Peter P Posted March 27, 2012 Share Posted March 27, 2012 Hi Guys, It pains me to do this, but unfortunately I really don't have any choice! As some will know my family bus (Nissan Navara) let go in a big way a couple of weekends ago. It basically let one of the pistons go out throught the side of the block, with oil and bits of metal everywhere! I was on the M11 at the time, heading over to pick up my son (luckily I was alone at the time as it was quite a frightening experience!). The result is a replacement engine is required at a cost of £2K. Had this been the only problem I would probably be able to soldier through (who needs food! Lol), but I have also just been hit with an alleged 2 year back payment demand from the Child Support Agency for another few thousand!! I have always paid what they calculated, but they asked for payslips back in September 2010 which I provided, but took 2yrs to calculate something you can do online in 10mins!! The result being I now owe my ex a lot of money I just don't have. Sorry to go on, but I think it's important for potential buyers to know why I am selling. It is by no means a reflection on the car, which really is a lovely example of the marque. Here is the original sale thread: http://www.mkiv.co.uk/vbb/showthread.php?260645-Toyota-Supra-Show-winning-TT-for-Sale Don't see much point doing a new one given nothing has really changed in the time I have owned it! Asking price for the car without the extras I have bought recently is £6,500ovno I also have the following parts that will be offered to the new owner in the first instance: Used TRD Strut Brace (very good condition - no marks) £180 H&R Hubcentric spacers (pair for the rear) £90 Whifbitz Billet Radiator Brackets £45 (brand new - not even received from the group buy as yet) AEM AFR Gauge and ancillaries £140 (brand new in the box - never fitted etc) HKS Custom Blue LED backlit boost gauge 60MM Mechanical plus vac hose etc needed to fit £90 (the LED complements the Heckler blue LED conversion - gauge is still in an airvent casing so will be an easy fit) If the new owner doesn't want to buy all/any of the above items, I will post a separate parts thread in due course. Sad times indeed, but there really isn't much I can do about it. Thanks for looking guys and any questions, please feel free to PM me. Thanks. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Mitchell Posted March 27, 2012 Share Posted March 27, 2012 Sad times!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted March 29, 2012 Author Share Posted March 29, 2012 Sad times!! I know Rob mate Up on PistonHeads now as well: http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3777069.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkddav3 Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 ex's suckkk, sorry to hear mate, hope she goes to a club member! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz182 Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 has the engine bay also been sprayed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted March 29, 2012 Author Share Posted March 29, 2012 has the engine bay also been sprayed? Hi. No bay is still in the original silver. Doesn't look too bad though to be honest. Had I been able to keep it, I would have got it done I think. Good news for new owner is the colour is a stock Toyota shade, so getting more of it will be pretty straightforward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 That is a lovely looking car Peter, sorry to hear your troubles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 cant belive your run of bad luck there mate - im sure that'll go sharpish its a lovely car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted March 30, 2012 Author Share Posted March 30, 2012 That is a lovely looking car Peter, sorry to hear your troubles. cant belive your run of bad luck there mate - im sure that'll go sharpish its a lovely car Cheers Guys Guess this things happen for a reason (will let you know if I ever work it out! Lol) It is a very nice looking example with the blended body and fresh colour. Fingers crossed it goes to someone who will appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted April 6, 2012 Author Share Posted April 6, 2012 Price dropped. Come on guys, this has to be worth more interest than I've had so far?! Got it out today for a run and a clean, really looks nice in the sun! Auto box is ultra smooth & the tubbys pull beautifully, best one I've owned for sure. Cheers. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_jekyll Posted April 6, 2012 Share Posted April 6, 2012 ive done a few bits on this car over the years , it really is a stunner . amazed it hasnt been snapped up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted April 12, 2012 Author Share Posted April 12, 2012 No longer for sale! I'm going to keep it and sell my truck instead. Should have enough cash after paying for the recon engine and CSA fighting fund to do some bits on the car to make it mint. Thanks for everyone's interest and kind words though. Cheers. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davis6110 Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 Nice to hear mate :-) happy end to a sad story, hope to see it at meets soon :-) maybe suprapod ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted April 12, 2012 Author Share Posted April 12, 2012 Nice to hear mate :-) happy end to a sad story, hope to see it at meets soon :-) maybe suprapod ? Cheers fella SupraPod sounds like a plan to me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davis6110 Posted April 12, 2012 Share Posted April 12, 2012 Gd Gd it will be my first meeting so will be nice to meet some new people, i just purchased my tickets online :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted April 12, 2012 Author Share Posted April 12, 2012 Hopefully the weather and wasps won't be a problem again! It's a good meet in all honesty, with plenty to look at and likeminded peeps to chat to. I'm sure you'll enjoy it mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaan W Posted April 23, 2012 Share Posted April 23, 2012 I plan on going just dont have a supra just yet! lol. WASPS!! Glad your keeping the car mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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