first marauder

[lji372]

thinking of getting a marauder. saw one years ago and thought it looked pretty sweet, but until i was recently offered to buy one i didn't know how bad they were. the more i read the more i want one.

so, here's what i'm looking at (opinions appreciated), 03 52k 1 owner, needs an engine (i'm told). any ideas on worth. yes it is a very clean car no visible signs of damage.

[Shaijack]

Get it, it you will never be disapointed. Members here have engines.

[Bluerauder]

thinking of getting a marauder. saw one years ago and thought it looked pretty sweet, but until i was recently offered to buy one i didn't know how bad they were. the more i read the more i want one.

so, here's what i'm looking at (opinions appreciated), 03 52k 1 owner, needs an engine (i'm told). any ideas on worth. yes it is a very clean car no visible signs of damage.

I think that I'd pass on an MM with 52K that needs an engine. Need more detail on what caused the problem. Would also be very wary that the engine problem may point to other abuse that may not be as obvious. Bears checking out really well to track the vehicle history using the VIN. Check the pedigree and the title papers really well too.

If all else checks out, unless you can get this MM really cheap ... it may not be worth the net cost to you after replacing the engine for $5000-$7000.

JMHO.

KBB Private Party ranges from $12,500 (Very Good condition) to $11,175 (Fair condition) for an '03 MM with 52K miles. Subtracting the estimated cost of replacing the engine .... I think pricing in the $4,175 to $5,000 range may be appropriate. You may be able to do better on the engine cost so you can adjust accordingly. MOMHO

[SC Cheesehead]

Just curious, what are they asking for the car with no engine? May be better off looking for one in good running order unless the price is really cheap.

[lji372]

was told the the twenty something old son was driving home from college and it started overheating. he didn't know what to do so he tried making it home. he didn't make it. i stopped by and looked at it without rose colored glasses. someone mis-spoke or mis-heard, it has 62k, one small dent in the fender and some light scratches a buddy said he thinks he could rub out pretty easy. no one was home so i didnt get to pop the hood. i may just buy it take it to my mechanic and if i'm lucky he could repair it. he wants to see it before i pick up and engine. he said he wouldn't go more than a grand but i don't think he knows the market for parts on these things. 80 percent rubber on front 50-60 percent on rear.

[lji372]

also haven't talked to title holder yet but was told 2500

[SC Cheesehead]

also haven't talked to title holder yet but was told 2500


$2,500?

Dang! Snap that rascal up! You could buy an Aluminator and have it installed and still be near book value at that asking price.

[marauder410]

that just dont sounds right i wouldnt buy it but thats just my opinion a 03 marauder with 52k and already needs a engine wow id stay away from that unless you get it for real cheap



thinking of getting a marauder. saw one years ago and thought it looked pretty sweet, but until i was recently offered to buy one i didn't know how bad they were. the more i read the more i want one.

so, here's what i'm looking at (opinions appreciated), 03 52k 1 owner, needs an engine (i'm told). any ideas on worth. yes it is a very clean car no visible signs of damage.

[marauder410]

forreal 2500 weres it at ill come buy that bad boyy and sell it for parts and make some god money on that puppy

[marauder410]

for that much miles the rims im sure are in really good shape you can get 1000 for those easyyy and the back and front bumper 1000 for both easy and the rans with 62k on it for 500 and there you go there ur money back easyy and you got the whole rest of car is profit weres it at i want it

[jerrym3]

was told the the twenty something old son was driving home from college and it started overheating. he didn't know what to do so he tried making it home. he didn't make it. i stopped by and looked at it without rose colored glasses. someone mis-spoke or mis-heard, it has 62k, one small dent in the fender and some light scratches a buddy said he thinks he could rub out pretty easy. no one was home so i didnt get to pop the hood. i may just buy it take it to my mechanic and if i'm lucky he could repair it. he wants to see it before i pick up and engine. he said he wouldn't go more than a grand but i don't think he knows the market for parts on these things. 80 percent rubber on front 50-60 percent on rear.

What else was this twenty something doing with this car?

[lji372]

probably the same thing any 20 something would do. drive it like he stole it!!!
i will buy it have my mechanic go over it and either fix it or sell some parts and recoup my money.

[loud2004marquis]

If you do buy that one, this guy is also local and has been trying to sell this motor for a while.

http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/for/2860398065.html

[lji372]

thanks for the heads up. will see what tomorrow brings....

[lji372]

GOT IT!!! now how am i supposed to work ugh!!! like the other fella said i could part it out and make some dough, but what fun would that be :0)

[gdsqdcr]

Congrats! Now go pick up the Alluminator and have some fun with it!

Anthony

[clmrt]

Jon1 (I think that is his screen name) is selling a 42K motor for $1800...Des Moines.

[lji372]

went to pick it up today, it has been sitting a few months. so i figured jump it and see what happens. she turns over so no siezed engine:) oil looks good, i let it charge a little more and she starts. engine sounds good white smoke out the back so off to the mechanic she's towed. will find out how lucky i am in the next day or two.

[Wattman1]

...a buddy said he thinks he could rub out pretty easy... :eek: :eek: :eek:

[88LTDCV351]

How much white smoke? I know for a lot of us, a little white smoke during the first start up of the day is normal?????

[lji372]

definately more than a little.