you should've taken all these into consideration, finding out the answer to all of the above questions BEFORE u buy it....  if that's your purpose of buying this car...

So I bought a 1991 1.6 Mazda Astina 323F (the one with pop-up headlights) and I'm thinking of doing a swap maybe one year down the road after getting all the vital stuff sorted out.

I'm looking at the B6T, but I have a few concerns.

1. Would it fit?
2. Is it carbureted? If not, will the wiring for injection cost a bomb?
3. Will JPJ decline the endorsement because of a stock turbo charged engine?
4. Is it even worth it?

Also, open topic for the Astina in general. Love the look and overall design of the car!

So I bought a 1991 1.6 Mazda Astina 323F (the one with pop-up headlights) and I'm thinking of doing a swap maybe one year down the road after getting all the vital stuff sorted out.

I'm looking at the B6T, but I have a few concerns.

1. Would it fit?
2. Is it carbureted? If not, will the wiring for injection cost a bomb?
3. Will JPJ decline the endorsement because of a stock turbo charged engine?
4. Is it even worth it?

Also, open topic for the Astina in general. Love the look and overall design of the car!

nice car....reminds me of my childhood..

So I bought a 1991 1.6 Mazda Astina 323F (the one with pop-up headlights) and I'm thinking of doing a swap maybe one year down the road after getting all the vital stuff sorted out.

I'm looking at the B6T, but I have a few concerns.

1. Would it fit?
2. Is it carbureted? If not, will the wiring for injection cost a bomb?
3. Will JPJ decline the endorsement because of a stock turbo charged engine?
4. Is it even worth it?

Also, open topic for the Astina in general. Love the look and overall design of the car!

You can't imagine! After I got the car, started a lot of nostalgia-induced conversations with the elder generation.
My uncle's first car was a Lantis, absolutely loved it.
Was my father's dream car when he was younger (much younger)
One of my client's sister's first car and he would pinjam just to go out because of the pop-up lights

Not the most reliable or whatever, but absolutely charming to say the least. If can turn it into a sleeper... All the uncles flock to me sia 

like the other poster mentioned... home work should have been done before you invested in it....

1. Would it fit?
-anything can be made to fit.. even a b18c

2. Is it carbureted? If not, will the wiring for injection cost a bomb?
-no its electronic (iirc the turbo models were electronic.... carb engines with turbos? not a great idea if you ask me... abit complicated/difficult do deal with i guess....)
-oh ya a point.... dont ever bother converting a carb to efi... unless everything is readily available OR you just have lots of time and money to spend

3. Will JPJ decline the endorsement because of a stock turbo charged engine?
-should be no issue.... just mountings might be in question.(if the b6d has the same mounts, should be safe... you can ask jpj... they will get back to you by dis/approving it)

4. Is it even worth it?
-no idea... how much is a b6... anyway... money could have been spent on a dif build if you ask me....
-KF-ZE seems to be a great choice if maintanance is not really an issue

too late for that now 
I understand, some people tell me the same thing like get a local car for better reliability yadda yadda heard it all before, the thing is I make poor financial choices to fulfill myself, and driving/repairing/restoring the Astina feels good so... No offense, but I'm looking for advice on the current rather than what should-have-been.

hmmm.... just a thought... why not a 3rd gen prelude with a h22 swap? i really like those things... sleek, sporty and some even have 4ws...

*edit* just realized you have already bought thecar 

is this what you're looking for?

http://www.mudah.my/JDM+Halfcut+Mazda+Fami...5527.htm?last=1

i prefer lantis 323F .. walaaa.. childhood time ..

anyway, you can always research any alternative engine/part option you may choose ..

i heard people say mazda and ford some are sharing same part (during that era la.. )

anyway, happy modding 

I surprised people still willing to get cheated doing these

Most just get a new car that perform equally well and no hassle , throw a stone and anry csr will do 200 on the highway , in comfort and quietness

Yup, on the JPJ TnC webpage (forgot where it went) Ford and Mazda is considered same same.
Though on Wikipedia, almost none of Ford's engine suitable for 323, newer Mazdas maybe can swap but not for mine.

I surprised people still willing to get cheated doing these

Most just get a new car that perform equally well and no hassle , throw a stone and anry csr will do 200 on the highway , in comfort and quietness

why not you take picture and start journal of your build .. i think would be fun when u look back what you have done! 

