Guest Fivelo Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Hi Chaps, I'm Adrian, 22 from Milton Keynes. I've wanted a Supra since the summer of 2005 when I first saw IMV Films' Vehicular Lunatics DVD (if you haven't seen it I thoroughly recommend Anyway... I'm at a point now where I'm seriously considering purchasing one but am after some advice and potentially the news that I should wait a while longer. My main problem is insurance, due to my age and the fact that I rear ended a taxi in March last year (been driving for four years now, stupid mistake really, funny in a way but that's another story...) and therefore 0 NCB What I really want to know is, is it worth going for one now or waiting for NCB? I was looking at spending max. 2.5-3k TPFT as I really want this car... Could anyone recommend any insurers? As for the car itself, I'm a bit dubious of the TT as new to RWD and also they are probably a bit too pricey for me. This brings it down to a manual or automatic NA. I remember finding out a while back that most, if not all, manuals in the UK are imported (and therefore most likely out of the question insurance wise). So my question here is: will I be missing much (apart from a couple of gears.. in an auto? Comments, suggestions and general advice negative or positive all welcome! Many Thanks Adrian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerous brain Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 First things first do an insurance quote online for the cars you are considering then come back and ask about the various models. No point in putting the cart before the horse here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Evening. Test drive an auto and a manual. People can tell you the pros and cons of each box, but only you'll be able to decide if you'll miss the gear changes. I was against auto, but I really enjoy it now. There were only 200ish UK manuals made. Probably not too many left! Insurance...try the usual suspects of Adrain Flux, Sky, A Plan, Greenlight, Bell, Admiral. Elephant are usually pretty cheap, but I've heard horror stories if you have to claim from them. What sort of quotes are you getting so far? An import TT will be about the same to insure as an import NA. Good luck with the search! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simbasupra Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 You should definately test drive both if you can. Insurance wise it may be a bit pricey due to the NCB. However if you can afford/find a uk spec one the insurance will be cheaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kieran Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Welcome mate. If you want an NA, it'll have to be an import as all the UK cars are TTs. Best thing to do is to have a word with the insurers mentioned above. Isn't going to be cheap though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fivelo Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Wow.... Thanks for fast responses guys! Confused.com (please don't flame me ) is generally scoring around about the 3k mark for all models and that's assuming they're UK. I will contact the insurers above and see what they can do - not holding high hopes or anything! Will see about test driving both forms although I can see it being a bit of a challenge ^^ Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 If you struggle with test drives, try and get to a meet. There are some pretty friendly people on here who might take you out in their NA/TT auto/manual. It might not be the same as driving yourself, but you can get a feel for how the auto box responds and the sort of performance to expect from the two engines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 This brings it down to a manual or automatic NA. I remember finding out a while back that most, if not all, manuals in the UK are imported (and therefore most likely out of the question insurance wise). I'm slightly confused by this. Well, not really as I know what the case is I guess All NA models are imports. The UK models were all TT. So if you're looking for a NA, it's gonna be import regardless Then you'll just have to decide if you wanna go manual or auto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerous brain Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Confused is the way to get an easy idea of cost. I'll be very blunt here. There isn't a car on the planet I would pay 3 grand to insure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fivelo Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Cool, thanks for the advice - certainly would like to come to a meet anyway at some point Bell are looking pretty good for a manual TT import... Yet to check the others out Byargh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trig Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 try sky insurance or Adrian Flux, they usually come up trumps for a lot of people on here, me included Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 There's a regular meet at Reading near the Madejski Stadium (no idea how that's spelt) every month if you're not too far away. Have a look in the events section Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 You may be a little young (which ain't a bad thing in most cases) but try AON. 01384 552670...... I was 32 with 0 NCB and I got my NA for £389.00 on a 5k miles limited policy. You can get higher mileage policies but they cost more!! H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jspec Germany Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 A club member has an NA for sale atm for 2500. