supraspeed Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Ok my next car looks like a Skyline GTR. The problem is i'm a bit caught up between models. I like the look of the R33 GTR and obviously its newer, more reliable and quicker standard than an R32 GTR. I'm trying to find out how R32's compare as they are a few k cheaper than an R33. Anyone owned one who could give me any advice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Ok my next car looks like a Skyline GTR. The problem is i'm a bit caught up between models. I like the look of the R33 GTR and obviously its newer, more reliable and quicker standard than an R32 GTR. I'm trying to find out how R32's compare as they are a few k cheaper than an R33. Anyone owned one who could give me any advice I dont agree with any of the above They are less common than R33 Lighter and therefore a tad faster Reliability is all but the same I dont think you will find they are cheaper than a 33 You have found the cost of owning a Supra a pain, I would think again about owning a GTR if you dont have deep pockets (I have owned a slightly modded R32 in the past by the way ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supraspeed Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 I dont agree with any of the above They are less common than R33 Lighter and therefore a tad faster Reliability is all but the same I dont think you will find they are cheaper than a 33 You have found the cost of owning a Supra a pain, I would think again about owning a GTR if you dont have deep pockets (I have owned a slightly modded R32 in the past by the way ) Ok cheers, just when i looked at the performance stats the r33 was quicker. r33 prices seem to be more expensive but i have seen quite a few r32's going for similar money, mainly modified though. how does the r32 drive like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hadyn Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Get an R32, you wont look like a chav knobjockey then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supraspeed Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 Get an R32, you wont look like a chav knobjockey then as opposed to an R33 or an Orange Supra ive heard the R32 is more of a "drivers" car if that makes any sense Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Ok cheers, just when i looked at the performance stats the r33 was quicker. r33 prices seem to be more expensive but i have seen quite a few r32's going for similar money, mainly modified though. how does the r32 drive like? The 4 wheel drive system makes for a great launch and has better road handling than a supra, the build quality is not so good and the car is not as strong I find the Skyline more practical however a GTR will be more expensive to look after and mod than a Supra in my experience, it is a great car and I think the R32 GTR is fast becoming a classic, I dont really like the R33 but thats just me Couple of mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevansio Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Tough choice, 33 is growing on me lately as long as it has the right kit (Nizmo etc I hate the VS crap) oh and clear headlights Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevansio Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Tough choice, 33 is growing on me lately as long as it has the right kit (Nizmo etc I hate the VS crap) oh and clear headlights Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Shane_ Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 jay are you increasing your post count by double posting I would say 32, but personally if it was me i would save and get a 34 , love them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supraspeed Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 The 4 wheel drive system makes for a great launch and has better road handling than a supra, the build quality is not so good and the car is not as strong I find the Skyline more practical however a GTR will be more expensive to look after and mod than a Supra in my experience, it is a great car and I think the R32 GTR is fast becoming a classic, I dont really like the R33 but thats just me Couple of mine http://i705.photobucket.com/albums/ww54/tooquicktostop/13518372845.jpg http://i705.photobucket.com/albums/ww54/tooquicktostop/18516594949.jpg Very nice motor you had I think its the look of the car which i prefer about the R33. i'l see though as nothings in stone yet. i'm just a bit put off by the front bumper of the r32, and the rear lights look like they are stuck on. see what i can find Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevansio Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 jay are you increasing your post count by double posting I would say 32, but personally if it was me i would save and get a 34 , love them Tough choice, 33 is growing on me lately as long as it has the right kit (Nizmo etc I hate the VS crap) oh and clear headlights Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 I love the rear end of the R32 ! Little video of it here on the pick up from TDI after rebuild ! http://media.putfile.com/R32-49 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevansio Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 I'm likig the old liners more & more of late, even the holy R34 is falling out of favour, I must be getting old Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Id love an R32 BPU type mods are more difficult (expensive) than a Supra. ang for buck and reliability wise id say the Supra would come out on top Perhaps try a GTS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supraspeed Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 Id love an R32 BPU type mods are more difficult (expensive) than a Supra. ang for buck and reliability wise id say the Supra would come out on top Perhaps try a GTS ive never had a 4wd car before and i can now get insured on a skyline so i'l leave out rwd for a bit. i'd say rwd is more fun but we just dont get enough dry days to take full advantage of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Id love an R32 BPU type mods are more difficult (expensive) than a Supra. ang for buck and reliability wise id say the Supra would come out on top Perhaps try a GTS Worth noting the GTS is the NA of the Liner world and you are always left feeling slightly inadequate and wanting of a GTR, they are very different cars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 The guys at DCY (Distinctive cars of York), who specialise in Skylines and even run a drag and a drift one, always say that the R32 is the best of them all. Less is more and all that jazz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supraspeed Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 Now watching that video i do like that r32 what is it a single setup? what power was that bad boy running? 500bhp? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Now watching that video i do like that r32 what is it a single setup? what power was that bad boy running? 500bhp? It was running a JUN 2.7 stroker and T04Z turbo, 1000cc injectors, Fcon V Pro, HKS everything, nice car, savage power, 735BHP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supraspeed Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 It was running a JUN 2.7 stroker and T04Z turbo, 1000cc injectors, Fcon V Pro, HKS everything, nice car, savage power, 735BHP Wow! i'm impressed. just outta interest is it pretty much like the same as a supra in terms of how much the gtr can take on stock turbos. 400bhp tops? if say someone wanted to reach 500bhp? or is it a single thing above 400bhp? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Wow! i'm impressed. just outta interest is it pretty much like the same as a supra in terms of how much the gtr can take on stock turbos. 400bhp tops? if say someone wanted to reach 500bhp? or is it a single thing above 400bhp? A BPU liner will make high 300's BUT the engine is not as strong as a Supra, they are not as easy to get BIG power, you will need a single for 500 TRUE bhp, this will be an expensive road, I would buy a trusted single from the owners club that has a good history, or contact Jurgen on here and get him to import you one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supraspeed Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 A BPU liner will make high 300's BUT the engine is not as strong as a Supra, they are not as easy to get BIG power, you will need a single for 500 TRUE bhp, this will be an expensive road, I would buy a trusted single from the owners club that has a good history, or contact Jurgen on here and get him to import you one Well i'm budgeting around the 7-8k mark but prob could stretch to 9k. prob not enough for a single but a good r33 or a very good and fast r32. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Well i'm budgeting around the 7-8k mark but prob could stretch to 9k. prob not enough for a single but a good r33 or a very good and fast r32. 9K would get you a very nice BPU, I would avoid a single at this price, will have issues that will be expensive to get right IMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supraspeed Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 9K would get you a very nice BPU, I would avoid a single at this price, will have issues that will be expensive to get right IMO Just looking on pistonheads and prices seem to be all over the place. few have around the high 400's to 500 bhp running on different turbos which seems to be a bit common rather than single. i'l have to do a lot of searching me thinks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 Just looking on pistonheads and prices seem to be all over the place. few have around the high 400's to 500 bhp running on different turbos which seems to be a bit common rather than single. i'l have to do a lot of searching me thinks unless you see a dyno print out from a trusted dyno I would ignore BHP figures, they are often made up as you well know !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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