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Buying CV8???!

Nico36

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Hi guys,

I'm looking at buying a 2003 series 2 CV8 manual. I have searched through the forum and only found my question relating to VY commodores. I just wanted to know what are the big things to check on S2 monaros? It is priced at $17,990 with 126,000km on the dial. It's stock standard with two owners and has had the roof lining replaced? not sure as to why? Also has full service history and apparently in great condition. I will be inspecting it on Tuesday (aus day). Just wanted to get a heads up as to what to check for. Thanks in advance guys!!
 

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And also if I will be getting it checked by NRMA for faults ect, but how reliable are these tests?
 

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It's an old car, so the test drive will reveal and obvious stuff.
Then standard checks, engine bay for leaks, leaks at box, leaks at diff.

If everything else works and you are happy, do a Normal pre purchase inspection and also check titles, etc.
 

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Check the condition of the leather on the top of the rear seats, it can get hard and the seams split.
 

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Tuesday isn't aus day maybe check your calendar before you go hahaha
 

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Hey mate, are you an Australian, your a funny buggar :spot on:
 
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