[Z06] Z06 Life Span ??
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Racer
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From: Shediac New-Brunswick
Z06 Life Span ??
hi, I am looking in buying a used 2002 Z06 and I was wondering how much millage you can realistically put on these cars before you get problems ? The one I am looking at as 97,000 miles on it.
Thanks !
Francois G
Thanks !
Francois G
Race Director
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From: Lenoir City TN
St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10-'11
I hate to say but it is a hard question, it really depends on the owner and maintenance, there are a lot of guys on here that have cars over 200K with very little problems. I would inspect the car very well and ask to see maintenance records. Sorry I could not help more.
Team Owner
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From: Raleigh
My 01 had 69 k when I bought it and now up to 77k. I had looked at an 02 that had 120k on it and seemed to drive fine.
I had no problem buying mine because it had through maint. records from the two previous owners. If you can confirm the maint. and the car drives good and the price is right I would buy it with that mileage.
Just as an FYI...I paid 21k for mine in 8/06 if that helps you with pricing.
I had no problem buying mine because it had through maint. records from the two previous owners. If you can confirm the maint. and the car drives good and the price is right I would buy it with that mileage.
Just as an FYI...I paid 21k for mine in 8/06 if that helps you with pricing.
Safety Car
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From: Maryland
Make sure he has a new clutch in there and if not, price accordingly as it will need a clutch soon and those are very pricy on these cars.
Drifting
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From: Gulf of Mexico Florida West Coast
These cars seem to be bullet proof. Very modular and easy to replace components. I would say that the fact I have not blown up this car is a testament has to how well there are built. No question 100K plus before you might see problems. Taking care of the car is paramount. Good Luck and get the deal.
Team Owner
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From: Picking on the weakest kid in the yard.
Not necissarily. Mine now has 120k on the original clutch and it shows no signs of being worn out at all. The car is solid. Switch off the odometer, forget about it and drive the wheels off. Change the oil and garage it to protect the paint and interior and it will last as well as anything else.
Burning Brakes
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My '01 has 115,000 miles. No major issues, just typical 'nickel and dime' maintenance stuff (plug wires, belt tensioner, tie rod end, etc.).
My clutch was fine at 110,000--until I added a cam and other mods for over 430 RWHP.
My clutch was fine at 110,000--until I added a cam and other mods for over 430 RWHP.
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