GazzaGSi Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Morning everyone, how you all doing? Ive been browsing the forums for some months now but just decided to sign up as in the coming weeks I will be buying my first Supra. At the minute I drive a MK3 Astra GSi which for the interested can be seen here: Pic 1 Pic 2 Pic 3 Pic 4 I have been to look at acouple of Supras in my local area but do not mind travelling the distance to find the right one, I was wondering if you guys could give me some pointers and things to look at for when viewing one as my knowledge on the vehicle is still fairly limited. I am after a J-spec 6 speed manual or a UK-spec 6 speed manual. Another thing that concerns me is, what is classed as 'high mileage' on a supra? As usually i try to buy a low mileage car but for a UK-spec one this is proving difficult. Also, when buying a J-Spec Supra, is there anything else I should look at compared to buying a UK one? Well, just thought id introduce myself and say hello. Hopefully you lot will be able to guide me in the right direction to finding my car Thanks, Gaz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz Walker Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Hi Gazza, Welcome to the club. Theres loads of information about different models and specs available in the FAQ section, saves us typing it all out again. Re the mileage issue, these cars are very very reliable. Theres cars on here done over 300k without engine engine or turbo replacements. Many topics about this before, try a search Regards, Gaz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaGSi Posted October 1, 2005 Author Share Posted October 1, 2005 Hi Gazza, Welcome to the club. Theres loads of information about different models and specs available in the FAQ section, saves us typing it all out again. Re the mileage issue, these cars are very very reliable. Theres cars on here done over 300k without engine engine or turbo replacements. Many topics about this before, try a search Regards, Gaz. Thanks for that, and sorry for not using the search buton/using the faqs first Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz Walker Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Thanks for that, and sorry for not using the search buton/using the faqs first Cheers No problem, your lucky it wasn't jake who answered first lol Have you found them OK? - http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/forumdisplay.php?f=69 Gaz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaGSi Posted October 1, 2005 Author Share Posted October 1, 2005 Have you found them OK? - http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/forumdisplay.php?f=69 Gaz. Thats perfect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Terminator Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Low mile UK 6 TT are a rare find, you will get good 6TT import with little or no salt damage. JDM cars have harder suspenstion as standard, Uk style brakes werean oprtion on earlier JDM car but standard later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaGSi Posted October 1, 2005 Author Share Posted October 1, 2005 Low mile UK 6 TT are a rare find, you will get good 6TT import with little or no salt damage. JDM cars have harder suspenstion as standard, Uk style brakes werean oprtion on earlier JDM car but standard later. Thanks for that, v.useful and something else to consider when buying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hadyn Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Hell and welcome Do not be scared by higher mileage and dont be put off by j-specs which are just as good as the UK specs. I used to be cautious of mileage and so held out for a 60k example. My Supra seems to get better with age and literally soaks up the miles. You wont have anything really to worry about with a 100k example as long as its been regularly serviced Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBR Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 welcome to the forum m8, you have come to the right place! most peeps on here is very helpful an knowledgeable on the supra! if ur after a low mileage uk tt 6, be prepared for a LONNGGGG wait (i waited well over a yr for mine an even then i had to be lay deposit the day after it was advertised so it didn't get gobbled up!, they are very rare cars and usually come with a hefty price tag!, if insurance price isnt too much of a problem for you i would go for the j-spec as they are easier to source. make sure to post up pics when you have got it. Good luck with the find (does it have to be manual uktt, as there are a couple of auto knocking about) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 welcome to the forum. nice Astra dude;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Peace Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Welcome mate! Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpie Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Hi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Do not be scared by higher mileage and dont be put off by j-specs which are just as good as the UK specs. From an engine point of view I would agree, if it has been well maintained with regular services then it should be fine. I would worry though about getting a high milage car running original suspension components, as these will most probably need replacing, which is a costly job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 i have a nice low mileage tt for sale here http://www.jm-imports.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markrzs Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Matey ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR.B Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Welcome mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaGSi Posted October 1, 2005 Author Share Posted October 1, 2005 Hi all thanks for the friendly replies. I would prefer a manual as i have been told that an auto takes out some on the 'driving experience' but having never driven a auto I can not comment, maybe people on here who have autos could enlighten me? Insurance isnt a problem to be honest, paid high premiums since i was first driving. A UK spec supra is cheaper to insure than a jap one but are a little cheaper to buy so they kind of cancel each other out. Jurgen-Jm-Imports, thankyou for the web address, had a good browse. Where abouts are you based? Thanks again for the friendly welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 am based in newcastle, the silver car in question is not ready till few weeks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzaGSi Posted October 1, 2005 Author Share Posted October 1, 2005 welcome to the forum. nice Astra dude;) Thanks do like to look after cars, pride and joy. Jurgen-Jm-Imports, Thanks, could you PM me some info over about it please. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Welcome, thats a clean looking Astra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BURT Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 to the club fella Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nismo_lp Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Mine is also available ... imported by Jurgen at JM Imports as his usual imports are its a very good example with very low miles.... im based in Peterborough which is only an hour away from you as well. http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=47768 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian R Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 so will you be selling the Astra ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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