C4 Reliability ?
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Originally Posted by MK 82
If that picture in your profile is of you...blah...blah...
Your adolescent, immature nonsense is a waste of bandwidth out here.
Regards,
-Ward
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Originally Posted by 78pacer
Ward,
Pull the trigger...don't look back...If you can find a one owner C4 with documented service records...Now is the best time to shop and deal...Don't come back empty handed!
Mike
Pull the trigger...don't look back...If you can find a one owner C4 with documented service records...Now is the best time to shop and deal...Don't come back empty handed!
Mike
Regards,
-Ward
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As I said...you can email me at wardcleaver@hotmail.com if you'd like to whine, complain, or brag.
Your adolescent, immature nonsense is a waste of bandwidth out here.
Regards,
-Ward
Your adolescent, immature nonsense is a waste of bandwidth out here.
Regards,
-Ward
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I think that C4s are as reliable as any comparable GM car. My '93 has been pretty good, I've driven it daily for the last several years. My FIL has a Lumina of the same vintage, my MIL has a 1994 Grand Prix, and my C4 has been no worse than their cars. The only problems I've had were an ignition module that needed replacing, and a hose that burst before I replaced all the hoses. When the hose burst, it killed the optispark, which I had to replace. The opti is an expensive fix, but as long as you keep your cooling system maintained proactively to avoid leaks, you should be fine. After owning two LT1 cars I personally feel that the optis should be good for at least 100K miles, provided they stay dry.
Also, most things on a Corvette are easy to reach and repair. You can change an alternator in about 10 minutes. Try that on garden-variety GM front-wheel drives. I do all the maintenance myself, including changing out the opti. About the only Corvette-specific expense that I've encountered is tires, if you haven't bought tires for a performance car before, you can be in for a bit of sticker shock.
BTW, It's nice to see another piedmont-dweller! (I've lived in Davidson Co. most of my life).
Also, most things on a Corvette are easy to reach and repair. You can change an alternator in about 10 minutes. Try that on garden-variety GM front-wheel drives. I do all the maintenance myself, including changing out the opti. About the only Corvette-specific expense that I've encountered is tires, if you haven't bought tires for a performance car before, you can be in for a bit of sticker shock.
BTW, It's nice to see another piedmont-dweller! (I've lived in Davidson Co. most of my life).
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Originally Posted by psychodiagnostik
I think that C4s are as reliable as any comparable GM car.
Originally Posted by psychodiagnostik
My '93 has been pretty good, I've driven it daily for the last several years...The only problems I've had were an ignition module that needed replacing, and a hose that burst before I replaced all the hoses
We've had 3 new Buicks...all problem free.
I have also had a Ford Expedition for the past 8 years.
In 8 years all I've done to it is put one set of brakes on it.
It has been completely problem free and has run flawlessly every time I turn the key.
A fellow can get used to that level of reliability after a few years.
Originally Posted by psychodiagnostik
Also, most things on a Corvette are easy to reach and repair...I do all the maintenance myself.
I have a large, roll away tool chest and know how to turn a wrench, so I think I'll be okay in that department.
Kudos to a fellow Piedmont North Carolinian.
Regards,
-Ward
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Thanx.
$6100 bought my '88 in the middle of winter, which is what you should try to do to get the best price.
I remember you looking last year (+/-). There are many nice examples of exactly what you want out there. If you settle for something less than what you really want, you'll think about it every time your butt hits the seat.
I wanted an A4 C4 because I have a Muncie in my '71.
IMHO, the best C4 for the price is an '89 6 speed coupe (digi-dash), followed by '90/91, and then any LT-1 coupe with mileages in the 50-75k range.
That being said, there are great deals on many L98 C4s coming up this winter for even less money.
You'll have to be vigilant, and be the first one there with cash money.
Good Luck finding what you want.
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It depends.
I had an auto 88 bought it with over 110K on it, changed all fluids when I got it.
Only maintenance in ovet 30K miles was tune up and cleaning all the crap out of the radiator. Ex sold it and the kid that bought it trashed it.
I now have a 92 with just over 100K on it, I know i've spent too much on maintenance items and too much time getting it right. I'm looking forward to getting it to the reliability of my 88.
I had an auto 88 bought it with over 110K on it, changed all fluids when I got it.
Only maintenance in ovet 30K miles was tune up and cleaning all the crap out of the radiator. Ex sold it and the kid that bought it trashed it.
I now have a 92 with just over 100K on it, I know i've spent too much on maintenance items and too much time getting it right. I'm looking forward to getting it to the reliability of my 88.
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Hmm, from what I can see, most of you guys say that C4 in general IS a reliable car (for a car of this age, of coarse, and depending on previous maintenance).
No longer than a few days ago, there was very similar topic (here) - and the opinions were just the opposite.
I think it can be a bit confusing for a newbie who wants to gain some knowledge and make his or her decision...
(actually I'm such newbie too 
).
No longer than a few days ago, there was very similar topic (here) - and the opinions were just the opposite.
I think it can be a bit confusing for a newbie who wants to gain some knowledge and make his or her decision...
(actually I'm such newbie too ).Na zdrowia!
(Żałujący, troje mowye po Polsku...)_
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Do you have some roots in Poland?
As to the Vettes - just found one '89 for sale in Warsaw where I live. I think I'll try to take a closer look at it on the weekend (seen C4 several times, but never drove one).
The main issue for me is, that while I'd love to have a lot of fun with a car, I still want it to be a daily driver.
Well, we'll see.
