Mallo Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 Now then all, as some may know im seriously thinking about investing in a Supra. But i really really want the aero top, knowing that this is not a Turbo im curious to know peoples thoughts. How these feel, what the MPG range is etc Im also interested to know rough costs on adding the turbo lump or alternative ways to improve the engine. I dont really want to get a turbo as i want the aero top more. For me this would be a great advantage to my photography, where as owning a hard top would make rolling shots soo much harder. Thoughs, any videos welcome etc cheers Mallo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Attero Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 18mpg average Around £3-4k to fit a TT engine. Another £3k to fit a 6spd gearbox. OR Around £5k (estimate) to a full turbo setup on the N/A block. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuaneT.Turbo Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 I had an Aerotop Auto TT, they ar rare but out there.. if you have to think about MPG, then bad choice lol D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallo Posted April 26, 2011 Author Share Posted April 26, 2011 Also ive had a friend 100% convinced they do a Turbo Aero top!?!?! Now im confused to hell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr lover Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 Well i have a tt aerotop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 Also ive had a friend 100% convinced they do a Turbo Aero top!?!?! Now im confused to hell. they do but its auto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallo Posted April 26, 2011 Author Share Posted April 26, 2011 I want a supra but it will be a daily and i travel all over the country shooting cars, can be every weekend. So MPG is a problem, maybe a supra just isnt the choice as of yet Shitty UK with stupid fuel prices Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 I want a supra but it will be a daily and i travel all over the country shooting cars, can be every weekend. So MPG is a problem, maybe a supra just isnt the choice as of yet Shitty UK with stupid fuel prices Buy one that's been converted to LPG. Very few and far between though.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty71 Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 Buy one that's been converted to LPG. Very few and far between though.. is that what yours is with the 46 mpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 I want a supra but it will be a daily and i travel all over the country shooting cars, can be every weekend. So MPG is a problem, maybe a supra just isnt the choice as of yet Shitty UK with stupid fuel prices Wouldn't recommend it then if you are doing a lot of miles every day around the country. Unless of course you are earning a lot of £££!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 I want a supra but it will be a daily and i travel all over the country shooting cars, can be every weekend. So MPG is a problem, maybe a supra just isnt the choice as of yet Shitty UK with stupid fuel prices i no it sounds harsh but if you are all ready concerned about running costs then currently this is not the car for you, they are not cheap cars to run/ maintain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 If mpg is an issue, a Supra will be a problem. Id consider getting something frugal for a daily, and start saving for one as a second car. It seems very few Supras can manage more than 30mpg on a very steady run. TBH any 90s sportscar will be pretty crap on fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshbuddy Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 how about a micra aerotop ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobUK Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 I have a TT 6 Speed Aerotop But back on conversation...... Maybe a mini?? Supra Loves Shell and doesn't go past many garages Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digsy Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 I use my Supra (SZ aerotop) as a daily drive and used to turn over about 18000 miles per year. I spent a lot of time working out what it would cost to run and it currently works out about £400 per month. That includes routine servicing according to the Toyota schedule but done by myself (i.e. no labour charge), fuel, insurance, tax and consumables like tyres and brake pads. I spend about £250 per month on fuel and my insurance premium is about £600 per year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallo Posted April 26, 2011 Author Share Posted April 26, 2011 The car Running costs isnt a problem, the amount of discount i get on products is better than any garage can quote u lol Just the fuel. Its just the daily drive, it maybe annoying, i do like them alot and i dont generally like jap cars most bore me, and feel like a toy from toys r us lol But the supra hits alot of good spots, and im a picky twat, even on my previous cars, id be more of a JDM boy lol But yes milage is a problem i cant hesitate if they chance arises to pop to london over night, or do belgium etc. Ive gone from Golf's and Passats that will do 800 miles on £60 fuel a year ago. Then upto a 217bhp Mk4 Golf 1.8T that cost a bomb but was alot of fun, but then i had a clio 200 cup when at Max Power and was strangly good on fuel :-/ Mmmmh still follow the Supra boys no matter what and styles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purity14 Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 Just LPG it, they are quite good on juice then. I get 80 miles to a tenner pretty regularly, and i dont drive like a granny either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 But i really really want the aero top, knowing that this is not a Turbo im curious to know peoples thoughts. How these feel, what the MPG range is etc Not all aerotops are NA's, there were also twin turbo auto aerotops. Im also interested to know rough costs on adding the turbo lump or alternative ways to improve the engine. I dont really want to get a turbo as i want the aero top more. There is very little you can do to significantly increase the power of a 2JZ-GE Supra. Buying an NA Supra and doing a reliable turbo conversion will cost many many £K's, it's not just a case of bolting on a turbo, there are a LOT of other supporting modifications that need doing - fueling, ECU/mapping, electronics, drivetrain, cooling, etc. Far cheaper to buy an Aero TT to start with. ...and if you are worried about fuel costs don't buy a Supra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Raven Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 Hmm. Well why not get a cheap 306 diesel for work and a supra for weekends/days off? Mine was stupidly cheap, does around 22mpg and i brought a TT lump with gearbox for 1k. I will attempt to fit it myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 The car Running costs isnt a problem, the amount of discount i get on products is better than any garage can quote u lol Just the fuel. You'll find that Toyota parts will be expensive. The traders on here undercut even heavily discounted Toyota dealership prices. (unless you know people who sell products at less than cost ) DONT underestimate how expensive Supras can be when they go wrong, you wouldn't be the first to sell a non running car due to the many thousands required to put it right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 Just thinking about it, you are planning on using the Supra to do rolling shots for your work? Wouldn't it be better suited to a car with a smooth ride to ensure quality camera focus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digsy Posted April 27, 2011 Share Posted April 27, 2011 The car Running costs isnt a problem, the amount of discount i get on products is better than any garage can quote u lol Just the fuel. Well if its just fuel then its simple maths. My car has averaged 21 MPG over the last 50 fill ups and has never got above 27MPG on a long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supraGZaerotop Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 (edited) 130mile motorway drive costs £30, 120mile for the week, b-road/town drive to my works 24mile a day is £40ish a week so they not great, but i think you could do alot worse. mine also has brand new cats from toyota and brandnew 02 sensor. Edited July 12, 2011 by supraGZaerotop (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imi Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 130mile motorway drive costs £30 assuming £1.4 / ltr - this works out to be 27mpg. 120mile for the week, b-road/town drive to my works 24mile a day is £40ish a week so they not very clear, like above, works out to be 19mpg. fairly typical of a TT - wonder whether modern sports cars of similar performance would do any better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 My bloody focus ST averages around 23mpg and that's mixed motorway driving so a Supra really isn't too bad for the power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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