Buying a mk3 n/a supra

[mirage83]

MkIII N/A's aren't all that fast, though insurance is definately cheaper on them and they are still fun to drive in addition to looking sharp.

Engine swaps are generally expensive, as it's never just a case of pulling and swapping... there's always more involved when you get into it. If the N/A is an issue, I'd hold out until you find a GTE in your price range.

It could be a good deal, depends on the exact condition of the engine as well as the body, interior, tranny, differential, etc. Hard to say.

[Green7mgte]

I would start by doing a compression test.

[jaime]

I really doubt there is any body damage, but again I haven't seen the car but i asked the guy if there was anything wrong with it, he said "all it needs is a new battery and an inspection". I will be seeing and checking it out on Friday and I definitely plan on taking it on to a mechanic to get it inspected. He said its been sitting on his garage for a while.

[Green7mgte]

the affect of "sitting" itself has negative effects on the brakes and braking system. but man the major thing I would check out is the rebuilt engine and any electronic issues. those are pains. everything else is something to do in your free time.

[mirage83]

Originally Posted by Green7mgte

the affect of "sitting" itself has negative effects on the brakes and braking system. but man the major thing I would check out is the rebuilt engine and any electronic issues. those are pains. everything else is something to do in your free time.

Don't forget the fuel system. Depending on just how long it sat and how much gas was in the tank, the tank and fuel pump could be corroded to junk like it was in mine when I first began working on it. Also, the injectors might need a thorough cleaning.