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Early 90's Wheels For White 32 Gtr
Sinista32 replied to NISMO's topic in Exterior & Interior Styling
These were offered up to me last year. Unfortunately I didn't buy and I'm not sure if they are sold. Not posted in FS. LMGT1's - New in original box's 18x9.5 +14 Beautiful -
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Meaning it's had a front end dingle and been Repaired/Replaced. Bonnet, Lights etc...
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Like any grading it is a matter of opinion and can be based on who's paying the Graders wage. As mentioned many times it's best to have some one on the ground. I have leveraged the following info of the net. Japanese Car Auction Grading The grade is the overall assessment of the car given to it by the Japanese car auction house’s own assessors. The purpose of the grade is to give you a quick idea of the general condition of the car or vehicle. However, it is not enough to base your final bidding decision on: There will be a range of different quality levels within each grade, so a car that is classified as a grade 4 may be almost a grade 4.5 in quality terms, or it may be only just above a grade 3.5. As a buyer, you use the grading to narrow down the vehicles you may want to bid on. Once you have narrowed down the field, this is when the car map and our translation of the auction sheet will help you to make the final decision about whether to go ahead or not. There are usually two grades: The overall grade based on the exterior and mechanical condition (usually a number), and the interior grade, based on the interior condition (usually a letter - A, B or C). Although different auctions may have slightly different methods of determining each grade, in general they are broadly similar. Let’s look in more detail at the grading below. Overall Grade Grade 7, 8, 9 or S is given to a new car that is being sold in an auction, with only delivery mileage. Grade 6 Similar to the cars above but with a little more than delivery mileage. Grade 5 to a car with exceptionally low mileage and in mint condition. Grade 4.5 is in excellent condition, but can also have mileage of up to 100K. Grade 4 is a good, solid car. Mileage is not an issue (could be low or high). Grade 3.5 is similar to a grade 4 but may need more paint and panel work. Alternatively, it may have high mileage. Grade 3 often has either serious paint and panel, or it has had a panel replacement somewhere. Grade 3 cars can also be basically grade 3.5s in terms of condition, but with very high mileage. Grade 2 is reserved for vehicles in the worst condition. This does not mean that they are write offs, simply that they have experienced deterioration such that they are now in a very poor state. A grade 2 vehicle will often have corrosion, perhaps corrosion holes and other serious issues. If you are looking for “classic” and other older cars or older trucks and buses, you will find a number of them are grade 2. Grade 1 Can be one of the following 1). After market turbo / engine (some sort of serious modification to the original vehicle) 2). Transmission changed from auto to manual. Grade A, R, RA are repair history cars. The auctions definition of “repair history” is a car that has had an inside panel repaired in some way. This can range from extremely minor to major. Grade ??? are ungraded write off cars which may not move at all. Auctions provide no information about these cars on the auction sheets. If the cars are drivable, then there should be no additional transportation costs. However, if the motor does not start or if the car cannot move under its own power for some other reason there may be problems in getting it from the auction to the port, and then from the yard onto the ship. If the engine does not start and is not steerable, transportation and port costs can skyrocket. Exterior and Interior Grading Some auctions have a letter, A, B or C to denote the exterior and interior grade separately. These letters can be seen near the overall grading number. A is excellent, B average and C below average. We will normally not note the exterior grade, as the exterior condition of the car can be ascertained by looking at the car map (see below). For the interior grade, we will normally note this in the translation of the auction sheet if you bid on a car. Car Map This is in the bottom right corner of the auction sheet. On the map, the number after the letter denotes the severity of the damage. 1 = light, 2 = moderate, 3 = significant , 4 = major A Scratch U Dent B Dent with scratch W Wave, or repaired area S Rust (orange discoloration on the surface) C Corrosion (rust has progressed so that now the original metal is now flaking away) P Paint marked H Paint faded XX Replaced panel / item X Item that needs replacing G Stone chip on glass Y Crack E Dimple In general non-Japanese people tend to find that this grading is stricter than they were expecting. Once you have received a car, and you can compare the actual vehicle with the car map on the auction sheet, you will then be able to have a better idea of how the Japanese used car auction inspector grades different issues. This will help inform your future bidding decisions. If you are thinking about bidding on a car but are unsure because there are some Japanese notes, you can place a bid just over the start price and request a translation. Once the translation comes back, you can then decide whether to increase your bid to a sensible level, or to cancel the bid based on the translated information you receive. We will not bid live on the car unless we are sure you are happy with the condition of the vehicle you are bidding on. Please note that, unlike some of our competitors, we do not charge for a translation of the auction sheet. As long as you have placed a bid on the vehicle and just need to know the details in order to make your final decision about whether to proceed or not, we are happy to give you a translation. Our goal is to give you the best information so that you can make a good, informed decision about whether to get the car or not. Our customer service staff are both fluent in Japanese and English, as well as being experienced in reading these auction inspection reports. Of course, we can provide you with some advice as well, if we think a car is not a good idea to bid on, although the final decision to bid or not bid is up to you. We give you the best information - you make the decision.
