hi all, i currently have a skyline gts, and having seen some really nice 300zeds at a recent joint event, im interested in owning one. so one simple question, when buying a used zed what are the common problems and pits falls i should look for?

 

do they have any water traps and potential rust problems? engine weak points or special service needs?

 

ive spoken to one or tweo forum users on here before so thought id ask?

 

oh and a rough idea of price for good unmolested ones would be an advantage as at present i know very little about these cars

ok several simple questions lol thanks...

click here for buying guide

 

prices are low at the mo but there are alot of sheds out there... choose carefully and look to spend around 4-5k for a tidy one, the odd bargain will be found though.

and check the cars for sale on here. buying one from a genuine enthusiast will generally mean that its been looked after.

buy a good one even if you have to pay a bit more it will save you money in the long run

well ive been mooching the "for sale" on here for a wee while, and some are around what my skyline is worth , bout £3500, is this low for a good one then?

as said you can find bargains at the moment, just check these cars out thoroughly before buying

well ive been mooching the "for sale" on here for a wee while, and some are around what my skyline is worth , bout £3500, is this low for a good one then?

£3,500 is about an average price these days

ok cheers guys

Evening Simon :D

 

Some stock "common" faults/problems to be aware of are:

 

Digital clock not working

Glovebox catch broken

Worn bolsters esp. on drivers side

Leaky targa seals

Erratic Oil Pressure gauge (this is the sender unit:aftermarket gauges, both oil pressure and water temp are nice to have)

Electric aerial not retracting fully

Poor standard headlamp bulbs (uprated bulbs or HID kit are worth checking for)

Missing trim on centre console

Drivers seatbelt slow to retract

 

None of these are serious but can add up in ££'s to fix and if they've already been sorted could indicate a well cared for car.

 

I'm sure there are more things to check and the clever boys will be along soon to let you know :D :D

ev'nin phil

 

ta mate, this is looking more and more like the way im gonna go, so if i find any local to lookat i may be taking you up on that offer of an "expert eye"

ev'nin phil

 

ta mate, this is looking more and more like the way im gonna go, so if i find any local to lookat i may be taking you up on that offer of an "expert eye"

 

Whose would that be then??? :rofl: :rofl:

 

Has Legrath got in touch with ya??? He was after pix of the 'liner - see his thread ;)

really? oooh like wow?!

details posted, ....it was kind of a cheeky offer but you never know

hey bud wise choice, always best to take someone who knows their zeds with ya when ya view one

 

get along to the local meet on sunday and ask a few questions have a good sit in one and maybe go for a drive in one

hey bud wise choice, always best to take someone who knows their zeds with ya when ya view one

 

get along to the local meet on sunday and ask a few questions have a good sit in one and maybe go for a drive in one

 

He was at the Dyno Day :slap: :rofl:

He was at the Dyno Day :slap: :rofl:

 

yeah i know, i soke to him, but did he have a good look about the zeds and did he ask the right questions lol :slap: :rofl: :rofl:

Some other probs. to look-out for:- Prop centre bearing

Gear selection, syncro baulking on 2nd and 4th

As previous, Targa roof seals. If panels not replaced properly the seals fold over and you get a wet a*se, or some twonk has put silicon sealant around it.

Clutch, can be a big problem for single handed D.I.Y.

Water pipes/hoses, there are some awkward buggers to get at, under the inlet manifold, either side, and one little bute above the N/S turbo at the rear of the block.

Other than that, they are rapid motors and possibly a bit rarer than a Skyline in some areas.

lots of good info guys thanks, yes it was i at the rr day, and i was planning to come along this sunday for the run out , but my boss had other ideas. ....im on the hunt for a nice zed now though, .....very much interested, but like you say i need to have sit in a mebbe test drive a few before i jump in with me£££££

lots of good info guys thanks, yes it was i at the rr day, and i was planning to come along this sunday for the run out , but my boss had other ideas. ....im on the hunt for a nice zed now though, .....very much interested, but like you say i need to have sit in a mebbe test drive a few before i jump in with me£££££

 

there you go phil, i told ya :tongue: :rofl: :rofl:

Also look for corrosion on the rear of the sill, around the wheelarch and on top of the front inner wings near to the suspension turrets. Look for smoke. Find out if any re-builds have been done. Turbo's do not usually last past 110k especially if upped boost and de-cats are present.

 

Ivan

thats some thing to budget for then .. new turbos...... mind you ive preference for an na, as i think they break less often ..least thats what im told...grin

ok plans are that im gonna look round for an Na zed, have been doing some research, but i gotta sell the skyline to do it.....so thanks guys and ill give ya a shout when ive my new toy!