SILKYSMOOTH Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 (edited) Hi guys As some of you may know I am going abroad soon and I am going to take a Supra with me whatever happens. In order for me to take one without paying loads of tax I have to have it registered on my name for at least 6 months before I can take it with me. So I am on the search for a nice standard TT (black) possibly with a few light mods then I can do a few things to it as I go along when I'm abroad. But have to sell the other cars 1st. That was the plan...however I have seen some nice NA's around at good prices which I was thinking of converting to a turbo. Should I not bother coverting and just go for an original TT...job done?, what implications are there of converting (will there still be a big difference between the two? (if I was to get that done it would be done here in the UK before the car goes over...I want the car ready to drive for when I'm there). I guess im looking for the pro's and con's of both compared against each other and overall reliability, maintenance and performance. Also forgot to mention that a Targa top is also an option, correct me if I am wrong these come in auto's only...right? (unless converted) Advice is greatly appreciated. Edited July 28, 2008 by SILKYSMOOTH (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SILKYSMOOTH Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 I think I will trust my instincts and go with whatever I find, If I am fortunate enough like my like previous purchase I should not have a problem and hopefully buy the 1st car I see. Thanks anyway. Bumpety Bump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Before you even plan on doing any mods, check what the restrictions are in the relevant country, some can be REALLY funny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SILKYSMOOTH Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 Before you even plan on doing any mods, check what the restrictions are in the relevant country, some can be REALLY funny. Very true, many of my friends abroad have had to dismantal their cars because of their upgrades. Thats why I am leaning towards a standard TT, the mods that I want to do are merely cosmetic to the interior and engine bay, and maybe brakes/suspension. You never know I may find one to be exactly what Im looking for without the need to modify as long as the engine is standard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_si Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 where are you going to be fella?? i would opt for the twin tub due to knowing the stock parts are designed for a turbo and the pressure it puts on the car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SILKYSMOOTH Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 (edited) where are you going to be fella?? i would opt for the twin tub due to knowing the stock parts are designed for a turbo and the pressure it puts on the car thats what I was thinking...Thats exactly what I wanted to hear/read... Im going somewhere HOT in the Med (not that I like the heat much), was also thinking about how the heat might affect the car in the hot weather? Edited July 29, 2008 by SILKYSMOOTH (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SILKYSMOOTH Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 (edited) TT it is then Targa tops come in TT's right? but auto only? and do they have air con as standard? also what year/model of supra's are fitted with traction control? I know I'm being a bit lazy but you guys have all the answers;) Edited July 29, 2008 by SILKYSMOOTH (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_si Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 is that cyprus then fella?? you can say. ul be hard pushed to find an aerotop twin around, they are like gold dust Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SILKYSMOOTH Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 is that cyprus then fella?? you can say. ul be hard pushed to find an aerotop twin around, they are like gold dust Yeah buddy...Cyprus here we come Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_si Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 hahah i was posted over there too, not many supras around but they sell for stupid money over there so i would buy before and import it in. even sell it there and make sum money. i looked at a green turbo there and they wanted 16k cyp which was nearly 20 k english that was on a 94 plate and not in that good a condition tbh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SILKYSMOOTH Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 hahah i was posted over there too, not many supras around but they sell for stupid money over there so i would buy before and import it in. even sell it there and make sum money. i looked at a green turbo there and they wanted 16k cyp which was nearly 20 k english that was on a 94 plate and not in that good a condition tbh exactly, but things have changed a bit now because now CY is a member of the EU, and prices have dropped considerably. That's why I must take one with me so I don't pay any tax, might even take an NA too if I have any money left over. Where were you stationed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_si Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 was over in the esba mate. on the contrary pal my cousin just had his wedding out there, its still as expensive as ever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SILKYSMOOTH Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 (edited) was over in the esba mate. on the contrary pal my cousin just had his wedding out there, its still as expensive as ever Cool....don't get me wrong things are expensive but just like the 'credit crunch' here it's affecting the value of property, cars and other meaningful assets. Still expensive though in general...have to agree. I remember being over there many years ago and a pack of cigarettes was only 35cents, they are now 1.50 to 2.50 Edited July 29, 2008 by SILKYSMOOTH (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_si Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 yeh true but still way cheaper than the uk, have a good time out there buddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SILKYSMOOTH Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 (edited) yeh true but still way cheaper than the uk, have a good time out there buddy Thanks buddy...haven't seen my brother in 2 years, also haven't spent any time with the old man in at least 5 years (havent seen him for 2 years and only saw him for a week or so even then, probably add up to a month in last 5 years), so it's about time I go and get settled and catch up with the family as well. Edited July 29, 2008 by SILKYSMOOTH (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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