chance for a V8Q

Carol, Dave, and Zach Weiss cdzweiss at earthlink.net
Mon Aug 18 09:56:49 EDT 2003


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Mike Arman wrote:
>>Any special gotchas on these cars? What to look for, what to avoid,
any deal-killers? <<

Other than the 44 stuff and the UFOs, look for smoky exhaust.  At least
a few V8s went through valve seals and guides, and consumed large
quantities of oil.  (Ask me how I know...)  Top end rebuild is well over
two large unless you R&R the heads yourself-- and of course you'd do
seals, TB, water pump, and thermostat at the same time.  I can't comment
on the auto trans. ;^)

Good luck, these are wonderful cars.  I was whining about the heads and
steering rack to a buddy who has an older 911, and he said, "Yes, I
know, there are some cars that just bring a smile to your face."

Dave Weiss
V8 5-speed (slightly modified)
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