Ah the Prelude...
3 months ago I've been browsing Mudah like a mad man.
First I wanted an AE92, over budget and plus restoration? I eat zapfan for every meal man.
Prelude also I watched closely. Maintenance too high according to some Honda kakis.
After a while of scrolling mindlessly, suddenly I saw 323 for the first time.

Love at first sight I tell ya, though its 27 y/o this year 
Irresponsibe? Yes.
Fulfilling? Hell yes.
Money well spent? Maybe not 

someone like to baked the cake themself and someone like to buy cake outside ..

both not get cheated..

oh god older than my car..... hi5 we should create an old car club!!

Old Japanese cars always reliable. Myself driving a 1990 Mitsubishi Galant Super Saloon converted to VR4. Only problem is ECU wiring. Every now and then, engine will fire up as 2 cylinders. A little knock on the dashboard and all done.

Try that with latest cars. Too many computers and electronics.

Yeah that's my main concern... The car came carbureted stock? If convert to ECU could be quite troublesome I think

BPT Mazda? better choice but Damn hard to find..

Owned Ford TX3 Coupe BD back in 90's .. with B6 DOHC... that car damn fast..

The "Financially Unwise Car Owners That Are Frowned Upon By The General Public Because The Car Is Fking Old"
FUCOTAFUBTGPBTCIFO Club 

I like it!
if maintanance isnt an issue the v6 should be more interesting..... (tho mods might be very limited)

The K series engines has V6, but due to JPJ limitation and also realism, a bit overkill to get them. Not saying I wouldn't like a V6 or a V8 

what jpj limitation?? 1.6>2.0, no issues.... have seen one or 2 converted units around.... (one was a really nice red unit on sale last year, around 20-25k....)

Sporty looking and nice interior but choppy ride.

Oh ya 2.0 no problem, thanks for reminding! The KF model would be the best la but still.. Expensive, hard to find, and even harder to maintain.

someone like to baked the cake themself and someone like to buy cake outside ..

both not get cheated..

Cheated as in buying secondhand car and tuning/modding/restoring?
Maybe just personal perspective but here is my very very rough plan:
Car (4k) + Important repairs (8k) + Aesthetics (in and outside, around 3-4k) [also sponsored by lou dao]

As opposed to the Preve I wanted, the moment I buy the car, 10k off market value.

Long run... If can take care I believe secondhand car much more eco, value already kosong 

There are no mechanics that do proper job, claim they can , but have no idea what to do.

In the end , engine seldom runs properly , full of warning lights, overheating , leaking oil ,

All they do is trial and error, change this maybe change that
Again nobody will do a proper job, just hacks that are wasting your time and see that big water fish arrive with daddy support can chop maximum .

If father willing to fork out close to 15k , you can buy hot hatches already . Fiesta st,

Seriously try out the new generation vehicles, it's a buyer's market now , if you take 2016 model, discounts of 10,000 or more is not unheard of

There are no mechanics that do proper job, claim they can , but have no idea what to do.

In the end , engine seldom runs properly , full of warning lights, overheating , leaking oil ,

All they do is trial and error, change this maybe change that
Again nobody will do a proper job, just hacks that are wasting your time and see that big water fish arrive with daddy support can chop maximum .

If father willing to fork out close to 15k , you can buy hot hatches already . Fiesta st,

Seriously try out the new generation vehicles, it's a buyer's market now , if you take 2016 model, discounts of 10,000 or more is not unheard of

so you mean that the new car have non of the problem you mention above ?
even you may say is under warranty

Sir again you're missing the point here... I already have the car, this thread adheres to the topic I've initially set out on, not "Just bought Astina 323, was it a good idea?"
Maybe the mechanic you encounter sucks, I also see many before (mum's sis') and they just buat and in the end more problems, end up have to overhaul.
The mechanic I visit every time also say my car troublesome, but good thing is he enjoys fixing it because he always get common cars. The price he charge me also considered super reasonable, I won't say super cheap lah.
All in all... I understand why you don't agree with my choice, like I said before a lot of people also say money hole lah or bad choice what not.
Well let's just put it this way: I saved up for a car to get around, but I also wanted something that I actually like rather than full on 'reliable', no fun cussing at a 15 year old Iswara anyways 

We have totally different views, I'm open to warnings or advice but my mind is already set on restoring the car. Expensive hobby as compared to collecting vape mods (?) or golf, but in essence it is still a hobby to me.
Some like sports, some like collecting, and some like to spend a fortune to restore old cars 

Absolutely none, nothing can beat a brand new engine vs a completely clapped out, hacked up, mismatched engine with unknown history being jammed into an even older vehicle

Everything is just so so tired , worn , it's not worth the money , time and effort.

