Michael (and everyone!) -
I forgot that you lurk around on this board.
When I get my NSX, I will surely come on out to Carson's. I missed the last get-together as I work quite a bit.
As for my Corvette...well, it is sold about a month ago; I just never drove it (about 150 miles or so every 6 months...maybe). I don't think I could ever sell the 300ZXTT, though! It is a superb car. In fact, I just think I might take it to Stage VIII next year. Haven't decided on the turbos, but possibly the Sport 600s or the Power Enterprise PE1420 turbos - plus Twin Pop, Greg Dupree downpipes and extrude honed manifold. But, we'll see.
All - And a big THANKS and KUDOS goes to Susan (NSXSERVICEGIRL) @ Goodson Acura. She exceeded my expectations in helping me out. I called and informed her about the need for a preinspection, and not only did she give me some "basic information" in their computer system, but actually called all the dealerships she could and found out some more information for me on the car in question! We talked for a bit and found her quite nice. I give a big thumbs up to her, and will definitely remember her when it comes time for service. Being reponsible for a large customer service organization myself, I understand and appreciate the value of good, true customer service. You deserve the kudos.
As for the car I was all ready to purchase...well, let's just say the seller (a) misrepresented the condition and (b) misrepresented the price as well. He had stated that it was "like new" and the tires were "90%" to the good. Here are just some of the items I found wrong with it
***The (A) Part***
- Had a front-end collision at one time. The fascia was messed up; it had an indentation that was touched up on it; brackets were missing; the original screws were taken apart and put back on when reassembling the whole facia; the chin spoiler was totally FUBAR'd and not attached in many places; parts of undercarriage were misaligned and/or missing.
- Rear tires were 10% at best
- There were modestly deep scratches on the underside door sill
- Seats sucked. Bolster wear and it looked as though they were never treated (not supple at all);
- Rear antenna was going out
- Rear hatch area was baked and crusty from being out in the sun (although the paint finish itself was OK)
***The (B) Part***
He quoted me one price. After I drove down there, inspected the car, and was beginning some post-inspection banter, he informed me that the price would be ~$1000 more than what he agreed with me on the phone. I was not pleased. Classic bait and switch.
FORWARNING:
Here is the ad in question - stay clear of this car!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=5337&item=1872614 748&rd=1
So, the hunt continues. Nothing replaces seeing the car first before you buy it, no matter what the seller/salesman says. Got a few that look iteresting, but I'm a little discouraged right now.
Chris
aka Eggman
[This message has been edited by Eggman (edited 22 November 2002).]
