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Old Feb 14, 2006 | 10:47 PM
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I am 16yrs old, and I am planing on getting a 2001 V-6 mustang (white). I was wondering if I should get it. There is a few "minor" problems with it. the Problems are that it was in a flood and it has new wires and a new Computer. Should I still get it or should I try to find a better car I am 16 so Mustang is like a dream first car. I love Mustangs so can you guys give me some advice thanks


*it has new wires and a new Computer
Old Feb 14, 2006 | 10:56 PM
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three reasone not to get it
1. flood
2. White
3.v6

i wouldnt buy a car that has been in a flood unless you are getting a hella good deal on it, how much and how many miles?
Old Feb 14, 2006 | 10:59 PM
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46K miles
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5,000gs
Old Feb 14, 2006 | 11:05 PM
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auto or manual? check up kbb.com and nada.com doesnt sound to bad
Old Feb 14, 2006 | 11:07 PM
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auto- i don't really want a Standard for my first car
Old Feb 14, 2006 | 11:13 PM
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mines an auto too im 17 a stang will be an awesome first car
trade in value for a Fair vehicle is 5k ,5.7 for good, 6200 for excellent
private seller 6700 fair, 7500 good, 8000 excellent
retail 10k excellent
Old Feb 14, 2006 | 11:16 PM
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i wouldnt get it. flooded cars are uncool
Old Feb 14, 2006 | 11:22 PM
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Don't get it, flooded cars can have many potential problems that may not occur until a few weeks after you buy the car, none the least the possibility that water could of gotten into the engine, the exhaust may be rusting, the intire interior may need to be replaced, the car may cost 5K, but could end up costing you another 5K in repairs, look around, you'll find a much better deal.
Old Feb 14, 2006 | 11:26 PM
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agreed! you want your first one to be in a more known condition. too many potential problems
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Don't get it, flooded cars can have many potential problems that may not occur until a few weeks after you buy the car, none the least the possibility that water could of gotten into the engine, the exhaust may be rusting, the intire interior may need to be replaced, the car may cost 5K, but could end up costing you another 5K in repairs, look around, you'll find a much better deal.
Old Feb 14, 2006 | 11:41 PM
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auto- i don't really want a Standard for my first car
I'm 16 and I love having a standard trans car. Its so much better.



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