$800 4X4

*rroderiques77* · 09-13-2009, 11:18 AM

So this Blazer got dropped off at work at couple of weeks ago in need of a fuel pump. The owners either did not want to repair it or couldn't afford to. To make a long story short, I bought it as is for 800 bucks. I put a fuel pump in it to get it up and running.
It has 123K miles and it is 4X4. It is in good condition, the body is pretty darn straight. When I inspected the undercarriage, It unbelievably had no leaks!! It also has 4-wheel disc brakes and a heavy duty Bilstein suspension!! I've decided to keep it for now, especially since we could use a new family car so we don't have to use the Maxima. Since I decided to keep it for now, I replaced:

Fuel pump - $220.32
Idler & Pitman arms - $39.19
Two front tires and alignment - $168.93
Plugs, wires, cap and rotor - $66.97
T-stat - $5.00
Used ft door panels - $100
Total - $600.41

I also replaced the rear pinion seal, rear diff cover, flushed the tranny, transfer case, ft & rear diffs, brakes & cooling system. Since I manage an auto repair shop, there was no charge for this. LOL...
It also needs a windshield. The current on has a big old crack across the bottom. Big deal!! LOL
I've got $1400 invested in this vehicle. Low private party value is around $4100. Since used car values are rising, I figured we could drive it around for a couple of years and at least double our money when it's time to sell it. LOL
Anyway, here are some pics of our new famride. It it sure the heck feels weird owning a Chevy again!!! LOL

Magikone69 · 09-13-2009, 11:53 AM

thats a greater daily/beater...wish i found a nice deal like that around here id love to have somethin a lil bigger to haul stuff around in. Great buy man...looks like its in pretty good condition

L.E.Sentra · 09-13-2009, 12:25 PM

good deal

i wish i could get a 4x4 for that price

*irish44j* · 09-14-2009, 07:00 PM

nice pick up...doesn't look half bad, especially for that price

*Wisky97SE* · 09-14-2009, 10:42 PM

Is that the LU3 4.3 V6? Underpowered, but very durable and reliable!

importcf · 09-14-2009, 10:44 PM

4.3 durable and reliable? ha still a decent ride

ChrisMan287 · 09-14-2009, 10:49 PM

Nice pick up.

*rroderiques77* · 09-14-2009, 11:50 PM

Wife doesn't seem to like it. "I don't like SUVs!" She says..
Women..They just don't appreciate what we do I guess.

*rroderiques77* · 09-14-2009, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Wisky97SE

Is that the LU3 4.3 V6? Underpowered, but very durable and reliable!

Basically a 350 with two less cylinders.

*Wisky97SE* · 09-16-2009, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by importcf

4.3 durable and reliable? ha still a decent ride

Yup, mine has been great! Ive seen many others too.

*Cliff Clavin* · 09-16-2009, 06:08 PM

sounds like a good deal. There were several of them at the dealership turned in on the Cash-for-Clunkers. Maybe they were older, but same body style. It's too bad because they are decent rides.

I got a DD 4x4 for $2600, but I needed a truck -- 94 GMC extracab diesel. It has paid for itself in trips to the landfill, getting firewood and hauling/moving everything. I had never owned a diesel before, but I have had zero problems with it (knock on wood). When I bought it two years ago, the kbb private party was about $5k.

*NisMoN00B* · 09-19-2009, 06:41 AM

Needs a 4" lift and 33s.

*rroderiques77* · 09-20-2009, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by NisMoN00B

Needs a 4" lift and 33s.

My thoughts exactly, except that I sold it last Friday for $4K.
Someone might starting flipping cars.