Scooter Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 Did anyone get this, saw it last night, resisted an impulse purchase until I'd talked to the guy, this morning it had gone. ebay seller lewyeade2012 search in sold listings Probably for sale at a dealer soon.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Mark Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 Got a link? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drift_bear Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/toyota-supra-aerotop-/262644318551?hash=item3d26d24157%3Ag%3Aj9QAAOSw4shX6XDA&nma=true&si=19jdxFg0dh9P2OTcmfXFNVPN4zo%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jhon Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 link?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Mark Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 Have to say I do like Bronze. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted September 27, 2016 Author Share Posted September 27, 2016 Yep looked good, 15 years owned, less than a 6 speed gearbox etc, some just go so quick, unless it's on your doorstep it's hard to compete, when a trader free to drop everything and go on a week day snaps them up everytime Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 I'd have been concerned about this Test date16 September 2014 Test ResultFail Odometer reading145,469 kms MOT test number5480 8915 4282 Reason(s) for failure Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) Advisory notice item(s) 1/ o/s rear tyre split on inside edge not to corts at time of test 2/ no oil on dick stick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 I'd love an msb next may just be the light or pic quality or whatever, but it looks two completely different colours from the side on view Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted September 27, 2016 Author Share Posted September 27, 2016 There is another pic where it looks normal. Dunk, I agree not the best of advisory's, but done some mileage since so perhaps a major camcover leak and MOT'd just before it was noticed/the low level light came on. The warning light must be set to stop you damaging the engine and no one in their right mind would MOT it with that light on, so very low oil but not very serious, it probably 4 litres flowing round not 6? Anyway not saying it was a mint bargain, just that it got snapped up so quick, ie before you can do any normal due diligence and realistically check out these anomalies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 dick stick lol!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonga Spar Posted September 27, 2016 Share Posted September 27, 2016 Just got off the phone with him, apparently two people viewing at 4pm tonight and tomorrow morning. Shame, an aero in bronze might have been worth taking the NA/Auto for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evinX Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 I'd love an msb next may just be the light or pic quality or whatever, but it looks two completely different colours from the side on view http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/VpwAAOSwzaJX6XDP/s-l500.jpg Maybe beacuse its been repainted? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 There is another pic where it looks normal. Dunk, I agree not the best of advisory's, but done some mileage since so perhaps a major camcover leak and MOT'd just before it was noticed/the low level light came on. The warning light must be set to stop you damaging the engine and no one in their right mind would MOT it with that light on, so very low oil but not very serious, it probably 4 litres flowing round not 6? Anyway not saying it was a mint bargain, just that it got snapped up so quick, ie before you can do any normal due diligence and realistically check out these anomalies! I was more concerned the mot tester actually wrote d i c k stick on the test Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted September 28, 2016 Author Share Posted September 28, 2016 Ah yes missed that, interesting typo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Maybe beacuse its been repainted? Aye, which obviously can be completely innocent and doesn't necessarily mean that it's been hit, but if the match is as bad in real life (not just the pics) then it's going to cost money to put it right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted October 25, 2016 Author Share Posted October 25, 2016 As suspected back on ebay (from one of the usual traders), not a huge uplift and the rear quarter paint looks fine, just shows how quick you have to be on the reasonably priced ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonga Spar Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 (edited) Yeah I saw this and it kinda ticked me off. I spoke to the owner on the phone and he seemed so bloody nice, certain traders are definitely much worse than others but I can't help but think it's just bad sport. Flipping and profiting off people, especially those who're actually pricing their car well... it all contributes to price manipulation (and let's just be honest, they're not worth more than £5,000). They're just not. It was up for one night and Nash was over the next morning... oh well, early bird gets the worm. Side note, I can't see it going. There's been several similar to it priced equally ridiculously that didn't budge after months. £7,000 can get a lot of car, I really struggle to imagine what type of market this car would appeal to. They're too slow for serious