should i trade? Options

[celicaST]

i went to see a 95 sc400 today, possibly thinking about trading. has 98k, dark green. exterior is in great condition, interior showed some wear. cracked leather and what not. engine bay (1uzfe!) looked new. took it for a test drive. drove quiet and refined but it wasnt very fast even compared to mine. i still like the way mine drives more. the dealer is ok with a straight trade, but i just couldnt get myself to do it right now. kind of has a grandma-car feel to it. opinions?

edit- my car has 62k by the way

This post has been edited by celicaST: Mar 21, 2007 - 7:42 PM

[jayi12-15psi]

I was under the impression that most people would rather have a sc300 for the 2jz(even though it's n/a)

besides, have you checked on the blue book value of this thing?

I just cannot stand cracks in leather, it just ruins it for me


also, that v8 SHOULD be able to do a low 7 sec 0-60 where as yours does it in more like 8 and a half

This post has been edited by jayi12-15psi: Mar 21, 2007 - 8:02 PM

[celicaST]

I was under the impression that most people would rather have a sc300 for the 2jz(even though it's n/a)

besides, have you checked on the blue book value of this thing?

I just cannot stand cracks in leather, it just ruins it for me


also, that v8 SHOULD be able to do a low 7 sec 0-60 where as yours does it in more like 8 and a half

ya most opt for the sc300 for 2jzgte swap and because it came standard with manual. however, the 1uz is a very well engineered, overbuilt engine with lots of potential 1uz. ive heard some say the 1uz is even better than the 2jz, just isnt as well known as a performance engine. the worn interior and the color are what is keeping me from saying yes right now. not to mention it wasnt overly impressive driving and its not near as sexy. but its a lexus with a 4.0 v8 and rwd... 250hp and 260ftlb. im torn right now.

yes the mileage is also a drawback as it would be my daily driver, and i drive a decent amount.

and jay, it was quicker, just nothing exciting. in one review i read it has a 0-60 time of 6.9s. i prefer the celicas steering and pedal feel much more. hard to describe, but my car just felt more solid.

This post has been edited by celicaST: Mar 21, 2007 - 8:14 PM