Quick Question on a stang buy
02-03-2007, 03:52 PM
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Quick Question on a stang buy
Im about to get an 02 gt. My Question is, what should i look for when checking to see if the cars been ragged out er not? like im gonna check the engine to see any mods dont to it like tb and stuff of that nature. but is there anything else i should look for. Thanx
02-03-2007, 04:03 PM
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RE: Quick Question on a stang buy
Ask who the previous owner was. That's whatI did when I bought mine. Turns out some lady owned it and traded it for a civic. Gas mileage wasn't good enough for her.
Look at the tires for excessive wear, feel the clutch if it's a manual. Don't be afraid to get under the car and look. Remember, you dont need mods to beat on a car.
Look at the tires for excessive wear, feel the clutch if it's a manual. Don't be afraid to get under the car and look. Remember, you dont need mods to beat on a car.
02-03-2007, 04:07 PM
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RE: Quick Question on a stang buy
Thanx..yea i know you dont need mods but its a damn good indicator lol. im so exited about it though and i dont want to be over exited and miss something you know?
02-03-2007, 05:01 PM
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RE: Quick Question on a stang buy
CAR FAX but not all accidents are reported. When inspecting a car before you buy look at body lines are hood, doors, truck lid, etc to ensure all line are evenly spaced it not you know car has been in an accident. For overspray, aftermarket body panels etc.
When test driving car look for banging with tranny or any funny noises. On a straight road quickly stab breaks to see if car pulls as could be just a front end alignment or bigger issues. Look for leaks oil, etc.
These are just a few things at the top of my head.
When test driving car look for banging with tranny or any funny noises. On a straight road quickly stab breaks to see if car pulls as could be just a front end alignment or bigger issues. Look for leaks oil, etc.
These are just a few things at the top of my head.
02-03-2007, 07:55 PM
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RE: Quick Question on a stang buy
Aside from everything else suggested, I say get out there and romp on it a time or two yourself. See if there is any hesitations, irregular noises, etc. Can't deny the fact that you won't drive the **** out of it a time or two during the time that you own it.
Edit: And I suggest finding an open stretch somewhere that is safe if you plan on doing so.
Edit: And I suggest finding an open stretch somewhere that is safe if you plan on doing so.
02-03-2007, 08:36 PM
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RE: Quick Question on a stang buy
O hell yea ima drive it hard once n a while..but i dont want a raped car lol.... thanx for yalls impute ill def. do that when i go to get it.
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Aside from everything else suggested, I say get out there and romp on it a time or two yourself. See if there is any hesitations, irregular noises, etc. Can't deny the fact that you won't drive the **** out of it a time or two during the time that you own it.
Edit: And I suggest finding an open stretch somewhere that is safe if you plan on doing so.
Aside from everything else suggested, I say get out there and romp on it a time or two yourself. See if there is any hesitations, irregular noises, etc. Can't deny the fact that you won't drive the **** out of it a time or two during the time that you own it.
Edit: And I suggest finding an open stretch somewhere that is safe if you plan on doing so.