Supra Kong Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 I am still awaiting my new toy to arrive in Newcastle soon!!![GRIN][/GRIN] In the meantime i took out my mates V-spec R33, and i gotta say it doesnt half shift! The road holding is out of this world! He has got the HKS twin turbos, Apexi ECU etc etc pumping out about 500BHP at the flywheel. These cars are going for less (in this spec) then a Supra to similar spec..a lot less.... It strikes me the skyline would be quicker around track and drag strip, fits 4 adults, better in the wet etc.... So why do i still want this Supra so bad? lol What is it about them? Any clues? Why did you get one?[/COLOR] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbm Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Because they are teh awesomest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 I just ring up for my taxi .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wile e coyote Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 i looked at the skyline r33 gtr but it felt so outdated, dash old looking , the supra still looks fresh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 'Cause they're so darn sexy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 The styling, the reliability, the prestige feel. An R33 is very dated all over IMO. I would actually choose an R32 over an R33 as it has all the positives but it is also a proper retro car now, not an inbetweener, so it gets away with its older feel/look etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nevins Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Obviously this will be your first if your having to ask a question like this. Anyone can jump in a sky barge and drive it fast, but a Supra is a drivers car. If you dont respect it it will bite you in the arse as good as look at you. It has a stronger engine from the out set, more powerful engine also. The car is built to a high standard and not to the standard of a 90's taxi. Over all the Supra is a magnificent piece of engineering where as the sky barge is just another car with a suped up engine. Its was built with the idea of being a supercar not a high performance car like the sky barge. Once you take the delivery of your supra it will all become clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 I prefer the look of a Supra to the look of a Vauxhall Cavalier with a spoiler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan_Turism0 Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 (edited) style, reliability, street appeal by which i mean people of all ages appreciate them over your macdonalds chavs that love their skylines, performance and the overengineering as stock that Toyota love to do i.e. v160/161 gearbox and the 2JZ engine. There's also a matter of insurance, i too looked at a R33 GTR but it was 3 times the cost for insurance about £1900 iirc, where as i'm paying £550 fully comp on the supra and i'm 25 years old lol, that said I would love a R34 GTR one day Edited January 15, 2012 by Dan_Turism0 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 R33 or stick my cock in a wasps nest? Hmm..!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra Kong Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 Obviously this will be your first if your having to ask a question like this. Anyone can jump in a sky barge and drive it fast, but a Supra is a drivers car. If you dont respect it it will bite you in the arse as good as look at you. It has a stronger engine from the out set, more powerful engine also. The car is built to a high standard and not to the standard of a 90's taxi. Over all the Supra is a magnificent piece of engineering where as the sky barge is just another car with a suped up engine. Its was built with the idea of being a supercar not a high performance car like the sky barge. Once you take the delivery of your supra it will all become clear. Yes, first one!! Had a 911 before, so quiet like the feel of RWD!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra Kong Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 Thanks Guys, I guess styling is 60% of our decision to purchase most things! I bought this car as a long term project.... ie.. you can always add bits get more bhp, a few tweaks to get it performing on a track and i think they are absolutely gorgeous too!!! Am bored of changing cars every couple of years.. so i thought this should last me a while!! I loved my 911 but it needed remortgaging to get any extra power out of it... or any improvements for that matter!! This will be way more affordable!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey. Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 I think an r33 is the ugliest skyline ever made, the r32/34 are much better, the looks both with squarer more aggressive lines, for most it's simple, the 2jz engine is unbeatable and the sexy curves are also pretty darn stunning. IMO the only better looking jap car that stands out to me is the rx7, but there engines blow!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nevins Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Turning up in newcastle, so does this mean Jurgen has found you a great example of a car. Any info on the car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan_Turism0 Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 I think an r33 is the ugliest skyline ever made, the r32/34 are much better, the looks both with squarer more aggressive lines, for most it's simple, the 2jz engine is unbeatable and the sexy curves are also pretty darn stunning. IMO the only better looking jap car that stands out to me is the rx7, but there engines blow!! fully agreed 32GTR has that oldschool look, 33 just looks like it's trying too hard to be up to date and is neither one thing or the other Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westy Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Looks and power! Sups ftw!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra Kong Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 Turning up in newcastle, so does this mean Jurgen has found you a great example of a car. Any info on the car? Jurgen indeed! I heard so many good things about him i thought it'd be rude not to get a car from him! So far, he has been absolutely brilliant and would recommend him to anyone looking!! Yes, the car is this one: http://www.jm-imports.co.uk/cardetails/toyota/2011/supra30.htm Should be with me sometime in Feb i reckon!!! (-: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra Kong Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 R33 or stick my cock in a wasps nest? Hmm..!! Lol....Its not that bad!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra Kong Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 style, reliability, street appeal by which i mean people of all ages appreciate them over your macdonalds chavs that love their skylines, performance and the overengineering as stock that Toyota love to do i.e. v160/161 gearbox and the 2JZ engine. There's also a matter of insurance, i too looked at a R33 GTR but it was 3 times the cost for insurance about £1900 iirc, where as i'm paying £550 fully comp on the supra and i'm 25 years old lol, that said I would love a R34 GTR one day £550 sounds good!!! I have been quoted £750 and am a little older!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Lol....Its not that bad!!!!! Ok then. I'll give the wasp's nest a try..!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey. Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Jurgen indeed! I heard so many good things about him i thought it'd be rude not to get a car from him! So far, he has been absolutely brilliant and would recommend him to anyone looking!! Yes, the car is this one: http://www.jm-imports.co.uk/cardetails/toyota/2011/supra30.htm Should be with me sometime in Feb i reckon!!! (-: That looks like a nice one, not a fan of body kits etc but with just the bomex front and oem skirts and spats it looks nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morpheus Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 I've always liked Skylines and tbh, whenever I see one on the road, I still think to myself, "Maybe one day I'll get one to see what all the fuss is about." I agree about the R33 styling being a bit Soarer like but I wouldn't mind this as a second car.... http://pistonheads.com/sales/3554905.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra Kong Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 That looks like a nice one, not a fan of body kits etc but with just the bomex front and oem skirts and spats it looks nice. Well... i did try and buy yours!!!! lol I wasn't sure at first either about the wing, but i really like it now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra Kong Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 I've always liked Skylines and tbh, whenever I see one on the road, I still think to myself, "Maybe one day I'll get one to see what all the fuss is about." I agree about the R33 styling being a bit Soarer like but I wouldn't mind this as a second car.... http://pistonheads.com/sales/3554905.htm Looks like a pretty awesome car! And seriously i was blown away when i drove one! Hopefully the Supra will have the same effect!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey. Posted January 15, 2012 Share Posted January 15, 2012 Well... i did try and buy yours!!!! lol I wasn't sure at first either about the wing, but i really like it now... When did u try and buy mine lol, I dont remember? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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