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*DSC* · 08-30-2001, 11:39 PM

I'm about to buy a 1996 240sx SE, fully loaded, 5 speed, almost perfect condition outside and perfect leather interior with only 40k miles (he didn't drive it much I guess) for $10,200. What do you all think? Thats just under bluebook value and the dealer offered him 9,900 so I couldn't get him down any lower than 10,200. Any tips, concerns, ect...?

Thanks in advance,
DSC

misnomer · 08-31-2001, 01:18 AM

I'm not sure how that price sits in relation to the whole scheme of things. Mileage is great, only 40k. . . Check to see if it has items like ABS and a limited slip differential (Current hot item on the forum). Anyhow, Congrats and welcome to the club! :-)

96SEChick · 08-31-2001, 05:42 AM

THAT'S A GREAT PRICE!!!! In April, I bought my 96SE 5-speed with 63000 miles, no alarm, no ABS or LSD, with power sunroof, power windows and locks (which I understand are standard on all S14's), tinted windows, and immaculate cloth interior for $10900. That was still below book value. I'd take your car for that price. Yours has very low miles for a 96, and leather in good shape. I think $10200 is a very good price.

I looked up the NADA average retail value of your car.  Avg retail is $11700.

(Edited by 96SEChick at 6:45 am on Aug. 31, 2001)

dave2u · 08-31-2001, 04:14 PM

Buy it mate and drive round at night naked (skin on leather mmmmm!)
That`s what we all do don`t we chaps?
Don`t we??
Start your own love affair with the luscious SX
You know it makes sense
here`s my SXy mistress
I`ve only had her for a matter of weeks and she`s got me building her websites and buying her modifications.
But when i look at that figure oooooooooohhh! i`d do anything for her.
<a href="http://www.mcmahon32.freeserve.co.uk

" target="_blank">http://www.mcmahon32.freeserve.co.uk

</a>

(Edited by dave2u at 4:19 pm on Aug. 31, 2001)

08-31-2001, 07:19 PM

depending on the area, that price might be high.
I got my 95 240sx se with 60K miles, 5spd, power all, moonroof, no accidents for 11500 CDN.  That's about $7700 US.  There were 2 others in the area, and they were both selling for around $14000CDN (about $9000 US).

Just bring the guy 9000 cash, not cheque, and see if he bites.  Chances are, he will.

AJ · 08-31-2001, 07:32 PM

i'm with 96sechick... BUY IT!... i live in ohio and no place can keep them on a lot,, private sellers get the prices they want in a matter of days,,, i bought my 96 se a few weeks ago with 58,000 in real good condition,, no leather tho,, for 10,400... and that was a deal for me..  i'd go for it...

08-31-2001, 08:15 PM

im gonna buy a 97' 240 sx se and finding one is a real bitch.  i got less than a year till i get my liscence so i can buy one.  It seems that as soon as i find one its sold in one week.  not only that but finding a manual is really rare, and i refuse to buy auto.  I also wanted to know 2 other things. 1) whats the going rate for one in really good to excellent condition w/ about 60thou miles and 2) what are the horsepower and torque ratings for one of these baby's.  i heard 155 and 165 respectively but does that aply for the se model?  if you can answer any of these questions please please please help me. thanks

John

misnomer · 08-31-2001, 09:08 PM

Dave: You scare me <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tounge.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':p'>

As for prices, I paid $1200 for my first, an '89 SE auto in adequate condition. Had to fly to Florida to drive it back, but my sister needed another car to move her stuff in anywho <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tounge.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':p'>. My current car was $4700 for a '92 SE in good condition (cars in Nevada are quite spendy, this is over $1k below blue book!)

