[Mike Hall]

I have noticed that the C2 is getting some bad reviews regarding some issues with the engine. I was not aware of these issues until tonight and i just bought a 90 C2 CAB today with 60K miles. First off let me tell a little about what i have learned about this car over the past few days.

First off the car has been sitting up for almost 2+ years. The owner had some health problems which caused the car to only acquire about 1000 miles in the past 4 years which cant be good for a car like this.

Upon a short test drive i was shocked and how solid the whole car felt. The car also surprised me at how strong it was for not being a turbo car. Anyhow the test drive was nice but once we got back i noticed a good amount of smoke coming from the passenger side. The owner said the car was hauled to and from the shop for service and that the car was over filled with oil.
Here are the things i would like to know.

First, would the oil on the exhaust system be related to the over filling of oil, or could it be the problem with the head that i have read about on the forum? Note that the drivers side of the engine was dry from oil so there was no leaks on that side.

Second, How can i find out if my car had the heads and flywheel updated? I have some records of service on this car but nothing about getting engine updates.

Third, If i have not had the updates where do i go to get them? This car was purchased for my wife and i do not want to have it break down on her. Is this something that a dealer has to do, and was it a recall repair back when the car was still new?

Forth, What kind of flywheel / clutch issues did this model car have and how can i find out if they have been fixed. I felt like the clutch in the car was very smooth and noticed nothing that would be a sign of problems. I have launched the car somewhat hard and the clutch seems to be as strong and it might have been new.

This will put my mind to rest once answered because im worried to death i have bought something that will cost more than its worth. The car is in what i would call very nice shape for a 90 model car with 60K on it. It did have some paint work done but after checking the car over i do not see any sign of sheet metal damage. I have been screwing around with cars for a while and have had my share of hidden damage so i checked this car out very well for past body damage and found nothing at all. The top is brand new and works awesome. I don't think i have never seen a cant top work so well and fit so tight. Anyhow i would say the car is a good 8 all around and i ended up paying $22K for it. OH yeah the car is red with black top and interior.

Mike