jihwaan Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Before I start thanks to anyone who contributes constructively to this and helps me out...whether critiscism or not.. Hi guys, need some advice... Looking at buying this JDM... just wanted to know what you guys think its worth: and is this a widebody? is 18 psi too much on stock motor? How much power would that make on stock? its fresh from japan.. I know this wouldnt be everyones cup of teat but I like it...and Im trying to decide if I should sell my na and upgrade.. specs are : CPU power FC Boost pressure (Always) 1.13 Kg/cm2. Boost pressure (maximum value) 1.3 Kg/cm2 ○Cooling system Intercooler BLITZ Oil cooler TRUST ○ Shaiki system aftermarket muffler Blow off valve TRUST ○Footwork Foot surroundings (F) Cuzco Foot surroundings ® Cuzco Wheel (F) WORK VS-KF Wheel ® WORK VS-KF Size (F) of tire 235/35/19 Size ® of tire 285/30/19 ○Driving system Clutch outside the company Body reinforcement ○Interior Speed meter TRD 320km Additional meter boost gauge, water temperature meter, oil temperature gauge, and oil pressure meter。 Seat RECARO Steering wheel MOMO genuine veilside kit and wheels, 70,000kms. year -1996.. opinions wanted please.. Personally I think it looks good and obviously (I think) hasnt been messed with too much (motor wise) but I need your expert opinions...thanks.. http://60.231.254.81/yoko.jpg http://60.231.254.81/front.jpg http://60.231.254.81/1323858_5.jpg http://60.231.254.81/1323858_4.jpg http://60.231.254.81/1323858_6.jpg1323858_2.jpg http://60.231.254.81/1323858_2.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyT Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Not a widebody. Boost may be a little high for stock turbos at 1.3 bar. Recommended max is 1.2. If it didn't have the Lambos it would be worth a look at the right price. Those doors don't look as if the push outwards before the lift, which means if the car flips no-one can get out. All depends on price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heckler Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 nice appart from bumper, doors and wing - like the colour. Boost wise 1.1 bar is fine, however 1.3 is reeeaaallly pushing it for (assuming) stock turbos, consensus says 1.2 is max boost for stock turbos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Looks nice. I like the colour. Although I am no fan of the Veilside C2 front ... nor lambo doors ... I think its a clean car. A said, 1.3 bar on J-spec turbos is a lot ... I had my euro-Spec running 1.4 bar when I was BPU ... but the steel turbos are a lot stonger than the ceramic one's. I think 1.2 is a max to go on j-spec and should give you around 400 bhp ... nice power Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazboy Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 I've never seen twin filters on stockers before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 I've never seen twin filters on stockers before. Especially ones that look like something from the Early Learning Centre. I think that car doesn't look right, maybe it's been owned by a Japanese equivilent of a chav? It's had some money thrown at some parts (Defi gauges, nice bodywork) but then they've skimped on other more important bits (filters). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnny g Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Are they the smaller brakes too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordy07 Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Not a fan of VS but it does look in good condition i suppose it would depend on the price you could get it for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CoolsBlue Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 No point blanking out the company logo, its obviously >>>KING BUYER Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 No point blanking out the company logo, its obviously >>>KING BUYER well spotted hawkeye:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt-åkare Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 (edited) Awsome car! what are the price? Relly a car that will suit me Edited August 13, 2008 by gt-åkare (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockys96 Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 No point blanking out the company logo, its obviously >>>KING BUYER which means it was sold like 3 years ago Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jihwaan Posted August 14, 2008 Author Share Posted August 14, 2008 no guys its sitting at a brokers in japan, and its got nothing to do with that >>King buyer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 no guys its sitting at a brokers in japan, and its got nothing to do with that >>King buyer Something's not right here. Do you have any other, more recent, pictures? i.e. ones not taken at the King Buyer premises? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 No one has answered my original question though- What is it worth? Over here (UK) it would be worth, say, £8000. I reckon It'd fetch £10,000 without the LameBo doors and with a less 90's bodykit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jihwaan Posted August 14, 2008 Author Share Posted August 14, 2008 Thanks Jake..are you sure that is this KING BUYER's premises? Who is this guy? I recieved a message from the seller last night and its a trading co. in japan, they have hundreds of vehicles listed.. I am currently organising a broker in japan to get a mechanic to inspect.. any other reason it doesnt seem right..last thing I need is to do my cash on something I should stay away from.