Guest doc Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 hello, I'm looking at getting a supra in the coming weeks as I have a insurance payout due. Now, I don’t have the money to get a Twin Turbo model (well not a nice one) so I'm opting for the standard 3L auto instead. I've seen some nice ones going for around the 4K mark, but tbh I'm unsure what the problem areas on a Mk 4 supra are. Obviously, timing belt, box, and the usual rust checks will be done but are there any specific "supra" problems that you have identified on your cars that I would have to look closely for? any advice would be greatly received. Also, for all you Renault owners, why not pop in to http://www.Retro-renault.com and say hello. Were a friendly bunch and our Technical expert Chris H Really is something else! Regards Doc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra-Dupra Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Hi and welcome ! Have a look in the for sale section there are some nice n/a aerotops in their at the moment ! http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/forumdisplay.php?f=38 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest doc Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 cheers matey, there are some nice cars in there. found 1 or two that took my fancy. Just want the cheque to turn up in the post now so i can make a few offers. lol (always the way huh) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRalphMan Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Welcome, so what's drawn you towards the soop? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest doc Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Well, I've owned and rebuilt Renault 19 16v's for the last 8 years, and tbh, they are getting slightly dated now. I'm still keeping my phase one as it will soon become a classic; however I fancied a new "toy", something a bit classier. I've looked at skylines, RX7's, Evo 4's and Scooby’s. Out of them all the Supra seems to be the best buy. Ok 4 grand wont get me a good turbo'd one but it will get me a 60,000 mile N/A one with all the usual toys and veliside body kit. It's also one of them cars you can’t fail to get a girl in to. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRalphMan Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 It's also one of them cars you can’t fail to get a girl in to. LOL One thing I haven't tried, unless you count the Mrs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest doc Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 LOL, yea, I no longer have that problem. This is my treat for leaving the wife. PMSL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRalphMan Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 LOL, yea, I no longer have that problem. This is my treat for leaving the wife. PMSL Well all I can say is good hunting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest doc Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 LOL cheers fella Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra-Dupra Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?t=76471 worth a glance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbieg Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 welcome the bad pionts are:- you end the day with a supid grin that only the rest of supra driver know why!! imyself drive an NA and it is great pulls like nowt and when your just cruising plant ur foot down rev count hits 3500 you get your ASS kicked it just takes off then life is a blurrrrrrrrrr!!!! as for the girls cant say !!! ( girlfreind mite read;) ) gud hunting and take someone that know sooops with you !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest doc Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 yea, ever so slightly out of my price range tbh. I could push to 4.5 but thats about it. cheers for the advice matey, obviously I can find mosty machanical issues with any car but as you say, owning/knowing the car has its advantages. I've got 3 weeks off in norfolk at the moment so I've plenty of time to potter about to find a nice one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 I can recommend this supra as a nice drive. Bit of a trip but may be worth a look? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sipstrassi Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 i am buying a supra from my selltement from the house... girlfriend soon to be wife...said after 4 years of trying to sort divorce out and sort house out deserved to treat myself... only got four weeks to go...bloody boats are slow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest doc Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Thats a nice example. I'll keep him in mind when the cheque comes through, as I'm not in a position to make any offer just yet. (which isnt fair if someone is after a quick sale) BTW has anyone heard of Bansai cars? they have a nice black one I was looking at, but as your all aware, some dealers are better than others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbieg Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 BTW has anyone heard of Bansai cars? they have a nice black one I was looking at, but as your all aware, some dealers are better than others. lookedat these guys when i was looking for mine but heard bad tales if they true or not cant say, try search on subject!! there are traders on here that will import for you !!! and they know there stuff best advise i had was take ur time test drive lots, dogs and all then you get a feel for the car or go to aution with some one buy direct and good luck!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra-Dupra Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Id chat to jurgen if I was you and give them bonsai guys a miss, hes a respected trading member on here and has imported many cars for members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prof. Monkey Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Doc, whereabouts in North Yorkshire are you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistonbroke Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Check the front main oil seal, thats the only thing thats gone wrong with mine since I've owned her. Other than that, not much, these cars are renowned for reliability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BASHTHEBISHOP Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 use the search tool on here for bonsai cars mate... some interesting results. Good luck in hunting a nice sup.. shouldnt be too difficult welcome to the club:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR.B Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Welcome to the club buddy and good luck in the hunt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest doc Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Cheers guys, I'll give Improting somethought. Also, do you mean the crank oil seal pistonborke or is there a hylomar seal on the housing that decays? BTW Prof monkey, I'm in Catterick Garrison. although for the nwxt 3 weeks I'm in Thetford in Norfolk for my leave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 this is my site if u want to import mate http://www.jm-imports.co.uk:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistonbroke Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 Yes, I mean the front crank oil seal, at the bottom of the cam belt. Its a bit of an ass to check unless the stone tray under the car is taken off, but if you look carefully from the top you should be able to see if theres a problem. There are plenty of threads constantly circulating about crank case pressure causing this problem along with plenty of thoughts as to why this occurs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Headroom Posted July 27, 2006 Share Posted July 27, 2006 I'm in Catterick Garrison. although for the nwxt 3 weeks I'm in Thetford in Norfolk for my leave. aaah the joys of Catterick Garrison, I know it well!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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