What is this car worth / Is this car a good deal?

[Devilsfutbol17]

I found a 1996 Spyder GST for $4900. It is a 5-speed, 91,000 miles on it, white with black top, 17 inch rims. There is 80% tread left on the tires but the guy has a brand new never used set of tires for the car that is included in the price. He says the top doesn't leak, but it had a rip and was repaired, but he didn't like it, so he bought a brand new oem top that isn't installed and is included with the car. He says the interior is really nice, everything inside works, but you have to help the top up a little bit. He doesn't know if the timing belt has been replaced or not. It has a 3 inch cat back exhaust, 16G turbo, apexi intake and a greddy bov. He says it runs great and has no issues. He says he just wants to get rid of it because he doesn't drive it and its taking up space in his garage, which sounds good to me because he kept it garaged at least. he also said that the paint is good on it, no clear coat coming off, no body damage or dents. I'm going to check for crankwalk be looking at the clutch pedal when I turn left. I have been talking to the guy over the phone and I'm suppose to go drive for 4 hours to go and buy it if it checks out on Thursday. Does it sound good? Should I ask him or check for other things on it?

 

[TheRock0720]

I knew the kid some but not too well. I do feel kinda bad because he paid a ton for the car 4 months ago and had to sell it like this not knowing it was such an easy fix, but I guess his loss my gain and i didnt think it would be this easy either! The Rock luckily I have a good friend(98zx23369) that told me about the car before it made it on to CL he was also the one that helped me fix it yesterday. My plans for the car are built with supporting mods to hold a HX-35 to a HX40 or some where around there!

gotcha!! always good to have those connections! . plans sound good, be sure to keep us updated with the 'build' with pictures, videos, etc etc.

If you ever decide to sell, I might be interested

 

[PieEyedPiper]

I'm in disbelief.

I'm glad to see another Cayenne Red Pearl go to a good home.

 

[eclipsemf]

I'm in disbelief.

I am still freaking out about the deal! The paint is kinda bad here and there so it will be getting a respray but I will be keeping it cayenne red pearl

 

[98zx23369]

ya i shoulda looked at it before i told you. o well getting my new one next week

 

[g4ebguy90]

Wtf man...

 

[Rs AWD]

i hate you for getting such a good deal, on a side not, congrats and beat the piss out of that thing.. have fun

 

[2GbTalonGuy]

Wow nice find man.

 

[2GJeremy]

Looking for a new project. not much anywhere in Florida though. Just want opinions.. anything will do.

http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/2962382002.html

Also, if you can find something in Florida that I can't. Do help. Gotta be 2g GSX/TSI

 

[91boostfedGSX]

Looks to be a decent deal.

 

[Psyclone]

1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX for sale. It is a turbo 5 speed all wheel drive and in great shape.123k miles and counting.Ac and heat both work great.Leather interior in good shape also.Car has a couple bolt ons:3" exhaust,Greddy frnt mount intercooler,HKS turbo timer,Genuine Injen intake,Hallman manual boost controller set at 12 psi right now. Car also has a nice system and hid's.Front bumper has been replaced due to factory one cracking but has not been painted as you can see in the picture.I have all reciepts for the car -even have the original window sticker Car runs good and sounds good with no issues.

Is this a good deal for $4,500

 

[boosted99_420]

Sounds like a good deal to me 2g GSX are getting harder and harder to find for some reason in my area. I cant see the picture but from the description its a good price.

 

[scottyhops]

1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX for sale. It is a turbo 5 speed all wheel drive and in great shape.123k miles and counting.Ac and heat both work great.Leather interior in good shape also.Car has a couple bolt ons:3" exhaust,Greddy frnt mount intercooler,HKS turbo timer,Genuine Injen intake,Hallman manual boost controller set at 12 psi right now. Car also has a nice system and hid's.Front bumper has been replaced due to factory one cracking but has not been painted as you can see in the picture.I have all reciepts for the car -even have the original window sticker Car runs good and sounds good with no issues.

