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Old Mar 8, 2012 | 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by 70monte1
I wouldn't hesitate to buy one with that mileage. My ex-wife and I used to own a 98 Grand Prix GT with the 3800. When she sold it a few years ago it had over 200,000 miles and still ran good. The tranny was starting to act up though but it was all original.

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really. thats alot. my old LS's tranny was dying and it only had 100k on it. the pump was failing
 
Old Mar 8, 2012 | 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by mwjames
My oldsmobile had the 3800, sold it with 210k on the odometer still runs strong to this day. My monte also has 3800. My ex's dad has a bonneville with 320k and its still running good, proper maintenance and these engines are fantastic! The transmissions are only average. Just make sure you ask about all maintainence and parts replaced. I think the 04's still had the nylon gaskets so if those have already been replaced then that's a huge + !
i know what you mean about the transmissions. my old monte's transmission started going at 100k. if the engine didnt blow out the trans would have XD 320K? holy crap, thats alot i didnt ask about the gaskes, i will next time i see him
 
Old Mar 8, 2012 | 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by ChibiBlackSheep
Buying a car with that kind of mileage isn't bad. If you CAN'T do any of the basic maintenance that it WILL need yourself, then it is bad.

Generally with a car of that age, the suspensions, wheel hubs, brakes, wires, plugs, transmission, all fluids, etc. are probably going to need to be checked out.

If this is something you can't do yourself on a weekend, then your cheap $5k car is going to easily be a $8-9k car.

So if you can do the work yourself, and the car looks in good shape, go for it!

If you find yourself going to a mechanic just for an oil change... I would probably not look at an older car.
i went up to see it a few days ago, it was in surprisingly really good condition. the engine looked way better than my LS. the oil and transmission fluid was bright and not contaminated, the tires are brand new. struts look great and jounce perfect. its got new control arms/ new cradle, and the body's in great shape. and the brakes are fine just the rears will need to be replaced soon.

as for maintenance, i'm and automotive student and can do all the basics on my own
 
Old Mar 8, 2012 | 09:20 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackRainSS
So did you end up getting the car? Spent the whole day yesterday driving to the Dells for spring break so i lost track of everything going on lol.
nah man. i'm still deciding. the car was in great condition for the miles ( see my quote before this) i couldn't test drive it because it was uninsured, i gotta go back up and take it for a ride next week. I'm stuck though, I don't know if I should go for this one, or a 2001 Limited Edition Pace Car, non supercharged with only 43,000 miles for $6000. its got a sound system and subs as well. theyre both really nice.

Idk, supercharged has more HP, and that's really what I want. I hear about how the difference between the L36 and L67 supercharged is extremely noticeable, but i cant decide
 
Old Mar 8, 2012 | 10:03 PM
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To me as i said in your other thread the notice is noticable lol anyway I'd go with the l67 aka supercharged over the N/A anyday
 
Old Mar 9, 2012 | 02:41 AM
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Damn how are you finding these deals!! I say go for it man! I wish I was in the position you are!
 
Old Mar 9, 2012 | 10:53 AM
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They both sound nice but I'd get the 04. Pace cars are nice but the supercharged Monte's are fun to drive so I'd go that route.
 
Old Mar 9, 2012 | 01:17 PM
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Originally Posted by lougreen03
They both sound nice but I'd get the 04. Pace cars are nice but the supercharged Monte's are fun to drive so I'd go that route.
totally agree
 
Old Mar 12, 2012 | 11:07 PM
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My 2001 Monte Carlo ss has 248k on it and runs like brand new those are mostly from drives florida and back... But if u maintain it rite its perfect
 
Old Mar 13, 2012 | 01:49 AM
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I would, just bought a 01 with a 138, lowest mile car I have ever owned to date
 



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