If it was a collector car no issue, worth to spend some money , but it's just a run of the mill car, keep it running but not worth spending anymore money on it

And get a new car

Cheated as in buying secondhand car and tuning/modding/restoring?
Maybe just personal perspective but here is my very very rough plan:
Car (4k) + Important repairs (8k) + Aesthetics (in and outside, around 3-4k) [also sponsored by lou dao]

As opposed to the Preve I wanted, the moment I buy the car, 10k off market value.

Long run... If can take care I believe secondhand car much more eco, value already kosong 

ehhh just read.....

u got the car for 4k?? whats the condition like?
Car (4k)
-i hope its in decent condition
Important repairs (8k)
-i assume the engine swap falls within this scope..
-remember you might want to replace wear and tear bits on a halfcut engine... hoses, belts, turbos, sparkies, gaskets (if not gone)
-dont know if you need a new exhaust system.... of if its got holes in it
-bushings/mounts (this can cost a few k alone)
-absorbers if gone
-pads
Aesthetics (in and outside, around 3-4k)
-now heres where its difficult...
-2k would get you an ok paint job...
-interior, this is where things can get scarry.... dash alright cracks? any missing trim? the trim alone can cost a big bomb... rewrappig the seats a few hundred.... dash bits cost quite alot, steering hu all that.

really depends on how far you want to take it......

Lol, such close mindedness

Oh well , you try to help but there's not enough intelligence , no one can help

Life is unfair

hmmm.... just a thought... why not a 3rd gen prelude with a h22 swap? i really like those things... sleek, sporty and some even have 4ws...

*edit* just realized you have already bought thecar 

Lu ari ari Prelude & yes, I totally agreed that Prelude is the King of JDM during its era

Btw, is replacement parts easily available for thie 3rf Gen Prelude ?

If it was a collector car no issue, worth to spend some money , but it's just a run of the mill car, keep it running but not worth spending anymore money on it

And get a new car

Relax bro... I already mention time and time again, yes I will spend a lot.
Look, some people like new cars (like you), and some people like old cars (like me), that sounds pretty open minded in the simplest form possible; understanding preference.

Bottom line, I'm asking A you're giving B. Just scroll back few pages and read again 

Suka hati u, honestly. Sorry I triggered you earlier but you're really not answering the question!
If you want my view on why I chose to restore.... (in case you think I'm some nincompoop that didn't research beforehand)
-total price after repairs maybe few upgrades, less than 20k (including repaint)
-mazda parts are not easy to find, not hard either
-most of the parts are interchangable with Ford's
-first car, only have 4k saved up
-not sure why, bank won't give loan for 9k corolla, nor will they layan an 8 y/o manual saga going for 15k (I tried many times believe me)
-they are still on the road
-FF layout, easy to handle
-globally recognized
-a lot of space in the engine bay for upgrades

I would bash myself if I got a BT KE-70 and be Takumi, 323 was not a good choice nor was it bad. It just takes some time.
Hey, I'm learning a lot about a car that I drive 24/7! That's a huge plus IMO.

i really like the car man.... of that era... one of my fav haha (strangely i dont really like those sharp edged cars, but the prelude is nice)

parts... well... some trim bits difficult.... new bits also susah but halfcut bits are ok... many fellas stockpiled those used wear and tear bits.

meaning still can get if wanna find ?

http://www.mudah.my/1989+Honda+Prelude+2+0+A+-51752821.htm

you have your points no doubt... some people do a job for the sake of just getting it done or just want to be cheap and put in as little money as possible.... these are things one should never do, asking for trouble.
however a properly researched and built car will come out really nice.

sometimes theres just a sense of joy and satisfaction when building a car for yourself, im sure ts understands that for every 1k he puts into it, he will probably get about 100 out of it. (i hope you understand this ts... its something that might come as a huge blow to you otherwise.)

and yes one thing i agree with you here is that this particular car might not have been a great base to start off with (due to several factors, part rarity and value primarily) but one thing said, if he puts effort into it, it will be unique.
323... not so common nowadays, you will probably stand out....
if you are planning to keep long term, its an alright car..... nothing wrong with it