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fivelo Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Dammit you're all responding too quickly for me to reply...! HateEvent: meant to add in "although I may be wrong" apologies! Dangerous: I know the insurance is stupid, 2.6k is the cheapest I've had so far and that's only for 10 months accelerated NCB (albeit on the TT import...) I'm trying to decide whether or not it's worth it to me as if I go for another car, I fear I'll be disatisfied I didn't live for the moment and get the car I've wanted for the last 3 years Juanchan: I work in Twyford so definitely up for that! Will have a lewk. Trig & Havard: will be making lots of phonecalls tomorrow Thanks for the responses chaps, truely phenonmenal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Fivelo - Hi m8. Im up in Northampton and i have had a NA 5 speed import and i currently have a BPU TT UK spec. If you want a run in my car give me a shout. ill be free this weekend if your up for it. and i can give you the lowdown on the differences between NA and the TT. I was 24 when i got my TT and my insurance is arround the 1.8k mark with adrian flux. 1 years NCB. Confused was USELESS for me. at least double what sky quoted me. HateEvent - Its quite simple. It works like this If its NA, its imported, no matter what. If its an aerotop, its imported, no matter what. If its a facelift, its imported, no matter what. If its a TT and non facelift, has headlight washers and an active spoiler (if stock bumper), has a oem rear fog switch. has heated seats. has FULL cream leather, has cream carpets, has no "ejector seat" button by the gearstick and has "TRC Control" instead of "Slip control"... then its going to be a UK model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 HateEvent - Its quite simple. It works like this If its NA, its imported, no matter what. If its an aerotop, its imported, no matter what. If its a facelift, its imported, no matter what. If its a TT and non facelift, has headlight washers and an active spoiler (if stock bumper), has a oem rear fog switch. has heated seats. has FULL cream leather, has cream carpets, has no "ejector seat" button by the gearstick and has "TRC Control" instead of "Slip control"... then its going to be a UK model. I've read those more than once. You're forgetting the UK cars that have a full black interior Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 ohh. indeed i am Not a huge number of them though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 ohh. indeed i am Not a huge number of them though True. JohnK on here has a white UK with full black interior and IMO it looks very Also, for HateEvent: If it's an aerotop it will have left the factory as an auto (Although am I right in saying that some manual aerotops went to the US? ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fivelo Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 Hi guys, First off just want to say thanks one last time for the input, it's all very much appreciated, especially to Guigsy for the opportunity to experience one. Unfortunately after reviewing my financial situation I've realised i'm in way over my head - not to worry though as I will be back one day in the future (hopefully sooner rather than later!) and will go for it! Just need to stabilise the money, look after it a bit better etc etc..... Thanks again guys, hope to be in touch soon! Adrian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 HateEvent - Its quite simple. It works like this If its NA, its imported, no matter what. If its an aerotop, its imported, no matter what. If its a facelift, its imported, no matter what. If its a TT and non facelift, has headlight washers and an active spoiler (if stock bumper), has a oem rear fog switch. has heated seats. has FULL cream leather, has cream carpets, has no "ejector seat" button by the gearstick and has "TRC Control" instead of "Slip control"... then its going to be a UK model. You have to explain nothing to me mate! I know it all to well! All the case is for me is that I'm gonna be either an SZ or SZ-R because I can't afford a UK Spec or RZ (JDM TT) to buy outright. I KNOW the insurance on UK TT is less than a JDM NA but it's twice the price to buy the UK TT so fu*k that! :lol I'll cya when an RZ is 6k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 you can find a TT for 6k quite easy but it wont be much cop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 You may as well stay now. You're nearly hooked There's plenty of folk on here without Supras. No need to feel a stranger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 very true. and a few on here that own them without driving lisences If you still want a ride m8 give me a shout Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miko_supra Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 yeah stay away from confused.com they qouted 4.5 grand to insure me. instead im paying about £1200 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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