GT3 buying...
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DasChin

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614 posts

246 months

Wednesday 28th June 2006
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guys

looking at a black mk1 GT3 in the area and looks like a nice car, well looked after by former PCGB chairman as well as having a few JZM tweaks.

it has 55k on the clock. should I be worried? I know the 3.6 lump is bullett proof, well better than the 3.4 I currently have (though mine has been sweet - just all the others!) I don't do a huge amount of miles to be honest and this car has not seen too much track action either!

any other parts that are likely to be worn? gearbox? diff?

has had new clutch plates and release bearings about 10k ago at JZM.

the car is going into GT1 to have a 12k oil n filter service early july so I might get them to do a pre purchase check over on the car!!

thoughts and comments welcome.

Nw

Edited by DasChin on Wednesday 28th June 10:18

mbutchers

703 posts

250 months

Wednesday 28th June 2006
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Not too up on GT3's, but from a mechanical/reliablility point of view, the car should hold no suprises - so long as it's been well maintained.
From a buyers point of view, it is quite high miles for a GT3, and therefore needs to be priced accordingly. If you're planning it as a keeper, then it shouldn't be a problem, especially if you're planning on low mileage. If you think you'll have a change of heart in 6 months, it could prove problematic. All IMHO obviously

stg

60 posts

264 months

Wednesday 28th June 2006
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Mine currently in the mid 40k's mileage - most of it put on by me.

Rear shocks currently being replaced due to wear/tear and not enough 'cleaning' apparently .. Engine got an oil leak somewhere which is being 'investigated'.. + other bits and bobs.

Basically get them to do the check over...

johnfm

13,751 posts

280 months

Wednesday 28th June 2006
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Dampers are probably toast by now - unless they have been upgraded/replaced recently

DasChin

Original Poster:

614 posts

246 months

Wednesday 28th June 2006
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its got the jzm fast road kit a few k ago so decent suspension all round which is a plus

I have heard they can spring oil leaks which is not good and $$$$

will get the check done.