Richsouth Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 Hi guys, been aspeaking to this guy that owns this zed and i really like it, only issue i have is with the mods.....and the EML light? and the dodgy sounding 'Up revs'.... and the 320BHP? any more info on this lads and should i be cautious? or just avoid all together? Check it out- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2004-NISSAN-3 ... 4ab431ebc7 Thanks for your help and advice lads. Rich Quote
liam42whu Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 Well if his had a remap, then its quite possible he would have a print out to prove the BHP. I was also under the impression that after a remap the EML would stay off as the ECU would recognise the new upgrades so seems strange to that its on. Can see the induction kit, but IMHO the tips of that exhaust look standard, although someone with a sharper eye can tell you that. Although it looks lovely, and is clean inside, I personally would never buy with viewing. Quote
M13KYF Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I would guess it may be a members car but perhaps from the other side with the tale tale signs of the honda stubby, Hopefully someone will shed some light Quote
Ekona Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 UP REV (REVS UP ENGINE BETWEEN GEAR CHANGES MAKING FOR REDUCED LAG) Ignoring the fact that anyone who WRITES ALL IN CAPITALS is automatically a *****, that line made me giggle as he clearly has no idea what he's talking about Quote
Ian Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 It used to belong to Gazhull on here & then another member who's name I can't remember - he attended a SW meet last year though. Theres a topic on this car on here somewhere, but basically the guy doesn't know what hes talking about Quote
Humpy Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 Think he may have possibly attended the Salibury meet last year, he was in the army and off to do another tour to Afghan... looks like the same car to me. Think we was asking lots of questions about the car as he had ( possibly ) bought it from a member on here and not sure how much work had been done to it etc. Quote
Ian Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 kwak250 is his name on here Pretty sure he was looking to sell it on at that time? Quote
Richsouth Posted February 21, 2012 Author Posted February 21, 2012 Lol, Lag on a non turbo...? Ok thanks lads. Is the car safe to show more interest in then? has the work on it been done by competant forum members? Quote
docwra Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 TBH if its been uprevved its been on rollers, if there were any major issues with mods they would have shown up then - what hes got is difficult to mess up anyway The only thing Id be a bit about would be why he hasnt done an engine diagnostic to see why the EML light is coming on, it takes 45 seconds or even less with an OBD reader Quote
Richsouth Posted February 21, 2012 Author Posted February 21, 2012 what is the EML light anyways mate? Quote
spursmaddave Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 what is the EML light anyways mate? It is most likely the aftermarket exhaust throwing the light, it is an easy fix especially if it has an upRev you would need to take it somewhere like Abbey / Horsham / RS to get them to read the code and sort it out so it doesn't come on again. Best to get it checked out either way, could be a number of things Quote
JetSet Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 SELF LEVELING FACTORY XENON HEADLAMPS Point of order....They look like Bi-Xenons to me! Pete Quote
Flex Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 So if you win are you committed to buy even if the description is inaccurate or something is missed that affects the road worthiness of the car? Quote
rabbitstew Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 Whats a "version T" ?!!?!! 320bhp for a 54 plate which normally would have been doing 276bhp is a remarkable increase for the few mods he lists, so unless he`s got a dyno graph proving this id expect the car to only be pushing 300bhp at the most. Also, hes on about an uprev as being some sort of anti-lag device?! And yet the 350z isnt a turbo car. I think all in all it looks like a nice car with an owner who doesnt really know much about the cars. Id certainly say its worth a viewing although it depends on what sort of price he is expecting to get for it, and whether thats in your price bracket. Good luck! Quote
ArsenalMoh Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 My (non technical) advice would be that if you are having doubts...then don't buy it, as you'll kick yourself if anything happens later on down the line and you think "I knew there was something fishy..." I'd rather pay a little bit extra and have that complete peace of mind....so how important is that to you? Quote
Humpy Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 kwak250 is his name on here Pretty sure he was looking to sell it on at that time? Yeah definately looking to sell at that point, presume he has just got back from tour and is now selling. Definatley the same chap from the Salisbury meet as his Rota's were scuffed pretty bad and reading his desription saying that the wheels may need a referb. Really nice chap though. Quote
DaddyCee Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 "Air Conditioning, Auxiliary heating, Climate Control, Electric heated seats, Leather Seats, Power-assisted Steering (PAS), Power Locks, Power Seats, Power Windows, Sunroof, Tilt Steering Wheel" how can it be a sunroof if the roof retracts?? Quote
BulletMagnet Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 Either walk away and trust your gut. Or if there is no reserve hope it stays down on price and get a bargain but expect to fork out for stuff that needs fixing Quote
Stew Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 How about you search for posts from both the owners that have been on the forum. Perhaps PM them too. Quote
Richsouth Posted February 21, 2012 Author Posted February 21, 2012 I just really want a convertible and can afford about up to 5-6.5K MAx...... he wants 7k i think. Any other convertible examples out there or similar in that price range? preferably the GT version. Quote
Ekona Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I'll be honest, you're really going to struggle on that budget. Quote
Humpy Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I'll be honest, you're really going to struggle on that budget. +1 and then consider running costs on top. Quote
SwanageDave Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 It used to belong to Gazhull on here & then another member who's name I can't remember - he attended a SW meet last year though. Theres a topic on this car on here somewhere, but basically the guy doesn't know what hes talking about Gaz did spend a lot of money on upgrades before he sold it, the plenum and uprev at abby for definate, wheels and exhaust too. Quote
rabbitstew Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I'll be honest, you're really going to struggle on that budget. +1 and then consider running costs on top. +2. You can get ancient high mileage coupes for that sort of price, but you`ll struggle to get a roadster for that amount, they normally fetch more than the coupes - esp with summer coming along. Quote
Neilp Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I'll be honest, you're really going to struggle on that budget. +1 and then consider running costs on top. +2. You can get ancient high mileage coupes for that sort of price, but you`ll struggle to get a roadster for that amount, they normally fetch more than the coupes - esp with summer coming along. Remember also that the older cheaper cars will have wear and tear so expect clutch issues etc so put away 1500 quid for that also Quote
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