Is this a good deal for $4,500

i think you could get it for 4k. if its clean id pick it up. never know when your gonna stumble upon a good clean dsm. especially with 123k on it

 

[Psyclone]

he originally wanted 5K, I managed to get him down to 4.5K. Maybe cold hard cash in his hand will lower it down to 4K.

 

[AngelOfPassion]

It's hard to tell without pictures but I payed 4500 for my 2g GSX with 179,000 miles on it. However it was literally completely stock with no body damage/rust except for a door handle that was messed up.

The price of a car is really what it's worth in the eyes of the buyer. If you feel like its a good deal, it probably is. If you feel like its not, then well, I think you know...

 

[MakeItHappen]

I know someone who only lives about 40minutes from me and they are selling a 1996 mitsubishi eclipse, i believe rs, ..for $300..
originally 500 2 months ago.

there is no engine. the lady said her boyfriend was going to swap it for a turbo and sold the engine for money to get a turbo and then they broke up and she was left with a no engine car. the hood and carpet is gone too.

i dont know how much i can get a 420A engine for and i wanted to know if i should pick this up.

 

[cl1ckclack]

i wouldn't... looks like it would be more of a headache then its worth.

 

[MakeItHappen]

i wouldn't... looks like it would be more of a headache then its worth.

what about for a 16 year old kid who wants to work on a vehicle in his driveway,
i have swapped an engine in an 01 jeep wrangler before but jeeps are easy

 

[Abe'sGST]

I think its very well worth it. You can find a 420a fairly cheap and very easy to swap in. If you're only 16, I think it's a great way to start doing jobs like this as well.

 

[rlacasse1]

If you're mechanically inclined, want to have fun, and realize you will lose money out the ass on it, then go for it. Could be a fun learning experience.

 

[AngelOfPassion]

If you are looking for a hobby than that is a good price. A good condition shell I have seen go for about 200.00-700.00 depending on what else was inside the car.

At least look for a GSX shell first though... just to see if there is one available... if there isn't then snatch this up.

 

[MakeItHappen]

If you're mechanically inclined, want to have fun, and realize you will lose money out the ass on it, then go for it. Could be a fun learning experience.

Im figuring its $300 which is something where i have no bills that it means its so low i would be ok with loseing that. and i have helped my dad rebuild 7 transmissions and a complete engine rebuild so im looking for ways to gain expierence.

If you are looking for a hobby than that is a good price. A good condition shell I have seen go for about 200.00-700.00 depending on what else was inside the car.

At least look for a GSX shell first though... just to see if there is one available... if there isn't then snatch this up.

the lady said the transmission has no problems, that they were doing a turbo swap and it has all the wires for it and the only thing it needs is an engine, even the body doesnt look like its rusted all over

 

[rlacasse1]

Well that's good. I guess it all depends what you want to do with it. Like buy a junkyard motor to throw in it and just have a beater. Or spend a decent bit of money fixing it to where it looks nice and is mechanically 100% there.

But building a motor of it would definately be worth it from the learning aspect.

 

[MakeItHappen]

Well that's good. I guess it all depends what you want to do with it. Like buy a junkyard motor to throw in it and just have a beater. Or spend a decent bit of money fixing it to where it looks nice and is mechanically 100% there.

But building a motor of it would definately be worth it from the learning aspect.

Does anyone know an average price for a motor, even a junkyard block and i put on everything else new

 

[rlacasse1]

Depends where you go.

The pick and pull that I frequent will let just a block and rotating assembly go for like $125 if I recall correctly. A bare block is like $50ish from the same place.

 

[Mike02rt]

Are you specifically looking for an rs shell (non-turbo)? If not then I'd look into a 4g63t car with a broken timing belt. A lot of 1g's can be had for $300 with broken timing belts and I've even seen some 2g's on craigslist.

For $300, it doesnt look like much of a steal: crappy paint, steal wheels, lack of hood, etc... IMHO I'd hold off for an awd (with broken t belt or something similar) as mentioned above. It's easier to rebuild a motor than to try to source a junkyard motor.