Wyntersun Posted April 26, 2010 Share Posted April 26, 2010 (edited) Hi everyone, Im new to the Supra forum, but not so new to the world of Toyota's. Previously had a 94 Celica GT4 Now have a 1998 SSIII Beams VVTi Have been recently thinking about moving onto a Supra, have always loved them and now at an age where the insurance shouldn't be too bad Im looking for a stock/unmodified UK spec auto or manual Supra ideally in black, but any other colour wont go missed in good shape all round, mechanically, bodywork etc. Or if the right one come up a late spec JDM or Aero Top. Am i right in thinking that the UK Supra was never offered as an Aero top? Thanks, Matt Edited April 29, 2010 by Wyntersun (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robzki Posted April 26, 2010 Share Posted April 26, 2010 Hi m8, welcome etc just for info, silver is faster than black Theres always several on here for sale, and recently there have been a lot of very nice/well looked after examples. good luck Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathew Posted April 26, 2010 Share Posted April 26, 2010 hi matt, good name, nice celicas and good choice of car for the new purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistonbroke Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 You're right mate, no aero UK supra. JDM and US only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 Welcome, Both stunning cars, Black one looked especially nice You're right mate, no aero UK supra. JDM and US only. Euro as well as far as I know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyntersun Posted April 27, 2010 Author Share Posted April 27, 2010 Thanks guys, Is there anything I need to look out for on a Supra when buying one? (suspension,engine, gearbox, etc) I would imagine it would be similar to a Celica, check suspension arms, fig'8 etc. Do supra's have fig 8's like the Celica GT4? Also, if im looking for a UK spec what what engine versions are there. N/A, Turbo and TT? 5spd, 6spd, auto? Im not after mega speed, but im sure what ever I get will be more power then my 2.0l. And finally are JDM aero tops N/A auto's or is it rare to find a manual? Sorry for all the questions, Supra's are new to me and would like to be clued up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexM Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 (edited) Is there anything I need to look out for on a Supra when buying one? (suspension,engine, gearbox, etc) Nothing in particular, there's a buyers guide here (You may need to pay your membership to see it). Do supra's have fig 8's like the Celica GT4? No. Also, if im looking for a UK spec what what engine versions are there. N/A, Turbo and TT? 5spd, 6spd, auto? You're going to pay a premium if you want a UK spec, they're not exactly common. They are TT Auto or Manual (6spd), but the Manual's are very rare. And finally are JDM aero tops N/A auto's or is it rare to find a manual? NA Auto or TT Auto (TT Auto Aero's are rarer), the only Manual JDM Aerotop's are converted Auto's. Edited April 27, 2010 by AlexM (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 Thanks guys, Is there anything I need to look out for on a Supra when buying one? (suspension,engine, gearbox, etc) Also, if im looking for a UK spec what what engine versions are there. N/A, Turbo and TT? 5spd, 6spd, auto? Sorry for all the questions, Supra's are new to me and would like to be clued up Hi Matt, Check as much as you can, most are getting on now and unless these items have been changed they will need doing, if not now but in the near future. Main items that are overlooked are hoses, coil pack connectors, brake seals, brake lines, fuel lines, intercoolers, radiators, heater matrix, a/c rad, suspension arms etc etc UK spec cars are only 93-96 and all with 3.0 twin turbo engines with either the autobox or 6 speed manual, there were only approx 400 auto's and 200 6 speeds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyntersun Posted April 29, 2010 Author Share Posted April 29, 2010 I have my eye on a members Supra on here, but wont be available for about another 3 months or so, is there any reputable garages online that anyone can recommend on pistonheads etc or any that I should avoid buying from? Thanks Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TopgunTT Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 Hi and welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveR Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 Hello! Good luck with the search. Nice Celicas, by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyntersun Posted April 29, 2010 Author Share Posted April 29, 2010 Does anyone have first hand experience of Trade Cars http://www.bargaincarsdirect.co.uk/156259/index.htm Got a few nice Aero tops on their site, just wondering if they have a good reputation or a garagr to avoid? Thanks all Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=208654 So best not discuss them any further please folks. Be it good or bad we simply cannot discuss them in case they threaten legal action againt us. Welcome to the club by the way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyntersun Posted April 29, 2010 Author Share Posted April 29, 2010 no problem, thanks. I shall keep searching. Seen a few nice ones on here which I have emailed about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vvteye Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 Thanks guys, Is there anything I need to look out for on a Supra when buying one? (suspension,engine, gearbox, etc) I'm not mechanically minded but I think you'll need all of these items on your list so if they are missing, walk away:p Welcome to the forum matey and I hope all goes well with your search. Now get ready for Suprapod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyntersun Posted April 29, 2010 Author Share Posted April 29, 2010 I'm not mechanically minded but I think you'll need all of these items on your list so if they are missing, walk away:p Welcome to the forum matey and I hope all goes well with your search. Now get ready for Suprapod thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty71 Posted April 30, 2010 Share Posted April 30, 2010 Welcome mate, Nice Celica's Buy a members car if you can as at least it will be known to the club and have some sort of past history, perhaps alot if owned by a couple. I would forget the likes of ebay etc. Looks in the Supra classifieds or contact JM on here in the traders section Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supracars Posted May 1, 2010 Share Posted May 1, 2010 hi welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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