
    Motor Vehicle Dept.
    Pleasantville, NJ
    Title issued or updated
    New owner reported


    07/09/1999 25,442 Auto Auction
    Sold at auction
    in Eastern Region
    Listed as
    a dealer vehicle


    12/15/1999 25,948 Auto Auction
    Sold at auction
    in Pacific Northwest Region
    Listed as
    a dealer vehicle


    04/11/2000 26,165 Idaho
    Motor Vehicle Dept.
    Boise, ID
    Title #009056211
    Odometer reading reported for title
    or registration


    05/22/2000 Idaho
    Motor Vehicle Dept.
    Boise, ID
    Title #009056211
    Title issued or updated
    New owner reported


    06/14/2000 Idaho
    Motor Vehicle Dept.
    Boise, ID
    Title #A009056211
    Title issued or updated
    New owner reported
    Loan or lien reported


    08/15/2000 28,129 Idaho
    Inspection Station
    Ada County, ID
    Passed emissions inspection


    08/07/2001 33,882 Idaho
    Inspection Station
    Ada County, ID
    Passed emissions inspection


    10/10/2001 36,325 Boise, ID
    208-947-6300
    www.boisesubaru.com
    Vehicle serviced
    Larry H. Miller Subaru/Mitsubishi
    Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated
    Electrical


    07/05/2002 42,037 Idaho
    Inspection Station
    Ada County, ID
    Passed emissions inspection


    07/28/2003 49,556 Idaho
    Inspection Station
    Ada County, ID
    Passed emissions inspection


    03/23/2004 53,528 Boise, ID
    208-947-6300
    www.boisesubaru.com
    Vehicle serviced
    Larry H. Miller Subaru/Mitsubishi
    Washed/detailed
    Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated


    04/16/2004 53,548 Idaho
    Motor Vehicle Dept.
    Boise, ID
    Title #B009056211
    Odometer reading reported for title
    or registration


    04/24/2004 54,123 Boise, ID
    208-947-6300
    www.boisesubaru.com
    Vehicle serviced
    Larry H. Miller Subaru/Mitsubishi
    Drivability/performance checked
    Oil and filter changed chassis lubricated
    Steering/suspension checked


    05/25/2004 Idaho
    Motor Vehicle Dept.
    Boise, ID
    Title #B009056211
    Title issued or updated
    New owner reported
    Loan or lien reported


    08/09/2004 56,312 Boise, ID
    208-947-6300
    www.boisesubaru.com
    Vehicle serviced
    Larry H. Miller Subaru/Mitsubishi
    Steering/suspension checked


    08/24/2004 56,951 Dealer Inventory
    Boise, ID
    Vehicle offered for sale


    09/16/2004 56,963 Auto Auction
    Sold at auction
    in Pacific Northwest Region
    Listed as
    a manufacturer vehicle


    09/30/2004 Larry H. Miller Subaru/Mitsubishi
    Boise, ID
    208-947-6300
    www.boisesubaru.com
    Vehicle sold


    12/08/2004 57,152 Auto Auction
    Sold at auction
    in Pacific Northwest Region
    Listed as
    a dealer vehicle


    12/17/2004 57,192 Washington
    Motor Vehicle Dept.
    Kennewick, WA
    Title or registration issued
    New owner reported
    Loan or lien reported
    The confusion surrounds me <br />change is imminent<br />if I were they<br />we could be great

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    • #3
      2 different owners(it seems) have had steering/suspensins checked at the same dealer. hmm im really starting to wonder about this one. any actuall help?
      The confusion surrounds me <br />change is imminent<br />if I were they<br />we could be great

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      • #4
        why would u take anyone elses opinions since you are already having second thoughts on it yourself..

        if you have any doubt in your mind about it.. leave it be. find a new one
        96 Camaro M5. Dark metallic gree (?dont know the offical color name)<br />Home made Intake :: Headers, 3inch headers back to Flowmaster muffler :: spec stage 3 clutch Now installed, waiting for 3.42\'s and LSD next month<br /><a href=\"http://photobucket.com/albums/y192/RiceEatingCamaro/?action=view&current=newcar.jpg\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a> <br /><br />Totalled Car.<br /><a href=\"http://bellsouthpwp.net/s/k/sk8er305/\" target=\"_blank\">96 CamaroRS</a>

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        • #5
          went from florida to jersey to idaho to wash? thats alot a traveling to only have 67 K miles... or did i read that wrong?
          1999 Black Pontiac Firebird <br />2 Rockford Fosgate P312D4 subs <br />Hifonics Brutus 1205d amp<br />Clear Sidemarkers<br />18\" Arelli Jovan Chrome Wheels

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          • #6
            no you read it right. and tyler im not sure what your trying to say... there are far more experienced and smarter people than i. i am asking their opinion
            The confusion surrounds me <br />change is imminent<br />if I were they<br />we could be great

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            • #7
              well im just saying. if i were you i'd take my opinion way more than others. considering you were the one who drove it/saw it/tested it.

              all the other "knowledgable people" are going by whats written on paper... or.. computer screen.

              just a heads up yo.

              later
              96 Camaro M5. Dark metallic gree (?dont know the offical color name)<br />Home made Intake :: Headers, 3inch headers back to Flowmaster muffler :: spec stage 3 clutch Now installed, waiting for 3.42\'s and LSD next month<br /><a href=\"http://photobucket.com/albums/y192/RiceEatingCamaro/?action=view&current=newcar.jpg\" target=\"_blank\">My Car</a> <br /><br />Totalled Car.<br /><a href=\"http://bellsouthpwp.net/s/k/sk8er305/\" target=\"_blank\">96 CamaroRS</a>

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              • #8
                sounds like its been ragged on alot. when you say wobbly what do you mean? does it hesitate? sputter? more info on that could go a long way.

                the acceleration difference between a 3.8 and lt1 should be very different. mine will put me back in the seat and scare the p*** out of me.

                from the sounds of it, it needs a good tune up, maybe a new opti and alot of basic maintenence. if you want a project go for it, if not steer clear of it. theres plenty of nice lt1s out there just keep looking.

                current car- 95 Trans am- bolt ons, parked and collecting dust. why? because **** it

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                • #9
                  go w/ your gut, if you worry about it, dont get it
                  RedlineVSix

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