getting a new car
getting a new car
11-15-2012, 01:09 PM
#1
My dad came across a 1997 Jetta TDI 5 speed for 1500. A friend of his is selling it so he is willing to go for that low and will hold onto it until I have the money (only need another 500 bucks)
The only issue is it has mixed up vacuum lines.
Engine was rebuilt + new turbo
its green on tan so not the best color combo but hey, who cares!
Purplecomputer
11-15-2012, 01:09 PM #1So I dont have to sell the mercedes anymore!
My dad came across a 1997 Jetta TDI 5 speed for 1500. A friend of his is selling it so he is willing to go for that low and will hold onto it until I have the money (only need another 500 bucks)
The only issue is it has mixed up vacuum lines.
Engine was rebuilt + new turbo
its green on tan so not the best color combo but hey, who cares!
11-15-2012, 01:46 PM
#2
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You should buy any number of Fords that used a 2.3/2.5 inline 4
Or any number of Jeeps with the 4.0L inline 6
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
11-15-2012, 01:46 PM #2
You should buy any number of Fords that used a 2.3/2.5 inline 4
Or any number of Jeeps with the 4.0L inline 6
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
11-15-2012, 02:03 PM
#3
Keep the Benz !
I was going to list my recent purchase ... but I was concerned over the buying public's frenzy and the pandamonium it would cause. I was going to list it at $7,500 and drop the price to $4,000.00 which evidences a great deal. LOL.
Ninth Year Anniversary with STD on 1-9-2020
visit: www.dieselfuelinjector.guru
Project 2018: Really get the car finished -- Turbo OM617 greater than 175 MPH goal.
RED W123 - left Germany as 240D in 1982. Full AMG body kit less rear apron, 2:65LSD, five speed Getrag 717.400, manual steering, read leather interior, manual brake conversion, electric water pump (EWP), and a bunch of other goodies ...
CONGRADULATIONS !
Keep the Benz !
I was going to list my recent purchase ... but I was concerned over the buying public's frenzy and the pandamonium it would cause. I was going to list it at $7,500 and drop the price to $4,000.00 which evidences a great deal. LOL.
Ninth Year Anniversary with STD on 1-9-2020
visit: www.dieselfuelinjector.guru
Project 2018: Really get the car finished -- Turbo OM617 greater than 175 MPH goal.
RED W123 - left Germany as 240D in 1982. Full AMG body kit less rear apron, 2:65LSD, five speed Getrag 717.400, manual steering, read leather interior, manual brake conversion, electric water pump (EWP), and a bunch of other goodies ...
11-15-2012, 03:18 PM
#4
For the TDI, I understand the motor is decently reliable, and than the chassis will have the usual VW electrical gremlins. From what I've heard, a $400 tune that fixes the EGR and bumps up the fuel output is worth every cent. That and $1500 is hella cheap-the local guys want $1200 for the motor alone.
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
11-15-2012, 03:18 PM #4Seriously though, what are you looking for in a car? Speed, comfort, reliability, etc? Is a car ruled out for being boring, even if it's reliable?
For the TDI, I understand the motor is decently reliable, and than the chassis will have the usual VW electrical gremlins. From what I've heard, a $400 tune that fixes the EGR and bumps up the fuel output is worth every cent. That and $1500 is hella cheap-the local guys want $1200 for the motor alone.
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
11-15-2012, 03:25 PM
#5
(11-15-2012, 03:18 PM)Simpler=Better $1500 is hella cheap
I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!
sassparilla_kid
11-15-2012, 03:25 PM #5(11-15-2012, 03:18 PM)Simpler=Better $1500 is hella cheap
I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!
11-15-2012, 04:01 PM
#6
Ninth Year Anniversary with STD on 1-9-2020
visit: www.dieselfuelinjector.guru
Project 2018: Really get the car finished -- Turbo OM617 greater than 175 MPH goal.
RED W123 - left Germany as 240D in 1982. Full AMG body kit less rear apron, 2:65LSD, five speed Getrag 717.400, manual steering, read leather interior, manual brake conversion, electric water pump (EWP), and a bunch of other goodies ...
