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ls1vert · 10-02-2008, 02:01 PM

Hey guys i'm looking to trade the v6 in for an ls1. Been checking out various ads on the web for z28s in the northeast. Found one on craigslist of all places, check it out in person looks well maintained no blemishes or rust, but (there's always a but) it's got high miles... like 174k of them. Currently asking 4800 but I could get it for less (its been up for awhile and he keeps reposting for less). Is there any price where a high mile car like that would be worth getting?

For reference here is the ad in question:
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/863484886.html

Thanks guys.

MustangKillr · 10-02-2008, 07:24 PM

I'd be willing to sell mine for $7,000. It's only got 130k on it, and it's a hell of a lot cleaner than that one is, and it doesn't have that obnoxious looking front license plate on the fascia. The only thing is, is that mine isn't leather. Oh, and mines bone stock if you're into that, and if you're not than I'm about to put a K&N air intake and filter on it, as well as Flowmaster pipes.

TFord · 10-02-2008, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MustangKillr

as well as Flowmaster pipes.

the flowmaster catback for the 4th gen is'nt very good...infact it has the worst flow for 4th gen catback system. (dont quote me on that) go with Magnaflow IMHO its the best bang for your buck!

*The_Blur* · 10-02-2008, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by TFord

the flowmaster catback for the 4th gen is'nt very good...infact it has the worst flow for 4th gen catback system. (dont quote me on that) go with Magnaflow IMHO its the best bang for your buck!

I'm a huge fan of Magnaflow. I used it on my Cobalt. It sounded great and gave a little kick.

*CamaroSpike23* · 10-04-2008, 06:48 PM

test drive the car, if you like it, take 4k with you in cash and throw 3500 at him, then 4k. if he doesnt bite, leave it.

AFSNightrod · 10-05-2008, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by TFord

the flowmaster catback for the 4th gen is'nt very good...infact it has the worst flow for 4th gen catback system. (dont quote me on that) go with Magnaflow IMHO its the best bang for your buck!

Flowmaster is also known as Chokemaster amongst the 4th gen guys. From my understanding it flows even worse than stock. I personally jumped on the Magnaflow bandwagon with a cat back and high flow cats along with Kooks headers and a Kooks Y-pipe on my Trans Am. It sounds great without being uncomfortably loud. When I'm not on the gas you can't even hear it which is a cood thing considering the laws in my state. It doesn't drone on the highway either. Ok sorry to make this a

. Back to your regualrly scheduled posts...

carguy_z28 · 10-05-2008, 07:52 AM

For that money Id buy the car, I paid double that for my 95 Z28 in Saskatewan Canada, but up here there more expensive than in the states...

Anyways, I like the dynomax. I put them on every vehicle I own, and they sound great.

SilverTurtle · 10-05-2008, 09:38 AM

how much is your budget and how far are you willing to drive/fly to get what you want?

I happen to know of a 2000 Z28 A4 car that is Monterrey Maroon and is in the San Antonio area and needs a good home... they're asking $11,900 for it, but have had NO bites at that price... I'm fairly sure you could get it out the door for alot less.

Moose · 10-05-2008, 09:39 AM

I know of a nice 4th Gen. SS for sale. It belongs to a friend's mother of mine...very nice condition.

dvnt88 · 10-08-2008, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ls1vert

Hey guys i'm looking to trade the v6 in for an ls1. Been checking out various ads on the web for z28s in the northeast. Found one on craigslist of all places, check it out in person looks well maintained no blemishes or rust, but (there's always a but) it's got high miles... like 174k of them. Currently asking 4800 but I could get it for less (its been up for awhile and he keeps reposting for less). Is there any price where a high mile car like that would be worth getting?

For reference here is the ad in question:
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/863484886.html

Thanks guys.

If ya have a code reader I would also suggest taking it it with you to see if there's any trouble codes pending in the ECM just to make sure the seller is on the up-n-up. Not to say that they aren't, but it's your hard earned money and it keeps honest people honest. ") Just my 2c. ")

ls1vert · 10-08-2008, 11:25 AM

Thanks for all the info guys. I passed on the car for now but i'll keep up the search. Budget is tight right now so I might just save up a little more and see how the release of the fifth gens affects the price on the older ones.

