If begin w/ 3.0L goto 4.2 OR goto PES 3.0?
03-16-2006, 08:55 AM
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If begin w/ 3.0L goto 4.2 OR goto PES 3.0?
Fact is the 3.0 is lacking in the power department.
I was amazed to see that the kbb on my 03'3.0 with 25k is only $25k whereas for a 03' 4.2 with 35k it's $35k!!!
The PES upgrade would prob cost me around $5k, but it wouldn't increase the value of the car.
If I plan on keeping the car for another 2-3 years, isn't the PES a good option? (please say yes!) Everything I read said it was very reliable.
I was amazed to see that the kbb on my 03'3.0 with 25k is only $25k whereas for a 03' 4.2 with 35k it's $35k!!!
The PES upgrade would prob cost me around $5k, but it wouldn't increase the value of the car.
If I plan on keeping the car for another 2-3 years, isn't the PES a good option? (please say yes!) Everything I read said it was very reliable.
03-16-2006, 09:23 AM
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Remember that you need to upgrade the brakes and suspension to match the power.
If you get 91 octane or live in a hot climate or drive the car under prolonged heavy load, you may end up with pinging. Other folks have no problems whatsoever. It's a crap shoot.
03-16-2006, 09:24 AM
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I'd get a 4.2 with a reliable engine and a warranty before I spent 5K on something that...
...will effect the value and reliability of your car.
4.2's plenty fast for what this car is and will be worth more in the end.
4.2's plenty fast for what this car is and will be worth more in the end.
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