*edit... careful about the little tiny bits... you might think... senang cari...
its sometimes more susahhhhhh than one might expect....

you have your points no doubt... some people do a job for the sake of just getting it done or just want to be cheap and put in as little money as possible.... these are things one should never do, asking for trouble.
however a properly researched and built car will come out really nice.

sometimes theres just a sense of joy and satisfaction when building a car for yourself, im sure ts understands that for every 1k he puts into it, he will probably get about 100 out of it. (i hope you understand this ts... its something that might come as a huge blow to you otherwise.)

and yes one thing i agree with you here is that this particular car might not have been a great base to start off with (due to several factors, part rarity and value primarily) but one thing said, if he puts effort into it, it will be unique.
323... not so common nowadays, you will probably stand out....
if you are planning to keep long term, its an alright car..... nothing wrong with it

*edit... careful about the little tiny bits... you might think... senang cari...
its sometimes more susahhhhhh than one might expect....

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Many don't take into account the motivation factor , a lot is hangat hangat tahi Ayam.  Seen it many times , pocket got cash , hyped up adrenaline going then once the project start , much much bigger hurdles you will start to lose motivation .

It ALWAYS happens like new year resolutions

One major failure, one part cannot be located, then the car starts to sit , days become weeks become months , you get busy with other things, tyres start to flat and next thing you know totally lost interest in it.

Now you have all the money dumped into it, the car is even more worthless than it was, you have to pay to get rid of it, now what ?

Ah, interesting point. I left out the fact that this is literally a I have.
To clear things up no this isn't some new years resolution, it was my plan since Oct 2015. Rejected over and over by banks, keep getting financial drawbacks, and going to work by Uber/Grabcar really eats away your budget. After one year I've finally saved enough and haggled my way to a sporty first car. I know about the heavy repairs that would come underway, but it's something I've achieved at 21 and I feel proud of it. Regardless, it is still the only thing I have not some trophy I keep for fun. I drive it to work, to go yumcha, to go friend place, to go play sports, etc etc. And really, less than 20k for a Japanese car with pop-ups? Bloody steal if you ask me.
About the adrenaline part, refer to above (it is my only way to get around).

To your last point... A car is after all made of smaller parts. It's like the Ship of Theseus, after replacing everything 1-to-1, is it still the same car? Thing is, if really take care, I can go far with this car I'm sure of it. To you it may not be promising as you've not inspected it in the flesh, but you are entitled to your own opinions and I understand your concern. Might even get sappy that you actually care about my personal finance that much, so thanks 

Well put it the other way , if you started with 20k in the pocket and looking for a car , would you still pick a junker and try to patch it up or get a less tired car or even a new car altogether .

If you said it was an mx5, or even Honda type R , mini cooper, volks bug, ok lah not bad

And you had gone through so much as you said, think about how regretful you will feel if the project really fails. You will be like , I should have just gotten something better altogether and not wasted all these time .

Sometimes worth to take a step back and look at it again considering all options. Don't get tunnel vision

Wow you really didn't understand a single thing I said? Please help me look for a Type R for 20 thousand ringgit, let alone the mini :thumbsup:

Why would I be regretful if the restoration is almost complete? Again, please please please, read this thread's topic.
Look advice is ok, unsolicited financial advice? Who you think will listen? Especially when I wasn't even talking about it.

You like new cars, cool. You do you, really. But look, let's tone it down yeah let's say a Preve, roughly 80k la yeah. If cash then great, cool you saved up 80k in cash and owe the bank nothing; if not, you'll need a bank loan for 7-9 years. Assume after 7 years you want to sell the car (after you settle the loan), how much you think can sell? Secondhand Preve now, never exceed 50k, how much you lose? Don't forget ya, 80k is RRP, the interest that goes to the bank will add on lets say another 5 thousand (just an example). Best case scenario you find one guy want to buy for 50k. 85-50 = __ thousand, that's how much you made a clean loss off of.
As for a restored Astina let's say I spent 20k into it, literal worst case scenario for me if it was 20 thousand: Even if the car total loss, I'd lose less assets that you did over the years, and all the money I used was purely for the car itself, no compound interest no down payment. Let's assume the car runs another 7 years just to be on par with the Preve, I still wouldn't make that big of a loss in the end! Even if the car is considered total loss! Plus, in the event that it does crash and burn, I simply have to fork out another few thousand for another secondhand car, by the time I'm sure I'll have a steady income as I already do at the moment. With the knowledge that I've gained from restoring my Astina, I know how to spot and haggle for my next secondhand car.