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Sau A.c.t. - What Did You Do To Your Car Today?
Sinista32 replied to Got a Pulsar's topic in Australian Capital Territory
Good plan Kyle I'm lListening to music ATM. Will line up some movies for tonight and get dinner on soon. Chillin tonight and likely get lucky and Rob - that's GOLD. "LUBETUBE". -
How bout an SAU ACT business thread?
Sinista32 replied to Veilside R33's topic in Australian Capital Territory
Currently an IT Tech Consultant, Business Development Manager -
Ahoy (matey)
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Sau A.c.t. - What Did You Do To Your Car Today?
Sinista32 replied to Got a Pulsar's topic in Australian Capital Territory
lather yourself in it and play catch n kiss with some one's misses then upload results to you tube - O'night sensation -
Sau A.c.t. - What Did You Do To Your Car Today?
Sinista32 replied to Got a Pulsar's topic in Australian Capital Territory
friggin cold ass rain out Southside \,,,/ \,,,/ Snow clouds movin in Brrrrrr ! -
Sau A.c.t. - What Did You Do To Your Car Today?
Sinista32 replied to Got a Pulsar's topic in Australian Capital Territory
you buy for me half price ? I clean your GTR Edit: My door cards are fairly schmik but I took the grey material off as it was peeling back. If I went new again I'd likely paint the material black. -
Fatz Gtr Reliability Testing
Sinista32 replied to fatz's topic in Members Cars, Project Overhauls & Restorations
changing signage to 13B ? with the next engine..... Brap brap brap -
that's exactly what I said to the shop who told me and he confirmed it is going for approval prior to going to market.
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Sau A.c.t. - What Did You Do To Your Car Today?
Sinista32 replied to Got a Pulsar's topic in Australian Capital Territory
Thanks MiK Hope it stays in the Ghetto mate -
Sau A.c.t. - What Did You Do To Your Car Today?
Sinista32 replied to Got a Pulsar's topic in Australian Capital Territory
ouch......OUCH ! Thank you -
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Sau A.c.t. - What Did You Do To Your Car Today?
Sinista32 replied to Got a Pulsar's topic in Australian Capital Territory
Plse confirm above -
Good - looks, sounds, price from a computer screen Check KM's - expect not legit. They are nearly always wound back. Ask for all paper work, auction papers, manuals, service records. Plenum painted/flaking indicates greater KM's. It has N1 Headlights - not stock, OEM gear nob replaced with a crappy one, dash has bubble which I wouldn't think you would find in such a low KM vehicle. No OEM matts - also indicates a lot of use and removed. (or sold separately) Checks - Chassis, compression test results and leak down. Suspension, steering components, paint/rust and oil if your keen. Being a newbie If your seriously keen on this pay $330 and have a pro check it over first. (State roads inspection report) Edit: It has R34 Vspec aluminium pedals. It could be this has one has been "cleaned up" and well detailed. Don't be fooled.
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First post seems clear A Customer of Edward Lee's has come on here, seen the posts and decided to angry PM those who have made comment on the "business practices" of Edward Lees. Sydking has decided to expose the post but not the User/Member. Unfortuantely for that person there is indisputable evidence of misrepresentation of some of the vehicles on the lot. That's how I read it ....
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Sau A.c.t. - What Did You Do To Your Car Today?
Sinista32 replied to Got a Pulsar's topic in Australian Capital Territory
Very True indeed Kat - It is good checking Nissan spare parts first and they don't seem to fluctuate with exchange rates if the parts are in country. My issue with calling them previously is there not real helpful and never call back. (but I don't have bewbs ) They can be a lot more expensive too and sometimes cant get what you see on RHD/Nengun. But now having an insider the service is brilliant Must admit I picked up mine even cheaper still off someone who bought new, with horn button, and didn't unpack it. Win -
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Sau A.c.t. - What Did You Do To Your Car Today?
Sinista32 replied to Got a Pulsar's topic in Australian Capital Territory
Hmm - might have been around $115 each I think when I bought mine. But postage is very exy due to length. all air postage out of Japan is daylight robbery.....SAL less so and sea cheaper still. Paid $90 bux freight recently for an RH9 alternator. Half the size of a shoe box ! Best idea is to compile a list and save for it all. Then buy and use Sea as delivery method (6-8weeks) My issue is I cant wait so it goes DHL. RHD & Nengun are my favourite Jap shops. Some costs - Rear window Trim (only) is $330. Qtr windows about $220 ea. OEM Windscreen $1700, Dash $1100ish (NAL). OEM GTR Steering wheel around $1k deliverd. C-pillars $140ea -
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