Hi. I'm going to look at a 92 se auto. with 160K miles on it tommorow. Is there any specific "problems" I should be looking for? I am aware of the VTC problem, but does anyone know of any other common problems? Any and all help would be greatly appreciated!!

 

I have a 92 gxe and the only thing I have run into is the door lock timer, and the door lock assemblies being messed up. They are easy fixes if your a backyard mech with minimal tools. The door lock timer can be soldered, you'll see a broken solder joint. The door lock assemblies have problems staying together and it causes your locks to work funny. Take out the assembly and put a bolt through where the pivot arm for the locks (door lock, electric lock and lock for the door.). You put a bolt through the whole thing and you'll be in good. Beside that you might get some brake noise from the rear brakes. It's only annoying.

 

VTC failure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and tranny probs.

 

TRANSMISSION, body rust, window regulators (mine have failed twice).. Also check the rear spoiler, mine has come undone and is being held by double-sided heavy duty tape/velcro..

 

Some people get lucky and have no problems

 

Problem #1 auto tranny....get a 5spd