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cheevue · 02-17-2014, 01:55 AM

I'm thinking of buying a 1995 240sx, are there any issues or problems that I should be concern with or look for when I'm inspecting the car? Also the car is a clean title with 115000 miles all stock and the seller wants 6500 for it, is that a good deals for a 240?

bmxer882x · 02-17-2014, 02:02 AM

Is it worth that much to you? That's what 240sx prices are. Theirs not so much of a guideline. As for things to check, the main frame rail esp. By the front fender main frame rail, General engine care, see if it's 4 or 5 lug, what diff is in it, are all power options working, drives fine etc. Just make sure it seems worth it to you.

Jfitzg38 · 02-17-2014, 09:28 AM

I would shop around more, 6500 is a pretty ridiculous price.

240ss · 02-17-2014, 10:10 AM

Honestly, if its completely stock, clean body and interior, strong engine, 5 lug, 5 speed with only 115000 miles, I'd pay 6500.

cheevue · 02-17-2014, 10:33 AM

Body is clean, interior and exterior. The car is used only for work and back, or that's what the guy told me. But I do think that 6500 is a little bit too much and what's the difference if it's 4 or 5 lugs?

240ss · 02-17-2014, 10:34 AM

wheel options, if you plan on going down that road.

simmode1 · 02-17-2014, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Jfitzg38

I would shop around more, 6500 is a pretty ridiculous price.

Ditto! I can get a decently clean SR swapped Zenki for that price and OP wanna pay all that for a bone stock one? Hell naw. 115k is a lot of damn miles. This is not some barnyard bargain price, IMO.Personally, I wouldn't pay more than $4500 for a Zenki. And it better have 5 lug, 5spd, VSLD, ABS, power everything, sunroof and be clean as hell for that price. I only paid $3500 for mine, but it was auto.

juvi22003 · 02-17-2014, 11:16 AM

I would probably offer between $3500-$4500, completely stock for $6500 sounds a lil bit over the top.

Chrisk0 · 02-17-2014, 11:29 AM

It's pretty much the same as other vehicles. With a couple exceptions. If it is 'stock' but has a welded differential then it has definitely been drifted. So I would ask about that. lol

What I do is:
-Bring Compression tester and make sure engine compression is good and consistent.
-Listen for any knocks whatsoever when the engine is running. This could lead to many different critical engine issues that wouldn't be worth your time. Especially for the price.
-Look at what all has had to been replaced. Gives you an idea of some issues that may have arrived, or could arise.
-Check the welds on the car, under the hood especially. If they all look factory, that's good. If not, that's an easy way to tell that it has been in a collision.

That's about it. If it's an all stock well taken care of s14, with only 115,000 miles. I would say that's well worth it. You could probably get it for a few hundred less, but not much. Hope this helps. I am still pretty new at this myself though, so I would wait for everyone else to respond too.

***EDIT*** I read $5500, not $6500. That's a little high. However not as crazy as it might seem. The price of a well kept stock 240sx is just going up.

triad0000 · 02-17-2014, 11:31 AM

Waaaaayyyy too high for a zenki. keep shopping around. 6.5k better be turbo and in perfect shape. try searching a little more i picked mine up for 3500 5sp a/c worked and manual but not an se.

DJ 21o3 · 02-17-2014, 11:48 AM

After Drift Garage aired on Youtube, expect 240 prices to rise even higher people. A clean bone stock rust free 240 is easily worth 5-6k here in the midwest. All depends on the buyer.

I bought a stock S14 zenki for 6k because the interior was flawless, VLSD, power everything, sunroof, 120k miles, and completely rust free (wasn't even rust under the battery). I ended up buying a SR swapped S13 for 5k as a project so i sold the S14 for 6k. Didn't lose a dollar on it. To the right buyer, the car can be worth it. Prices will only go up.

Nissansota240 · 02-17-2014, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by DJ 21o3

After Drift Garage aired on Youtube, expect 240 prices to rise even higher people. A clean bone stock rust free 240 is easily worth 5-6k here in the midwest. All depends on the buyer.

I bought a stock S14 zenki for 6k because the interior was flawless, VLSD, power everything, sunroof, 120k miles, and completely rust free (wasn't even rust under the battery). I ended up buying a SR swapped S13 for 5k as a project so i sold the S14 for 6k. Didn't lose a dollar on it. To the right buyer, the car can be worth it. Prices will only go up.

Shit, if you are willing to pay that much, I'll let you know when my s14 comes up for sale.

DJ 21o3 · 02-17-2014, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Nissansota240

Shit, if you are willing to pay that much, I'll let you know when my s14 comes up for sale.

