Sheefa Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Does anyone actually know why? Obviously it's the creme del la creme and there have been a few conversions to man for the aero auto's, but why on earth didn't Toyota make one in the first place?? Never really given this much thought and not seen an answer beforer ass to why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 I thought they did, but LHD only for the States? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmark Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 There was a manual aerotop in the Supra range but as above was for the US market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRD-Rob Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 (edited) ive got one it had the work done to make it that way tho, Edited May 29, 2009 by TRD-Rob (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted May 29, 2009 Author Share Posted May 29, 2009 Ah really, didn't know that. Thanks for clariying. Still begs the question as to why they didn't make one for Japan/Europe though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Ah really, didn't know that. Thanks for clariying. Still begs the question as to why they didn't make one for Japan/Europe though! The key question is why, if they produced aerotops in a specific county, namely japan, did they not think people would want a manual aerotop. Bizzare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Massey Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Mabe they didnt think it would sell or be abig hit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboBrett Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 im getting there... i dont understand either lol my auto aero will do for now.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Surely the big question is whether or not to produce an aerotop. Totally understand why not in this country. But not to offer the countries that did have aerotops produced a manual seems non sensical. Maybe we're looking at the obvious "market" reasons, when possible a technical / cost reason? ummm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted May 29, 2009 Author Share Posted May 29, 2009 Well the additional strengthening beams etc maybe required, but doubtful as with the roof on the aero is SOLID. Just seems strange. Anyhow, I doubt the cost os swapping the auto trans for a manny was much based on Toyota economies of scale! Seems bit bizarre. Weather point is a good one though, but surely in Japan the whole scene would of been crying out for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 I was thinking this the other day when I saw this car.. It's the US Anniversary Edition Facelift TT6 Aerotop in a gorgeous colour. Not fair I want one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Steering wheels on the wrong side Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraGirlie Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Steering wheels on the wrong side Lol I know, that's what the threads about isn't it? The fact that only the US got the manual aerotops. Shame, as it's the perfect supra imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stratty Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 That certainly is a lovely looking car. Great colour too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Lol I know, that's what the threads about isn't it? The fact that only the US got the manual aerotops. Shame, as it's the perfect supra imo. I know 2 I agree, but at the same time, it makes for owning a facelift Aerotop TT6 in right hand drive guise extra special if you have the work done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martini Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 There was a manual aerotop in the Supra range but as above was for the US market. That's just amazing. Most americans would surely want to drive automatics... hardly any of them drive "stick shifts". That explains the supra in the F&F now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martini Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 How ropey is an automatic to manual conversion? I guess most people buy an aerotop with an engine they don't care about and then whack the whole guts from a manual TT in there or something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_aero Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 How ropey is an automatic to manual conversion? I guess most people buy an aerotop with an engine they don't care about and then whack the whole guts from a manual TT in there or something? I think they care slightly but realise the cost of a conversion is just not worth the money. £2500 is a ridiculous amount to spend. Unless you can do it yourself or get a 6 spd box cheap somehow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 I think they care slightly but realise the cost of a conversion is just not worth the money. £2500 is a ridiculous amount to spend. Unless you can do it yourself or get a 6 spd box cheap somehow. ? Getting a complete conversion done for £2500 would be cheap as cheaps. It's a big big job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 How ropey is an automatic to manual conversion? Not ropey at all if it's done right. Is on the list of stuff i want doing on my car, but i'm going to enjoy my built auto for the time being. Now what i really don't understand is people who convert hard top Autos to manuals!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_aero Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 ? Getting a complete conversion done for £2500 would be cheap as cheaps. It's a big big job. Not disputing the labour/parts cost, I am disputing the opportunity cost of spending that amount. As in, what else you could spend with £2500. There are way better things I'd spend £2500 on than having the choice of changing gears as I accelerate - lol. Each to their own though as I know a lot of people like the luxury of having a manual and need the manual for power issues etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Raven Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 I have to agree, 2500 is silly money to spend unless you are running a single. I will be happy with mine when i drop a TT BPU in it. That said i will probably sell it before then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Not disputing the labour/parts cost, I am disputing the opportunity cost of spending that amount. As in, what else you could spend with £2500. There are way better things I'd spend £2500 on than having the choice of changing gears as I accelerate - lol. Each to their own though as I know a lot of people like the luxury of having a manual and need the manual for power issues etc. I suppose it's all down to means, and the value you put on money. But, a manual is essential for reliability when upping power significantly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martini Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 It's an odd thing for me to say, but I don't like the feeling of being in an automatic so much. I've not driven a supra auto, so I can't comment on that, but the engine response is so different... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_aero Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 It's an odd thing for me to say, but I don't like the feeling of being in an automatic so much. I've not driven a supra auto, so I can't comment on that, but the engine response is so different... I used to think that until I bought my auto aerotop. It is fantastic even with the manual mode its great. Only thing I dislike is the auto changings gears to quickly when pottering around so you can't unleash the exhaust notes. Manual mode solves that problem nicely Racing... I mean driving *cough cough* the aerotop on country roads with the roof off is like a video game. Just accelerate and brake, whilst listening to the roar of the exhaust. I do miss that a lot. How I do miss that kick down sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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