MarkTheBoy Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 Im lucky because i'd driven lots of fun cars before I bought the soop so went into ownership with eyes wide open. Loved the Supra from the first moment my arse hit the leather and the key turned... Having said that I was almost tempted by; Lotus Exige (awesome responsive handling) Caterham 1800 (raw enjoyment) TVR Tuscan & T350C (both incredible and so much torque!) If I had a massive private track and I could only have one of the above it would probably be the Caterham. If I had to buy a car to be seen in it would be a Tuscan. As far as being tempted away from the soop... not yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilly Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 As an n/a owner I dream of having a sinlgr turbo manual conversion aerotop in black! Even if I won the lottery (rollover) i'd still get one first! For me, the above with tp secret bodykit and trd spoiler and new interior would be a dream. Its the best lookind car out there when modded properly. I'd send it to Envy with a wad of cash and ask Gaz to put the best on it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivan Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 Driven a Porker and Maser CC and prefer the Supra over both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konrad Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 Ahhhh you havnt seen the new camaro have you? http://automotive-links.mustangv8.com/RSS-directory/modules/coppermine/albums/userpics/10000/normal_2009camaro.jpg now that thing is mean Couldn't resist... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl0s Posted June 8, 2007 Share Posted June 8, 2007 I think Bolarbag is on to something regarding the autobox. If someone dumped all the parts for a manual conversion on my doorstep FOC I'd have the conversion done tomorow, and I suspect I'm not the only one put off by the cost of the conversion either. I have been using MANU mode more lately, but it still isn't quite the same is it. You're having a laugh. The speed with which the autobox changes in manu mode is just remarkable. I love it. The only downside to the autobox is launching and lighting up the wheels in general, IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 You're having a laugh. The speed with which the autobox changes in manu mode is just remarkable. I love it. The only downside to the autobox is launching and lighting up the wheels in general, IMO. I know it sounds crazy, but after discovering 1st gear recently, I am totally addicted to the initial pulling power. I was launching in 2nd before then, and missed out on the rush! My girlfriend doesn't like it at all! I know the auto MANU has fewer gears, but selecting them is never a problem, its instant and without any selection errors. I wonder how many manual users have selected the wrong gear and potentially messed up a chase? The handling is not a problem now either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl0s Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 I know it sounds crazy, but after discovering 1st gear recently, I am totally addicted to the initial pulling power. I was launching in 2nd before then How did you manage that? The only way to launch in 2nd is to have MANU-on with the stick in 2 or D. Is that what you were doing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 Na just using it in normal auto mode, and moving the gear stick into 2nd. It then launches from '1st' then virtually straight into 2nd, so I didn't really get to feel the full force of 1st. Anyway, after a year of ownership, its an absolute delight! Back on topic, I think the idea of a supercharged V8 Supra would be the pups nuts! A bit thirsty though, I'd thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imi Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 I wonder how many manual users have selected the wrong gear and potentially messed up a chase? Never had a problem selecting gears in my manual....perhaps one needs to learn how to drive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supragal Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 It was everything the Supra isn't. It was responsive, handled like it was on rails, it didn't rattle and sounded amazing. Quite suprised by that comment. I would never have said the supra handled badly, rattled or didn't sound amazing! Not that I've driven a 911 and I'm sure it's loads different- but then it's new!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazboy Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 You're having a laugh. The speed with which the autobox changes in manu mode is just remarkable. I love it. The only downside to the autobox is launching and lighting up the wheels in general, IMO. ...and that you've got 4 long gears instead of six closer spaced ones. The accleration when you get into top drops significantly. I remember being matched up to an E39 M5 a few years ago, more or less even to 135mph, then my car went into OD and the M5 walked away. I can light up the rears and do huge arcing drifts (and nearly killed us and the 993 Turbo S I was racing once) and yes the standing starts are dog shit awful imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Black Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 I must say firstly that i am more contented with my Supra than near any car i've owned previously, if i could change anything it would be a blown V8 under the hood. As for Porkers i've always been a fan of the 911, & its still the one to have for me, i absoloutely love the camaro, the dodge aint bad either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz Walker Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 I'd send it to Envy with a wad of cash and ask Gaz to put the best on it!! I'd love someone here to write a blank cheque and ask us to create the ultimate road going Supra. I reckon with the right bits, tuning, and chassis mods/setup you'd easily be able to skin the arses off one of those metal race Porches/Vipers round the 'Ring and till be able to drive it there and back. Gaz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted June 9, 2007 Author Share Posted June 9, 2007 I'd love someone here to write a blank cheque and ask us to create the ultimate road going Supra. If I win the lottery this'll happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 Just look at the cars Twins Turbo build. Its already been done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz Walker Posted June 9, 2007 Share Posted June 9, 2007 Just look at the cars Twins Turbo build. Its already been done. Isn't that the big power one they build on video? This road race car is fast, very fast! