steady_dave Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 Finally picked up my Supra and had a bit of a drive, and it's better than I ever expected. I've been wanting one for about 5 years and it's an absolute dream come true. It's a Red N/A Manual Facelift model and I just love it to bits. At the moment i'm opening a performance tuning company specialising in Jap and European cars and this is going to be one of the show cars so future project coming when i've got the time and money, lol! I have been thinking a lot about going NA-T but has anyone got any other ideas about how to make an NA stand out of the crowd? Also love the look of JamieP's old red Supra and am thinking of going along similar lines exterior wise. Good or bad idea? Pics to follow as soon as i've taken some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoff Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 Congratulations mate, look forward to the pics:) An NA-TT conversion or evan a V8 conversion really is the only way to get the power you want. NA-T is just as costly and less reliable I believe as the other options. Jamies old supra was stunning but the current trend is stock or subtle:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 Yea stock is best, kits are done to death now and to have a stock body supra is a rare thing these days, if its a show car for your new buisness then a kit can look good if tastfully done. Good luck with it and keep us posted with pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steady_dave Posted November 7, 2008 Author Share Posted November 7, 2008 Yea stock is best, kits are done to death now and to have a stock body supra is a rare thing these days, if its a show car for your new buisness then a kit can look good if tastfully done. Good luck with it and keep us posted with pics. Ah cheers for the reply, wasn't gonna go too over the top. Definately gonna keep the stock spoiler, was thinking, Do-Luck II fromt bumber, Trial rear bumber, Advan 5 alloys in silver and that's about it to be honest. The car condition at the moment is ok, however due to plastic fromt bumber I think a respray is in order after fitted parts but that's about all for the exterior. Engine wise I am gonna need help though. Not sure about the V8 idea however quite interested in NA-TT, havn't heard of that before. Any web references? Thanks again guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoff Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 Ah cheers for the reply, wasn't gonna go too over the top. Definately gonna keep the stock spoiler, was thinking, Do-Luck II fromt bumber, Trial rear bumber, Advan 5 alloys in silver and that's about it to be honest. The car condition at the moment is ok, however due to plastic fromt bumber I think a respray is in order after fitted parts but that's about all for the exterior. Engine wise I am gonna need help though. Not sure about the V8 idea however quite interested in NA-TT, havn't heard of that before. Any web references? Thanks again guys! Lots of info on dropping a TT engine in on here. Guys like Keron and Jezz on on here can supply and fit (if required) too. Kit choice is good IMO nothing too over the top. Check out the mutlimedia section for differant kit combos:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DodgyRog Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 I've just got the Trial rear or Top Secret diffusser to go, but if you want it to stand out from the crowd the Do-Luck II is a very popular choice, so won't stand out. In my opinion one of the best thou;) http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/album.php?albumid=107 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesC Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 If you want it to stand out, i wouldn't go for that combo! It's more popular than stock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 In terms of bang for buck (and reliability, insurance, future upgrades, etc) you can't beat the NA-TT swap. Its about £2.5k fitted IIRC. I've got to agree with Jamie (and other more silent people on here ) that the stock body is the way forward. A nice set of wheels, decent suspension setup and a perfect paint finish is all thats needed to make it stand out these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordy07 Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 Im with jamie on the stock look,but as for the power im with you i am hoping to go TT in the new year so i would advise the transplant rather than trying to upgrade the NA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steady_dave Posted November 11, 2008 Author Share Posted November 11, 2008 how much would a transplant cost roughly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merckx Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 how much would a transplant cost roughly? Homer's post above. You'll get plenty of information if you do a search as quite a few on here have done it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konrad Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 how much would a transplant cost roughly? If you are about to open performance and tuning company, it will cost you around 1500 pounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick001 Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 Good luck and get your company details advertised through the club - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steady_dave Posted November 11, 2008 Author Share Posted November 11, 2008 Well was gonna post a lot about it but I noticed the Forum rules and duly respect then so not gonna started shouting all over the place. Once it's all up and running (almost set up as we speak) then I will contact the forum admin's and see what I can arrange if anything. Thanks you guys for all the help so far. Like I said this car is going to be a project funded by the Company so will take shape over time seeing as were just starting but I am really grateful for all your help so far. Think I need to pay my £10 so I can become fully registered on this place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steady_dave Posted November 11, 2008 Author Share Posted November 11, 2008 I've just got the Trial rear or Top Secret diffusser to go, but if you want it to stand out from the crowd the Do-Luck II is a very popular choice, so won't stand out. In my opinion one of the best thou;) http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/album.php?albumid=107 Nice car buddy, yeah that's definately the bumper I want, looks awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steady_dave Posted November 12, 2008 Author Share Posted November 12, 2008 Finally got to take a few pics however it was raining and half of them were blurry but here is a small selection: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Nicolai Posted November 12, 2008 Share Posted November 12, 2008 Nice hat, goodlooking car you have there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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