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#150527 - 06/05/03 12:11 AM Purchase a GTP new or used
Timmer Offline
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Registered: 06/05/03
Posts: 22
Loc: Las Vegas
I have just joined this club, and Im thinking about a GTP. Any advice?
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#150528 - 06/05/03 11:11 AM Re: Purchase a GTP new or used
midlifecrisis Offline
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Registered: 04/10/03
Posts: 92
Loc: new jersey
I would think warranty would be an issue. If you buy a used model without warranty, you could get into trouble when parts fail, since supercharged engine parts take more of a beating due to the extra torque. Any GTP owners want to comment on their luck with repairs?
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#150529 - 06/05/03 11:41 AM Re: Purchase a GTP new or used
Cliff Cherry Offline
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Registered: 03/08/03
Posts: 140
Loc: Caldwell, NJ
My 97 GTP was doing pretty good (89K miles) until I ordered the 04. Now, in rebellion, it's gone to pot. Last week I had to replace the steering rack for $1200 (although I'm working with the dealer for a discount since I'm trading it in). I'm also having some trouble with the suspension (Marc posted that it might be a rear strut) and just for good measure I got a crack in the windshield from who knows what hammer about 2 weeks ago. If you had asked me last month I would have said the GTPs are good mechanical-wise, but after this round (except the windshield, I know that's just circumstance), I'm not so sure. One thing, I'm definitely going for the extended warranty on the 04 :rolleyes: .
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#150530 - 06/05/03 12:12 PM Re: Purchase a GTP new or used
Marc Harbison Offline
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Registered: 05/01/02
Posts: 389
Loc: Fredericksburg, VA
I have 165K miles on my GTP. I've only had to replace the alternator, water pump, and A/C compressor (just once each). Considering how much I've modified the car, I believe that's pretty impressive. Plus, she still runs real well. I wouldn't hesitate taking it on a cros country trip and back if need be. It's been a very reliable car.

Marc
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#150531 - 06/05/03 05:13 PM Re: Purchase a GTP new or used
midlifecrisis Offline
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Registered: 04/10/03
Posts: 92
Loc: new jersey
Take that hammer all you Honda and Toyota reliability freaks! wink
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