Guest Rsb Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 (edited) Hi, Well I have been a lurker for a while, sponging off your knowledge base. It is great to now be able to own one of these fabulous machines so thought it about time that I said hello. Everyone has a Supra story - here is mine. Being a teenager in the 90s, I was lucky enough to have plenty of Jap exotica to distract me from the boredom of growing up and being able to dream. When I saw Top Gear in 1993 with Tiff Neddell's review of the Supra (L62 BPL - not sure if it is still alive), I was hooked. I promptly took to my word processor that was cutting edge in it's day and drafted a letter to Toyota UK professing my love for the Supra and begging for a brochure and a poster. I didn't expect much back but a week later I came home from school to the giddy excitement of a poster tube with my name on it and, low and behold, some kind soul had read my letter and taken pity on my need. That poster, to this day, still resides on the wall on what was my bedroom at my parents' house. Fast forward 23 years and that itch needed to be scratched. After much searching, I found a good UK car with low mileage and good history. I know a manual is more desirable but I love not having a clutch. I have not been disappointed and my dream is still alive - this is the best car I have owned / own / ever will own. I will no doubt be tapping into your knowledge base again as things need doing. I have to say, Toyota have been very helpful with parts at a competitive price and it is great to see such a following for these amazing cars. Thank you for welcoming me into your club. [img]http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/Ravi_Bansal/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_6083_zpshtsa24vw.jpg[/img] [img]http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/Ravi_Bansal/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_6084_zpsskqfhtjg.jpg[/img] [img]http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/Ravi_Bansal/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_6113_zpsxmqidvsk.jpg[/img] [img]http://i1059.photobucket.com/albums/t422/Ravi_Bansal/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_6086_zpsipzfobbb.jpg[/img] Edited October 4, 2016 by Rsb (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Welcome to the club !! Nice to see another uk making it back to the fold and in the hands of an enthusiast it looks in really good condition, any plans for it ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rsb Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Welcome to the club !! Nice to see another uk making it back to the fold and in the hands of an enthusiast it looks in really good condition, any plans for it ? Thanks Tyson, yes she spent most of her life just going to the shops and back by a mature lady! I really want to keep it stock. I know there are some great modified cars but I am a bit old fashioned. Have you done much to yours? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwilkinson Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 That is a lovely clean Supra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Raven Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Nice find there buddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnPreece Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Looks a lovely clean stock example mate a great find and welcome to the club Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Looks very nice, what mileage has it done ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplavery Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Very nice mate. Nice to see a clean stock Supra, what your plans for it lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomWeight Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Hello and welcome! Car looks amazing, an incredible example. Very well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Nice car and well done in planning on keeping it stock, I'm not anti modding just nice to see a few as they came Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rsb Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Thanks for all your positive comments. She has done nearly 94k and has a history file of Toyota servicing etc. So far I have replaced broken headlight, machine polished paint and came up lovely, needed new alarm system, had wheels refurbed, replaced front cowl and seal as was starting to perish as well as some other small niggles. I am amazed how good it is to drive compared to modern cars. It still feels so fresh and exciting. They really need to start making cars like this again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Has it had anything more than servicing done on top of what you've mentioned ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rsb Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Has it had anything more than servicing done on top of what you've mentioned ? Yes - cambelt done 2012 and again last year with cam seals as well. It went for cam seal changes and I think they did cambelt purely as they already had the engine apart. Also brakes done within last couple of years although hasn't done many miles since then. Normal replacement consumables battery etc so pretty much up to date. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Things to perhaps check Crank pulley condition, if it looks original/old and the cars a keeper I'd put it on the top of the to do list. TCB Parts is a good source for these and some other bits too. The intercooler it probably past it's best if original, but not so much an issue if stock boost. Underneath, just in front of the fuel tank guard up high close to the body the brake and fuel hard lines disappear behind a small plastic cover (10mm bolt) and it's worth checking out behind it for any corrosion to the lines (it's fairly common that they can be in much worse shape than the parts of the lines you can see) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 (edited) Scooter beat me to my next post To add to the list i'd have a look underneath at the radiator support cross member which is prone to rotting, also in the offside rear wheel arch you'll find the diff cooler behind a plastic cover which could well be on its last legs. Edited October 5, 2016 by Dnk (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rsb Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Thanks for all your advise. I am hoping she is generally ok but I know there are things worth checking. When the wheels were off being refurbed I managed to have a better look underneath and in wheel arches etc. It is amazing all the dirt that collects and spent ages clearing them out - definitely something to stay on top of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 (edited) Another couple of things to check Get someone to start the car after an overnight stop while you watch the exhaust, you could get a few seconds of blueish grey smoke out of the exhaust, this is down to old drying up valve stem seals, i'd be surprised if it doesn't at this age and mileage. You could also have seized eccentric adjusters on the suspension arms, these allow the camber castor and toe to be moved, i'm guessing its not had a 4 wheel alignment done that you know of, which if it were me i'd be looking at those as small amounts on the mkiv can make a big difference to how the car drives, handles etc Edited October 5, 2016 by Dnk (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rsb Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Another couple of things to check Get someone to start the car after an overnight stop while you watch the exhaust, you could get a few seconds of blueish grey smoke out of the exhaust, this is down to old drying up valve stem seals, i'd be surprised if it doesn't at this age and mileage. You could also have seized eccentric adjusters on the suspension arms, these allow the camber castor and toe to be moved, i'm guessing its not had a 4 wheel alignment done that you know of, which if it were me i'd be looking at those as small amounts on the mkiv can make a big difference to how the car drives, handles etc Certainly no blue smoke and valve stems were changed this year so (hopefully) should not be an immediate problem. Thought about wheel alignment, been recommended Euro Spec in Guildford, anyone got experience of them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Certainly no blue smoke and valve stems were changed this year so (hopefully) should not be an immediate problem. Thought about wheel alignment, been recommended Euro Spec in Guildford, anyone got experience of them? If they've been replaced then great, you wont have any issues with those Not far from you and i think a few members recommend them highly http://www.wheels-inmotion.co.uk/contact-blackboots.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Welcome, great to read, reminds me of my own situation so many years ago! Car looks great and very similar, congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus GTE Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Welcome, great to see a nice stock uk spec Hope you get lots of enjoyment from it Ps be careful with the throttle on wet bends Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin smith Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Welcome very nice car, the paint work has come up lovely enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Supes Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 She looks clean... good purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burna Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Ah takes me back to when I first found my UK spec Looks very clean mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted October 5, 2016 Share Posted October 5, 2016 Ah takes me back to when I first found my UK spec Looks very clean mate. Almost feels like finding another family member lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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