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Old 11-30-2010, 06:22 PM
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I am looking to get a new car so I have been looking around recently. I found a 1997 Z28 Camaro near me. He wants $3500 for it. It has 150,000, is lowered, and has a Cold air intake. It is a 6 speed with a t-top. Do you guys think it is a good buy? Thanks
 
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Old 11-30-2010, 08:00 PM
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Also, is there anything I should be aware of on this year and model or Camros in general? Is there anything I should look for in the car when I go to see and drive it? Thanks
 
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Old 11-30-2010, 08:16 PM
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well... according to KBB in excellent condition this car is worth about 5500$ so as long as the car runs great and looks good its a good deal

i bought my car for 4500$ and its a 95 3.4L 5 speed with 115xxx miles (according to kbb its worth about 6500$)
 
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Old 11-30-2010, 08:19 PM
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I will go take a look tomorrow if I can. Anything I should look for specifically?
 
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Old 11-30-2010, 08:26 PM
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well as all cars the Z has its issues like the opti (the distributer) but i dont think you can check that out too well make sure you look under the car for rust as about 80% of the outside is fiberglass (the only steel is the hood and the rear fenders) also i always put a car thru a rigorous test drive taking corners hard flooring it braking hard that kind of stuff so if there is a problem you can feel it also if hes asking 3500$ (i assume your paying in full) walk up with cash not a check and offer him 2800$ and see what happens cash talks and its loud as hell
 
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Old 11-30-2010, 08:28 PM
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Well the thing is, he is already asking 4000. I asked him if he would take 3, he said 3500 is the lowest he would go
 
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Ill check it out tomorrow and see whats up. Ill let you guys now if I find anything bad and if not, I can be a new Camaro owner =)
 
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Old 11-30-2010, 08:30 PM
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when i bought my car the guy was "firm" on 5300$ like i said cash talks
 
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Old 11-30-2010, 08:55 PM
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Tomorrow ill probably just test drive it. If I decide to buy it, ill start low and see if he takes it.
 
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Check for t-top leaks by taking it through a car wash if possible.
 
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