Sean_Julian Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Hey all I am about to purchase my White supra rolling shell from a local supra breakers, It has: Subframe Suspension Brakes Odd Wheels Dash White shell Hasn't got: Bonnet Wings Passenger/drivers door Seats Engine Transmission Drivetrain Going to be my project from converting it from NA auto to Manual TT I don't have very much knowledge when it comes to engines, transmission or wiring so it shall be a fun Project! Luckily there is plenty of members on here to help out haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HELLBOY666 Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Welcome bud good luck with the project Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MATT RR Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 look forward to some picture and following your build, you will definitely have your hands full with this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Welcome to the club. Brave man to take on a project like that without a great deal of knowledge. Good luck and be sure to make sure you have budgeted for all the small parts, not a cheap car to build. TT6 conversion alone will be somewhere around 6-8k without all the other bits needed. Is the shell a cat damaged car too? if so may be cheaper to find an old NA auto in need of some love as a base. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 22, 2016 Author Share Posted February 22, 2016 Yeah it will be a fun build indeed! Ermm nope it has a small bit of front damage as the front slam plate is bent, but that's easy to get hold of. As for the subframe that's all in perfect condition just the slam plate. I have already budgeted for all of the parts just look forward to getting started! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annabella Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Welcome and good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 The only damage on this car is at the front end, taken a knock on the corner which has bent the top part of the frame... But luckily the subframe is all perfect. I'm thinking of getting it pulled out and aligned and see if it's salvageable or to just buy the new frame new and get it welded on. Any suggestions?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripped_fear Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 My suggestion would be to buy Jamiep's tt6 complete she'll. Has all panels, and no damage, plus is a tt6 so no loss on resale Price/value once complete. Paint, panels, and repair will cost you in the long run. Bonnet wings and doors will set you back around 500 alone. If your set on repairing it, I would get the frame checked and go with what ever advice your chosen garage provides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 I'm going to be buying the shell and basically all of my parts from a breakers in Leicester that just does supras.. So I can get the bonnet for say £50 and the doors also wouldn't be that much.. I can get the new panel for the front for £110 from the breakers and its brand new. So either way I would be saving money.. And the fact I want a white supra as they are rarer. So makes sense to keep it and I want it as a full on project and have to do every little bit and the rolling shell cost me £750 with a limited slip diff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clay Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 but is it a right off.? dose it have a v5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 Nope it's not a right off at all. All documents and hpi clear also. Sub frame is in perfect condition not twisted.. Just that panel on the corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Looks like Kerons yard lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 That's what it is haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 I'm going to be buying the shell and basically all of my parts from a breakers in Leicester that just does supras.. So I can get the bonnet for say £50 and the doors also wouldn't be that much.. I can get the new panel for the front for £110 from the breakers and its brand new. So either way I would be saving money.. And the fact I want a white supra as they are rarer. So makes sense to keep it and I want it as a full on project and have to do every little bit and the rolling shell cost me £750 with a limited slip diff. £750 is a lot for an accident damaged shell. Oh, and white isn't rare. Every time I buy a supra I end up with a damned white one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 Haha well either way I want a white one. The only problem with it is that corner.. If I pull it out and it's not straight I can buy the new part for £110 and get it welded on. Then I'll have a perfect shell. Just minus the doors. But as a project rolling shell I think it's perfect.. I have seen some people selling shells for £5000, granted they have the full body kit and all interior but I think I have a bargain considering the shells are only selling for more and more money. Makes sense getting this car as I want a white supra, with the damage that would cost me £110 if it comes to it for the new part, so I'm not fussed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 And also comes with a limited slip diff also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie_k83 Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Welcome! I know who's car that used to be....! Good to see you putting the time in to bring it back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 Thanks man! Can't wait to just get started.. Hoping to get it delivered on Friday so I can start a project thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Moz Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 That was my old Supra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 Was it actually haha? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Moz Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Yep. Got hit by a another vehicle that was the wrong side of the road. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 Ouch. Looks a pretty straight car apart from that little dent in the panel! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Moz Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Don't want to put you off because it would be nice to see the car back on the road, but I was quoted 2 days on a jig to straighten the chassis. There is a kink in it near the scuttle. It was more noticeable when the engine was in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Moz Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 PM me your email address & I'll send you some before & after pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean_Julian Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 Oh.. Pm'D you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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