Gonna go look at this ST185 FC, what do you guys think? Options

[Doge]

Ok...I'm gonna head up to Bellingham tomarrow and take a look at this engine.

Already checked with the seller and it's a full clip so it has all the essentials:

-ignitor
-maf unit
-ignition coil
-Intercooler
-resistor pack
-turbo pressure sensor
-uncut harness
-ecu
-throttle cable

He said it definately isn't a looker (of course it isnt its almost a 12 year old engine) but it has good compression. Was leakdown tested and has a start up warrenty. What do you guys think? Is $1,900 worth it? Or should I offer alittle less? Only has 52,000 so I figured a complete tune up on this thing and it will run like new. Any input is welcome!


Edit: Forgot to add that it comes with mint (bad paint but no dents) JDM fenders, hood, and bumper...which I figure I could get some good cash flow from if I put them on ebay...Just saw a used JDM st185 hood sell for $300!

This post has been edited by Doge: Apr 24, 2004 - 4:40 PM

[Doge]

The ST185 was exported to America, so you can go to the local toyota dealer and get any part for the engine you need. The ST205 was exluded from the USDM, therefore, getting parts for it would be very difficult, as you will have to order them from Japan or elsewhere, which would be very costly, and time consuming. The wiring is supposedly easier , and it is cheaper to get to 250hp with an st185 (by engine upgrade), than buying a 205 clip.