Rust is just that big of a problem around here. When you look at a picture of Chicago in winter, you don't see any snow. All of that white crap is salt

For the OP though, I wouldn't pay that much if I were located in Cali. Way more selection in the area that you could find a good deal. My case is somewhat different.

Nissansota240 · 02-17-2014, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DJ 21o3

Rust is just that big of a problem around here. When you look at a picture of Chicago in winter, you don't see any snow. All of that white crap is salt

For the OP though, I wouldn't pay that much if I were located in Cali. Way more selection in the area that you could find a good deal. My case is somewhat different.

Hmm, Minnesota it would be hard pressed to sell one for that price. I even considered whether or not listing mine for 3,700 was to much.

CoupedupRB · 02-17-2014, 12:33 PM

I bought a sr swaped KOUKI for that price....in good shape....

cheevue · 02-17-2014, 12:44 PM

Yeah i think it shouldnt be anything over 5500, but cars are a bit mor expensive here in the west.

CoupedupRB · 02-17-2014, 01:11 PM

I don't care where it is. Only way i would pay near 7k for a 20+ year old 240sx , is if it was coming from Japan.

And i don't care much about imported cars...

Chrisk0 · 02-17-2014, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by CoupedupRB

I don't care where it is. Only way i would pay near 7k for a 20+ year old 240sx , is if it was coming from Japan.

And i don't care much about imported cars...

Lol so you do care where it is....

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dbeiler · 02-17-2014, 07:26 PM

Small things that can cost $$ money to repair: Broken/nonworking window switches (especially driver's side). Cracked dash or door panels. Worn suspension bushings (mainly, front tension rods and rear subframe bushings).

240ss · 02-17-2014, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by CoupedupRB

I don't care where it is. Only way i would pay near 7k for a 20+ year old 240sx , is if it was coming from Japan.

And i don't care much about imported cars...

a 240sx from Japan? That would be quite a find....

Reece · 02-17-2014, 07:41 PM

6500 is Clean Kouki money. That's too much.

[240sx] · 02-17-2014, 09:55 PM

I agree that cali prices are unfortunetly high. Winter is the best time to buy imports(eco/tuners), cuz from now til after summer the prices are only going to go up. Still tho, $6500 IS TOO MUCH for a stock 240. I live in cali too and I've seen nicely done zenki's w/ sr swaps & clean Kouki's for less.
I know I over paid for my 95 but I was getting desperate cuz the ones that come up for sale are either overpriced / salvaged / or busted up pos.

cheevue · 02-17-2014, 10:42 PM

dam for reals, i seen kouki's for 6500 and 7000, i did think that 6500 was too much for a stock zenki, lol it is clean kouki money no lie.

KevinEdgar · 02-19-2014, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 240ss

a 240sx from Japan? That would be quite a find....

definitely made me lol

***dorkidori_s13*** · 02-19-2014, 11:51 AM

its called supply in demand kids! its a sellers market now. clean 240s are very rare and arent easy to come by. if you want something that isnt a rolling turd, then youre gonna pay a bit extra.

im gonna go ahead and lock this thread now since there have been enough opinions voiced on a topic that is going to wind up turning into a flame war!

02-17-2014, 01:55 AM	#1
cheevue Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Atwater CA Age: 31 Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Buying a 240SX!!! I'm thinking of buying a 1995 240sx, are there any issues or problems that I should be concern with or look for when I'm inspecting the car? Also the car is a clean title with 115000 miles all stock and the seller wants 6500 for it, is that a good deals for a 240?

02-17-2014, 11:16 AM	#8
juvi22003 Zilvia Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Posts: 214 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I would probably offer between $3500-$4500, completely stock for $6500 sounds a lil bit over the top. __________________ *FortuneMinds* 95 240SX S14 / 14 Lexus IS250/ IG / Twitter: juvi22003

02-19-2014, 11:51 AM	#25
*dorkidori_s13* ITS LISA'S FAULT!!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Las Vegas Age: 43 Posts: 7,496 Trader Rating: (41) Feedback Score: 41 reviews	its called supply in demand kids! its a sellers market now. clean 240s are very rare and arent easy to come by. if you want something that isnt a rolling turd, then youre gonna pay a bit extra. im gonna go ahead and lock this thread now since there have been enough opinions voiced on a topic that is going to wind up turning into a flame war! __________________ Check out my IG for what I'm up to! DORKIDORI INSTAGRAM!!!

02-17-2014, 02:02 AM	#2
bmxer882x Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: chandler Age: 31 Posts: 370 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Is it worth that much to you? That's what 240sx prices are. Theirs not so much of a guideline. As for things to check, the main frame rail esp. By the front fender main frame rail, General engine care, see if it's 4 or 5 lug, what diff is in it, are all power options working, drives fine etc. Just make sure it seems worth it to you.

