87 16-valve problems

[jtoomasson@yahoo.com (Jeff Toomasson)]

William - there's no way you should pay even $2000 for that car judging by
what you've said. My guess is also, that if you live in NM, the paint's not
in the best of shape.

"front end redone" requires a little further definition. Struts? bushings?
Bearings? Fender and frame pulled and straightened? It sounds good to the
average car buyer, but it's a rather vague statement.

The mechanical problem could a simple needing of a tune-up, but you should
use the fact that it's running somewhat poorly to your advantage. This
should be an automatic bargaining chip. No stereo either?

Are there any other goodies? Euro bumpers or lights? Aftermarket wheels?

If you're patient enough, you'll find one in better condition for less.

Another thing is (although not the most convenient) people on this list sell
their sciroccos every so often or will alert the list when there's one in
their neck of the woods and would be willing to look at it for you...

Just don't run out and buy the first one you see, HTH,

Jeff
----- Original Message -----
From: "William M. Davidson" <grateful@plato.nmia.com>
To: "rocco" <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
Sent: Monday, August 26, 2002 9:30 AM
Subject: 87 16-valve problems


> I am considering purchasing an 87 scirocco that has the 16-valve engine.
> 147,000 miles on the clock.  I was impressed with the car in general.
> Sure, it has some small problems like a cracked dash that looks horrible
> but that can be covered.  Front end has just been completely redone. No
> bad dents or rust.  Seats and rest of interior in good shape.  No radio
> or AC.
>
> The only major problem is that the engine hunts to find the 1k idle RPM
when
> coming to a stop.  Also, after it warms up to what I assume is the normal
> operating temperature, it randomly misses.  Sometimes at idle, sometimes
> when accelerating.  It does it both with soft and hard acceleration.
> I am guessing it may be the ignition.  Just a hunch.  Of course it may be
> in the fuel system (dirty injectors?) or many other places.
>
> I have been on this list for a short time and I have not seen this problem
> mentioned yet.  If it is a common problem and others have found a
solution,
> please share it with me.
>
> By the way, they are asking $2400.  That seems high even with the engine
> running perfectly.  Assuming the engine problem can be fixed without much
> cost, what do you think would be a fair price?  I am thinking about $2000.
>
> Thanks for any information you can pass on to me.
>
> --
> William M. Davidson
> grateful@nmia.com
>
> 1704 Blume, NE
> Albuquerque, NM 87112
> 505 294 4571
>
> Too many people spend money they haven't earned, to buy things they don't
> want, to impress people they don't like. -Will Rogers
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