Advice for first timer

[hako]

I thought "quokka" was an animal till I did a Google search. Also look at:
http://www.carsonline.com.au/
Quite a few there.

 

[holden#1]

I seen a VR Berlina In My Street 4 sale for $6750 with free tank of fuel...
had 90,000 k's full holden service history, not a scratch.
I would personally buy that for $6000.
I reckon low k's is the thing.
but then again, I would much prefer VS, they have a lot more in store midrange and up top, are a smoother unit, definitely more fuel efficient, (squential injection - computer monitors each cylinder(?)
A good VS Berlina (low k's) will still set you back $8,000 or so in brissy.

 

[Stikaa]

G'day, Yeah i would definately go for a VS. I have a VS Berlina, I also owned a VR exec. previously and think the new VS is heaps better at overall running performance, acceleration, is alot quieter/smoother plus I love my electronics eg power windows climate control I bought mine for $8000, with 143,000Kms and in immaculate condition, egerfect interior, engine smooth/ clean as a whistle. If you look around the trading post, you'll find a nice car. I tend to find the ones online with pics etc dont actually represent the car very wheel and can look alot better than they really are, but you just have to ring around.

 

[charged6_vsacclaim]

lift the floor mat up in the boot and check the other side of the boot at the welds if its a nice clean weld then it hasnt had an ass end acco if it is out of line or has bog than it has, also bring a long screwdriver along put the end of the handle against ur ear and the other end on the centre of the pulleys while its running and check for irregular noises like grinding. there might be a chance that one of them could let go.

 

[kirkson]

Hi, with regard to price, go to www.redbookcarprices.com.au that will let you know what you should be paying for the car based to klm's year condition etc, I have always found this a usefull tool. Rgds Kirk

 

[kirkson]

I have a 93 vr exec with a starting problem, it happend for the first time yesturday moter turns over but will not start, I eventually hit the side of the fuel tank with a rubber mallet, and it started, so with all this in mind, can anyone give me some advice on exactly what the problem is? RegARDS Kirk

 

[blinky351]

My ute did the same. Needed a new fuel pump.

 

[POVRTY]

perhaps a nrma inspection(if in nsw) find out if it is thrashed or babyed and no price is to high if your in love with a car whatever it may be. take these peoples advise and do some homework. you will learn alot from your first car. just make sure its a commy :thumbsup:

 

[94vrexec]

i actually looked at this car but i was told not to bother with it as it had been thrashed and wasnt worth it. i know someone who knew the previous owner. but get an rac check. they are about 140 dollars (i think) but are way worth it. i had one done on a vs i wanted to buy which looked fine bt turned out it needed $3000 worth of repairs to the engine. so make sure you get a check especially on this car!

 

[Jamie_87]

bought my vs calais for 5400 with 200,000k's...mines immacualte in and out completly stock std(old man had car and looked after it)...all i had to replace was air con compressor and fuel pump...onli 300 buks ive spent.

main things i rekon to look for in vr/VS if u are looking at one are rear main seal leak, coolant colour(check the heater too and for coolant leaking inside as new heater cores installd can b between $400-800), harmonic balancer worn,everything inside working properly, all fluid nice and clean,front wheel bearings,and for boot leaks(very common ive heard in vr/vs model)...i would reccommend the vs tho as it is much more refined than a vr...all down to what u want and how much u gotta spend...good luck!