Branners Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 I find with an auto that using the overdrive and pulling the lever back to 2nd is almost as good as a manual. The 6sp means you have to be in the right gear to make the most of the car. With an auto no matter what speed you are doing you just floor it and it impresses every time. It also allows for full throttle gear changes. The auto is better suited to the j-spec, the quicker spooling ceramics match it very well. The ony slight let down is from a standing start, the auto will never be quite so quick. You need to go out in a BPU auto with somebody who knows how to use the gearbox. To see it being used hard is an eye opener for most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted September 28, 2008 Author Share Posted September 28, 2008 I don't think that says quite what you meant. J-specs also have their own wastegate. What do I mean? Is it they have a self regulating one or something? I can then re-do the ad Thanks Darren, are there any marks on the wheels? This would mess with my OCD...... Also, are you open to offers as I sense that money is a real issue for you at the moment? There's a small one on the rear left and the right ones have some brake dust starting to work into the paint, something a refurb would sort easily. Money's ok at the moment now due to a promotion, have other reasons to get rid as will be doing longer miles with work and need something a little more professional and economical. Will actually be spending more money on a car than this now. Make me an offer though and I'll see if it's enough:eyebrows: I find with an auto that using the overdrive and pulling the lever back to 2nd is almost as good as a manual. You need to go out in a BPU auto with somebody who knows how to use the gearbox. To see it being used hard is an eye opener for most. Exactly that, had someone see the car who commented on how much I used the gear lever, through the right use of it, it makes a great drive with response on tap:eyebrows: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 What do I mean? Is it they have a self regulating one or something? I can then re-do the ad Thanks The wastegate on the UK spec turbos is larger than the one on the j-specs. So it doesn't get overwhelmed by the increased gas flow at higher than stock boost levels. Which means the boost doesn't go through the roof and kill your turbos and/or engine. (F.A.B. in true salesman stylee) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted September 29, 2008 Author Share Posted September 29, 2008 I'm crap at ebay so can't seem to change it....oh well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra-Brett Posted September 29, 2008 Share Posted September 29, 2008 Good luck with the sale, i wish i had the money Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 3, 2008 Author Share Posted October 3, 2008 weekend bump, two days left on ebay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 5, 2008 Author Share Posted October 5, 2008 5 hrs left people come on, must be worth more than the joker who thought they'd get it for £150....a hint on where the reserve might be close to might have been the buy-it now price:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 5, 2008 Author Share Posted October 5, 2008 well, that didn't work, bored of this selling malarky now, must've miss-judged the market a bit Just a bit gutting after you know what you've spent on it Offers over £8k considered to get rid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 winter is not the best time to be selling a high power RWD car. Its the sort of thing that sells well from April onwards. The credit crunch is also scaring the willies out of people and so they wont take a punt on a car that could cost a bit to run. If you can hold off until Spring you may get a better price, but prices may also have nose dived even further by then so its a risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryson Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 Cracking looking car, hope u get what u r looking for it. It is not the easiest of times to sell the now as I am also experiencing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 6, 2008 Author Share Posted October 6, 2008 If you can hold off until Spring you may get a better price, but prices may also have nose dived even further by then so its a risk. Agreed, however I've set my mind on selling it now, and am keen to get the new motor, to keep bumping a car for sale for next few months is a pain in the ar$e I could do without to be honest. Plus her indoors keep nagging me doesn't help:taped: I'm prepared to lose some money on this now, as I should be able to offset it by getting a good deal on the next car (hopefully) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pabs Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm prepared to lose some money on this now, as I should be able to offset it by getting a good deal on the next car (hopefully) Exactly what I had to do mate. Getting a part-ex too opened up a few doors with respect to potential buyers, and as the part-ex value is very low I have free'd up a large amount of money from the car to get out of debt, then possible part-ex the part-ex in against something else when my situation improves! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 8, 2008 Author Share Posted October 8, 2008 just tidied up the din face area, revised photo on page one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_p Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 I think god is telling you to keep it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 8, 2008 Author Share Posted October 8, 2008 I think god is telling you to keep it. he is, but the missus has a louder voice;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_p Posted October 8, 2008 Share Posted October 8, 2008 he is, but the missus has a louder voice;) Well I can come round and shout at you to keep it if you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 8, 2008 Author Share Posted October 8, 2008 Well I can come round and shout at you to keep it if you want. sshhhh....the voice in my head does enough of that lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 15, 2008 Author Share Posted October 15, 2008 well, I can now actually say the main reason for selling now is we're having a baby and therefore I need a four door more practical car , I'm thinking along the lines of an Audi S4 maybe, but may have to settle for something less exciting so I can teach the missus how to drive. so a bump (in more places than one ) for this week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Congrats on the bump amigo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonkin Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Congratulations matey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 16, 2008 Author Share Posted October 16, 2008 on ebay with starting bid of £8k: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=150302676561 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beefyblx Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 What are the chances of you selling the racing harts? Free bump anyway Posted via Mobile Device Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 19, 2008 Author Share Posted October 19, 2008 What are the chances of you selling the racing harts? Free bump anyway Posted via Mobile Device I'd like to sell as one, as I haven't got any other wheels, so would have to get some either seperately (which is a lot of hassle) or as part ex. on them. Open to offers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 23, 2008 Author Share Posted October 23, 2008 coming up to the weekend bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted October 26, 2008 Author Share Posted October 26, 2008 Just added 6 mths Tax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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