Can you burn grease ? If so, GREAT !
Ninth Year Anniversary with STD on 1-9-2020
visit: www.dieselfuelinjector.guru
Project 2018: Really get the car finished -- Turbo OM617 greater than 175 MPH goal.
RED W123 - left Germany as 240D in 1982. Full AMG body kit less rear apron, 2:65LSD, five speed Getrag 717.400, manual steering, read leather interior, manual brake conversion, electric water pump (EWP), and a bunch of other goodies ...
11-15-2012, 04:14 PM
#7
(11-15-2012, 03:25 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 03:18 PM)Simpler=Better $1500 is hella cheap
I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
Sorry, it's HECKA CHEEP
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
11-15-2012, 04:14 PM #7(11-15-2012, 03:25 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 03:18 PM)Simpler=Better $1500 is hella cheap
I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
Sorry, it's HECKA CHEEP
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
11-15-2012, 04:32 PM
#8
-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!
sassparilla_kid
11-15-2012, 04:32 PM #8Common rail/electronic injection diesels don't do too well with burning grease from my experience. We tried it withmy friend's '05 F-250 and it ran like crap, he could barely get it over 55 on grease, and several times the computer just shut the truck off
-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!
11-15-2012, 04:42 PM
#9
Ninth Year Anniversary with STD on 1-9-2020
visit: www.dieselfuelinjector.guru
Project 2018: Really get the car finished -- Turbo OM617 greater than 175 MPH goal.
RED W123 - left Germany as 240D in 1982. Full AMG body kit less rear apron, 2:65LSD, five speed Getrag 717.400, manual steering, read leather interior, manual brake conversion, electric water pump (EWP), and a bunch of other goodies ...
poop then for burning grease.
Ninth Year Anniversary with STD on 1-9-2020
visit: www.dieselfuelinjector.guru
Project 2018: Really get the car finished -- Turbo OM617 greater than 175 MPH goal.
RED W123 - left Germany as 240D in 1982. Full AMG body kit less rear apron, 2:65LSD, five speed Getrag 717.400, manual steering, read leather interior, manual brake conversion, electric water pump (EWP), and a bunch of other goodies ...
11-15-2012, 04:51 PM
#10
(11-15-2012, 03:25 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 03:18 PM)Simpler=Better $1500 is hella cheap
I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
if it don’t blow black...take it back.
1982 300TDT 4 Speed 196K Standard Beige “VEGEWGN”. 300GD FW. Walbro FRC-8 Fuel Pump. ZadaTech LCD Boost, EGT, & Fuel Pressure gauge. Non-EGR Exhaust and Intake Manifold. 3/2 Valves gone. Soon to have Elsbett WVO conversion
1981 300D 314K Midnight Blue “The Blue Car”, Lovecrap system, owned 25 years+
1985 300TD White 198K “Betty White” Pure beauty
The VEGEWGN
Lolololol I honestly checked his sig to see if he was from NorCal.
(11-15-2012, 03:25 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 03:18 PM)Simpler=Better $1500 is hella cheap
I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
if it don’t blow black...take it back.
1982 300TDT 4 Speed 196K Standard Beige “VEGEWGN”. 300GD FW. Walbro FRC-8 Fuel Pump. ZadaTech LCD Boost, EGT, & Fuel Pressure gauge. Non-EGR Exhaust and Intake Manifold. 3/2 Valves gone. Soon to have Elsbett WVO conversion
1981 300D 314K Midnight Blue “The Blue Car”, Lovecrap system, owned 25 years+
1985 300TD White 198K “Betty White” Pure beauty
The VEGEWGN
11-15-2012, 08:49 PM
#11
(11-15-2012, 01:46 PM)Simpler=Better You should buy any number of Fords that used a 2.3/2.5 inline 4
Or any number of Jeeps with the 4.0L inline 6
hahah, you keep pushing for that ford. I did mention this car is a TDI right?
yeah I know VW that age are notorious for electrical problems and what not, but fuck it. At least its not a corolla. The reason I am buying it is because I want a turbo diesel. I just cant go back to a gasser.