Minime: SE hp and torque ratings are the same as the rest of the series. The '97 SE I believe has a better suspension and alloys, with more interior goodies. HP and torque should be 155 and 160 respectively.

my240likenoother · 08-31-2001, 10:39 PM

offer him a little less about $500 less and see what he says and then walk away and call him the next day and say that you came up with $200 more and than see what he says and if you realy love it give him what he is asking
i did that whan i  got mine i only payed $2900 for my 90 se and it only had 800000 on it
i see then on sale now for $4000

09-01-2001, 02:08 AM

Buy it and run! I'm sure there aren't plenty of them to go around, and for that price and mileage you're good to go. They do retail for around $9K (I work at a Nissan dealership) so... yeah. GET IT!

*DSC* · 09-01-2001, 10:30 AM

Ok, The title is on its way up to VA from NC so the car's going to be mine on wednesday or thursday they said. He was originally asking 10.8k, I couldn't get him any lower than 10.2k so thats what I'm paying. Oh and I found out, it does have ABS and LSD, also there was a sticker on the window saying it has an alarm, so I'm assuming it has keyless entry and stuff but i'm not 100% on that. s13grl: yeah, there are only 3 for sale in the area and this was the only SE model. They are kinda hard to find but must not be in big demand here, this guy had his on sale for 3 weeks before I found it, lucky me. Anyway, thanks for all the replys. I'll let you know more once I get it.

96SEChick · 09-01-2001, 10:59 AM

Congrats!  You lucky dog!  You have ABS and LSD!  Is is DEFINITELY worth the $10200 then!  You got a great deal.  Try to post some pics if you can when you get the car.  Once again, congratulations and welcome to zilvia.net:)

dave2u · 09-01-2001, 03:30 PM

Congratulations m8.

09-01-2001, 07:14 PM

I'm glad you got it and ran! You'll have a #### of a lot of fun with it. Good luck!

Irena

lunatik · 09-02-2001, 12:15 AM

Pretty cool man,
    Congrats on your new car!  You'll love it!  I've only seen one for sale here in tally, it's been at the lot for a few months now.  I don't really like the color on it though.  which is probably why it is still there!  Though I will not revel which color it is for fear of offending anyone here!  BTW what color is your new baby?  

*DSC* · 09-02-2001, 09:57 AM

Its the same color as WeST's. I'm sure she'll have me building her websites and buying her mods like Dave said so I'm sure youall will see pics shortly.

DSC

dave2u · 09-02-2001, 02:01 PM

(whisper)...help me....now she`s got me driving everywhere at 120mph....sh1t....help...!..(end of whisper)

lunatik · 09-03-2001, 01:33 AM

dave I think you're losing it!   LOL! JK

Drifting Ricer · 12-05-2001, 09:09 PM

Hah yes when DSC was the new guy <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'>. I paid 2,900 for my 95 with a 126,000 miles.

mistert · 12-05-2001, 09:45 PM

holy shit how'd you find a deal  that good...wrecked?

*DSC* · 12-05-2001, 11:05 PM

Heh, my first post. I still haven't drove her naked <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=';)'> but I did build her a ltl website. Man, I still love driving this car as much as I did when I first got it! Almost 50,000miles on her now tho <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sad.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':('> I just can't drive her enough <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'>:):) BTW, it had ~43,000miles on it not 40 like I originally though. 7,000miles in three months eek! Am I the only one who drives that much?

BadMoJo · 12-06-2001, 12:01 AM

I got my 95 with 102k for 4,950. Its not an SE, but its real clean and not a single problem! It runs like it was new! <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'> Nothing like a wicked sweet deal. :biggrin:

mistert · 12-06-2001, 12:02 AM

i mean drifting ricer...$2900?!?

BadMoJo · 12-06-2001, 12:44 AM

yeah, that just sounds nuts. was it a salvage title....were there dead bodies in the trunk....i mean there must of been a reason it was so #### low!

mistert · 12-06-2001, 12:49 AM

i would pay $2000 for a 240 with salvage title, front end damage, bodies in trunk etc. etc., if it was in great condition other than maybe a wrecked front bumper. maybe a little more. im keeping on the looking for something just like that <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=';)'>

Drifting Ricer · 12-06-2001, 06:48 AM

Yeah good condition and all no accindents. It needed new belts, the oil pan as small leak and the leather in driver seat is a little mess up. I took it to mechanicls several times to check it out and no big deal. In NH you can find really cheap cars. I'm happy. <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'>

burgy240 · 12-06-2001, 09:43 AM

Buy it.  You will love every penyy you spend if you get a deal or not!!  besides thats a good price here in the states.  My buddies dealership can't get any on the lot because everyone wants to much for them!

Takumi · 12-06-2001, 11:38 AM

...but he already bought the car a few months ago...

bing · 12-06-2001, 11:39 AM

WTF somethings fishy about this whole thread, i thought DSC already had a 240,

maybe i missed the joke, i have been away for a few days

*ca18guy* · 12-06-2001, 11:56 AM

</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Quote: from bing on 11:39 am on Dec. 6, 2001
WTF somethings fishy about this whole thread, i thought DSC already had a 240,

maybe i missed the joke, i have been away for a few days</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'>

Look at the dates... this was started in August.

08-30-2001, 11:39 PM	#1
DSC New Title Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: VA Posts: 3,454 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm about to buy a 1996 240sx SE, fully loaded, 5 speed, almost perfect condition outside and perfect leather interior with only 40k miles (he didn't drive it much I guess) for $10,200. What do you all think? Thats just under bluebook value and the dealer offered him 9,900 so I couldn't get him down any lower than 10,200. Any tips, concerns, ect...? Thanks in advance, DSC __________________

08-31-2001, 04:14 PM	#4
dave2u Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: uk Age: 54 Posts: 499 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Buy it mate and drive round at night naked (skin on leather mmmmm!) That`s what we all do don`t we chaps? Don`t we?? Start your own love affair with the luscious SX You know it makes sense here`s my SXy mistress I`ve only had her for a matter of weeks and she`s got me building her websites and buying her modifications. But when i look at that figure oooooooooohhh! i`d do anything for her. <a href="http://www.mcmahon32.freeserve.co.uk " target="_blank">http://www.mcmahon32.freeserve.co.uk </a> (Edited by dave2u at 4:19 pm on Aug. 31, 2001) __________________ http://www.nissanmotorsport.co.uk Formerly Red UK sr20det 1997 200sx s14a NOW Red 1992 ca18det uk 200sx facelift S13 17inch Hijoin wheels K+N induction kit Despoilered P.I 35mm lowering springs

09-02-2001, 09:57 AM	#16
DSC New Title Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: VA Posts: 3,454 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Its the same color as WeST's. I'm sure she'll have me building her websites and buying her mods like Dave said so I'm sure youall will see pics shortly. DSC __________________

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08-31-2001, 01:18 AM	#2
misnomer Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Nevada Posts: 2,293 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm not sure how that price sits in relation to the whole scheme of things. Mileage is great, only 40k. . . Check to see if it has items like ABS and a limited slip differential (Current hot item on the forum). Anyhow, Congrats and welcome to the club! :-)

08-31-2001, 05:42 AM	#3
96SEChick Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Age: 48 Posts: 1,814 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	THAT'S A GREAT PRICE!!!! In April, I bought my 96SE 5-speed with 63000 miles, no alarm, no ABS or LSD, with power sunroof, power windows and locks (which I understand are standard on all S14's), tinted windows, and immaculate cloth interior for $10900. That was still below book value. I'd take your car for that price. Yours has very low miles for a 96, and leather in good shape. I think $10200 is a very good price. I looked up the NADA average retail value of your car.  Avg retail is $11700. (Edited by 96SEChick at 6:45 am on Aug. 31, 2001)

08-31-2001, 07:19 PM	#5
Guest Posts: n/a	depending on the area, that price might be high. I got my 95 240sx se with 60K miles, 5spd, power all, moonroof, no accidents for 11500 CDN.  That's about $7700 US.  There were 2 others in the area, and they were both selling for around $14000CDN (about $9000 US). Just bring the guy 9000 cash, not cheque, and see if he bites.  Chances are, he will.