02-17-2014, 09:28 AM	#3
Jfitzg38 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: New Lenox IL Posts: 527 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	I would shop around more, 6500 is a pretty ridiculous price.

02-17-2014, 10:10 AM	#4
240ss Zilvia Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: virginia Age: 34 Posts: 282 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	Honestly, if its completely stock, clean body and interior, strong engine, 5 lug, 5 speed with only 115000 miles, I'd pay 6500.

02-17-2014, 10:33 AM	#5
cheevue Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Atwater CA Age: 31 Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Body is clean, interior and exterior. The car is used only for work and back, or that's what the guy told me. But I do think that 6500 is a little bit too much and what's the difference if it's 4 or 5 lugs?

02-17-2014, 10:34 AM	#6
240ss Zilvia Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: virginia Age: 34 Posts: 282 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	wheel options, if you plan on going down that road.

02-17-2014, 11:29 AM	#9
Chrisk0 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, Arkansas Posts: 42 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	It's pretty much the same as other vehicles. With a couple exceptions. If it is 'stock' but has a welded differential then it has definitely been drifted. So I would ask about that. lol What I do is: -Bring Compression tester and make sure engine compression is good and consistent. -Listen for any knocks whatsoever when the engine is running. This could lead to many different critical engine issues that wouldn't be worth your time. Especially for the price. -Look at what all has had to been replaced. Gives you an idea of some issues that may have arrived, or could arise. -Check the welds on the car, under the hood especially. If they all look factory, that's good. If not, that's an easy way to tell that it has been in a collision. That's about it. If it's an all stock well taken care of s14, with only 115,000 miles. I would say that's well worth it. You could probably get it for a few hundred less, but not much. Hope this helps. I am still pretty new at this myself though, so I would wait for everyone else to respond too. *EDIT* I read $5500, not $6500. That's a little high. However not as crazy as it might seem. The price of a well kept stock 240sx is just going up.

02-17-2014, 11:31 AM	#10
triad0000 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: florida Age: 41 Posts: 19 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Waaaaayyyy too high for a zenki. keep shopping around. 6.5k better be turbo and in perfect shape. try searching a little more i picked mine up for 3500 5sp a/c worked and manual but not an se.

02-17-2014, 11:48 AM	#11
DJ 21o3 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 353 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	After Drift Garage aired on Youtube, expect 240 prices to rise even higher people. A clean bone stock rust free 240 is easily worth 5-6k here in the midwest. All depends on the buyer. I bought a stock S14 zenki for 6k because the interior was flawless, VLSD, power everything, sunroof, 120k miles, and completely rust free (wasn't even rust under the battery). I ended up buying a SR swapped S13 for 5k as a project so i sold the S14 for 6k. Didn't lose a dollar on it. To the right buyer, the car can be worth it. Prices will only go up.

02-17-2014, 12:33 PM	#15
CoupedupRB Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Candy Mountain Posts: 1,405 Trader Rating: (35) Feedback Score: 35 reviews	I bought a sr swaped KOUKI for that price....in good shape....

02-17-2014, 12:44 PM	#16
cheevue Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Atwater CA Age: 31 Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yeah i think it shouldnt be anything over 5500, but cars are a bit mor expensive here in the west.

02-17-2014, 01:11 PM	#17
CoupedupRB Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Candy Mountain Posts: 1,405 Trader Rating: (35) Feedback Score: 35 reviews	I don't care where it is. Only way i would pay near 7k for a 20+ year old 240sx , is if it was coming from Japan. And i don't care much about imported cars...

02-17-2014, 07:26 PM	#19
dbeiler Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Lancaster county, PA Age: 34 Posts: 465 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Small things that can cost $$ money to repair: Broken/nonworking window switches (especially driver's side). Cracked dash or door panels. Worn suspension bushings (mainly, front tension rods and rear subframe bushings).

02-17-2014, 09:55 PM	#22
[240sx] Zilvia Addict Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Highdesert Posts: 849 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	I agree that cali prices are unfortunetly high. Winter is the best time to buy imports(eco/tuners), cuz from now til after summer the prices are only going to go up. Still tho, $6500 IS TOO MUCH for a stock 240. I live in cali too and I've seen nicely done zenki's w/ sr swaps & clean Kouki's for less. I know I over paid for my 95 but I was getting desperate cuz the ones that come up for sale are either overpriced / salvaged / or busted up pos.

02-17-2014, 10:42 PM	#23
cheevue Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Atwater CA Age: 31 Posts: 7 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	dam for reals, i seen kouki's for 6500 and 7000, i did think that 6500 was too much for a stock zenki, lol it is clean kouki money no lie.