OMG I just put a deposit on a R33GTR!

[zymotic]

I'm scarred.

The car does have a little damage where somebody has tried to jimmy the door open. Also the front bar is a little damaged to (someone tried to remove it)

The car does have a little bit of white smoke coming out the exhaust however after a few revs it went away and didnt come back.

Anyway the price is such that I could afford to fix the door and a turbo even 2 if need be a still be doing ok.

Apart from that I checked the car thoroughly and it looks good.

* Checked the radiator for white deposits near the cap - none.

* No rust in the boot.

* No unusual sounds from drivetrain, gbox or engine.

* No perceivable leaks engine or otherwise

* Interior clean.

* Rest of panels straight.

* Engine sounded good and normal.

* 70k on clock (who really knows)

* 95 model

* 400r side skirts, front bar and bonnet (might be fake i wouldnt know)

* supplied with safety certificate and rego

* aftermarket exhaust looks to be only cat back

* pods (m's?)

* Enkei wheels 17in i think.

Fingers crossed i get it and it turns out ok. Either way I will let u guys know.

I'm an impulsive idiot but I did have a dam good look at everything I know a bit

about mechanicals etc - and I know people etc.

[Jimbo2000]

dude... didnt you like JUST get a gtst a few months ago

moving along quickly... nice

[zymotic]

Well in my defence it was a whole 9 months ago......... lol.

Yes, I am an impulsive idiot. If I've made a mistake

everybody can say we told u so etc cos I'll deserve it.

If I haven't, I've got a bargain. If I have um... I'm not

gonna think about that.

[Blitz]

Is "Compression Test" missing from that list for a reason?

If all is well then congratulations on your new purchase

[Jimbo2000]

9 months bloody hell time flies

ignore my stupid post then i thought it was like 2 months or so

good stuff, you gotta give things a go sometimes

you win some and you lose some, i hope you win this one mate

[zymotic]

anybody know if compression tests can be done by a mobile type mechanic?

[Jimbo2000]

think so yeah

[Parag0n]

You have to take some risks if you want something like a GTR

[Merli]

I guess you didn't read the FAQ on buying a Skyline then

The two most important points you missed:

GET THE CAR UP ON A HOIST!!!!

Don't buy the vehicle the first time you see it. Go home and have a GOOD think about it. One more day isn't going to kill you, but it might stop you from making a bad impulse decision.

You should never have to tell yourself: "Fingers crossed i get it and it turns out ok"

I can't believe the engine was blowing smoke, and you didn't get a compresssion test done on it, and bought it anyway.... :uhh: :uhh:

[zymotic]

Correction I havent bought it just put a deposit on it.

Lergo I have arranged for an onsite compression test

and pre purchase inspection this wednesday 12-2pm

for $150.

If I don't go through with the purchase I loose my $450

deposit plus the $150 comp test or $600.

Figure its worth taking the punt on for $600.

I feel better now.

The thought of owning a 33GTR is really freaking me out.

I need to settle. Then I need to think about alarms. That's

the thing that worries me the most its 2x the thief magnet

than my gtst.

[Merli]

Fair enough... Good luck then!

[MIU]

sounds like drop the compressure on the engine,that not very good thing mate,

cost to rebuilt the engine from $5000~$10000+plus labour to pull the engine out and in $1500

if it was turbo,it will easy cost you about $3000 to fix include rebuilt the turbo,

good luck mate

[zymotic]

Ok guys I need advice on engine/vin/chassis numbers.

It doesn't look right to me, I did find it hard to read

his writing. I will verify myself under the bonnet

and check the numbers with REVS before purchase

but here goes.

Engine : RB26047818A (seems ok)

VIN/Chassis: 6T91MPAAAR1BFH002

Thats doesnt look anything like my

gtst's number. I would have expected

a BNR33 or similar?

He's got writing like a doctor!

[Revhead]

That VIN is the number it gets after being complied in Australia. Look at the plate in the back corner of then engine bay - next to the brake booster, I think it's there.

[zymotic]

Didn't realise they got a new one. Will check the numbers in engine if it passes the inspection/compression test.

Maybe thats why i got no hits on REVS cos of new number?

[Merli]

REVS uses the Australian Chassis Number, not the Japanese one.

You're using the right numbers for a REVS check.

[zymotic]

Mmmmm I am really starting to worry about this white smoke.

It occurred when the car was idling after being cold. Had it idling

for about 10mins.

The guy tried to convince me that all his cars did that after they

had been washed?

After reving a few times it did go away though?

The smoke was kind of blowing out and wafting vertically from

the tip it seemed very diffuse and light. Not blowing straight

out like I' ve seen other smoky zorsts do.

[zymotic]

Mmmmm I am really starting to worry about this white smoke.

It occurred when the car was idling after being cold. Had it idling

for about 10mins.

The guy tried to convince me that all his cars did that after they

had been washed?

After reving a few times it did go away though?

The smoke was kind of blowing out and wafting vertically from

the tip it seemed very diffuse and light. Not blowing straight

out like I' ve seen other smoky zorsts do.

Im not sure whether to forget about it and save myself the $150.

I mean even with a pre inspectin check and compression test

the problem may not be identified, right.

This car is around $30k registered btw. Yes cheap for a 33R.

[zymotic]

Mmmmm I am really starting to worry about this white smoke.

It occurred when the car was idling after being cold. Had it idling

for about 10mins.

The guy tried to convince me that all his cars did that after they

had been washed?

After reving a few times it did go away though?

The smoke was kind of blowing out and wafting vertically from

the tip it seemed very diffuse and light. Not blowing straight

out like I' ve seen other smoky zorsts do.

Im not sure whether to forget about it and save myself the $150.

I mean even with a pre inspectin check and compression test

the problem may not be identified, right.

[N/A®]

MMM.. im starting to get worried about the repeats...

Adding to the white smoke, may i ask... for such a stock car with stock wheels etc.. why does it have a fibreglass bonnet and what seems to be a fibreglass copy of the original front bar that is missing the orignal indicators and surround. Also a grill that looks like a copy with no GTR badge? Another thing to think about...

I wouldnt normally give my thoughts but think you should really consider some things i mentioned. :headspin: