VS Statesman

[Phillbert]

Hi guys i found a V8 Auto VS Statesman (White, Leather Seats)) at what i think is a good price.
The box is slipping a little but they have a replacement box to go with it, that is why it's cheap.

Im going to look at it tomorrow and wondered if there are any things to look for on it.
What should i look for when inspecting it?
I know VS rust under the battery tray and trim is expensive to replace if there is any damages or need replacing but what else is a major thing to look at?

 

[vs-lover]

What sort of $$$ are they talking ?

 

[Deuce]

Check for leaking intake gaskets.
Rusty water in rad.
Broken plastics in engine bay.
Tyre wear (wheel alignment)
Brakes worn
Power steering leaks

 

[Phillbert]

What sort of $$$ are they talking ?

Around the $1500 mark

@Deuce Thanks

 

[vs-lover]

For $1500 you won't have to worry about anything bar a blown engine because the value is right there under the hood, everything else is a bonus, so who cares what state it's in.

 

[Phillbert]

For $1500 you won't have to worry about anything bar a blown engine because the value is right there under the hood, everything else is a bonus, so who cares what state it's in.

I just got home from purchasing it.
Ended up paying $1450 lol
Turns out it's a HSV Enhanced Model, build No 837
Came with spare Trans, original wheels with caps

 

[someguy360]

Not many HSV models around, very very good pick up at that price!

 

[Phillbert]

Not many HSV models around, very very good pick up at that price!

Seeing your ride in the other section inspired me to look at a statesman and this one popped up.
As soon as i saw the tags i had to have it, was just playing the game to get the price down without getting too excited

 

[vs-lover]

I reckon you've made out like a bandit !!!

 

[Phillbert]

So i just rang HSV to find more info on this vehicle
It has HSV tags build no 837 buts it not a HSV
It's a VS Enhanced Model with HSV options and tags, make sense to anyone else lol?