Is it worth an hour drive?

[Mock]

Would anyone else agree this Talon is worth a 1 hour drive to check out. Asking $1600??

***1997 eagle talon turbo**runs and drives**needs a lil work**87kmiles

 

[jukematt]

For only 87k miles I think it is definitely worth it. FWD or AWD. I drove almost 2 hrs away once to look at one when I was searching. Sure talk him down with the problems but personally I'd take even $1500 with me just in case he doesn't want to budge that much. And if it turns out to be FWD and you don't want it, fix the issues and sell it.

As far as the 96 goes, yes $3800 is a bit high (check KBB). He probably even knows that expecting people to offer lower. I would again check out everything and point out any problems you find.

Good luck!

 

[empie1]

I must have missed that post. Sorry for stating "stupid advice."

This forum went to complete shit with you girls and your attitudes. You both need to chill out. I'm sure you have both skipped over useful information before posting and don't say you haven't.

wahhhhhh

 

[Dhan]

Many people's daily commutes are more then an hour one way. I spent six hours total drive time for my turbo Laser. Driving's fun.

 

[DWR-DSM]

I would have no problem taking that drive, an hour is nothing. Plus I wouldn't even give him the $1600 he is asking for. I would bring $1300, tell him I take it off his hands right now!

 

[10fold]

It looks like it's in decent shape, hopefully there isn't any rust or anything. I personally wouldn't drive an hour to see it, it's automatic...

 

[2GbTalonGuy]

I would probably drive an hour to pick that up.

 

[Alan11]

i wouldn't..its automatic...
or buy it and resell it..

 

[GsXdSmKingGsX]

i wouldn't..its automatic...
or buy it and resell it..

Tranny swaps are not that hard.

 

[DWR-DSM]

I see nothing wrong with an automatic

 

[randypogue]

i think its worth it really id take it

 

[DSMTyson]

I don't understand the hate on automatics. Get yourself a high stall converter and you can out run any 5 speed with the same amount of power...in a 1/4 mile . And you wont have to replace pricey clutches. Just the end clutches after a very long time of abuse.

Though I must agree on the fact that 5 speeds can be more fun sometimes.

 

[Below Ambient]

looks like a solid AWD car... i love my auto... no more broken drivetrain parts... as for no power, ill bet the turbo is blown

 

[onelowgst98]

Id take that ride looks like a clean car.... And I love my auto

 

[awd4u]

its automatic.

 

[JaxonsGSX]

I'd say its absolutely worth the drive. Check it out. As for all the auto hate

 

[SpawnedX]

its automatic.

Indeed!

 

[GsXdSmKingGsX]

its automatic.

Great argument.

 

[Inillortep]

To tell if it's AWD or not you can determine it by the VIN. If the fiifth character in it is a T it's AWD is it's S it's FWD.

 

[Gysgt Guy]

Ya I flew 2 hrs and drove the 6 hours back for mine...WORTH IT!

 

[delta448]

Can anyone distinguished if this 97 Tsi is AWD or FWD. I thought swirl wheels were only on AWD?

I think the swirl wheels were an option because when i bought my 96 Talon Esi from the original owner it also had the swirl wheels.

On 2Gb TSis, the FWDs came stock with the same swirlies that are in the pictures of the first ad. The AWD 2Gb Talons came with the 17" 5 spokes like this:

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The wheels are very easily swapped though, and the OEM 2Gb AWD Talon wheels are pretty highly sought after. A previous owner may for whatever reason have liked OEM swirlies better and sold the originals, or put them on another car if it is indeed AWD.

To tell if it's AWD or not you can determine it by the VIN. If the fiifth character in it is a T it's AWD is it's S it's FWD.

You're referring to 1Gs. Not the same. For 2Gs, the 5th digit of the VIN is "K" for FWD and "L" for AWD. 1000 AAQ - DSM factory specifications

 

[Alan11]

i just personally don't like automatics....i get bored with them..i like to feel the car and its power...i like to have complete control over it..!!..
I have to say that an automatic can be even faster than a manual..!!

I like Manual transmissions its just me, i don't see why you all are calling it automatic hate..!!!

 

[GsXdSmKingGsX]

i just personally don't like automatics....i get bored with them..i like to feel the car and its power...i like to have complete control over it..!!..
I have to say that an automatic can be even faster than a manual..!!

I like Manual transmissions its just me, i don't see why you all are calling it automatic hate..!!!

Do you have any idea how big of a pain in the ass it is to go through AWD trannies? I cant wait until you go through one. You'll be eating your n00b words

 

[Alan11]

josh...you should know that no matter if it is auto or manual
it will always be a pain in the a$$ to drop a tranny..or fixing it or diagnose a problem in them.
I don't see why calling me a nobb if you don't even know how long i ave been working on cars..!!

 

[GsXdSmKingGsX]

I call you a n00b because I'm a fvcked up bomb tech with PTSD that really doesnt care anymore

Just for future information... How long have you been working on cars?

 

[Alan11]

hahah ## crazy....
since i remember..i am 18....
and started since i was about 7 or 8...helping my dad..!! ...he is a mechanic so around ten years...have had multiple engine rebuilds(currently rebuilding my brothers 6-bolt for his 1G), engine swaps,and tranny swaps..

Ps. I replaced my Rear Differential bushings in 4 hours, by myself, and by hand no air powered tools, and no press to push them out nor in..just saying.!

haha way of thread OP Buy the car if you wan it..!!! its up to you no matter if it autro or manual...its still a Dsm so it all up to you..!!!