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Old Feb 23, 2011 | 12:44 AM
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Hey all! Im going to look at a Camaro this friday night, so 2 days ish, its a 1994 3.4L V6. 112K miles. Does any body have any advice as for what to look for? aside from the typical used car stuff? any help would be awesome thanks!
 
Old Feb 23, 2011 | 02:57 AM
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pretty much like buyin a car. lol could ask if the head gasket has been changed. seems to be a weak point on the v6.
 
Old Feb 23, 2011 | 08:04 AM
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interiors are expensive to repair. Check that out closely.
 
Old Feb 23, 2011 | 11:06 AM
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Check the timing cover gasket/water pump gaskets.
 
Old Feb 23, 2011 | 04:10 PM
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I appreciate your help guys
I was told that there is a small tear on the drivers seat, though i have yet to see it (photo or in person)

Also at the sake of sounding like an idiot should I just check for obvious leakage around the gaskets?
 
Old Feb 23, 2011 | 04:14 PM
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id also check the oil out and look at the dipstick usually a black dipstick means the oil wasnt changed on time and the trans fluid make sure its still redish not black
 
Old Feb 23, 2011 | 04:55 PM
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Rear Main Seal leak, misfires, find out what has been replaced when -- ask to see receipts if you plan to buy.
 
Old Feb 24, 2011 | 07:20 PM
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Ill make sure to check those out and ask to see receipts of anything.

Im going to check it out tomorrow, and if all goes well, coming home with it as well
he's asking 2500 obo, so Im hoping I can walk for only 2000

 
Old Feb 25, 2011 | 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Adooley
Ill make sure to check those out and ask to see receipts of anything.

Im going to check it out tomorrow, and if all goes well, coming home with it as well
he's asking 2500 obo, so Im hoping I can walk for only 2000

good luck

maybe give this guy a call...............


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBNL9xx3Ie0
 
Old Feb 26, 2011 | 01:09 AM
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Great news! I GOT THE CAR! it needs some minor work mostly cosmetic, and I've already started a paint touch-up slash complete new paint fund (kind of indecisive)
Its kinda crappy weather, and dark right now, but ill post some pics tomorrow. (after i pop a small dent in the front) or maybe a before and after? to show the quality work of a body man how will have, as of tomorrow, one day of experience

Btw i appreciate all the help you guys gave, the ended up running fantastically well. transmission solid, as well as the interior, until my mom promptly spilled mexican food in the back on the way home from dinner...never been so pissed.

Bwahaha would be sweet if i could have gotten him to help.
 



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