Your misconception that new cars are just ultimately better than old cars makes you kind of a hypocrite in reference to what you said before, no?
"close minded" and "no intelligence", and you would suggest a volks or an mx-5 when I've clearly asked the questions in my first post?
I have a fine example of ignorance and the inability to comprehend simple conveyance of a shared concern for you:
If you don't know any engines that can swap into a 323, if you don't know jack about restoring/tuning cars, if you have never swapped let alone tuned a car before, if you have no relative input for the topic at hand... Then you have nothing to offer here.

Also, why are you so salty? I'm not using your money dude 

You asked if it's worth it

It is not.

Why you get offended ?

Gila , no wonder banks also don't want to entertain

You're clearly out of your element here, you contributed literally nothing, at least my thread is always on top thanks to this pointless back and forth.

I asked if it's worth because I'm looking for people who have swapped engines into old cars before, people that has experience with it and simply seeking non-financial advice. Price for the engine I want is all out there, JPJ can endorse no problem those have been sorted by the helpful bunch.

If you're just looking to pick a bone instead of giving any sort of helpful information at all then ya know... what can I do.

People have done that already swap old engines into old cars and none have ever succeeded in keeping the car for very long. You can see yourself , there are no more converted cars on the roads anymore wiralutoons, civics , whatever all have gone away.

I have friends who all have gone down that road and all have regretted the time wasted , there is no quality in mechanics in Malaysia at all. And this was 15 years ago when the engines are 15 years younger.

This is the 4th page. I think it is time to employ the "if you find the post offending, don't reply to it" policy and move along.

wiralutoons, civics < ehh jangan. still around yo..... most of the really nice ones are parked and hidden away.
most of these fellas own more than 1 car, usually an other car to drive daily. #petrolmahal

i know quite a number of owners who have kept their old cars many years after swapping them.
Admittedly, the guys who do this are those who have really pampered their cars spent tons of money on them (some who i know twice the car's value) and just dont wana sell them (or have tried and cannot sell them for the price they want  )... pure dedication is required....
those who were not really dedicated to their cars or do a half past six cheap job? Yeah these guys usually end up selling their cars as half done up projects.
*ts this is why im warning you 1st.... 1) you will not get back whatever you put into the car 2) if you intend to keep it long term, get it done right the 1st time!!!

far as quality mechanics... you have to carilah.... far as vtek mechanics go... there are plenty! evo mechanics... also plenty!!
long as you are willing to spend the $ mechanics are not really an issue. Problem is ppl buy these cars cheap, then dont want to spend much on maintaining them. Their ideas are.. spend 20k on a car... why should they spend another 20k refurbishing them... its another 20k they will never see again!

Many i am sure have become too impractical to drive, too unreliable to so any sort of long distance , too uncomfortable and no more resale because that hobby is effectively sunset . Keep until one day sell for loss because need money

That is the most likely end.

Wow you really die-hard fully stock fan
What car do you daily anyways?

I agree on certain points from rcracer because myself is also restoring A31 now. Sometimes manyak pening waiting for parts only used available. Old car is all about time and money. Another thing TS needs to know is old car cannot get 1st party insurance anymore. In case of accident, your insurance only cover people's car. Imagine your insurance is not enough to cover, you will force to pay cash. So be extra vigilant if its your daily ride.

The route you've taken isn't conventional, but I sense that its a risk that may turn out fulfilling later, depending on your motivations. Personally I wish I can restore an old car as a project too. Not many can understand the passion and drives this. They think it's 'not logical'.

Put it this way, what if TS bought a 'proper' car and later regretted the choice he made but couldn't turn back time cause he has lost more to depreciation and yet no where close to what he initially wanted, which is a project car. Then the logic would've been to buy a cheap car at the first place.

It all depends on point of view and some people here are just more used to the mainstream view and they nickpick their friend's failed projects as a deterrent factor that works to their views. Not that anything is wrong with that, but allow la for differing views.

Anyhow, the 323 is a beautiful car, I wish you all the best in your project and do keep us updated. Obviously you would already know that the journey is full of lows amongst the highs but if you are looking to enjoy the journey itself, I think you'll do just great

1997 proton wira 1.5 gl auto, carburetor , 72 full tank travel 200km only

That's an interesting point, about the insurance. Thanks for the info!

