Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Sadly, she really does have to go due to an excessive amount of debt. £10k loan, £7k on credit cards and £12k student loan! I will be completing the Dragonball this year, of course but following that and providing all goes well on the tour, she'll be up for sale when my insurance expires in July. Everyone knows I have had problems with this car, quite a lot and some were self inflicted, minor midlands gumball crash that took out my Radiator and FMIC, but I'm confident she's now up and running beautifully. We'll see Sunday. Just wondering what I can get for her, would be nice to recoup £1000 of the £6000 I've spent in 8 months! Just had a full service by Turbofit with new fluids all round, new Radiator upper pipe, new restrictor ring etc. Compression Test proved engine was running perfectly at 150-152psi per cyclinder. Results from leakdown test will be posted Sunday. Spec as follows: Black J-Spec(K-Reg 1993) Supra Hybrid Twin Turbo Engine Specifications: FULL ENGINE REPLACEMENT IN AUGUST 2005 BY GBH MOTORSPORT - ENGINE NOW COVERED A GENUINE 40,000 Miles Turbocharger & Induction: TURBOTECHNICS HYBRID TURBOS WITH 4000 MILES ON THEM – FITTED APRIL 2007 BY TURBOFIT GREDDY 2-ROW SPEC-M FRONT MOUNTED INTERCOOLER WITH HARD PIPE KIT - FITTED DECEMBER 2006 KOYO PERFORMANCE RADIATOR - FITTED DECEMBER 2006 BLITZ SUS INDUCTION KIT WITH HEAT SHIELD Fuel, Tuning & ECU: UPRATED WALBRO FUEL PUMP BLITZ SEQUENTIAL BOOST CONTROLLER FCD AND SPEED DELIMITER 1.2 BAR RESTIRCTOR RING Exhaust: FULLY DECATTED STAINLESS STEEL HKS SUPER DRAGGER EXHAUST Drivetrain: STANDARD Weight Reduction & Transfer: TRD CHROME STRUT BRACE Suspension, Wheels, Tyres & Brakes: BILSTEIN AND EIBACH SETUP - NO WEAR, LEAKS OR KNOCKS 17" AFTERMARKET ALLOYS WITH PIRELLI P-ZEROS 255/40/17 REAR AND 235/35/17 FRONT NEW J-SPEC DISK BRAKES WITH CW FAST ROAD PADS FITTED ONLY LAST AUGUST - COVERED ABOUT 2000 MILES! Interior & ICE: TOYOTA ENGLISH TOUCH SCREEN SAT NAVIGATION WITH INTEGRATED CD/TAPE PLAYER UPRATED PIONEER COMPONENTS AT THE REAR AND 6.5" INFINITY KAPPAS AT THE FRONT RACELOGIC TRACTION CONTROL WITH DIGITAL ADJUSTER AEM UEGO WIDEBAND AIR/FUEL RATIO GAUGE NOKIA BLUETOOTH SETUP Exterior: TOP REAR WINDOW SPOILER WINDOW DEFLECTORS RIDOX ONE-OFF SIDE SKIRTS CLEAR SIDE INDICATORS FULL HID CONVERSION FOR DIPPED BEAMS FACELIFT REFURB J-SPEC LIGHTS (Thanks Gazearjon ) FACELIFT FRONT CLEAR INDICATORS OEM REAR SPATS (To be fitted) OTHERS & BLING: TRD CHROME STRUT BRACE POLISHED FAN SHROUD FUSE BOX COVER WASHER BOTTLE, BRAKE FLUID LIDS NEW O2 SENSOR Pics in Garage here but need to be updated: http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=907 All work has been undertaken by Chris Wilson and Turbofit only since the car has been in my possession. I have plenty of receipts dating back until 2000 for all, or the majority of work undertaken on the car. Any ideas guys? Was hoping for £9k, but worried that's a little steep. Thanks, Greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Class One Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Have you got your turbos sorted Greg? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 A little steep for an auto i think mate. Probably looking at approx. £7.5k - £8k imho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 That's what I thought Yes Doug, Turbos have been sorted by Turbofit mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk-rich Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 its a shame you have to sell up after all the cash that has been put into the car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 its a shame you have to sell up after all the cash that has been put into the car Rich, I just can't afford it bud. I'm on £26k a year and each month expenses along amount to £650 just for paying off credit card and loan, plus interest. Really pissed me off mate as you're right, I've spent a packet on getting her up and running and I 'would' of been all but debt free with the exempetion of my student loan if I hadn't of bought her Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevie_b Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Nooooooooo! (but I understand your reasons for needing to sell). Greg, you've been a real credit to the club, and I hope you can stick around after it's sold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 Thanks mate. I will certainly be on the forum and will remain in touch with many of the members from here - expect the gayhead called Rich above Thanks again. Nothings sold yet so I'll still be here for another 3 months - not that easy to get rid of me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk-rich Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 not that easy to get rid of me. bastid, thought got rid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 after the dragonball you will see the light and sell anything to keep her;) well almost anything:p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Put it up at £8.5k and see how you get on from there, although if you can i would try and find another alternative as you have spent a lot and have probably turned a corner with bad luck and would probably have quite a few years of hassle free driving Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 I don't think there is an alternative mate. I seriously can't afford to pay out £200 to clear credit cards each month, whilst also paying £430 on my loan. Plus, insurance is up for renewal soon as is tax. Just doesn't seem feasible anymore. I am a little annoyed Colin as I agree mate, touch wood, I think she'll drive like a dream from now on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbourner Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 As I was reading through I was thinking I'd offer you £9k (although not at the moment!!), but I assumed it was a 6spd, so I'd say take a couple of grand off for an auto (and I want a manual, so no sale here, sorry). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 As I was reading through I was thinking I'd offer you £9k (although not at the moment!!), but I assumed it was a 6spd, so I'd say take a couple of grand off for an auto (and I want a manual, so no sale here, sorry). Well that pissed on the bonfire thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Don't sell it. Think of the pets! How will Mr. Wilson keep them in food now? Seriously though, I know how you feel. I have about half your debt but I also earn about half what you earn. I keep thinking of selling it but I know that things will get better and I'll only have to source another one. Chin up, lad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbourner Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Well that pissed on the bonfire thanks! Sorry didn't mean to sound rude or anything, I'm saying your car is a brilliant spec and it's just that I'm picky about wanting a manual. If it was manual I'd be close to saying it's a perfect car and exactly what I would be looking for (although like I said I can't afford it yet ). You were asking for a price and I was thinking it's worth about £9k, then realised it's an auto so take off whatever it loses in the market for not being manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 Thanks Martin. I suppose mate. Just had enough of the financial debt I'm in, mainly because of the car too. I could slowly pay off the credit card debt, but it'd take me a good 2.5 years to do so with insuranceetc costs too. Plus, thinking of getting on the property ladder now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bolarbag Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 I wouldnt be posting it up here m8, you'll make a loss after your documented downfalls,I hope you get your 9K for it, the values on these cars are dropping like flies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 Sorry didn't mean to sound rude or anything, I'm saying your car is a brilliant spec and it's just that I'm picky about wanting a manual. If it was manual I'd be close to saying it's a perfect car and exactly what I would be looking for (although like I said I can't afford it yet ). You were asking for a price and I was thinking it's worth about £9k, then realised it's an auto so take off whatever it loses in the market for not being manual. Only joking mate, and I full appreciate your honesty and agree with you entirely. Just a shame the price drops so much for an Auto............especially when they did better at the POD Good luck in your hunt. I could always go for a Manual conversion this year and.................no, no Greg..............maybe,..........NO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Plus, thinking of getting on the property ladder now. Will a house do 180+ and snap knicker elastic at 100 yards? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 I wouldnt be posting it up here m8, you'll make a loss after your documented downfalls,I hope you get your 9K for it, the values on these cars are dropping like flies! TBH that's what I initally thought and I said I'd never sell it to a member from the forum because of the problems I've had. Although now I'm thinking and surely people will understand that I've invested so much money with only the best of the best like CW and Greg working on the car to get her running right. No expense spared at all really considering I bought her for £8k and have spent £6k. Anyways, let's float her on the market in July and see how it goes. Can't except any lower than £8k tbh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 Will a house do 180+ and snap knicker elastic at 100 yards? Not a chance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nicholas Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 Don't sell it Greg I'll convince you not to on sunday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheefa Posted April 27, 2007 Author Share Posted April 27, 2007 Nope, I shall not change my ways Nick! I am strong. (Be strong, be strong) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoff Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 If you are gona sell up Greg do you have another motor already to use or are you going to have to get another motor? If you are what about getting an NA? The prices are pretty good so is insurance, ultra reliable and running costs are less. Then when you have the money go back to a TT or convert? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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