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Peace Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 I'd love someone here to write a blank cheque and ask us to create the ultimate road going Supra. I reckon with the right bits, tuning, and chassis mods/setup you'd easily be able to skin the arses off one of those metal race Porches/Vipers round the 'Ring and till be able to drive it there and back. Gaz. Ok so theres a Vette C6 for £40k...say i bought a Supra for say £10k or less and spend £30k on mods, what kind of machine would i end up with, how many disputes with companies along the way lol but more importantly how reliable and could it be used as an everyday car...I bet £30k could creat quite a nice Supra! Lots have spent far more than that I know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest nexus Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 There was a tt supra on ebay a few weeks ago nearly all the shell was carbon fibre looked very nice not sure what power it was think it went for around 17k a very nice car, i used to have a auto n/a 2 years ago loved the car just needed more power for my liking but for all the ones that seem to be getting sick of their car ill be after a tt in a few months lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveK Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 I'd love someone here to write a blank cheque and ask us to create the ultimate road going Supra. I reckon with the right bits, tuning, and chassis mods/setup you'd easily be able to skin the arses off one of those metal race Porches/Vipers round the 'Ring and till be able to drive it there and back. Gaz. That doesn't really mean the Supra is particularly special though does it? There are many cars I could pick up for £10K and with a blank cheque they could all be turned into something special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerous brain Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Isn't that the big power one they build on video? This road race car is fast, very fast! Wow thats a monster. The man can drive too. The car was clearly better on the brakes and corners than the two big power cars and at least strong enough to hold its own down the straights. Is that still a 2JZ in there?? Made me laugh a little how all three of those cars made the other machines look like they weren't even trying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Skidracer Posted June 13, 2007 Share Posted June 13, 2007 Strangely, the cars that spoils my supra, is two other Toyota's. First, my mates corolla gt ae82, and second my very tired MK1 MR2, series1, that I bought a while before the supra. It's totally standard. It's even got the original wheels. But it's just so much more fun. Its just the way it drives, with such a mentalist attitude. I keep throwing it into corners while sliding, and it never puts a foot wrong. That's just something you can't do in the supra. Other than that, it must be said; I really can't see myself ever selling the supra. As a high speed cruiser, I have never driven anything that beats it. Edit: By the way, the supe is the best daily driver I've ever had! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted June 27, 2007 Author Share Posted June 27, 2007 Apologies for the thread ressurection! One day someone will drop an ali big block V8 Chevy in a Supra and those that get to ride in it will desperately want one. Where would one of these be found? Are these in the newer Corvettes? How much would one be looking at for a swap? I'm also wondering if engines could be salvaged from the US (exchange rate and all). Anyhow, just asking and curious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr keef Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Apologies for the thread ressurection! Where would one of these be found? Are these in the newer Corvettes? How much would one be looking at for a swap? I'm also wondering if engines could be salvaged from the US (exchange rate and all). Anyhow, just asking and curious. Theres quite a few people dropping the chevy lumps into RX7s now:)http://www.grannysspeedshop.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrHanky Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 The one I've resisting spending any time in is a Ferrari 355 or 360 as that might see the end to Supra ownership It’s not so much the performance (they’re only a bit quicker than BPU), but the thrill of driving them is something else. mmmm 360. Despite what my brother keeps telling me ("they aren't that good... blah blah blah"), I would really love to have a Ferrari 360. I think they are a great looking car and sound amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outatime Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Where would one of these be found? Are these in the newer Corvettes? Corvettes haven't had a big block V8 since 1974 The aluminium small block LS series have been in Corvettes since the C5 came out in 1997. It has gradually got bigger, from 5.7 (LS1) to 6.2 (LS3) for the 2008 non Z06 Corvette. The latest Z06 has the 7.0 LS7. There is a 6-700bhp supercharged version due in 2009 (LS9), in a super fast Corvette called the Blue Devil or SS depending where you look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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