Going to look at a GTRA

[Cobrafang]

Please let me know any specific things I need to look for when purchasing a GTRA. I am going on Friday 12 Dec. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

-Cobra

[eric1h]

where is it at? what will you use it for?

[eric1h]

things I would look for....

fuel pump grinding or making odd noises, they are normally LOUD, but should not grind of "rev" up and down

brake rotors, they can be pricey to replace @ $400 each wheel

leaking axles seals, not expensive but a PITA

if possible check the front hubs for cracks, bearing play.

Hours on the motor/car?

condition of body panels.

Some GTRA's had ERW tubing which is NOT allowed in some race classes or even open lapping/HPDE events

transmission shifts through the gears smoothly without grinding.

not blowing any smoke when started or running

power steering rack play

Fiberglass vs ABS body, I think the ABS is a better setup, mine is fiberglass and it is very fragile!

Justa few things you may want to look at,

[Cobrafang]

Originally Posted by eric1h

where is it at? what will you use it for?

It is at wirewheels in FL. I will use it for track days initially....but where I go from there depends. I am really not sure what all is available for competition with this car. It is car #52.

[David Eastman]

Fang,

We are heading to Florida on Friday as well. Will be at Sebring for the weekend. If you have time stop buy. I have a Fiberglass car and Pomroy as a plastic car. Having another Panoz in town will be cool. Cell 706-399-1017

David,

[eric1h]

The reason I ask the "what's it for" is because of the ERW rollbar tubing, most now require DOM tubing, although these may grandfather in.

[David Eastman]

They go to go for HSR for sure I don't know about NASA.


David

[GTS#25]

Here is one for sale in Atlanta
http://www.racecar2000.com/classifie...-ad-21775.html

[Blue Streak 21]

Gary Jones is also selling his school car. He's in Augusta GA. You can check out his web site at Gary Jones Motorsports. I think his GT-RA will be listed for $15k. His cars are in great shape. A buddy of mine purchased another GT-RA from his shop, and was very happy with it.

[Wess-RA]

Cobrafang, did you buy your car yet? If not there is an RA on the west coast which was just dropped to $13.5K. Very, very good price! Let me know and I can put you in touch. The seller is a super honest guy.

[ExoticSpotting]

Originally Posted by Cobrafang

It is at wirewheels in FL. I will use it for track days initially....but where I go from there depends. I am really not sure what all is available for competition with this car. It is car #52.

You mean this car?
I visited Wirewheel while I was on vacation in October.

[Cobrafang]

Yes. What did you think about the car? I am thinking of looking at it again.

I had a situation arise that prevented me to from going to FL.

v/r
Cobra

Originally Posted by ExoticSpotting

You mean this car?
I visited Wirewheel while I was on vacation in October.

[Cobrafang]

I tried to get to his site, but there was nothing listed on Cars for Sale. Do you know if he still has the panoz GTRA? Is his shop still located in Hepzibah?

-Cobra

Originally Posted by Blue Streak 21

Gary Jones is also selling his school car. He's in Augusta GA. You can check out his web site at Gary Jones Motorsports. I think his GT-RA will be listed for $15k. His cars are in great shape. A buddy of mine purchased another GT-RA from his shop, and was very happy with it.

[eric1h]

I dont think his website has EVER been updated, best to call him

[Cobrafang]

Will do thanks.

-Cobra

Originally Posted by eric1h

I dont think his website has EVER been updated, best to call him