How's your A31? Any tips?
Feel like starting another thread about restoring ancient cars 🤔

that might be nais...theres a thread in zth but its talking about old cars not really about restoring em....
anyway ur car belum lagi ancient.....

insurance, actually far as 90's cars go (older than 1990 am not sure) can still get 1st party/comprehensive but its usually only offered to cars whose value is still pretty high. And the premiums are sometimes stupendously high....
try axa..... (i myself am under kurnia, early 90's) i only curse the premiums + loadings....

1997 proton wira 1.5 gl auto, carburetor , 72 full tank travel 200km only

One of my car is a Wira 1997 , carb too , but manual version

rm50 can drive me 350km inclusive of Expressway & not so jam town driving.

if your gearbox kong, worth converting to manual if you intend to keep this car cause Wira parts is cheap & aplenty

For TS, keep your passion going cause I also bought a used E46 & also have in mind to transplant a bigger capacity engine if the current engine sucks , I actually have a few options , either a halfcut BMW or 2Jz , endorsing will be done via the mech cause they will provide all in 1 service........& I just need ready the Cash 

One of my car is a Wira 1997 , carb too , but manual version

rm50 can drive me 350km inclusive of Expressway & not so jam town driving.

if your gearbox kong, worth converting to manual if you intend to keep this car cause Wira parts is cheap & aplenty

For TS, keep your passion going cause I also bought a used E46 & also have in mind to transplant a bigger capacity engine if the current engine sucks , I actually have a few options , either a halfcut BMW or 2Jz , endorsing will be done via the mech cause they will provide all in 1 service........& I just need ready the Cash 

Wapiang 3.0, k la below 2.0 is all I'm after... I just wanna go faster nia.
Then again half-cut BM engine sounds interesting. What do you recommend?

Wapiang 3.0, k la below 2.0 is all I'm after... I just wanna go faster nia.
Then again half-cut BM engine sounds interesting. What do you recommend?

The nice one is M54B30

but roadtax will kill your wallet

2Jz 

Interesting.... never thought of putting German muscle into a Japanese car. Does it even fit and is it even safe/legal? 🤔

ahha that was suggestions for himself.... for you, that is a whole can of worms you dont wana try open...

suggest you just keep the current engine for now and do more homework dulu......

also suggest you consider something which is a direct swap, i dont think you are ready for a complicated engine swap. cheaper and less of a headache
remember whole wiring loom must go together.. meter cluster has to fit too.... on the plus side old cars less electrical shenanigans to deal with (not even thinking about clearances, mountings, matching stuff up, shafts)

Well put it the other way , if you started with 20k in the pocket and looking for a car , would you still pick a junker and try to patch it up or get a less tired car or even a new car altogether .

If you said it was an mx5, or even Honda type R , mini cooper, volks bug, ok lah not bad

And you had gone through so much as you said, think about how regretful you will feel if the project really fails. You will be like , I should have just gotten something better altogether and not wasted all these time .

Sometimes worth to take a step back and look at it again considering all options. Don't get tunnel vision

Your point 4. Is it even worth it ?

Agreed, but dreaming about it also feels good yeah

Direct swap.... I suppose B6T is the most suitable and realistic candidate. Blacktops really high in demand, and Honda engine.... see how lah, the B16 still sounds tempting. VTEC man, VTEC.

That's an interesting point, about the insurance. Thanks for the info!

How's your A31? Any tips?
Feel like starting another thread about restoring ancient cars 🤔

no offencelah but b16a is way outa your budget.... and again you gona have to make custom mounts, exhausts, wirings... and last but not least... 10/10 illegal.... (not sure about that dif make transplant form tho, but selling off in the future is definitely very difficult)

if u really want a b16a... why not sell off the 323 and get a honda.... not much more expensive, parts are easier see where this is going? 

So far my car no biggy. All parts are functional. My expectation is car paint looks good, no rust and engine is healthy. The rest still can close one eye. Playing old car must have reliable forman. I have one specialized in nissan and RB engine. His charges are very reasonable. He is helpful enough to source most parts. I just pay him and he will kautim everything .

Not bad, done anything to the car?

Dude seriously, wtf? TS already has the car. Stop telling him la wrong car to buy, buy what car, etc etc. Nasi sudah menjadi bubur, So stop asking for fried rice.

Nope , nothing , it's not worth to spend anything more other than what is needed to keep it running