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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 01:49 AM
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I've been looking for a project xk8 to do a engine swap with a ls1 engine

I found one a 1999 xk8 convertible with 140k it's in my price range the engine seems to have the Nikasil Problem or a double blown head gasket the interior has a tear on the seat and it's missing the j-gate surround the exterior needs new paint

What do you guys think a good price for a xk8 in the condition
 
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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 04:24 AM
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My guess would be in the $2000 to $4000 range.
 
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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 06:01 AM
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I just paid $6K for a 97 with 56K. The car appears to be in great shape inside and out. Of course, time will tell. For the car you described, I would say <$2K.
 
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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 10:02 AM
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$1k-$1.5k The paint and blown engine together will make it a tough sell.
 
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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 11:41 AM
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I agree with dsnyder. You have a lot of expenses to put into the car to bring it back, probably greater than its worth when finished if you pay any more.
 
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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 06:45 PM
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if your '97 is without issues and is 'straight', you got a good deal.
 
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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 06:49 PM
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buy it for $12-1500, part it out and make a couple thousand, and keep looking for a nicer one for your conversion. If you're going through all the effort, why not make it a 'nice' one?!!!
 
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