michael Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Having given this some more thought I think I'd go for an NA MR2 over the Supra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmark Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Or an S14a (I know he likes them, as he could not stop drooling over that red one @ Squires). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Or an S14a (I know he likes them, as he could not stop drooling over that red one @ Squires). You know his friend then?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmark Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 You know his friend then?? No, as I believe only one person can see imagineary friends. Unless people are stark raving bonkers. Erm I mean I think I know his friend also likes the S14a's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie_b Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 It depends how practical you want the second car to be. If you need to be able to take rubbish to the dump sometimes, give people lifts etc, I'd settle for a genuine 4 seater car with fold-down seats. If your second car just keeps the miles down on the TT, then an NA could be a wise choice. I'd recommend buying a stock one, and leaving it stock. I like michael's suggestion too: a nice mk2 MR2 would be good. Perhaps it'd be more fun to drive 2 different cars than drive 2 of the same model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoliathJay Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 It depends how practical you want the second car to be. If you need to be able to take rubbish to the dump sometimes, give people lifts etc, I'd settle for a genuine 4 seater car with fold-down seats. If your second car just keeps the miles down on the TT, then an NA could be a wise choice. I'd recommend buying a stock one, and leaving it stock. I like michael's suggestion too: a nice mk2 MR2 would be good. Perhaps it'd be more fun to drive 2 different cars than drive 2 of the same model. He's driving a 306 at the moment, used to own a TT IIRC. I wouldn't go for a Mr2. A close friend of mine had one (1993 g-limited) , seemed VERY unreliable, really skitish if you got an oversteer and look REALLY dated in comparison to the Sup. GT4 would be nicer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoliathJay Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Just had another look at the GS300's.... *drool* http://www.jp-boutique.jp/product/aero/GS300.430/img/GS300.430.front2.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 He's driving a 306 at the moment, used to own a TT IIRC. I wouldn't go for a Mr2. A close friend of mine had one (1993 g-limited) , seemed VERY unreliable, really skitish if you got an oversteer and look REALLY dated in comparison to the Sup. GT4 would be nicer! Oh yeah, the GT4 looks bang up to date and has a solid reputation for being reliable Any badly maintained car will be unreliable, sounds like MR2 the suspension and tyres were as neglected as much as the mechanics. I seriously doubt someone on an NA budget would be in the market for a GS300 like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbonut Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 .....What should my friend look out for on them and are they really as bad as people say?... As a mod you should be impartial and setting an example. Don't be arrogant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoliathJay Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 He'd had full geometry set up, and a set of 18" alloys, with pilot sport II's (not sure on the size), even after that it was still hard to control. The eletric systems failed multiple times. Eventually got written off due to driver error. Another friend has had a gt4 for about 2 years and had to nothing other than rear wheel bearings. Also, you can get a nice example for around the same price as an NA. with the benefits that come with buying a turbo'd car (IE bolt ons). I just posted up the GS300 pic, as it was a nice example, I didn't say he could buy that model for the same price as an NA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted February 12, 2009 Author Share Posted February 12, 2009 As a mod you should be impartial and setting an example. Don't be arrogant. What's arrogant about knowing that an NA WILL be slower in most situations and also slightly underpowered for a car of it's weight? Strange! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 He'd had full geometry set up, and a set of 18" alloys, with pilot sport II's (not sure on the size), even after that it was still hard to control. Yeah, can't think why that might be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmark Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I just posted up the GS300 pic, as it was a nice example, I didn't say he could buy that model for the same price as an NA. Agreed you never said it, but by posting the pic you implied that he should buy it. A bit pointless posting up a picture of a car you a recommending unless it is that particular model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorin Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Yeah, can't think why that might be. Diesel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Diesel? Probably, or black ice / leaves / gravitational pull Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 My friend is thinking that, what with NAs being so cheap these days, he might as well buy one rather than driving around in an old shed. Like you've got a friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris2o2 Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I had an n/a Mr2 before the supra to get me used to RWD and to be honest i would have another in a heartbeat , great cars I quite like the idea of an aerotop as a comfy big cruiser. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoliathJay Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Yeah, can't think why that might be. Putting larger diameter wheels on a car makes a massive difference to handling. Due to this most car enthusiasts wouldn't dream of putting them on there car purely for asthetic purposes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmark Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Putting larger diameter wheels on a car makes a massive difference to handling. Due to this most car enthusiasts wouldn't dream of putting them on there car purely for asthetic purposes. You should become our new Technical Mod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Putting larger diameter wheels on a car makes a massive difference to handling. Due to this most car enthusiasts wouldn't dream of putting them on there car purely for asthetic purposes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted February 12, 2009 Author Share Posted February 12, 2009 Like you've got a friend. True. Not even Chiefgroover returns my calls these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty supra Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 (edited) aa Edited August 13, 2009 by scotty supra (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I had an mr2 a few years ago (check my garage for pics) and it handled like a dream on 18's with 225 falcon rubber all round. I agree that an n/a mr2 would be a better idea then a supra n/a Being mid mounted engine rear wheel drive, they dont tend to handle too well if you step the ass out as their is no weight in the front and the weight in the middle acts like a pendulum Pendulum. Martin likes them, I believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted February 12, 2009 Author Share Posted February 12, 2009 I'd have thought that weight at either end would create a pendulum effect. Odd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted February 12, 2009 Author Share Posted February 12, 2009 Pendulum. Martin likes them, I believe. In your catalogue of weak jokes that rates as one of the weakest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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