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I am new to this forum. I am looking at a 1996 Chevy Lumina, 3.1 V6, 95,000 on the body, with a rebuilt engine of 60,000. Standard features, ABS, AC, driver and passenger airbags,, new battery, new front brakes and rotors, power door locks, manual windows. The previous owner did not keep an eye on engine coolant and blew the engine. A mechanic, (who is now the seller of this vehicle), put the new engine in, as well as the new brakes, battery. He also has done some of the service on the car, the alternator recently.
I went over the car with my limited experience. Could not drive it on highway off the lot, no plates, but seems fine. Auto trans shifts smoothly. Engine purrs nicely. Interior is a bit beat, dirty front carpets.
Looking under while on lift, I noticed rear suspension looks flaky rusty, as well as rear brakes drums. Should I be concerned about this? The mechanic said this is normal for a car of this age. However, the front end did not look as rusty, and the 18 year old truck that I drove over in, when I got down and looked underneath for comparison was not as rusty. The car sat for a little while till a new engine came along.
Rest of car seems clean, except for a small paint bubble on right side lower back end of car. Car fax has no alerts.
The mechanic wants to get $2500. I would appreciate some feedback about this car, as I have not owned a Chevy.
How did you solve the problem. Was the heater element/air conditioner to blame and if so how do I fix it?
Thanks
thanks for anything
R
Jim
Thanks.
you could do a transmission search on car-part.com
alot of the times the car year make and model is listed on the results for parts searches
good luck
sounds like an external leak, valve cover most likely
no need to remove the heads
if you end up finding out the engine is bad then lemme know as i have a good running 3.4L in a 92 Z34 i may sell/part out
make offer for engine or parts
good luck
randy
-needs head gasket or intake gasket it was burning some water, so i parked it
-has been parked a few months,
-everything is fine except for the head gasket, and the front bumper top side of it is sun faded, and the GFX below it cracked,
-and it needs the carpeting shampoo'd
-no sterio,
-new windshield it was replaced last year,
-good tires,
-factory 16" mag wheels,
pics:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v298/fast68/randys%20vehicles/Z34Lumina001.jpg-
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v298/fast68/randys%20vehicles/Z34Lumina002.jpg-
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v298/fast68/randys%20vehicles/Z34Lumina003.jpg-
it is in central IL on I-55 exit 123 betwene springfield and bloomington
I know the reverse lights and bumpers are different, but the Z34 liscenceplate holder and reverse lights should bolt into place of my original revers lights and fit because it will have the z34 bumper right?
I dont see why the side skirts or front bumper or hood wouldnt bolt up, but it anybody has any ideas or suggestions that would be great!
thanks!
I recently purchased my Lumina. Had the oil changed. That's not the problem. After purchased (from Step-dad)I looked under the car and noticed that is had a bunch of oil underneith. It also drips a few drops after I drive it. Slow drip. When I had the oil changed I asked the mechanic if he would look at it. He says he "thinks" it may be the Valve cover gasket. How do I tell if it is that or if it is the head gasket? The car seems to be running fine and makes no unusal noises.
Another question: I looked in the "Reserve tank"...for the antifreeze. It is extremely low and looks nasty. Planning on getting a flush. Can you tell me exactly what is done when they do this.
I apprieciate every anwser. I am a woman and would like to go into this knowing like I know something about what is done. Thanks
Deborah.
deborahf,
when I replaced my intake manifold gasket, I had them change my thermostat as well. Only adds a couple dollars to the job.
not able to put the transmission in Park any more.
key cannot be removed from ignition.
anyone know how the lockout device works and how to repair it?
gnashing of teeth when she gave up the ghost p.p.s this vehicle has to get us from uk to the gambia(africa)any tips/advice?
I've noticed some other posts on here with something similar although I am seeing people having replaced thier starters. It sounds like this is not as critical as I had originally assumed however has anyone else dealt with this and know a fix. Am I looking at just needing to clean the ignition where the keys go and then being fine. Or do I need to replace the starter or the security sensor? Thanks for the help.
With this new key it was solid all the time tested and I was surprised. I took my key and cleaned it with some rubbing alcohol and a Q-Tip and when tested it also worked fine. Could this have been some strange fluk with the car or could the keys have just been dirty enough to cause a problem. As long as it doesn't come up again, I don't care. : ) Thanks for all the responses and help everyone.
Thanks
The blower in the interior died. I'm looking for someone who has knowledge of how to replace the fan and where its located. HELP! BURNING UP!
THANKS!
Does anyone know if the fan is located on the passenger side of the dash underneath?
I have got to replace this thing asap as it is HOT!
Thanks!