My wife and I sign final paperwork on a blue 03 mp5. Shes got 74000 on the clock and in great shape. 5 speed, moon roof, sadly no abs. Originally sold in Dec 02. First of all we are spending 9,737.00 total. Is this a reasonable amt? Ive been watching ebay and see a few going for 9,000 to 12,000 however,3,500 or so with mileage and equipment comparable. Seconed, Im really trippin about this ViCS system. Would it be wise to pull the intake and locktite the butterfly screws? I did notice a small growl, but could this just be normal? When I pulled a carfax there was no open recalls on this veh. I've heard people say certain vin #s had no problems mine is JM1BJ245531131334 any info would be appreciated. I am so very excited to be part of a wonderful community thanks in advance for your time and knowledge. I'm sure this will be a wonderful ownership experience. I'll post pics as soon as we pick it up and it stops raaaaiiiiinnnning!!!!!ugh(p5blue)
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Welcome to the comunity. That price seems pretty reasonable. The screews for the butterfly should be just fine. You could go in there and remove them and seal everything up but its not really worth it unless you plan to do so modding to the car. Otherwise the VITC seems to help out the low end power and cold starts (some people claim). So have fun and ZOOM-ZOOM.
It's all good, just making sure the new member doesn't get confusedBlackrose said:
As far as the original poster's question. If you have the skills and tools, by all means loctite the screws. Otherwise, take it to a dealer and have them perform the "recall" on your car if it is under recall. Check this by VIN.
FWIW, I'm in the process of getting a spare Manifold to perform VTCS removal and loctitening of VICS screws just so that I have a mani that is up to my standards. VTCS is responsible for the "cold engine rattle" which is harmless, but annoying.
I think you're getting a decent price on it.
Just a little FYI. My car was not in the range of the recall as were a few others on the forum. I had the issue of losing screws in mine. If you have the tools and mechanical skills I would go ahead and fix it yourself if yours isn't covered by the recall.
cool! what part of wichita by chance? i'm not there yet (moving later this summer), but i'll be in the west end of the city. the few times i've been to town, i've hardly seen any p5's... my baby will be lonelyspeedymp5 said:
you will love the P5. post pics when it's sunny out
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welcome aboard, from what i've seen and heard..that price is a bit high (with those miles), but not bad as the p5 seems to be holding their value pretty well!
i see a lot more p5's around now after 5 yrs!
i see a lot more p5's around now after 5 yrs!
Kansei said:
wow. that's an insane deal you got there. did you get it privately or through the dealer? I think whoever sold you the car must of not checked the KBB on the car. Otherwise, you have crazy negotiating skills.
I got mine last Sept. for $9k out the door w/ about 67k on the car. 5spd w/ moonroof. I think i could of done a little better but I'm definitely ok w/ myself at that price.