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jihwaan Posted August 14, 2008 Author Share Posted August 14, 2008 (edited) maybe I should just keep my NA... I dont drive fast anyway now they have these car confiscation laws...I just really liked the way that thing is setup (aesthetics wise)..and the color.. I never really liked lambo doors tho but I think they have grown on me..If I was gonna fit lambo doors to my NA which is the best kit, or are these summin to stay away from like I have heard they dont fit, u have to cut your car up and weld 'n' stuff...is there any bolt on kits that are quality? Oh by the way thanks everyone for all your help and advice so far...peoples opinions and constructive critsicism is why I put this up... Edited August 14, 2008 by jihwaan add thanks to the guys who reply (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdavies Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 (edited) Personally, walk away from this one and take a deep breath. It isn't a once in a lifetime opportunity to get *that* car. As for Lambo doors, well horses for courses, I think they look cool - on Lambos Not my cup o tea when it comes to the Supra. Play safe, car market is slow (well here it is in the UK), no need to make rush decisions - some real bargains to be had at the moment if you look hard enough here (can't be that different in Aus, in fact market should be better). Other than that talk to Jurgen for advice on an import of pimp quality (not sure he covers the antipodean portion of our subscribers) or check out any of the other trusted dealers here they all rock (if you are in Oz, ask Nic for advice on here, he wont steer you wrong!). If anyone pressures you just walk away - no need for pressure sales in this environment. Edited August 14, 2008 by sdavies (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jihwaan Posted August 14, 2008 Author Share Posted August 14, 2008 Thanks 'sdavies' ! I think the walk away and take a deep breath is prolly the best option too somehow...but I still want everyones opinion on this as I am learning from it all so keep the posts and opinions coming guys...and thanks again... oh, yeh, how do I find Jurgen or Nic? and can anyone point me to some auction/ dealers sites for supras so I can compare and get an idea of what I should be payin..? Thanks guys! this has gotta be one of the better forums I have been on.. helpful 'n' witty responses, a little humour and just the right amount of flaming going on...very nice if I do say so... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdavies Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Nic (aka the import pimp ) or Jurgen - both very respected on the boards (as with most of the traders etc, as we have a reasonably tight vetting system in place!) and can hit you up with good advice, but in all fairness the advice you get from most here - filtering the usual funny banter is pretty good. Nobody here is likely to steer you wrong if you ask a sensible question - admittedly you may have to don your asbestos undies if you say something daft, or repost - but we are pretty good folk all in all... honest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Something's not right here. Do you have any other, more recent, pictures? i.e. ones not taken at the King Buyer premises? Thanks Jake..are you sure that is this KING BUYER's premises? Would this convince you? http://kaizousha.com/system/cars/upload/1217423634_1111_01.jpg http://kaizousha.com/system/cars/upload/1217423486_1111_00.jpg Or this :http://www.king-buyer.co.jp/car_list/stock.php?id=3143# Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jihwaan Posted August 14, 2008 Author Share Posted August 14, 2008 as I said I am looking for advice...(wipes egg from face) I had no idea who king buyer was... Can you explain is it dodgy if it is coming from him..?.dont get me wrong I am put off this car now anyways but I am learning and all advice is appreciated..but damn I still like the look of this car Thanks Jake and others for all your input! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonahjones26 Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 Is it the look you are after or performance (tt) the look can easily be achieved on your existing n/a for $$$$ or buy an un/lightly-modified tt for 8k then spend 1-2k on body work to achieve the 'look'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firestorm Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 i smell a rat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jihwaan Posted August 14, 2008 Author Share Posted August 14, 2008 I want that look and a I would like a bpu turbo, but that said I love the reliability of the NA.. and that the fact that I dont even bother trying to drive it fast coz there is no point saves my licence.. My NA is in excellent condition (70 thousand km, absolutely pristine condition, almost same veilside kit and similiar wheels) but i would really love a warmed over japanese import similiar to this one.. but I am starting to think maybe I would be better keeping the NA..I just figure I could sell and upgrade for about 3 thousand GBP (I am in australia so i am quoting rough converted figures) I have been trolling this forum for a while now and I get the impression the majority of people on here know there stuff, so I am really looking for advice I suppose.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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