What should I do? I need help ASAP.

[Eighty 6]

Originally Posted by RB-BRZ

Hi Guys,
I'm in the market for an 86 (GTS). I have narrowed my searches down to two cars. Both of the same colour, both manual. Is it worth choosing one over the other? vehicle description below.

Car 1
2013 model
26xxx kms
$28k

Car 2
2015 model
46xxx kms
$30k


Your input would be much appreciated as I'm not sure which to move on, they are both in immaculate condition its just a matter of choosing. I would like to buy one very soon.

Thanks

IMO mileage is also an important factor, there's a difference of 18000 kms between the 2013 and the newer 2015. 2015 will get you a better re sale in the long run. Personally I go for low mileage second hand cars more than the year. You need to see the cars and check things such as were they used on the track? (Check the tires and if the edges are worn thats usually a sign that they've been drifted hard) make sure the car you're buying is accident free, full service history, any warranty? Warranty is very important and the 2015 should still have it, in that case 2015 is a better option since u can send it to the dealer to fix anything that comes up. So many things to look at when buying a used car. Look underneath it using a flashlight if u cant do it properly, check for damage there, check the gear. Basically get it thoroughly checked, get them both thoroughly checked its well worth investing in that because once u sign the dotted line its your headache

[Ashikabi]

Originally Posted by RB-BRZ

What was the problem with your engine?

Oil valve went bad and starved the crank. Quite a few 2013 list their engines under warranty. Obviously not all of them but I'd just get a newer one to be safe

[RB-BRZ]

Originally Posted by Ashikabi

Oil valve went bad and starved the crank. Quite a few 2013 list their engines under warranty. Obviously not all of them but I'd just get a newer one to be safe

Fark haha what a shame.

[Ashikabi]

Originally Posted by RB-BRZ

Fark haha what a shame.

It was a pain to be sure. Dealer had it for a month trying to figure it out. Had to bring in a regional technician from 500 miles away for 2 weeks. Turns out Toyota doesn't know how to work on these engines and deal with the complications and intricacies with the Subaru components

[hdbahn]

I would choose lower mileage (and the older car will cost less in taxes and insurance forever...) assuming you aren't borrowing at a worse rate to get that car. I might be more worried about a car with many more years but not a couple.