This post was last modified: 11-15-2012, 08:52 PM by Purplecomputer.
Purplecomputer
11-15-2012, 08:49 PM #11(11-15-2012, 01:46 PM)Simpler=Better You should buy any number of Fords that used a 2.3/2.5 inline 4
Or any number of Jeeps with the 4.0L inline 6
hahah, you keep pushing for that ford. I did mention this car is a TDI right?
yeah I know VW that age are notorious for electrical problems and what not, but fuck it. At least its not a corolla. The reason I am buying it is because I want a turbo diesel. I just cant go back to a gasser.
11-15-2012, 11:47 PM
#12
(11-15-2012, 04:14 PM)Simpler=Better(11-15-2012, 03:25 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 03:18 PM)Simpler=Better $1500 is hella cheap
I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
Sorry, it's HECKA CHEEP
Hahaa, I'm from right in the middle of California and we use it in every other sentence lol
-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!
sassparilla_kid
11-15-2012, 11:47 PM #12(11-15-2012, 04:14 PM)Simpler=Better(11-15-2012, 03:25 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 03:18 PM)Simpler=Better $1500 is hella cheap
I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
Sorry, it's HECKA CHEEP
Hahaa, I'm from right in the middle of California and we use it in every other sentence lol
-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!
11-16-2012, 08:23 AM
#13
(11-15-2012, 11:47 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 04:14 PM)Simpler=Better(11-15-2012, 03:25 PM)sassparilla_kid I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
Sorry, it's HECKA CHEEP
Hahaa, I'm from right in the middle of California and we use it in every other sentence lol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq-S8CIU7VA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb5aq5Hc...re=related
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F57P9C4SAW4
CALIFONIIIIIAAAAAA BAYBAY!
This post was last modified: 11-16-2012, 08:24 AM by Purplecomputer.
Purplecomputer
11-16-2012, 08:23 AM #13(11-15-2012, 11:47 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 04:14 PM)Simpler=Better(11-15-2012, 03:25 PM)sassparilla_kid I have never heard anybody outside of California use the term "hella"
Sorry, it's HECKA CHEEP
Hahaa, I'm from right in the middle of California and we use it in every other sentence lol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq-S8CIU7VA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb5aq5Hc...re=related
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F57P9C4SAW4
CALIFONIIIIIAAAAAA BAYBAY!
11-16-2012, 09:08 AM
#14
(11-15-2012, 08:49 PM)Purplecomputer(11-15-2012, 01:46 PM)Simpler=Better You should buy any number of Fords that used a 2.3/2.5 inline 4
Or any number of Jeeps with the 4.0L inline 6
hahah, you keep pushing for that ford. I did mention this car is a TDI right?
yeah I know VW that age are notorious for electrical problems and what not, but fuck it. At least its not a corolla. The reason I am buying it is because I want a turbo diesel. I just cant go back to a gasser.
I hear ya, I miss my diesel. The Ford is awesome-it ALWAYS starts, has enough power, is quiet, good mileage, runs shit over when I ask it to, etc...but it's just not a diesel.
Might as well get that TDI then-just be sure to drive the 240 on a weekly basis.
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
11-16-2012, 09:08 AM #14(11-15-2012, 08:49 PM)Purplecomputer(11-15-2012, 01:46 PM)Simpler=Better You should buy any number of Fords that used a 2.3/2.5 inline 4
Or any number of Jeeps with the 4.0L inline 6
hahah, you keep pushing for that ford. I did mention this car is a TDI right?
yeah I know VW that age are notorious for electrical problems and what not, but fuck it. At least its not a corolla. The reason I am buying it is because I want a turbo diesel. I just cant go back to a gasser.
I hear ya, I miss my diesel. The Ford is awesome-it ALWAYS starts, has enough power, is quiet, good mileage, runs shit over when I ask it to, etc...but it's just not a diesel.
Might as well get that TDI then-just be sure to drive the 240 on a weekly basis.
