looking to buy this 98 chevy k1500
March 21st, 2014, 12:20 PM
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looking to buy this 98 chevy k1500
https://buffalo.craigslist.org/ctd/4343826495.html Hi, currently looking at this truck, the guy says he will take $6800 for it but im wondering if you guys think its a good deal? What are common problems with this year of truck? thanks
March 21st, 2014, 12:50 PM
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Well the truck looks like it is in good shape. Has it been kept in a garage? I see that it is located in Buffalo NY, I take you live in the northeast also and familiar with rust being the main issue for vehicles due to road conditions.
My main concerns would be:
1. Rust on the undercarriage and body.
2. Drive train, engine and transmission. Some of the seals and gaskets could be in less than desirable condition due to the age of them.
3. Proper preventive maintenance being performed. Was the oil changed in a timely manner? Look at the air filter and see if it dirty, if so then the vehicle may not have had filters and lubricant changed in a while.
4. Fluids in the axles, here again due to the age and the low mileage there is the possibility of water in the axles, either from condensation or driving the truck through deep water.
5. Previous mechanical work done on the vehicle, as we all know some "mechanics" perform repairs better than others, if the previous owner did not have a good mechanic perform repairs correctly then there could be some issues with any repairs that may have been done.
The truck looks good from the pictures in the ad. Keep us updated on if you purchase the truck and if so how it does.
My main concerns would be:
1. Rust on the undercarriage and body.
2. Drive train, engine and transmission. Some of the seals and gaskets could be in less than desirable condition due to the age of them.
3. Proper preventive maintenance being performed. Was the oil changed in a timely manner? Look at the air filter and see if it dirty, if so then the vehicle may not have had filters and lubricant changed in a while.
4. Fluids in the axles, here again due to the age and the low mileage there is the possibility of water in the axles, either from condensation or driving the truck through deep water.
5. Previous mechanical work done on the vehicle, as we all know some "mechanics" perform repairs better than others, if the previous owner did not have a good mechanic perform repairs correctly then there could be some issues with any repairs that may have been done.
The truck looks good from the pictures in the ad. Keep us updated on if you purchase the truck and if so how it does.
March 21st, 2014, 3:04 PM
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Well the truck looks like it is in good shape. Has it been kept in a garage? I see that it is located in Buffalo NY, I take you live in the northeast also and familiar with rust being the main issue for vehicles due to road conditions.
My main concerns would be:
1. Rust on the undercarriage and body.
2. Drive train, engine and transmission. Some of the seals and gaskets could be in less than desirable condition due to the age of them.
3. Proper preventive maintenance being performed. Was the oil changed in a timely manner? Look at the air filter and see if it dirty, if so then the vehicle may not have had filters and lubricant changed in a while.
4. Fluids in the axles, here again due to the age and the low mileage there is the possibility of water in the axles, either from condensation or driving the truck through deep water.
5. Previous mechanical work done on the vehicle, as we all know some "mechanics" perform repairs better than others, if the previous owner did not have a good mechanic perform repairs correctly then there could be some issues with any repairs that may have been done.
The truck looks good from the pictures in the ad. Keep us updated on if you purchase the truck and if so how it does.
My main concerns would be:
1. Rust on the undercarriage and body.
2. Drive train, engine and transmission. Some of the seals and gaskets could be in less than desirable condition due to the age of them.
3. Proper preventive maintenance being performed. Was the oil changed in a timely manner? Look at the air filter and see if it dirty, if so then the vehicle may not have had filters and lubricant changed in a while.
4. Fluids in the axles, here again due to the age and the low mileage there is the possibility of water in the axles, either from condensation or driving the truck through deep water.
5. Previous mechanical work done on the vehicle, as we all know some "mechanics" perform repairs better than others, if the previous owner did not have a good mechanic perform repairs correctly then there could be some issues with any repairs that may have been done.
The truck looks good from the pictures in the ad. Keep us updated on if you purchase the truck and if so how it does.
March 21st, 2014, 3:39 PM
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Good question, just went to the Kelley Blue Book site and entered what info I could from the ad and pictures and in excellent condition that site has the value at $5596. Personally, if the truck checks out good as far as rust and everything else I would try and buy it. Of course I would try and get it at the lowest possible price by negotiating with the owner.
But you have to make the choice and at the end of the day if you are happy then that is what matters, we all have different opinions that is what makes the world go round.
But you have to make the choice and at the end of the day if you are happy then that is what matters, we all have different opinions that is what makes the world go round.
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