marcojdm

Hey guys! my name is marco. im new to the forum and to toyotas! ive been drifting for 2 years in 240's but never got involved with toyota. always saw the 1uz 240's ripping it tho!!!

i have a guy that wants to trade me a 92 sc400 for my stock honda (daily). just wondering what the common opinion was about these cars (any common problems, part s availability, etc) the guys car is bone stock just like mine with 180k.

im a full time college student so i dont want to jump into something i dont know much about and be stuck with extra costs that arent needed


i really appreciate the help ahead of time guys! thanks!

addisonblc

iTrader: (4)

dependin on your yr model honda problems dislikes ..yada yada... id stay with what ya got if its a good car. at least you know your car. you could be swapping out for a problematic one...just my .02. good luck with it though.

marcojdm

^thanks. im trading the honda for the sc tho. its definately an upgrade, i just dont like to jump into things i have noooo idea about! lol


Thanks for the .02 ill be rich soon lol

Dx3

iTrader: (13)

I'd stick with the better gas mileage from the Honda. 180k could need a starter replaced soon - which on the 1UZ is no fun at all...

marcojdm

how bad is mpg's on these things??? i honestly think thats the reason the guy wants to trade. lol.

ThomasGS4

iTrader: (19)

Usually when you make a trade, one guy gets a good deal and the other guy doesn't. If your car is in good running condition, you might be that other guy.

1JZPWRD

iTrader: (59)

Here is a list of some common problems..

Needles flicker or completely go out, but still work.
Popping door hinges, easy fix
Blackened LCD climate control, easy fix
Wore out bushings on the upper and lower, front and rear control arms, with steering rack bushings also, pretty lengthy too replace but doable.
Poor lighting for the headlights and no fogs for the pre 95 models, easy fix, upgrade to HIDS
Factory amp for NAK usually goes out to cause popping in the speakers.
Trunk shocks wear out to hold deck lid up
Strut and strut mounts wear out after about 50-100K miles, normal wear
Fuel pump relay goes out when gets hot, just hot wire it.

check out www.intellexiual.net for alot more info. An old site but has some good info. These are the things off my head.. Good luck and it will be an upgrade from the Honda.

jadu

iTrader: (42)

if you do mostly freeway, you can prolly get mpg's in the low 20s

marcojdm

yea ive been looking into something RWD, reliable, and fun. im willing to give it a try. most of that was little cosmetic stuff. im not too worried about that. im forcused more on mechanical wise. and ai work for Advance Auto Parts so sourcing parts and getting discounts isnt too bad either lol


thats not too bad. i think im spoiled with the honda tho lol

Very true. thanks!




I REALLY appreciate all the help guys! this seems to be alot more mature forum than the rest and a lot more helpful as well!!

Joey-E

iTrader: (1)

Who in thier right mind would do such a thing!

VinSCe

Honestly, they're both pretty reliable cars. It depends on what you really want though. The Honda will be cheaper to own and fix, but at the end of the day, it's a Honda. (which isn't necessarily a bad thing)

The SC400 is a bit more high class and it makes a great GT cruiser. MPG will be a bit lower (18/23+) than the Honda. With that said, you gotta decide if the trade off is worth it for you. You said that you've been drifting 240's. If you already have a toy in your stable, I'd stick with the Honda because it's a better "point A -> point B car".