Is this fd good to go?
06-16-2009, 06:16 PM
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Here is a FD that I'm thinking about buying. I've talked to the guy a couple of times and seems good to go. I've also seen the carfax report and its clean. Just wanted some input from someone more experienced than me to see if it was a good deal. Hes asking $14000. Thanx for helping
Has 97k miles on the chassis and 11k on the new motor. Turbos were also changed the same time.
He says the clutch is slipping a little in first. But he says that its actually a heat shield on the downpipe that is rubbing against the firewall going uphill and on turns
heres some pics
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
from him...
and here is a full mods list, a lot of these parts are one of a kind or discontinued that you will never find elsewhere:
Engine:
Rotorsports Stage2 streetport / Atkins 3mm seals + Rebuild kit
Non-seq (with block off plates) rebuilt and balanced twins
HKS SSQV welded
Rotary Performance downpipe, midpipe, + exhaust
K&N custom intake
Unorthodox underdrive, waterpump, alternator pulley set
M2 Large SMIC
Turbonetics Couplers
Silicone Racing Hump Couplers
Koyo Radiator
Polished GReddy elbow, UIM, and intake pipes
MSD Ignition Wires
NGK 9s all around
RC cleaned and calibrated stock primaries
RC 1250cc Secondary Injectors
Walbroh 255lph fuel pump
APEX'i PFC w. basemap by google.com
GReddy Profec B Spec2 tuned by visionspeedfactory.com
HKS turbo timer
ACT Flywheel
Centerforce Clutch
Battery relocated to hatch
Interior:
Corbeau A4 Microseude racing seat
Corbeau 3 point racing harness
Autometer Dual A-Pillar gauge pod
Autometer Boost Gauge + Autometer Ultralite A/F gauge
Gotham Racing PFC holder
Carbon fiber arm rests
Custom RX-7 floor mats
Custom Hollandia glass moonroof
Valentine V1
Momo Phantom CF Shift ****
JDM aluminum door sills
JDM short throw shifter
JDM shifter boot
JDM e-brake boot
JDM ash tray
94 Window switch
Alpine headunit
Piano Black center console
Exterior:
Stock Bumper
w. Matte Black Mesh
R1 Lip
Veilside Sideskirts
Veilside Rear valence molded
Racing Beat Type 2 wing with Porsche Black Centerpiece
GP Sports Hatch spoiler in Porsche Black
CF Door molding
Slight tint
CF Gas door
C-West vented Headlight cover
6K HiD Helios lights
Smoked side markers, rear markers, front markers
RX7.com upgraded smoked turn lamps
JDM Efini Black emblem
Titanium Grey Metallic paint w/ Metallic black door jambs
CF Karbonlite Vented Hood in Porsche Black
CF Karbonlite Hood pins
Wheels + Suspension:
Toora 16x8 One-Lugnut Racing Wheels
w. Custom 2 stage Black + Silver vein Powedercoat (with clear)
w. Falken FK451
Tein S-Tech Lowering Springs
R1 Shocks
TCS Toe links
CP Racing 4 Point Strut Bar
---
Car has only a few problems: 1. Starter is weak, sometimes takes a few tries2. Passenger door grip is loose3. Still running on a very safe and rich tune by rx7store
But otherwise it has no problems on cold/hot starts (except the starter but thats not engine related), no burning oil or coolant, no smoke, and clean title never been wrecked.
Has 97k miles on the chassis and 11k on the new motor. Turbos were also changed the same time.
He says the clutch is slipping a little in first. But he says that its actually a heat shield on the downpipe that is rubbing against the firewall going uphill and on turns
heres some pics
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/img_popup.js...p;isStock=false
from him...