08-31-2001, 07:32 PM	#6
AJ Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Cincinnati Ohio Posts: 793 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i'm with 96sechick... BUY IT!... i live in ohio and no place can keep them on a lot,, private sellers get the prices they want in a matter of days,,, i bought my 96 se a few weeks ago with 58,000 in real good condition,, no leather tho,, for 10,400... and that was a deal for me..  i'd go for it...

08-31-2001, 08:15 PM	#7
Guest Posts: n/a	im gonna buy a 97' 240 sx se and finding one is a real bitch.  i got less than a year till i get my liscence so i can buy one.  It seems that as soon as i find one its sold in one week.  not only that but finding a manual is really rare, and i refuse to buy auto.  I also wanted to know 2 other things. 1) whats the going rate for one in really good to excellent condition w/ about 60thou miles and 2) what are the horsepower and torque ratings for one of these baby's.  i heard 155 and 165 respectively but does that aply for the se model?  if you can answer any of these questions please please please help me. thanks John

08-31-2001, 09:08 PM	#8
misnomer Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Nevada Posts: 2,293 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Dave: You scare me <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tounge.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':p'> As for prices, I paid $1200 for my first, an '89 SE auto in adequate condition. Had to fly to Florida to drive it back, but my sister needed another car to move her stuff in anywho <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/tounge.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':p'>. My current car was $4700 for a '92 SE in good condition (cars in Nevada are quite spendy, this is over $1k below blue book!) Minime: SE hp and torque ratings are the same as the rest of the series. The '97 SE I believe has a better suspension and alloys, with more interior goodies. HP and torque should be 155 and 160 respectively.

08-31-2001, 10:39 PM	#9
my240likenoother Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Aug 2001 Posts: 1,261 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	offer him a little less about $500 less and see what he says and then walk away and call him the next day and say that you came up with $200 more and than see what he says and if you realy love it give him what he is asking i did that whan i  got mine i only payed $2900 for my 90 se and it only had 800000 on it i see then on sale now for $4000

09-01-2001, 02:08 AM	#10
Guest Posts: n/a	Buy it and run! I'm sure there aren't plenty of them to go around, and for that price and mileage you're good to go. They do retail for around $9K (I work at a Nissan dealership) so... yeah. GET IT!

09-01-2001, 10:30 AM	#11
DSC New Title Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: VA Posts: 3,454 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Ok, The title is on its way up to VA from NC so the car's going to be mine on wednesday or thursday they said. He was originally asking 10.8k, I couldn't get him any lower than 10.2k so thats what I'm paying. Oh and I found out, it does have ABS and LSD, also there was a sticker on the window saying it has an alarm, so I'm assuming it has keyless entry and stuff but i'm not 100% on that. s13grl: yeah, there are only 3 for sale in the area and this was the only SE model. They are kinda hard to find but must not be in big demand here, this guy had his on sale for 3 weeks before I found it, lucky me. Anyway, thanks for all the replys. I'll let you know more once I get it.

09-01-2001, 10:59 AM	#12
96SEChick Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Age: 48 Posts: 1,814 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Congrats!  You lucky dog!  You have ABS and LSD!  Is is DEFINITELY worth the $10200 then!  You got a great deal.  Try to post some pics if you can when you get the car.  Once again, congratulations and welcome to zilvia.net:)

09-01-2001, 03:30 PM	#13
dave2u Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: uk Age: 54 Posts: 499 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Congratulations m8.

09-01-2001, 07:14 PM	#14
Guest Posts: n/a	I'm glad you got it and ran! You'll have a #### of a lot of fun with it. Good luck! Irena

09-02-2001, 12:15 AM	#15
lunatik Leaky Injector Join Date: May 2001 Location: Largo, Florida Posts: 122 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Pretty cool man,     Congrats on your new car!  You'll love it!  I've only seen one for sale here in tally, it's been at the lot for a few months now.  I don't really like the color on it though.  which is probably why it is still there!  Though I will not revel which color it is for fear of offending anyone here!  BTW what color is your new baby?