Thule · 10-11-2008, 11:21 PM

i'm not sure the new car will affect the price that much, the 4th gen has gotten that old, U get what you pay for

Dunk31 · 10-20-2008, 10:23 PM

Not sure if you've bought yet or not, but I just bought a 93 Z28 with 64,000 original miles for 3,800 today. I found it on craigslist. You just have to be patient. I've been searching through craigslist, etc since early this summer. I just don't say don't get in a hurry or settle for anything less then what you're looking for. And the best thing about it. It was bought new and owned by a 58 year old woman until she passed away about 3 years ago. Her son in law bought it from the estate and has only put 2,000 miles on it since 2005. I was really looking for a 98-02, but I couldn't pass this on up! The paints a little faded, but the interior still looks new for the most part.

10-02-2008, 02:01 PM	#1
ls1vert Drives: '99 vert red Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 9	Looking for a Z28 Hey guys i'm looking to trade the v6 in for an ls1. Been checking out various ads on the web for z28s in the northeast. Found one on craigslist of all places, check it out in person looks well maintained no blemishes or rust, but (there's always a but) it's got high miles... like 174k of them. Currently asking 4800 but I could get it for less (its been up for awhile and he keeps reposting for less). Is there any price where a high mile car like that would be worth getting? For reference here is the ad in question: http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/863484886.html Thanks guys.

10-05-2008, 07:52 AM	#7
carguy_z28 eating 1 ricer @ a time Drives: 1974 Z28, 2011 5.0 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 91	For that money Id buy the car, I paid double that for my 95 Z28 in Saskatewan Canada, but up here there more expensive than in the states... Anyways, I like the dynomax. I put them on every vehicle I own, and they sound great. __________________ [IMG][/IMG]

10-05-2008, 09:38 AM	#8
SilverTurtle Reality Check Specialist Drives: '02 Z28, 2012 45th SS Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: ATX Posts: 1,730	how much is your budget and how far are you willing to drive/fly to get what you want? I happen to know of a 2000 Z28 A4 car that is Monterrey Maroon and is in the San Antonio area and needs a good home... they're asking $11,900 for it, but have had NO bites at that price... I'm fairly sure you could get it out the door for alot less. __________________ got tequila?

10-11-2008, 11:21 PM	#12
Thule insane member! Drives: 98 lsx-m6 H/C/I/juice. Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Reykjavik/iceland Posts: 7	i'm not sure the new car will affect the price that much, the 4th gen has gotten that old, U get what you pay for __________________ 1998 Camaro Z28, modded 1983 Camaro Berl, rusted 2008 charger R/T huge 2004 SRT4 11.9@124mph (451whp) boring..&ugly 2006 Harley davidsson Night Rod, modded

10-20-2008, 10:23 PM	#13
Dunk31 Instigator Drives: 93 Z28, 70 Chevelle SS 97 Expo Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kandahar, Afghanistan/St. Louis will always be home though. Posts: 192	Not sure if you've bought yet or not, but I just bought a 93 Z28 with 64,000 original miles for 3,800 today. I found it on craigslist. You just have to be patient. I've been searching through craigslist, etc since early this summer. I just don't say don't get in a hurry or settle for anything less then what you're looking for. And the best thing about it. It was bought new and owned by a 58 year old woman until she passed away about 3 years ago. Her son in law bought it from the estate and has only put 2,000 miles on it since 2005. I was really looking for a 98-02, but I couldn't pass this on up! The paints a little faded, but the interior still looks new for the most part. __________________ Want some? Come GET some! But ya better be big enough n bad enough, to take some!!!"

10-02-2008, 07:24 PM	#2
MustangKillr Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Portland, TN Posts: 165 View My Garage	I'd be willing to sell mine for $7,000. It's only got 130k on it, and it's a hell of a lot cleaner than that one is, and it doesn't have that obnoxious looking front license plate on the fascia. The only thing is, is that mine isn't leather. Oh, and mines bone stock if you're into that, and if you're not than I'm about to put a K&N air intake and filter on it, as well as Flowmaster pipes.

10-05-2008, 09:39 AM	#9
Moose Moderator Drives: '99 Camaro SS #1392 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newtown, Pa. Posts: 3,982	I know of a nice 4th Gen. SS for sale. It belongs to a friend's mother of mine...very nice condition.

10-08-2008, 11:25 AM	#11
ls1vert Drives: '99 vert red Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 9	Thanks for all the info guys. I passed on the car for now but i'll keep up the search. Budget is tight right now so I might just save up a little more and see how the release of the fifth gens affects the price on the older ones.

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