Supra_Squaddie Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 (edited) Hi, Some of you may remember me from a couple of weeks ago, I was thinking about getting a supra from Bolton. Well to cut a long story short I went up there, had a good look, following the advice given to me on here, and went ahead and bought it. I'm back down in Tidworth now and so far I've had no problems at all, she drives really well. So Its just aesthetic problems that I'm working on to begin with. Well here she is anyway: As you can see there's a dent which shouldn't be too much of a problem for my dent puller once I get round to it! And them bloody decals have left a shadow behind, but I'll be getting a respray once I get to Germany anyway, so not too bothered about that. Edited August 13, 2010 by Supra_Squaddie (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil-NA Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Nice one mate, glad all is ok with it. That dent doesnt look like its creased so should be quite easy to get out, what plans have you got for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt H Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 What are your plans with the bodywork? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garyafc Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Holly god that is one ugly lookin car, good look with getting it the way you want it man!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d-_-b Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Welcome to the domain of supra ownership! Looks a good project (sure you will get a million comments on remove the spoiler & front bumper so await the barrage lol) Good to see you took the tat graphics off of it as a good start, are you going to remove the rear decals as well or are they staying on?? What is the next step you have in mind dude? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 poor supra! im sure your get her looking good again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra steveo Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 that car needs help lol and a good T-cut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra_Squaddie Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 I quite like the body kit personally, so I think that will be staying on there. I still need to get rid of the decal on the back but it's reeeeeally tough! And after that I'll be getting a respray done once I'm in Germany. I'm lucky enough to have a friend over there who owns a spray shop so I'll just have to pay for materials, and i'll do the prep myself. haven't decided on a colour yet. Want something original, but not chavvy, so any suggestions would be appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra_Squaddie Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 that car needs help lol and a good T-cut I've t-cutted her to death believe it or not! This seems to be as good as the paintwork will get, hence the respray! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cashpoint Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 had decals on mine when i bought it. Use the GF hair dryer and a credit card, got the decal off in one peice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra_Squaddie Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 had decals on mine when i bought it. Use the GF hair dryer and a credit card, got the decal off in one peice. I used a hairdryer on the dragons, but they left all the glue behind underneath. was a right pain in the @rse to remove. Raining at the mo, but I might give it a go later on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 warm water then t-cut will get that nasty glue off mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra_Squaddie Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 warm water then t-cut will get that nasty glue off mate Yeah I've already done it mate, using exactly that method! Took hours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 yep. Its not quick but my save your paint work. Good luck mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 The bonnet looks misaligned, did the seller say its been off before? Good luck with your new project Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra_Squaddie Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 The bonnet looks misaligned, did the seller say its been off before? Good luck with your new project The bonnet thing was a bit weird actually. At first I couldn't figure out why it was like that. but then I took it in my hands while it was up and just pulled down on the left and up on the right slightly and then put it down and it was straight, as you can see in the last few pics. I think someone probably just had it propped open in the wind and it had bent slightly. There's no structural damage or anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_jekyll Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 some g3 compound and a mop ( motorised orbitel polisher ) will take the shadowing away and brighten it up. iut needs the skirts to compliment the bumper and spats ,and kind of level the look out good project though . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra_Squaddie Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Yeh I'm defo after getting some side skirts, preferably before I go over to live in Germany in 2 weeks time. Need to get myself a mop aswell methinks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesC Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Try this for the glue, its good stuff! http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/engine-and-exterior/valet-pro-citrus-tar-and-glue-remover/prod_586.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safcdixon Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 I think some poeple are a bit harsh on here it's not a ugly car at all just looks like it's had a shitty owner before, and has been neglected abit, You need to move the front number plate will look much better on the bottom good luck with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricky49 Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 Poor supra. I would be changing the wheels, ironing board on the back, that front bumper is awful and glad you have taken the decals off. All the best with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra_Squaddie Posted August 14, 2010 Author Share Posted August 14, 2010 yeah wheels are going to go as soon as I can afford some decent new ones! Has anyone on here ever put Dotz roadsters on their supra? They're my favourite choice so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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