09-02-2001, 02:01 PM	#17
dave2u Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: uk Age: 54 Posts: 499 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	(whisper)...help me....now she`s got me driving everywhere at 120mph....sh1t....help...!..(end of whisper)

09-03-2001, 01:33 AM	#18
lunatik Leaky Injector Join Date: May 2001 Location: Largo, Florida Posts: 122 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	dave I think you're losing it!   LOL! JK

12-05-2001, 09:09 PM	#19
Drifting Ricer Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Boston MA Posts: 608 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Hah yes when DSC was the new guy <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'>. I paid 2,900 for my 95 with a 126,000 miles.

12-05-2001, 09:45 PM	#20
mistert Pearl White Mike Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: memphis TN Posts: 908 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	holy shit how'd you find a deal  that good...wrecked?

12-05-2001, 11:05 PM	#21
DSC New Title Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: VA Posts: 3,454 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Heh, my first post. I still haven't drove her naked <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=';)'> but I did build her a ltl website. Man, I still love driving this car as much as I did when I first got it! Almost 50,000miles on her now tho <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/sad.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':('> I just can't drive her enough <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'>:):) BTW, it had ~43,000miles on it not 40 like I originally though. 7,000miles in three months eek! Am I the only one who drives that much?

12-06-2001, 12:01 AM	#22
BadMoJo Nissanaholic! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: San Luis Obispo, Ca Age: 43 Posts: 1,931 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I got my 95 with 102k for 4,950. Its not an SE, but its real clean and not a single problem! It runs like it was new! <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'> Nothing like a wicked sweet deal. :biggrin:

12-06-2001, 12:02 AM	#23
mistert Pearl White Mike Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: memphis TN Posts: 908 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i mean drifting ricer...$2900?!?

12-06-2001, 12:44 AM	#24
BadMoJo Nissanaholic! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: San Luis Obispo, Ca Age: 43 Posts: 1,931 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	yeah, that just sounds nuts. was it a salvage title....were there dead bodies in the trunk....i mean there must of been a reason it was so #### low!

12-06-2001, 12:49 AM	#25
mistert Pearl White Mike Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: memphis TN Posts: 908 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i would pay $2000 for a 240 with salvage title, front end damage, bodies in trunk etc. etc., if it was in great condition other than maybe a wrecked front bumper. maybe a little more. im keeping on the looking for something just like that <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/wink.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=';)'>

12-06-2001, 06:48 AM	#26
Drifting Ricer Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Boston MA Posts: 608 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yeah good condition and all no accindents. It needed new belts, the oil pan as small leak and the leather in driver seat is a little mess up. I took it to mechanicls several times to check it out and no big deal. In NH you can find really cheap cars. I'm happy. <img src="http://www.zilvia.net/f/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/smile.gif" border="0" valign="absmiddle" alt=':)'>

12-06-2001, 09:43 AM	#27
burgy240 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Tampa Age: 49 Posts: 2,151 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Buy it.  You will love every penyy you spend if you get a deal or not!!  besides thats a good price here in the states.  My buddies dealership can't get any on the lot because everyone wants to much for them!

12-06-2001, 11:38 AM	#28
Takumi Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Bay Area, CA Age: 44 Posts: 836 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	...but he already bought the car a few months ago...

12-06-2001, 11:39 AM	#29
bing Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: ontario canada Posts: 2,699 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	WTF somethings fishy about this whole thread, i thought DSC already had a 240, maybe i missed the joke, i have been away for a few days

12-06-2001, 11:56 AM	#30
ca18guy Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Clearwater FL Age: 42 Posts: 3,226 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: ca18guy Feedback Score: 0 reviews	</span><table border="0" align="center" width="95%" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="1"><tr><td>Quote </td></tr><tr><td id="QUOTE">Quote: from bing on 11:39 am on Dec. 6, 2001 WTF somethings fishy about this whole thread, i thought DSC already had a 240, maybe i missed the joke, i have been away for a few days</td></tr></table><span id='postcolor'> Look at the dates... this was started in August.