RichardS

I have added a couple more names - Vodkashots (Naturally he'll be there; he's our NEO) and from the Zclub; Candy Red and Chappo123.....:dance:

I have added a couple more names - Vodkashots (Naturally he'll be there; he's our NEO) and from the Zclub; Candy Red and Chappo123.....:dance:

PMSL - probably all the welder had to hand when he was sent out to repair the gate....:rofl: I hope he wasn't daft enough to take it from the brakes on his vehicle though - but then again looking at that, you just never know....:lol:

PMSL - probably all the welder had to hand when he was sent out to repair the gate....:rofl: I hope he wasn't daft enough to take it from the brakes on his vehicle though - but then again looking at that, you just never know....:lol:

Indeed - and it also goes to show that J-spec cars are now just as likely to have rust issues as UK spec ones.....:ohmy:

Indeed - and it also goes to show that J-spec cars are now just as likely to have rust issues as UK spec ones.....:ohmy:

What Nick said......:bow: And as said on the other thread; congratulations on your purchase Baz - that's a fine example and we all know it will be safe in your hands mate!!! Richard:thumbup:

What Nick said......:bow: And as said on the other thread; congratulations on your purchase Baz - that's a fine example and we all know it will be safe in your hands mate!!! Richard:thumbup:

This one has just popped up on here - looks tidy and only in need of some minor cosmetic works by the look of it.... http://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?175516-1996-TT-Manual Richard :cool:

This one has just popped up on here - looks tidy and only in need of some minor cosmetic works by the look of it.... http://www.300zx.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?175516-1996-TT-Manual Richard :cool:

Agreed - any excuse for me..........:wink:

Agreed - any excuse for me..........:wink:

Yes and yes! Actually there are sometimes a few hidden bargains to be had - people chuck in the towel and sell up on a whim, at a low price just for a quick sale. It's not that there's anything major wrong with the car, more like they are tired of the general running costs applicable to a 25 year old junior supercar! Don't forget, when new the 300zx was £34k - scale that up for today and you're looking at Jag XK8 money! And despite some members achieving a heady 26mpg+ do not realistically expect more than 19 average - you will use the power:wink: And as said above, do not rule out a car with high miles - a well cared for example will not show signs of excess miles and will most likely have had the old, worn out parts replaced. Ditto for a car where the owner has "had enough" by the time he sells, he might have already lavished £000s on improving and upgrading bits only to run out of money or enthusiasm. Or both! As said above, the costly things to check for are rust - sills, rear arches, floorpan and the lower portion of the front wings where they bolt to the frame. And turbos - like Groover said, check for smoke when booting it - but also let the car idle for 10 minutes after a hard drive to see if any blue smoke appears during that time. Turbos should spool up relatively quickly and quietly - you may hear a faint whistle with the windows open, but generally stock turbos are not noisy! Look at the colour of the oil too - engine oil should be a nice golden brown and auto trans oil should be pink, with no traces of a burnt smell. The operation of the cooling system should be bang on too - the car should not overheat. It gets very hot under the bonnet of a 300zx - especially the TT model! And make sure there has been a recent cam belt change as well - if not budget for having it done right away; along with the water-pump, thermostat and (sometimes) the pulleys. Hope that helps a bit too! And always ask us if you see a car you like; we may know a bit of its history and ownership - and often a member local to where the car is being sold might be kind enough to meet you there and take a look with you! Richard:cool:

Yes and yes! Actually there are sometimes a few hidden bargains to be had - people chuck in the towel and sell up on a whim, at a low price just for a quick sale. It's not that there's anything major wrong with the car, more like they are tired of the general running costs applicable to a 25 year old junior supercar! Don't forget, when new the 300zx was £34k - scale that up for today and you're looking at Jag XK8 money! And despite some members achieving a heady 26mpg+ do not realistically expect more than 19 average - you will use the power:wink: And as said above, do not rule out a car with high miles - a well cared for example will not show signs of excess miles and will most likely have had the old, worn out parts replaced. Ditto for a car where the owner has "had enough" by the time he sells, he might have already lavished £000s on improving and upgrading bits only to run out of money or enthusiasm. Or both! As said above, the costly things to check for are rust - sills, rear arches, floorpan and the lower portion of the front wings where they bolt to the frame. And turbos - like Groover said, check for smoke when booting it - but also let the car idle for 10 minutes after a hard drive to see if any blue smoke appears during that time. Turbos should spool up relatively quickly and quietly - you may hear a faint whistle with the windows open, but generally stock turbos are not noisy! Look at the colour of the oil too - engine oil should be a nice golden brown and auto trans oil should be pink, with no traces of a burnt smell. The operation of the cooling system should be bang on too - the car should not overheat. It gets very hot under the bonnet of a 300zx - especially the TT model! And make sure there has been a recent cam belt change as well - if not budget for having it done right away; along with the water-pump, thermostat and (sometimes) the pulleys. Hope that helps a bit too! And always ask us if you see a car you like; we may know a bit of its history and ownership - and often a member local to where the car is being sold might be kind enough to meet you there and take a look with you! Richard:cool:

Welcome to the club my friend - and that's a cool username.....:thumbup: Good luck in your quest for the right car, Devil; and if we can be of assistance, just ask :wink: Richard :cool:

Welcome to the club my friend - and that's a cool username.....:thumbup: Good luck in your quest for the right car, Devil; and if we can be of assistance, just ask :wink: Richard :cool:

Well that's good news Nick - it was a nice example so fingers crossed it's being looked after!! Richard:thumbup:

Well that's good news Nick - it was a nice example so fingers crossed it's being looked after!! Richard:thumbup:

PMSL - whoever did that obviously had an "Appetite for Destruction"..... still, "Don't Cry" mate - just "Live and Let Die"...... "It's so Easy" to get a repair done nowadays....:rofl::rofl:

PMSL - whoever did that obviously had an "Appetite for Destruction"..... still, "Don't Cry" mate - just "Live and Let Die"...... "It's so Easy" to get a repair done nowadays....:rofl::rofl:

Hey Nick, Good to see you're still around mate.... Sadly I have not seen your old Z - nor do I remember the new owner popping up in here - but never say never:wink: Don't be a stranger my friend; you're always welcome here, with or without a ZX! Richard :cool:

Hey Nick, Good to see you're still around mate.... Sadly I have not seen your old Z - nor do I remember the new owner popping up in here - but never say never:wink: Don't be a stranger my friend; you're always welcome here, with or without a ZX! Richard :cool:

Nice one mate - sounds like a great opportunity. I'm really pleased for you and wish you the best of luck out there..... I'd have driven the ZX down myself too; although at £1,200 the shipping is probably cheaper than the fuel..... Until you get there, that is:wink: Don't be a stranger though!! Richard:thumbup:

Nice one mate - sounds like a great opportunity. I'm really pleased for you and wish you the best of luck out there..... I'd have driven the ZX down myself too; although at £1,200 the shipping is probably cheaper than the fuel..... Until you get there, that is:wink: Don't be a stranger though!! Richard:thumbup:

From what I remember, the OEM xenons were only standard on the 99-spec TT; they were optional extras for the NA..... I believe:wink: