OK, I'm talking to a guy over the phone about a possible convertible i might be buying.....

What questions do i need to ask, and so far here are the questions i did ask....


HELP ME OUT, what should i ask this guy....


Oh yeah, I'm selling my car.... , I'm putting it on ebay as it sits right now (rims, 4th gen console, etc)

Condition of Top
Mileage – 98,000
Condition of engine
Condition of interior
Dashpad
Console, etc
Color
Seats – driver’s seats
Carpet
History of Car
VIN Number
Condition of paint, strahes, gfx, etc….
Tread of tires
What modifications have been done
What has been replaced that has broken

Thanks guys, any input would be GREATLY appreciated since i don't know much about the 92 convertibles....

 

What year, make & model?

 

1992 Z28 Convertible

 

if it has had any body work, leaking top, check under carriage, door sagging, make sure all power options work, windows, locks, mirrors, cruise, all guages, make sure seats slide and recline, make sure converible top works properly and folds back all the way and properly, check A/C (recharged or not), and heater for proper operation...you might want to pull a carfax report.

If you drive the car (if its an auto) drive it in all gears, and drive a few tight circles for rubbing and/or abnormal sounds. also check for loose exhaust as rattles are annoying.

thats all i can think of as of right now.

 

The owner has had it for the past 7 years and only driven it 30,000 miles......

It has a new radiator, starter, rotors, brakes, plastic window.....

He said the top is in good condition and works fine....

I saw it a picture and all checks out.....

I'll ask about the power options though, thanks

Also the transmission only has to last me until June, then goes in a T56, so i'm not really worried....

Any more people?

 

Also what types of things SHOULD be replaecd on a convertible 305 TPI that has 98,000 miles on it?

Or what will probally need to be replaced in the near future?

 

well... when i bought my 89' it had 98k on it... and buy the time i got rid of it at 105k... just about everything under the sun had gone wrong w/ it..... electronic wise anyways. that car sounds like it was taken better care of tho...

 

I would look for any sign of rust. If the top leaks or any seals are bad or have been bad for awhile I would worry. I bought my car from someone in Ocoee, FL. I talked to them alot about the car and they were upfront about what they knew to wrong about the car. I drove about 6 hours to buy the car. The top was in worse shape that I was told so we re- negotiated the price. The car has been good -very few mechanical problems, but now it has rust.

 

That is my dream camaro. I want a 92 Z vert soo bad. Are you able to see the car in person or are you only able to phone him.

 

why you selling your car? and what you asking for?

 

You can ask the guy a million questions in the world and he is most likely gonna give you the answer you want to hear. you need to give the car a close inspection. any thirdgen that is approaching 100K is very subseptible(sp?) to numerous repairs weather or not it was well maintained. Things dont last forever. Here are a few things to look for on this car:look for a clean title, you can even take the VIN to resistry to have it checked out. look for accident damage, open the hood and look for non factory spot welds on the radaitor support. also look for non factroy spot welds on rear quater panels. look underneth for rust, if there is undercoating then it may be hiding rust. look for nuts and bolts that look like they may have been removed, look for chipped paint on them. this will help determine if the car has been repaired or moddified. look for overspray on plastic and weatherstripping. look under the dash for anything out of the ordinary(sp?). just basically do a real good look over of the car in general. if your satisfied, take it for a ride and see how she performs. dont just take the car for a joy ride around the block. find a parking lot and do a few tight turns and listens for banging or rubbing. Feel how the tranny shifts. I know you say it doesnt matter since you are replacing it but its the point that your still paying for it. check every single electric switch for proper operation. check the A/C. watch the temp as you drive. ensure that both fans come on. check the oil and tranny fluid. check for any rearend leaks. I could keep going but Im sure you get the point. One thing to remember now is that the car does have almost 100K on it so it wont be new and you will find problems. you just have to be smart and determine if its worth the asking price. When I shop for a car, I make a list of things to check and check them off as I look the car over and make a brief note of problems. The owner or dealer may give you the eye for doing this but its your money and your investment. make it a good one. Hope this helps and sory for the long post.

 

I don't know yet, still gotta figure out a price since i'm selling it with the rims, stereo, 4th Gen interior, black interior, and what not......

The car is in North Carolina and I'm in SOUTH florida, So it's a long drive, so i have to rely on what this guys says over the phone....

I'm gonna call him back on Wednesday, any more questions you guys can think of?

 

Oh yeah here is the picture...........:hail: :hail:

Man i love this thing already, what can you guys tell me about the car from the picture?......

ANYTHING look wrong?

 

Oh yeah here is the picture........... :hail: :hail:

Man i love this thing already, what can you guys tell me about the car from the picture?......

ANYTHING look wrong?

 

can't tell from the pic, car looks good though.
maybe there is someone here from NC that would look at it...
where in NC is it at?

 

but.. but.. im so gonna miss your car !!!

 

Where in NC is it, I live in Rock Hill SC but work in Charlotte NC. I can try and swing by if it is close enough!

 

Most everything can be transferred over from existing Camaros. The things I'd be most concerned about are the convertable specific parts.

The top structure, the trunk-lid, the rear side interior pieces, the plastic around the top latches, and the latches themselves. The trunk-lid can hit the tonneau if mis-aligned, so check the two edges where they meet (assuming you ever drive/fly up there to check it out). See if the rear window is all cloudy or not, as well. That shouldn't stop you from buying it of course, but it's a hidden expense later on down the road that you should be aware of when making your decision.

Good luck, and hopefully it works out for you. I disliked convertables until I owned one. Now I couldn't imagine selling it.

 

What made you decide to sell?

 

It's in Clarkton, NC..........

Let me know if you are serious

 

I figured if i was gonna keep a 25th Anniversary Camaro for a long time, I might as well get one that will be worth more in the future......

 

Verts can be a PITA.

The trunk lid is the biggest pain. Examine it closely.
It seems to be the first thing that rusts on 3rdGen verts.

Check the alignment of the windows with the top - any gaps means that water can come in and the window will need to be adjusted or new weatherstripping installed.

 

Why not keep both? Some people can't live with some of the slight drawbacks of having a[n older] convertable on a daily basis. That's where having a hardtop is handy. Are you still paying for your current one?

 

Well I did a Mapquest to find out how far it is to Clarkton and its over 4 hours for me from Rock Hill, SC and 3 hours 50 mins from Charlotte... Elizabethtown, Wilmington and Whiteville are pretty close, Maybe we have some members out that way! Sorry man!

 

I know most people on this board are serious about their cars and about the cars they would buy but would you actually trust someone else's opinion on a car that you are going to buy? My opinion on a car could be different than yours. Personally I don't like the 3rd Gen converts. So if I would look at the car for you I don't know if I would be able to look at it and decide if it would be a good car to buy. You would almost have to find a person that likes the same things about cars that you do. Would you trust that they wouldn't buy it before you did? I am not trying to bash anyone but I am just stating some facts. Some people are sneaky. I think I would have someone else look at the car too if there was that big of a distance between me and it. The car looks good. The pic is kind of blurry. Is it just me or does it look like the hood on the driver side is not even with the top of the front fender? It could just be the sun but I can't tell. It is totally up to you if you are going to buy it. Good Luck with what ever you decide.

 

I just want pictures of the car......

I'm gonna call the owner again today to talk to him, and see why he can't do this himself........

 

What drawbacks are there for a convertable?

I paid off my car the day i bought it.....I'm only 18, so two cars is kinda a overkill

 

I am 20 and I had two cars and trust me having more than one is nice when you blow the motor in one and need to get to work the next day. Unless you have the parts to repair anything and everything that can go wrong I would hold on to both of them. Just in case. You might pay a little more to have both of them on insurance but trust me I know from many past experiences that having two cars is a blessing. That is your choice to sell one but I would think about it before you do it. Just my .02

 

If the price is right,buy it.While youre daydreaming it will be sold!I have a 91vert,its the best thing ive bought(next to my '85).Repairs can be made while u drive with the top down,wind blowin through your hair,sunshine painting a warm glow,as if youre in some type of spotlight......oh yea,reality.Drop top camaros are just flat out cool!

Gary

 

verts are pretty nice but i could never own one, just the thought of some punk taking a knife to it for my radio makes me feel sick...
FLYNLOW92rs, you've got PM

 

I bought my '89 RS convert about two years ago. I'm a bass player in a local band, so I love my music. Instead of worrying about someone stealing my stereo, I decided to get a cheap one off of U-bid for $100 and leave the top down. Passive infarred motion sensors on the 2-way FM remote security system (crimestopper $450) take care of the car when I'm at the bar. Unless you have boat-loads of cash in the car I woulnd't worry too much about someone messing with it. I parked my car on the streets of Atlantic City for 6 months and never had a problem. The only damage done to my car was when I accidentally remote started the car (illegal remote start on a 5-spd) and wrecked the front door of my condo. That was a $3k mistake. Now I'm thinking about swapping the stick for a auto. ....back to your dream car... Go for it. Don't worry about what could be wrong. If you love the car that much, you'll be giving it the TLC it needs anyway.

 

P.S. I f you need an slammin' sound system that bad, put it in a **** burner!

 

I had no idea r i c e was a bad word