View Full Version : Hello Everyone - Some Advice Needed Please
Came across this web-site tonight and have been reading loads of threads etc but need some advice asap before I pay up in full for a TT 94 Auto.
I have been looking for ages for a quality Rev3 MR2 Turbo to replace the one I sold about 3.5 years ago, however stumbled across the Supra TT about a week ago and haven't been able to stop looking for a decent one since.
I came across the car at the weekend and will be paying the deposit tomorrow morning, just wanted to get some re-assurance that the price was right for the spec etc as I found the private sellers ad that was placed prior to part exchanging with a local trader. Any help would be greatly appreciated. The link for the ad is
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/116510.htm
The trader has it up for £7,950.00 - so any feedback will be greatly appreciated.
Hopefully I will be spending more time on this forum in the weeks to come;)
Chris
Hmmm,
Without knowing anything about the car...
Nothing seems to be fitted properly..
the fcon looks a bit hacked in,
the panel under the dash isn't screwed in properly..
handbrake looks very scruffy...
This would also worry me..
'all the car needs it to be mapped as when engine was taken apart it showed signs of detonation on the pistons, could have been there for a long time but best not taking the risk.
Have a look around here, and speak to a few of the traders, may find something you like here.
Max Headroom
16-01-07, 23:18
Looking at it the headlights are cloudy, the inside the car is manky, look down by the handbrake, panels inside are all mashed about and not fitting, the engine bay looks "tired". At first glance it looks good but I fear its a case of fur coat and no knickers.
the car was also ment to be top fuels demo car in japan but again i have to evidence to back this up. but with the spec id expect it to make at least 440+bhp
On stock j-spec tubbies, HIGHLY unlikely.... on hybrids...still pushing it a bit I reckon.. but as max said, the engine bay looks a little unloved, especially if it has just had a rebuild.
Max Headroom
16-01-07, 23:25
I would question "stunning" as they put it and the last bit of the advert seems to be a little too good to be there.
I mean I could say my car was meant to be the mkivsupra.net demo car but I havent the paperwork to prove it. :)
(It isn't by the way!)
Thanks guys. Since coming across this ad I have been feeling uncomfortable about proceeding and I think I will carry on looking for the moment:rolleyes:
At least the wife will be happy for a few more weeks!
I'd avoid that one.
The ECU will cost you a lot to get mapped properly.
Why on earth has it got 850cc injectors when it's still on the stock turbos?
Why has it got a 1.6mm head gasket?
The seller doesn't even know what bumper is on the car - it's a Bomex Bigmouth not a Top Secret.
The engine bay is in a shocking state
So in summary... Run forest run...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports
16-01-07, 23:37
hi mate i have similar style supra same colour arriving end jan/ early feb but it s few £k more but is in top condition,,, and we can be a little flexible on the price but only a little
www.jm-imports.co.uk
I'd avoid that one.
The ECU will cost you a lot to get mapped properly.
Why on earth has it got 850cc injectors when it's still on the stock turbos?
Why has it got a 1.6mm head gasket?
The seller doesn't even know what bumper is on the car - it's a Bomex Bigmouth not a Top Secret.
The engine bay is in a shocking state
:yeahthat: Much better about for that price too :)
Indeed. I'd speak to CJ or Jurgen as above mate.
I paid £8k for my Auto TT in far better condition with new hybrids and engine build. You'll find a few gems around, keep hunting. Patience is key. :)
Greg
that rad looks KNACKERED!
I'd avoid that one.
The ECU will cost you a lot to get mapped properly.
Why on earth has it got 850cc injectors when it's still on the stock turbos?
Why has it got a 1.6mm head gasket?
As you say very strange list of mods, definitely one to avoid. :run:
Andyhannah
17-01-07, 04:55
Nic can you source me some veilside rear 'splats' too please LOL:search:, my suppliers are at a dead end:p
Nic can you source me some veilside rear 'splats' too please LOL:search:, my suppliers are at a dead end:p
Do you ever sleep Andy? :yawn:
I'll add to the email, will send through later today.
cheers
Andyhannah
17-01-07, 04:59
I am a machine mate LOL, plus if you can get veilside rear splats youre a better man than me lol
Is this the graveyard shift then?
Scott =op
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