All,

I have come across a 2006 HSE Supercharged vehicle with Nav and entertainment system that has been sitting for about 5 years. it is being auctioned off...starting at $4,000..

Interior is fantastic...no issues..

Engine, well...I'm not sure...the original keys have been lost so before I bid on it I would like to get a replacement set of keys, or try to at least power up the electronics without the keys...anyone know a way to do that?

If I can acquire another set of keys, my game plan would be to :

1. Make sure all the electronics work...if so I'll bid on it, I'm most concerned about the air suspension operating...can that be done with out starting the engine?

2. Assuming I win the bid, I would have it flat bedded back to my house where I would drain the fuel and put some kerosene done each cylinder and let it sit for a few days

3. new battery and start..

Questions...is this beast even worth $4K ? What other major issues should I look for ?

Thanks in advance!

 

For that price and without being able to start it up or test electrical systems you are asking for trouble.

 

That's what I'm thinking...maybe $1K or $2K it might be worth it..

 

I see good running ones in NVa area for $5k-6k on cl on a regular basis.

 

At that price the worst you can expect is to part it out to recover some of the initial cost. Run away, you will have another several $K in it even if it is decent. There is a reason it sat for 5 years.