BLACK Can-am

[mr bidd]

Hello, I having been thinking of getting an ultima for the last 10 years, I've seen this nice black one on here, does anyone know the car, would like to have a look at it next week, would appreciate it if anyone has any info about it. Also, does any know if there is an Ultima members car club close to me, Worcestershire.

Thanks
Chris

[Nabbott]

Are you referring to this one?

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/u...

If so it's 'very cheap' at that price (buyer beware?) - there are a samples of 'sports' up for sale for more.....

The debate will rage on regards SBC vs LSx engines but "you pays your money....."

There's not an ownersclub per se - but nearly everyone with a car is either here on on FB.

Good luck

[confusionhunter]

I've seen that one before. It does seem a reasonable price but It has also has some unique styling touches that are not to some peoples taste. I would suggest to the seller that if they put it back/close to standard and made the cage/seats black again, removed all the silver styling decals/ Badges etc, std grills remove the front brake cooling ducts: it might appeal to a wider audience, so buyers can then put their own stamp on it.

Although from a buyers perspective if they are willing to do that then they could save some money on a bargain.

Edited by confusionhunter on Sunday 18th September 12:18

[Dave R D]

I have been out in this car last month. What do you want to know about this car?

[Abbosevolution]

Nabbott said:

Are you referring to this one?

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/u...

If so it's 'very cheap' at that price (buyer beware?) - there are a samples of 'sports' up for sale for more.....

The debate will rage on regards SBC vs LSx engines but "you pays your money....."

There's not an ownersclub per se - but nearly everyone with a car is either here on on FB.

Good luck

Come on you slacker - you are uniquely placed to comment on the SBC v LS choice - give some pros & cons for the prospective buyer

[deadscoob]

Inspect v carefully I'd say - if the builder/owner has done that with the grill material and brake pods, you want a real good inspection of all the important stuff IMO.

But tis cheap....

[V8Dom]

not sure it has aircon.. the engine shot shows o/s pod and there is not evaporator or fan there?

i like exhaust idea but a bit 360 ferrari

hate those silly scoops on the front but everyone to their own idea

[mr bidd]

Thanks for all the replies, can Dave RD who's been out it in tell me what he thinks of the car, is it well built, does it handle well and has it been put together professionally please, is it worth a look. Thanks. What does everyone else think of the spec of the car, is it a good spec. I've had 3 cobras in the past but always liked the look of these Ultimas.

Thanks
Chris

[Abbosevolution]

I'm not far from that car so if you do arrange a viewing come and look at mine for a comparison - mines way above your price range but at least you can compare build quality etc.

[Nabbott]

Abbosevolution said:

Come on you slacker - you are uniquely placed to comment on the SBC v LS choice - give some pros & cons for the prospective buyer

So - I will say..... I wouldn't go back to a SBC engined car BUT (and someone feel free to correct me) LSx cars rarely if ever crop up at under £40k. There was a yellow one (black stripes) on here with an LS1/2 that was near late 30's but I may be imagining that, then there was an LS3 for £42 in Bucks only a little while back?

Essentially, what I think I'm trying to say is that whilst entry price for an Ultima (GTR or can am) is around the £35k mark, the LS3+ cars start at around £45 - so command a premium.

[Dave R D]

I went to see this car with a friend who was looking for an ultima. I would say it has been built to an extremely good standard. Only went out for ride at normal built up area road speed so cannot say if it handles well or not.It is in very good condition but there are a few bits that would need sorting out.I think it is well worth going to see for yourself.

[huzilulu]

FYI: a nice looking red CanAm just got listed on the Ultima Owners FB page.. No affiliations to owner and never seen the car - just looked quite nice from the pic and descriptions.

[V8Dom]

just seen it has rear brake scoops too
nice idea, not that my brakes get that hot

[845ste]

Dom There I also have them myself, like the Pagani : i see ,they are very useful on the track-day

[deadscoob]

I'd say on a list of things to do for trackdays, there are far more worthwhile things to do than cool the rear brakes, which don't really need cooling unless you're racing.
But if it's just got looks, that's fine

[V8Dom]

845ste said:

Dom There I also have them myself, like the Pagani : i see ,they are very useful on the track-day

any pics?