I have a quick question.

[87natl]

Many. Assuming you are not simply getting familiar with turbo lag. If you buy it, you will learn all about MAFs, TPS's, IAC's, etc. I wouldn't let it worry you, honestly.

 

[Mikey Likes it]

I passed on it. Raised it up and found lots of leaks. Anyways I am still in the market. Any ideas

 

[Boost231]

these cars leak. they leak because they are sweating horsepower

 

[jasjamz]

The leaks are going to be found on many TRs. Try the cars for sale section in here...

 

[87natl]

OMG...you passed on a GN because it leaked? Man, you better start looking for a different vehicle. LOL!

 

[Turbo-Fun]

these cars leak. they leak because they are sweating horsepower

Very funny, that cracked me up:biggrin:. I only have 27k miles on my GN and have a floor of cardboard in my garage because of the rear main seal and maybe the rear of the valve covers. The only reason the trans doesn't leak is because it's a bullitproof Jimmy's trans. In my opinion if you look at a GN and there isn't a leak - PASS ON IT!

 

[87gnguy]

I bought mine in January and have about 10 hours and about 300 bucks trying to get it to stop leaking. I've put 3 oil pan gaskets on it and my mechanic even did one for me. I finally said F_ck it!!! Then went and got some kitty litter for my garage floor. :biggrin:

 

[SPOOLN87GN]

very funny, that cracked me up:biggrin:. In my opinion if you look at a gn and there isn't a leak - pass on it!

x2

 

[rmar]

Mine has 0, none, nada, leaks........:biggrin:

Maybe it is out of oil........



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[Mikey Likes it]

This car was misrepresented. I even talked to the dealer on the phone. Original paint-Found out it was repainted 10 years ago maybe by macco? Looks horrible and needed another paint job bad-was painted over some spots that should have been repaired. Not just a leak but a ton of them. and then the car would bog. Oh yeah then I found rust under the floor boards. Enough reasons for me to pass. On a better note I am now addicted after the test drive. I love it. I had a 1986 Regal through High School and always wanted one. Give me a couple of weeks and I will.

And thanks for the help walking me through what to look for I am ready for the next car. I think you guys are even better than my boat forum is!

 

[rmar]

Don't be afraid to travel for the right car. A plane ticket and a nice drive home is pretty cheap..

Good luck. Plenty of people here to check one out for you.



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[gculver]

Missed the yout last post..I shouldn't try to spend your money anyway!:biggrin:

GC

 

[DailyDrifter]

FWIW When my engine was rebuilt, I put oil in it and next time I came back to work on it, it was leaking, AND it had'nt even started up yet .

 

[faster]

There are just too many great Gn's/T's out there right now for pennies on the dollar to waste $$$$$ buying a bad one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!





Fords don't leak!
















Just kidding, just kidding no one get their panties in a wad.


Mikey

 

[Mikey Likes it]

There are just too many great Gn's/T's out there right now for pennies on the dollar to waste $$$$$ buying a bad one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thats my thoughts exactly.

 

[87gnguy]

Too bad you're not close to Panama City, FL I know of a GN for sale here that's a 1 owner with about 90k miles on it. The interior is about an 8 out of 10 and the paint is about and 8 out of 10 also. It's also bone stock. The owner wants $10500. Has 0 rust from what I can see. The only thing some people might not like is that it's a T-top car. I really don't mind them though.

 

[turboclam]

I could spot the repaint in the Ebay ad, but last time I gave my opinion and mentioned... "looks like a Maaco job", I got my butt chewed by other board members.

 

[Mikey Likes it]

Buick : Grand National:eBay Motors (item 250523540393 end time Nov-08-09 12:02:30 PST)

What do you guys think about this one?

 

[87gnguy]

That's a nice one. I'd probably give them at least 15K for it. Not much more than that.

 

[Bruce Urie]

FWIW When my engine was rebuilt, I put oil in it and next time I came back to work on it, it was leaking, AND it had'nt even started up yet .

Have to say, I couldn't help but laugh hard when I read this, DD, I am sorry, I couldn't help it...and I thought I had bad luck! I admire your honesty. Thanks for the post...sad, funny, but true. You have my thoughts and prayers. I have no idea how much bad luck others have until they tell us about it. Makes me feel in the same boat and not alone. Thanks.

Bruce '87 Grand National