Hi All,
Im looking at purchasing a 1993 BX 16V. Its got 145XXXkm and has been unregistered for 12 months. The owner doesnt want very much for it and Im very tempted even though it needs a new clutch and probably pressure plate.
The Aus delivered BX16V did not have the 119kW/160HP motor instead we got a lower compression cat eqyuipped 108kW/145HP motor. Still they were pretty quick compared to other stuff around at the time.
Still need to look at prices for a clutch kit. Are they expensive in your part of the world? Its been suggestted that it may be cheaper to source a kit from the UK.
The car has a rust hole at the top of the LHD A pillar and a bit on the pillar hiidden by the door. Doesnt look too serious. Unfortunately I cant drive it due to the clutch issue. It starts easy but the engine check light goes on and off intermitently. Comes with 4 spare Speedlines, ECU, ABS control unit, ABS solenoid valve unit, Seats, heater box, front rear axle suspension assemblies and thats what I can remember. Owner got spares from another BX 16 V wreck. Oh it has a cracked front bumper.
What else should I look for?
Ive got some pics but do not know how to post them.
New member from Australia
Sounds pretty good from here, especially with the spares. Check the rear wheels aren't at a silly negative camber, make the sure suspension is supple and smooth in operation, not sticky and check for any leaks from the suspension/brakes.
A-pillar rust is going to be a common thing now, I wouldn't let it put me off and just get on with sorting it. The K-light I'm not sure on, but a spare ECU might just do the trick! Mine doesn't have a k-light, so not sure how to read them.
Otherwise to be honest I'd expect little niggling faults due to it's age/the fact it hasn't moved etc.
Clutch wise you'd be fine here, £80 or so gets you a 3 piece LUK/Valeo number. Shame you can't get the D6C over there though, but a cat model is better than nothing!
Welcome BTW
A-pillar rust is going to be a common thing now, I wouldn't let it put me off and just get on with sorting it. The K-light I'm not sure on, but a spare ECU might just do the trick! Mine doesn't have a k-light, so not sure how to read them.
Otherwise to be honest I'd expect little niggling faults due to it's age/the fact it hasn't moved etc.
Clutch wise you'd be fine here, £80 or so gets you a 3 piece LUK/Valeo number. Shame you can't get the D6C over there though, but a cat model is better than nothing!
Welcome BTW