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In about an hour, we'll be test driving a 2001 red/mod red Z06. Was wondering what other questions to ask besides the oil consumption questions. The car IS on a lot, so won't get much info, but was wondering if you guys could suggest items to check, and other questions to ask. It has 14K on the clock, carfax checks out, very clean. Thanks!- John
I would check out the brakes and make sure the pedal does not "stick", esp after a hard acceleration. They put faulty brake boosters in the early 2001s. I had to have mine replaced, and haven't had any problems since. Other than the clutch, and paint quality, I can't think of anything else major to look out for. What dealership is the Z on? Good luck to you, I hope it works out.
If you become interested in that car, suggest having the dealer pull its maintenance history. If he won't/"can't," walk away. Use the maint history to contact the former owner and have a frank conversation about the car. It's very risky to buy a used Z06 without knowing its real history.