Should I buy that RB?

Mackpaq · newbie Joined: 13 Jun 2002 Posts: 3

Hi folks - a plea to any past and present RB Gemini owners out there - I am thinking of buying my own 1985 RB. The one I have in mind is in good cond - the air con works, the electric mirrors work, done 197000K but with recent timing chain. Has the little holden alloy rims, pretty much 5 brand new tyres and does not seem to blow smoke or have any cancer (rust). The discs (brakes) are ok - the pads are brand new, and the suspension rubbers seem fine - one front shocky is leaking oil, but will clean that off for rego inspection. There is a bit of oil around the bottom of the sump, which I think can be easily remedied - will pass rego inspection if wiped off. The interior is fine - no cracks in the dash or rips in the seat. The Owner wants $800 with no rego. Sound good?

Racegem · backyard mechanic Joined: 30 Jan 2002 Posts: 987

Sound OK, but it's a Gemini in name and stud pattern only. Four wheel drift in a front wheel drive is a scary thing! Give me RWD anyday!
Because they only had a short production life, parts for these are both scarce and expensive. For example, smashing a headlight will set you back somewhere around $600.00 genuine with nothing available aftermarket. And try finding one at the wreckers! Something to consider...

alan · tinkerer Joined: 07 Apr 2002 Posts: 429

HE he, you think thats bad. think about the poor chap who was beaming in here the other day cos he bought a Piazza. Wait till he starts looking for parts for a 300 only imported vehicle.

Racegem · backyard mechanic Joined: 30 Jan 2002 Posts: 987

Yeah, but at least if you wreck the piazza the parts are useful. lol

Gemini Driving Yobbo · petrol head Joined: 26 Feb 2002 Posts: 3897

My suggestion is to look around for a real gemini

gatesy · rice boy Joined: 04 Oct 2001 Posts: 15

I totally agree with Gemini Driving Yobbo on this one. Unfortunately I own one of these sh*tboxes and have had nothing but trouble with it. Owned 3 TF's before the RB and never had anywhere near as many problems as this one.

Mackpaq · newbie Joined: 13 Jun 2002 Posts: 3

Thanks guys - I bought it anyway. If it lasts a couple years for $800 - I think I'm doing ok. I will post to this site with my experiences - positive or negative. Have a safe weekend.

Bugle · tinkerer Joined: 08 Oct 2001 Posts: 221

Oi I bought a Piazza, and parts are not expensive! Alot cheaper than prices i've heard other manufacturers charge for parts on more common cars.. Plus jap wreckers stock parts they pull off imported wrecks.