To re-build...or not to re-build...hmmmm

[harrison987]

Hi,

Someone wants to sell me a 1994 GT in good condition for $700...only thing is that the Engine is blown. He was racing it quite a bit around 160mph.

Is is a good idea to get a low-mileage re-built engine ($1000), and put it in...or is it better to hold off and spend $3000-4000 to get one that hasn't been raced with?

it is fully loaded, manual and has the following:

Dynamat Exhaust Package
HKS Air Intake
Python Security System
Boston Aqustics
Sunrooof
EBX Racing Pedals...

Thanks!

Mike

[KevinD]

First off, the car won't do 160mph.
If the seller has been telling you this, don't walk away, RUN!
I wouldn't trust him.
KevinD

[PROBEN AINT EZ]

I don't buy the 160mph either, he would not have run that top speed on a stock KLDE motor.
As far as options, rebuild with labor will not be cheap, a stock used KLDE is becoming difficult to find. Best bet to replace a blown motor is the J-spec KLZE motor.
And offer him $500. With another $1500-2000 you can have a decent ride, considering he did not dog the snot out of the car.