Buying A Stagea - What Should I Look Out For?

[GoldZilla]

Hey all,

I'm finally in the process of looking at cars for purchase, and I'd like a quick guide on what sort of things I should be looking out for when I look at a Stagea in the flesh.

I've seen a few around in yards here in Sydney, and am still considering the import process as well, but would like to get opinions and ideas on any Stagea-specific issues. I've got a fair few mags to refer to in regards to the main things that affect Skylines in general, and can refer to those as well.

Maybe later on we can have this thread added as a "Sticky" at the top of this page and also added to the Tutorials.

Thanks in advance,

Nick T.

[thedriver]

I'd like a quick guide on what sort of things I should be looking out for...

Nick T.

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I'd like the same!

Just about to buy my first and probably second Stagea at the same time.

Wouldn't mind a few pointers.

[Jebuds]

hi,

one thing i was told to look out for in all nissans was rust around the front strut bar location...meaning that more rust was a sign of heavy stress\movement. i.e.-thrashing.

hope that helps a little....

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[AlexCim]

Or snow driving, mine has rust there, but only a little bit

[ACAVant]

Check the door seals

[SAM112]

no rust on mine

[Terminal]

Check rust in the sunroof runners, a common place for it to start. also in the door/boot hinges, they're another favourite.

i think the ssame applies for every other car, look out for km's, paint defects or damage etc.

Oh, but make sure it has the front diff/axels if you're getting an RS4. someone in NZ bought what they thought was an RS4, but turned out to be an RS (2wd)

[sy300]

Rust under the wing mirrors.

[thedriver]

Any particular clunks or noises I should whatch out for?

[-FUZZY-]

Rust under the wing mirrors.

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Def check there, thats where mine had some and according to Compliancer its a common area.

As is in the boot where the spare wheel sits.

Not that its there anymore ..... its now rust free!!

[Terminal]

Any particular clunks or noises I should whatch out for?

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Caster rod bushes are a common failure in suspension, they're the big ones underneath the front. they use R34 ones, and aren't the cheapest bushes to replace.

make sure it comes with a front strut bar and the rear boot cover and netting, these items are a pain in the butt to source and should have been a standard fitting

[GoldZilla]

Caster rod bushes are a common failure in suspension, they're the big ones underneath the front. they use R34 ones, and aren't the cheapest bushes to replace.

make sure it comes with a front strut bar and the rear boot cover and netting, these items are a pain in the butt to source and should have been a standard fitting

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I might get some Caster rod bushes soonish, SK is right in that the steering is a bit light just off centre (well, a bit light for my liking, anyway).

Mine has a strut brace, the cover and a net, luckily.

I might make a new thread for this kind of stuff and get a mod to make it a Sticky at the top of this section, what do you all think?

I'll get them to keep this one open so people can come here and add new info, then I can transfer the new stuff into the Stickied one...

[Brazen]

I know exactly what you should look for when buying a Stagea...

MINE!!!

It has to go so make me a reasonable offer and its yours - seriously - thousands less than u could import one for even. Call me 0417 097 178 or email [email protected]

Edited October 20, 2005 by Brazen

[thedriver]

I might make a new thread for this kind of stuff and get a mod to make it a Sticky at the top of this section, what do you all think?

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S T I C K Y

I'm heading up the big city to have a look at one this weekend. I'm going to print this page out and take it with me.

Thanks all.

[Terminal]

I know exactly what you should look for when buying a Stagea...

MINE!!!

It has to go so make me a reasonable offer and its yours - seriously - thousands less than u could import one for even.  Call me 0417 097 178 or email [email protected]

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That's such an awesome wagon mate. my gf wants me to sell mine and buy yours just because it's yellow, haha.

[Brazen]

Cheers mate... its proving a bastard to sell though - Stagea market just non existent in WA Id seriously consider just about any reasonable offer at the moment...

driver - whats your budget? make me an offer! I cant work out why people looking for a Stagea arent even enquiring about a low kms Series 2 with mags for under $24,000

Edited October 21, 2005 by Brazen

[AMS]

Brazen, I love your Stagea. Very nice But yeah....you know you guys want to buy mine

Edited October 22, 2005 by Stagea RS-Four