Ian Ian Posted January 29, 2020 Share Posted January 29, 2020 Out of curiosity, did anyone get to see the car before it was 'revealed' at the end of the show? Only Harry did as he helped with the lights, I did see parts of the car like the seats wheels and the making of the rear spoiler when visiting the garage but not the car its self , A funny thing was when it arrived that night at the Sisters Race Track we all were parked outside wait to be let in and then was told to look away as the car arrived behind us :blink: Cheers -Ian- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastphil666 Posted January 29, 2020 Share Posted January 29, 2020 It looks miles better without the "turbo fans" fitted. I think if it was all one colour it would look tidy. And agree if someone wanted to gift me a full widebody kit, i wouldnt say no!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spunkmeyer Posted January 29, 2020 Share Posted January 29, 2020 So who volunteers to get it to caffeine and machine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben_harmer32 Posted January 30, 2020 Share Posted January 30, 2020 So people are going to see the goblin car driving around, come on here to read about it, and find a thread hating on it… :nana: I like it, especially now the turbo wheel things are removed, but then I used to drive an F&F replica so love madness and graphics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted January 30, 2020 Share Posted January 30, 2020 (edited) So people are going to see the goblin car driving around, come on here to read about it, and find a thread hating on it… :nana: I like it, especially now the turbo wheel things are removed, but then I used to drive an F&F replica so love madness and graphics Think everyone's entitled to an opinion no matter who it upsets, i actually don't like the show way more than the car. I totally get the car got a free set of wheels bodykit wrap and seats re trimmed. The wing is dire and like something a child would come up with but that's a simple fix. The same goes for the creation fitted to the wheels but at least they've been removed. All my opinion Edited January 31, 2020 by Dnk (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted January 30, 2020 Share Posted January 30, 2020 I like the car. Think it's cool a Supra got onto TV for any reason. I do worry about the kit fitment. As I got my bumper from the same manufacturer and bumper needed work. I just hope without wrap guys dont have too many problems to paint. I think playing down the Supra is to build a contrast when it's done. Can see why people got a bit upset by it. It's all a bit of fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
den1 Posted January 30, 2020 Share Posted January 30, 2020 It's Just Vile! - - - Updated - - - End Of !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplavery Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 I enjoyed it it lol I actually think the Supra doesn’t look too bad, especially with those wheel fans now gone I’ve seen enough of these shows to know how it works and I was entertained... I very much doubt the car was going to be perfect when finished, I’m sure if you look closer you will see imperfects but hey I can see imperfections on freshly painted cars ... I can see them on my car... If you think they were going to repaint it can do a nice bumper lip and maybe a TRD spoiler.. well that not going to happen. They want to make a impact with every build no doubt I do love those rear lights, might have to look into those myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnm400 Posted February 2, 2020 Share Posted February 2, 2020 'i guarantee there's not another Supra like this, anywhere in the world' Thank God is all i can say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Ian Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Just a quick bump to all you lovers and haters of this car... Thursday night 13th Feb is the Goblin Works highlights show and hopefully we will be on again at the NEC Classic car show when they did some filming with us last November Cheers -Ian- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I find the negative comments quite interesting. I wonder if its because there isnt a person behind the ownership in the traditional format. I personally see quite a few Supra and think god that's horrible but I never see people flocking to post. I like it. Before everyone jumps on the bandwagon giving their opinion on it. Maybe they should consider not everyone would like their car if a mass debate was held on it. I'm not sure about the spoiler. But any Gt300 kit with decent wheels (regardless of the size) looks nice to me. It's not a racing car so does need to be a bit of common sense if picking at their size I've 19s so I cant say anything. Are we now to hate on anyone owning 20s. I look forward to seeing it to be fair. Though I'm not planning on wrap on my car I think the graphics are pretty cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suprakeith Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I have to say I like the car enjoyed the show, if we all drove stock cars it would be a very boring club for sure. I think it’s good to have something unique in the club that draws attention, and I like the spoiler on back gives that nice aggressive look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 As I’ve been part of the show I have to say from the show point of view the car has been a success . If you’ve seen any of the GWG builds they’re all bold and loud . That’s the signature of the show and the fact that we are still talking about the car proves the point that it has been a successful one When (as a supra owner) I’ve been asked about my opinion by Helen (who actually envisioned the final thing) I said it’s not one for the purists and not my cup of tea but it’s done right . It has the right 90s over the top Jap tuning scene looks and it stands out enough to be fit for being a marketing tool for the club. And I really enjoy the car for what it is . In a brief discussion with jimmy we thought it might be cool to connect the spoiler w the brake pedal and with the splitter sensors so when braking above a certain speed the spoiler will go up . Unfortunately we didn’t have time to look more into it . Yes some of the work is happening off-site but that’s the case in EVERY tv series out there, but a lot of it it’s happening in the garage while filming ; specially a lot of the craftsmanship stuff. That’s why it’s called FACTUAL ENTERTAINMENT . It is scripted to an extend but not entirely . For me it’s a success story . A lot of the 90s kids (as me) got in loving the Supra through F&F and NFS underground; and still here we are , owing Supras with no bold color options and neon lights underneath them . So as a club member and Supra owner thanks to everyone involved and made it happen . Ps what happened to the stock bumper ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Shame about linking brake pedal with the spoiler at a certain speed. I could have hooked you up there with the electronics! That would have been cool. Just use a what if function on a microcontroller pulling the tachometer speed value as a voltage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 You need to be very careful doing mods like that in case it made the car unstable, you can't just slap this stuff on a car that can do 150mph without some proper testing, just because its on a Veyron ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Well. Firstly you would just specify over a certain speed it's in neutral position to stop that. But secondly. If you're doing 150mph+ would you really be trying that with a BGW, 20" wheels and maybe spacers. I'm not so sure. I mean I see loads of people pushing mental power. Is that stable lol? Just because its OEM with 800hp doesnt make it safe. Anyway. I love unsafe stuff. Makes life exciting LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 Unsafe is simply unsafe and not exciting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lil Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 (edited) Since we are so desperate to do everything by the book, one shouldn’t do 150mph to start with.. cause it’s unsafe... (...and no exciting) period . Anyway if you’re looking for things to hate you’ll find a plethora to do so ; that’s entirely losing the point though . GWG is a bold show targeting a younger audience that might be or not yet in the car scene; following a more “American” style format as it’s broadcasted worldwide . For the purists of the world there’re always other entertainment options such as the "Chasing Classic Cars" Edited February 13, 2020 by Lil (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squiffy Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jak jak Posted February 13, 2020 Share Posted February 13, 2020 As I’ve been part of the show I have to say from the show point of view the car has been a success . If you’ve seen any of the GWG builds they’re all bold and loud . That’s the signature of the show and the fact that we are still talking about the car proves the point that it has been a successful one When (as a supra owner) I’ve been asked about my opinion by Helen (who actually envisioned the final thing) I said it’s not one for the purists and not my cup of tea but it’s done right . It has the right 90s over the top Jap tuning scene looks and it stands out enough to be fit for being a marketing tool for the club. And I really enjoy the car for what it is . In a brief discussion with jimmy we thought it might be cool to connect the spoiler w the brake pedal and with the splitter sensors so when braking above a certain speed the spoiler will go up . Unfortunately we didn’t have time to look more into it . Yes some of the work is happening off-site but that’s the case in EVERY tv series out there, but a lot of it it’s happening in the garage while filming ; specially a lot of the craftsmanship stuff. That’s why it’s called FACTUAL ENTERTAINMENT . It is scripted to an extend but not entirely . For me it’s a success story . A lot of the 90s kids (as me) got in loving the Supra through F&F and NFS underground; and still here we are , owing Supras with no bold color options and neon lights underneath them . So as a club member and Supra owner thanks to everyone involved and made it happen . Ps what happened to the stock bumper ??? All the parts picked up from GWG are still stored in our warehouse at work. They all belong to Branners at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraP-Z Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 Its different...which was the point of it. I've never been a big fan of the GT300 bodykit, its just silly wide IMO, front lights get lost and the curves just don't sit 100% right - makes it look like an actual squashed fish could definitely do with shaping and refining as it does have potential to look lovely. My favourite parts of the car - interior retrim, wheels (Actually really like these - bar the turbo fans ) and LED indicators/rear light. The wrap is not something I'd ever do on my own car, but for the club, I'd say its quite suiting and I think it looks alright for what it is. Enginewise - BPU atleast? Would've been nice to see some of the work actually carried out too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaijin Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 Not to my taste but did like the wheels Like to know where they had the seats recovered for a grand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmark Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 I think I am going to write off GWG as putting the Supra aside, the cars they have done this series were just utter garbage, it is getting silly now Take that new style VW beetle, on what planet was what they done to that car acceptable? Next they will be sticking fish tanks, toasters etc in cars, pimp my ride esq Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullthrottle Posted February 21, 2020 Share Posted February 21, 2020 Those stupid things on the front wheels and that spoiler really make it look crap imo. I'm not into bodykits it's one of the whole reasons why at one point the supra was close to becoming a cheap chav car with the n/a imports coming into the country thankfully the market went the other way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted April 8, 2021 Share Posted April 8, 2021 thought it was worth doing an update on this! So the car is still hilarious to drive, I've never had so much attention when out and about. Its had some serious issues with the ECU loom rubbing against the wheels which has caused the car a few problems to say the least. Those are all fixed now and its back to running properly! We had to raise the BC Coilovers a touch to avoid it rubbing the arch and to allow it over speed bumps. The rear spoiler struts were fitted in such a way that the water runs down in to the motor and so one has siezed and I'm trying to source another. It is great fun to drive and I hope to get it to a few meets this year. Not sure I will take it on Dragonball next year but we shall see. I know it's not what we would have chosen to do to a Supra, but it gets attention and thats what we wanted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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