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
11-16-2012, 01:51 PM
#15
(11-16-2012, 08:23 AM)Purplecomputer(11-15-2012, 11:47 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 04:14 PM)Simpler=Better Sorry, it's HECKA CHEEP
Hahaa, I'm from right in the middle of California and we use it in every other sentence lol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq-S8CIU7VA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb5aq5Hc...re=related
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F57P9C4SAW4
CALIFONIIIIIAAAAAA BAYBAY!
O gawd. As far as SoCal residents are concerned everything above Santa Barbara is NorCal.
Here is a favorite song down here...
Summertime
if it don’t blow black...take it back.
1982 300TDT 4 Speed 196K Standard Beige “VEGEWGN”. 300GD FW. Walbro FRC-8 Fuel Pump. ZadaTech LCD Boost, EGT, & Fuel Pressure gauge. Non-EGR Exhaust and Intake Manifold. 3/2 Valves gone. Soon to have Elsbett WVO conversion
1981 300D 314K Midnight Blue “The Blue Car”, Lovecrap system, owned 25 years+
1985 300TD White 198K “Betty White” Pure beauty
The VEGEWGN
(11-16-2012, 08:23 AM)Purplecomputer(11-15-2012, 11:47 PM)sassparilla_kid(11-15-2012, 04:14 PM)Simpler=Better Sorry, it's HECKA CHEEP
Hahaa, I'm from right in the middle of California and we use it in every other sentence lol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq-S8CIU7VA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb5aq5Hc...re=related
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F57P9C4SAW4
CALIFONIIIIIAAAAAA BAYBAY!
O gawd. As far as SoCal residents are concerned everything above Santa Barbara is NorCal.
Here is a favorite song down here...
Summertime
if it don’t blow black...take it back.
1982 300TDT 4 Speed 196K Standard Beige “VEGEWGN”. 300GD FW. Walbro FRC-8 Fuel Pump. ZadaTech LCD Boost, EGT, & Fuel Pressure gauge. Non-EGR Exhaust and Intake Manifold. 3/2 Valves gone. Soon to have Elsbett WVO conversion
1981 300D 314K Midnight Blue “The Blue Car”, Lovecrap system, owned 25 years+
1985 300TD White 198K “Betty White” Pure beauty
The VEGEWGN
11-16-2012, 06:52 PM
#16
(11-16-2012, 01:51 PM)w123love(11-16-2012, 08:23 AM)Purplecomputer(11-15-2012, 11:47 PM)sassparilla_kid Hahaa, I'm from right in the middle of California and we use it in every other sentence lol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq-S8CIU7VA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb5aq5Hc...re=related
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F57P9C4SAW4
CALIFONIIIIIAAAAAA BAYBAY!
O gawd. As far as SoCal residents are concerned everything above Santa Barbara is NorCal.
Here is a favorite song down here...
Summertime
You califonians and your Sublime and guacamole!
Purplecomputer
11-16-2012, 06:52 PM #16(11-16-2012, 01:51 PM)w123love(11-16-2012, 08:23 AM)Purplecomputer(11-15-2012, 11:47 PM)sassparilla_kid Hahaa, I'm from right in the middle of California and we use it in every other sentence lol
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq-S8CIU7VA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb5aq5Hc...re=related
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F57P9C4SAW4
CALIFONIIIIIAAAAAA BAYBAY!
O gawd. As far as SoCal residents are concerned everything above Santa Barbara is NorCal.
Here is a favorite song down here...
Summertime
You califonians and your Sublime and guacamole!
11-16-2012, 07:25 PM
#17
-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!
sassparilla_kid
11-16-2012, 07:25 PM #17The part I'm from is mostly country music and hicks with lifted trucks who wouldn't take them half the places I go with the Benz
-1982 300D Turbo, 280k miles, ALDA apparently maxxed, fram 8038, 12 lbs boost, non-egr manifolds, W/M injection, 4 brake light mod, Gen II w126 front rotors/calipers, 4-speed swap
In the works: A/W IC, adjust pump, turbo rebuild (w/60 trim comp wheel)
-1980 300SD, 110k, project car. Goal is to get it lookin' like it did on the showroom floor (body and interior wise, not necessarily under the hood )
-1974 240D, FRESH PAINT!!!!!!
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