To buy or not to buy?
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To buy or not to buy?
I am thinking about a C32. I'm not sold on a specific year and not sure if there where many changes from 02-04 to pull me one way or another. Also, do you think it is still a good buy this late in the game since they are dropping in price or now has it turned into the "ultimate sleeper" and a great deal? Many problems? What should I look out for in shopping?
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I am thinking about a C32. I'm not sold on a specific year and not sure if there where many changes from 02-04 to pull me one way or another. Also, do you think it is still a good buy this late in the game since they are dropping in price or now has it turned into the "ultimate sleeper" and a great deal? Many problems? What should I look out for in shopping?
It depends on what you can afford. Also bear in mind that you can get '03/'04 E55's for low-to-mid $30K's.
Can you do basic mechanical work yourself? If not, you had best get some type of warranty for the car.
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to buy or not to buy
i think the later models are the facelift one 2004 eg clearlights,new dashboard...correct me if im wrong...but go for a car with full service history,very important and warranty
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Thank you for the responses. I have not done basic mechanic work but I am a quick learn but that is an area that experience is golden.
I have a good ear to detect engine problems and can come up with logical answers but I haven't done much more than oil changes and lowering spring installs, mostly car audio was my hobby not engine mods / maintenance.
I am planning on keeping this one for a bit so I will make it a project and take small steps of DIY.
I thought a powerful V6 could be a little better on gas in the city but I could be wrong.
So, so far your thinking go for an 04 with some kind of warranty?
What about sellers with upgrades? Too risky? Stick to stock?
I have a good ear to detect engine problems and can come up with logical answers but I haven't done much more than oil changes and lowering spring installs, mostly car audio was my hobby not engine mods / maintenance.
I am planning on keeping this one for a bit so I will make it a project and take small steps of DIY.
I thought a powerful V6 could be a little better on gas in the city but I could be wrong.
So, so far your thinking go for an 04 with some kind of warranty?
What about sellers with upgrades? Too risky? Stick to stock?
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Thank you for the responses. I have not done basic mechanic work but I am a quick learn but that is an area that experience is golden.
I have a good ear to detect engine problems and can come up with logical answers but I haven't done much more than oil changes and lowering spring installs, mostly car audio was my hobby not engine mods / maintenance.
I am planning on keeping this one for a bit so I will make it a project and take small steps of DIY.
I thought a powerful V6 could be a little better on gas in the city but I could be wrong.
So, so far your thinking go for an 04 with some kind of warranty?
What about sellers with upgrades? Too risky? Stick to stock?
I have a good ear to detect engine problems and can come up with logical answers but I haven't done much more than oil changes and lowering spring installs, mostly car audio was my hobby not engine mods / maintenance.
I am planning on keeping this one for a bit so I will make it a project and take small steps of DIY.
I thought a powerful V6 could be a little better on gas in the city but I could be wrong.
So, so far your thinking go for an 04 with some kind of warranty?
What about sellers with upgrades? Too risky? Stick to stock?
As far as buying modded or stock, depends on you and the seller. If Jerry (from LET) was selling his car that was fully modded I would jump on that in a heartbeat and trust the car. If it's some punk kid that doesn't really know what mods he has or what the mods he has do to/for the car, I'd steer clear.
That's just me however...
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