and here is a full mods list, a lot of these parts are one of a kind or discontinued that you will never find elsewhere:
Engine:
Rotorsports Stage2 streetport / Atkins 3mm seals + Rebuild kit
Non-seq (with block off plates) rebuilt and balanced twins
HKS SSQV welded
Rotary Performance downpipe, midpipe, + exhaust
K&N custom intake
Unorthodox underdrive, waterpump, alternator pulley set
M2 Large SMIC
Turbonetics Couplers
Silicone Racing Hump Couplers
Koyo Radiator
Polished GReddy elbow, UIM, and intake pipes
MSD Ignition Wires
NGK 9s all around
RC cleaned and calibrated stock primaries
RC 1250cc Secondary Injectors
Walbroh 255lph fuel pump
APEX'i PFC w. basemap by google.com
GReddy Profec B Spec2 tuned by visionspeedfactory.com
HKS turbo timer
ACT Flywheel
Centerforce Clutch
Battery relocated to hatch
Interior:
Corbeau A4 Microseude racing seat
Corbeau 3 point racing harness
Autometer Dual A-Pillar gauge pod
Autometer Boost Gauge + Autometer Ultralite A/F gauge
Gotham Racing PFC holder
Carbon fiber arm rests
Custom RX-7 floor mats
Custom Hollandia glass moonroof
Valentine V1
Momo Phantom CF Shift ****
JDM aluminum door sills
JDM short throw shifter
JDM shifter boot
JDM e-brake boot
JDM ash tray
94 Window switch
Alpine headunit
Piano Black center console
Exterior:
Stock Bumper
w. Matte Black Mesh
R1 Lip
Veilside Sideskirts
Veilside Rear valence molded
Racing Beat Type 2 wing with Porsche Black Centerpiece
GP Sports Hatch spoiler in Porsche Black
CF Door molding
Slight tint
CF Gas door
C-West vented Headlight cover
6K HiD Helios lights
Smoked side markers, rear markers, front markers
RX7.com upgraded smoked turn lamps
JDM Efini Black emblem
Titanium Grey Metallic paint w/ Metallic black door jambs
CF Karbonlite Vented Hood in Porsche Black
CF Karbonlite Hood pins
Wheels + Suspension:
Toora 16x8 One-Lugnut Racing Wheels
w. Custom 2 stage Black + Silver vein Powedercoat (with clear)
w. Falken FK451
Tein S-Tech Lowering Springs
R1 Shocks
TCS Toe links
CP Racing 4 Point Strut Bar
---
Car has only a few problems: 1. Starter is weak, sometimes takes a few tries2. Passenger door grip is loose3. Still running on a very safe and rich tune by rx7store
But otherwise it has no problems on cold/hot starts (except the starter but thats not engine related), no burning oil or coolant, no smoke, and clean title never been wrecked.
06-17-2009, 07:13 AM
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If the car appeals to you, and you can verify ALL claims, it's probably worth it. But he should have receipts for the engine and turbos are difficult to "rebuild"...even professionally. I'd also have a compression check done.
The two things that would reduce value to me personally are the body kit and change of color. Regardless, don't rely on CARFAX and remember the car is now 16 years old. Check it VERY closely for any rust or signs of heavy collision repair. Look beyond that body kit.
The two things that would reduce value to me personally are the body kit and change of color. Regardless, don't rely on CARFAX and remember the car is now 16 years old. Check it VERY closely for any rust or signs of heavy collision repair. Look beyond that body kit.
06-17-2009, 10:37 AM
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Why would the heat shield hit the car when going up hills or during turns? Does he have a broken engine mount? Where is the car located? And 14K for a 93 is kinda steep , especially since most of the mods on it are kinda ricey. Did the car originally have a sunroof or is this "custom" moonroof cut in? I would be extremely cautious about that one...
As far as finding out about the engine work... just call Bryan at Rotorsports and ask him. 704-933-6222
PS.. those rims are hideous.
As far as finding out about the engine work... just call Bryan at Rotorsports and ask him. 704-933-6222
PS.. those rims are hideous.
06-19-2009, 03:29 PM
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ok got some answers to some questions i asked.
The turbos are non-sequential so there is no 10-8-10 pattern. Full boost by 4500 rpms but the car has a 9000 rpm redline.The conversion was done legit with block-off plates and solenoid removal.
The car pulls great vacuum around -400mm hg at 950 rpm idle (You can set the idle lower easily, but with such an aggressive streetport it will not be a comfortable idle cold starting anything lower than 800rpm). The car is rust free and never winter driven so no salt damage either.
He said that the noise wasnt the clutch, it was the downpipe rubbing against the heatshield on uphill turns from a stop(i can fix that)
The interior passengerdoor handle is fixed also.
capable of 400 hp
The turbos are non-sequential so there is no 10-8-10 pattern. Full boost by 4500 rpms but the car has a 9000 rpm redline.The conversion was done legit with block-off plates and solenoid removal.
The car pulls great vacuum around -400mm hg at 950 rpm idle (You can set the idle lower easily, but with such an aggressive streetport it will not be a comfortable idle cold starting anything lower than 800rpm). The car is rust free and never winter driven so no salt damage either.
He said that the noise wasnt the clutch, it was the downpipe rubbing against the heatshield on uphill turns from a stop(i can fix that)
The interior passengerdoor handle is fixed also.
capable of 400 hp
06-20-2009, 01:05 PM
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the heatshield still shouldn't be hitting the car during turns unless he has a broken motor mount or something else broken.
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