Yea I realize, a NT isn't as fast. But at less than $500 it's still a good base. I was looking not too long ago, this guy is selling the engine and tranny to the supra he totaled. The supra got about 320 horsepower. Twin Turbo. I already like where this is going. This is why I said before that I don't mind what model it is, Whether it's a gs, gs-t or even an rs. it's still the base, no matter what I put in or take out, the body is still the same. If I were equipped for cette work, I would definitely overhaul the engine compartment and outfit it for the supra block, since I know it's not a match for mounting. But not even going that far, I know I won't be putting that extent of work into it, I'm not worried about having the fastest import around. I've always wanted an eclipse, and I've always wanted one that was one of a kind. I can do that. ANd if I get bored with it, there's a completely different project that if anyone remember's my old posts, would definitely find interesting.

 

I finally got to upload the pics of the eclipse. You can see from here what's a big issue, what isn't. I had mistaken before, I thought it was the fuel lines that were gone, it was the plugs and wires. Bad memory, so sue me. Tell me what people think.

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That car looks a lot like mine! Except mine has the 16" wheels-it's a GS non-turbo, and I bought it in April '07 with 80k miles for $2500. It does need some minor engine work (oil pan leak, I want to replace the headgasket, timing belt, water pump, tensioner, valve cover gasket, valve stem seals, etc.).

I'd say if you can get it for $400, and put some "sweat equity" into it, you'd have a decent car!

 

So, jdr, how much overall did you put into your car? Base price, repairs and any aftermarket done. Just curious.

 

$2500 was my purchase price, and I haven't spent anything else other than routine oil changes and a set of spark plugs. It already had the wheels on it and was actually in great shape. It could use a new headliner, but that's low on the list.I've put 10,000 miles on her since April and drive around 70 miles round trip a day to work and back approximately 4 days a week (I work a 12 hr. shift, so oneweek we work 5 days and the next week we work 2 days). This car gets between 28-30 mpg on every tank of gas (much better than my 12 mpg Dodge Ram LOL).

I don't really plan on doing any mods other than maybe upgrading my speakers-I'm using a Pioneer deck that I had in another vehicle. I did add my Sirius receiver as well from my Ram.

So, $2500 is what I've got in it to this point. I'm guessing after I do the head gasket, timing belt, water pump, tensioner, valve seals, valve gasket, and all the other related seals, I'll have maybe another $200-$300 maxbecause I plan on doing this job myself.

I love this little car-and although it's slow-it's fun to drive and I have been happy thus far! Someday I'd like to buy a 2nd Gen. GSX!

 

Well, I finally went to get more information on the eclipse.. GS non-turbo.. they're tryin to give me more **** again. When I first started looking at the car, I was told they owed $4500 on it after purchasing the car for about $7000. The car only has a blue book value of at most $3350. They told me to come back in January and see how far along they are in paying it off. I went there today and they said it could be another YEAR, maybe more, until it's payed off. He said the only way I could buy it right now is for the nearly $4000 they owe on it still. What do you think, are they jerking my chain here? And if anyone else knows of a 2nd generation eclipse even in worse condition than this, for $500 or less please let me know.

 

I would never pay that much for that car. Go to dsmtrader.com, there is always someone on there trying to sell a gs or rs for dirt cheap.

 

Thanks for the site, but everyone there seems to have already done cars for at least $8000.Even the 1st generations are goin for a considerable price.

 

Just keep looking, i have seen rs and gs 2nd gen eclipses on there for as low as 2,000 in good condition.

 

It honestly sounds to me like the dealer IS yanking your chain-I wouldn't go back there because they KNOW that you want it badly, and they feel that when someone gets emotionally attached to a vehicle, they can pretty much name the price.

Keep looking, I'm sure that you'll find a better deal down the road! IMO, the dealer will NEVER get anywhere near that price for the shape that car is in.