enthusiasts, they're too overpriced for "I just want to say I own a Supra", they're too brash for the elder gent who wants a classic car with some heritage, they're too old and the competition is way too stiff for "I want a cool targa-top cruiser" (especially at this time of year) and its got way too many miles for "collectors". Meh... who knows. Edited October 25, 2016 by Wonga Spar (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbleapple Posted October 25, 2016 Share Posted October 25, 2016 My thought exactly. I assume he will sell them at some point though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitz Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 As suspected back on ebay (from one of the usual traders), not a huge uplift and the rear quarter paint looks fine, just shows how quick you have to be on the reasonably priced ones. You say not a huge uplift in price but its increased by 50% from what it sold for (£4,600 into £6,995). 50% in my book is still a significant increase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted October 27, 2016 Author Share Posted October 27, 2016 It's significant but probably inline with most dealers margins? Collection, preparation advertising etc add in to it, leaving percentages aside they are clearing £2k if they are lucky enough to get a buyer to pay full price? I don't blame traders at all, I just think it's a shame when a car advertised to the public at large via eBay etc gets flipped and not picked up by a regular joe looking for one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pudsey Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?307948-Supra-s-being-bought-by-the-trade-bumped-almost-immediately-back-for-sale Raised this a good while ago. Got to give it to them to have faith they can sell them for more, which can only be good for present owners. Unfortunately, not so good for people looking to find a genuine private owner sale. You could see this coming a mile off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonga Spar Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 (edited) Flipping it for profit is one thing, some people need money freed up fast and a quick-sale is what they're there for. Flipping them without listing the 20 faults the previous owner had kindly mentioned for a MUCH higher price is quite sad. Oh and "excitement" advertising is from traders generally grates on me. i.e - "IT'S LOVELY, IT'S BRILLIANT, IT'S IMMACULATE, EVERY SINGLE OWNER FOR THE LAST 20 YEARS HAS BEEN A GRANNY. THEIR PRICES ARE GOING THROUGH THE ROOF. 30K 50K 100K, WHO KNOWS!?!?! EYE-CATCHING HEAD-TURNING MIND-BENDING BUY BUY BUY. JUST IMPORTED THISMORNING 4 WHOLE PAGES OF SERVICE HISTORY ONLY 46 OWNERS FROM LAST THURSDAY STUNNING EXAMPLE MUST BE SEEN TO BE BELIEVED". Got a bit carried away Edited October 28, 2016 by Wonga Spar (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 Flipping it for profit is one thing, some people need money freed up fast and a quick-sale is what they're there for. Flipping them without listing the 20 faults the previous owner had kindly mentioned for a MUCH higher price is quite sad. Oh and "excitement" advertising is from traders generally grates on me. i.e - "IT'S LOVELY, IT'S BRILLIANT, IT'S IMMACULATE, EVERY SINGLE OWNER FOR THE LAST 20 YEARS HAS BEEN A GRANNY. THEIR PRICES ARE GOING THROUGH THE ROOF. 30K 50K 100K, WHO KNOWS!?!?! EYE-CATCHING HEAD-TURNING MIND-BENDING BUY BUY BUY. JUST IMPORTED THISMORNING 4 WHOLE PAGES OF SERVICE HISTORY ONLY 46 OWNERS FROM LAST THURSDAY STUNNING EXAMPLE MUST BE SEEN TO BE BELIEVED". Got a bit carried away You dodged a bullet anyway, that 'trader' is notoriously dodgy. There's a thread on here somewhere recently about his appalling treatment of someone buying a car from him. I'd steer well clear of anything he's selling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pudsey Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 Flipping it for profit is one thing, some people need money freed up fast and a quick-sale is what they're there for. Flipping them without listing the 20 faults the previous owner had kindly mentioned for a MUCH higher price is quite sad. Oh and "excitement" advertising is from traders generally grates on me. i.e - "IT'S LOVELY, IT'S BRILLIANT, IT'S IMMACULATE, EVERY SINGLE OWNER FOR THE LAST 20 YEARS HAS BEEN A GRANNY. THEIR PRICES ARE GOING THROUGH THE ROOF. 30K 50K 100K, WHO KNOWS!?!?! EYE-CATCHING HEAD-TURNING MIND-BENDING BUY BUY BUY. JUST IMPORTED THISMORNING 4 WHOLE PAGES OF SERVICE HISTORY ONLY 46 OWNERS FROM LAST THURSDAY STUNNING EXAMPLE MUST BE SEEN TO BE BELIEVED". Got a bit carried away Ah I didn't look into the background at all, just price and pictures and saw it was a private sale. Yes, quiet agree that's just not on at all, if you believe that's what's happening. As long as people are aware what can happen, and informed private buyer will be a happy buyer hopefully. I would hate for someone to get burned, so at least awareness has been raised through here with genuine good enthusiastic people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonga Spar Posted October 28, 2016 Share Posted October 28, 2016 You dodged a bullet anyway, that 'trader' is notoriously dodgy. There's a thread on here somewhere recently about his appalling treatment of someone buying a car from him. I'd steer well clear of anything he's selling. Restless Kustoms or the bloke who was originally selling it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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