Looking at getting a 1994 off E-Bay if it checks out when I pick it up. It has the 3.4 with auto in it. This would be for my Daughter and it has 80k miles. Is the 3.4 a good motor? Does this particular year have any issues I should check before plopping down the cash? She wanted something sporty and really wanted an Eclipse but even at 100,000 plus miles they are $3,500 or better. One we had our eyes on nearby had 160,000 miles and was still near $3,000. The Camaro would be a great deal if the 3.4 V-6 holds up well. We had a 1989 RS with I believe a 2.8 or 3.8 and that sucker wouldn't die! It had near 150,000 miles when sold.

Questions:

What does the 3.4 have for timing? If it is steel gears and chain it should have another 50k or so miles left but it would be nice to know.

What does everyone pull down driving normal in the City and HWY?


How many miles do you have on your 3.4 or how long do they last?

 

I have a 94 3.4 v6 and its a good daily driver. Nearly 160K on the clock and still drives as good as the day I bought her nearly 6 years ago, man I can't blieve its been that long. All original stuff timing chain cam lifters ect. But then again I'm very **** retentive with the maintenence on my car so I know its been taken care of and will last a long time to come. But I'v seen the 3.4 go well past 200K and I mean well past and still drive strong. The only problem with mine is that my valve seats are starting to go and need a top end rebuild. But other than that she runs nice and strong. Can still dance on the new v6 mustangs any day of the week.

 

these cars are actually pretty good for longevity

they're not the fastest in teh world (which is perfect for your daughter), and they dont get particularily good gas mileage, for saying they dont have that much power, but they look nice, can sound quite nice, etc. and can be had for cheap

 

i live in baltimore md and have a 94 3.4 with 117000 miles on it with no major problems

 

Here it is: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...RK%3AMEWN%3AIT

Hopefully it is a good deal.

 

My 94 3.4 has 204,000+ miles on the engine and has never let me down. The alternator is as far as i've been into the engine on this car lol. They are a good car to have for a daily driver as I have for almost 5 years. And I drive the **** out of my car everyday. looks to be a nice car. good luck w/ it

 

200,000 is outstanding! How many did it have when you took delivery? I just wonder if the motor had ever been rebuilt or trans rebuilt?

 

I've got a nicer one than this for sale right now. It is a teal blue 1994 3.4l.

The interior is *mint* no tears, smells or defects. It is much better than that red one you posted the ebay link to. Mine also has the Delco Bose CD premium stereo in it with the factory subwoofer and it all works perfectly. It sounds great! It has Yokohama tires with more than 50% tread life left on them. The engine bay is clean and looks like new. It runs, sounds and drives like new. Everything works. I've been through the entire car with a fine toothed comb in the last month. I spent $1000 on parts alone to restore it back to "brand new" like condition. It was bought brand new in 1994 by a friend of mine. He always babied it. It has had Duralube in the oil and transmission fluid sinse its first oil change. It does not burn any oil. It shifts perfectly and the transmission fluid looks like new. It does not knock, tick or make any noises. The only modifications it has is a K&N filter and 255 series tires. (235 is stock) If you were to closely inspect and drive this car you would not think it had more than 50000 miles on it. It has 185,000 miles on it. This car looks like it could be sitting in a showroom.

$2900.

items replaced:
new plugs
new wires
new PCV valve
new fuel filter
rebuilt throttle body
rebuilt EGR valve
new motor mounts
new catalytic converter
new belt
new battery
new pads and rotors in front
new brake fluid
new rearend fluid
new drivers door window (the old one was scratched)
new windshield wipers
new EGR gaskets


interior fully removed / shampooed/ cleaned / restored
exterior touched up .buffed / waxed /detailed
detailed the rims/ center caps.
I also seafoamed the motor.

here are pictures.

 

Intercooler - You got a really good deal on that car!

With all due respect Tabahr I would take the 80,miles vehicle anyday

 

looks like you came out nicely. looks better than mine

 

He did get a good deal! He should feel good about that.

When you get into 1994 model year cars, the age can be as much a factor as the miles. Its things like heater cores, radiators, hoses, etc that can dry out and get brittle with age and corrosion.

I bet you $100 mine looks newer, though! I've spent countless hours bringing it back to new condition over the past month. I know these cars really well, and this one is really in nice shape. It's solid and rattle free. It has always been kept indoors so there is not any fading or cracking on the interor.

In any event, congratulations on your new car and welcome to the wonderful world of Camaros!

 

Yours does look amazing! Mileage can be misleading as an indicator of being roadworthy too. I almost bet yours is cleaner but the mileage is something that has to be considered. She doesn't like any of the shades of green though. How many miles did yours have when you got it? 185k is really good on any vehicle!

 

It's a great deal! Be sure to check everything on that car - leaks, noises, tranny, etc. It could be salvaged before - look for bent parts, paint, dash. That was private auction, for a cheap car, it's probably right from a dealer car auction.

I just noticed, that you are from North East, MD. I love this place - used to drive 2 hours from DC for a walk in a park

 

I have put maybe 50 miles on the car. It had sat in his garage for 6 months prior to me getting it. His wife used to commute in it before she got her new truck.

Have you ever had any experience with Duralube? I would strongly recommend putting it in your red 3.4 as soon as you get it. Put it in the engine, transmission and power steering. The stuff is amazing. I swear a motor with Duralube in it will last literally forever. This 3.4 with 285000 miles on it runs like brand new. The oil stays clean and it doesnt burn a drop. I have no doubt in my mind this 3.4 will go at least another 100000 miles.

Ok, i'll shut up now before I start sounding like an infomercial.

 

Honestly I would rather have TABAHR's Camaro over the red one. His has t-tops and BOSE. It looks to be clean as hell too. The red one isn't bad but you get so much more for the money with the green one. I wish I could sell my beater tomorrow. I would buy that car in a heart beat for my dd.