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Saw the legendary Slim two days ago around 5.00pm coming home from work. Just along the Pacific Highway, at the turn off before BP and the drive-in KFC. I'm not too good with street names The car looks absolutely stunning mate.

Here are a few snaps from the past few weeks. 1. Carousel Horse at Luna Park 2. From the Gosford Yacht Club 3. Taken at Waratah Park off Mona Vale Road 4. Spaggetti XD 5. My chair

f**k those ads sent shivers down my spine. A real wake-up call that you always got to drive safe. I'm on my Red P's and have been driving like a granny as of late, but I used to drive a lot more erratically. Just watching these gives me that sinking feeling in your stomach - imagine in real life if it happened. Stay safe on the roads!

I'll post what I posted on the video. 'There is very little space to pass on these roads? If the R35 had started the Sudden Death round the GTR would be the winner. You can't expect in a single minute race for there to be any legit passing' This video proves nothingggg

Stunning shot Slim! Beautiful contrast between the orange and blue. Just stunning.

Am stoked that I finally got my first camera for Christmas Canon Powershot SX10IS - which I've used in the past week up at the Central Coast. Here are some of my top shots from the week. Thoughts? This is probably my third time I took some 'proper' photos. Any feedback would be great

It's a little discouraging for the car enthuiast scene wouldn't you say? I mean not everyone wants to drive on track. But rather, use their pride and joy as their daily. I mean what will become of all of us here? For all the motoring clubs, who are in love with 90's and earlier cars.

Well a month or two ago I had my sights set on a S13 or a R32 or R33 NA but I think I'll save a lot more money in the long run by getting a Honda Civic; installing an exhaust and sound system. And keep that for about 10 years whilst I save for the R34 GTR. Although.. the way fuel pricing is at the moment, who knows what form motorvehicles will take by then. I.e. laws introduced banning the use of petroleum in cars, a complete lack of oil all together to support the global economy, introduction of new hybrid cars, phasing out of petroleum use cars

Saw the famous DRDOOF again today. Driving on Mona Vale Road at around 2.30. You probably didn't notice or remember but I was in a white Peugeot 206 with P plates on. I was tempted to wave at you as I went by, but you may have been like WTF. Haha.

I hope to do some these modifications to the car. I.e. Rims, Brakes, Tyres, Tinting, Possible paintjob/detailing, Sound System, Suspension, Interior, Air Intake, Intercooler, Exhaust, Dump Pipe etc What would those mods be defined as? These would all be done steadily over a couple of years I imagine. I'm not planning to touch the engine internals. Like pistons, crankshafts.. Driven on the weekend; maybe not trackdays for a couple years after I buy until I've got the dough. I plan also to save up for a motorbike to drive to combat fuel prices and to lower the mileage and running costs of the Skyline over time

I appreciate the replies guys. I should have specified that I am planning to modify the car. And it would only be a weekender, whilst I would ride my bike to and from work. I know I will catch the modding bug, but I need to have the knowledge that if you're disciplined with the money it won't have a major affect on your budget etc. That you can still live a fairly secure financial life. Without sounding wanky or anything, does this make sense haha?

I am in the process of making goals for my financial future. I am wanting to buy a Skyline by the age of 25. However, one of my key concerns is from what I've heard over and over again on these forums - Skylines suck your wallet dry. How true is this statement? How much of your paycheck usually goes towards your baby? Does having a Skyline really hinder your saving or regular spending ability? Or is it a misunderstood rumour which I've gullibly accepted? Help me out here Seb

Well that was my direct intention

The interior may be nice but you'll be better off getting the underside of the car checked. That's where the real damage will show, if there's any at all. There's a terrific thread in another forum about What to look for when buying a Skyline. Good luck with your purchase!

Word! This guy is obviously an absolute tosser! How can anyone possibly defend him? There is nothing sensible about going that speed limit. Nothing can justify this type of action! He more than likely shat his pants when he saw the sirens, rather than having a lesser fine in mind or being sensible. It's people like this who give us all a bad name.

Just bought the magazine yesterday mate, congratulations! Very nice engine bay

Haha I imagine it would have! Forgive my lack of direction, I only live right around the corner from Beechworth

You were parked on it? That might not have been the street. The sign was a bit crooked. Around the corner from PLC?

Just drove past DRDOOF at Myoora Avenue in Pymble. The car looks amazing in real mate

I own an Automatic 2002 Peugeot 206. For the last few weeks I've been having some serious engine trouble. About 2 weeks ago, on the way home.. when I stopped at lights or a giveway section the engine would cut out. I would have to put the car in park, handbrake. And then turn the ignition again. I took it in for a service about a week ago. My dealership installed a new throttle response system which they said should solve the problem. For the last couple of days, all was running well. However, last night on the way home my engine cut about 20 times within a 15 minute drive. Incredibly frustrating considering I just spent $800 earlier this week. For many reasons I've begun to not trust the judgment, knowledge or the workmenship of my crappy dealer. I was wondering if anyone had knowledge of what my problem would be here? I just can't keep spending this amount of money with no results. Any advice whatsoever would be terrific, considering I'm taking the car back there blindly tomorrow. Really appreciated. Thanks EDIT: This may belong in another section? I'm not too sure

Appreciate the advice. Thanks alot buddy. I won't be purchasing the car until January so I have plenty of time to scout out for parts etc and weigh up options. I got a good quote from Just Cars for full comprehensive so I'm reasonably happy with that. Thanks once again

Haha. I am slowly catching the modding bug but I think that I am disciplined enough with money to manage it effectively. If it takes me another couple of months to do that modification I've been craving for then so be it. It'll be tempting but worth it in the long term. Cheers for the advice however Also, does anyone have any knowledge of the original question?

Yes. That's the one - how they determine engine mods. I'm not allowed to drive a turbo. I got my Red P's in February of this year. But I love the shape and look of the R32 and S13. If I still have the car by the time I'm onto my full license I'll hopefully drop a turbo engine in. So those two are ideal. EDIT: Haha, streetracing is certaintly not what I'm out to do. Far from it. It's because of these idiot hoons who have forced the Road Authorities to restrict what we can and can't drive. I am no hoon.

Ha my mistake mate. I'm fairly new to the scene. Just needed some advice in the short term. Cheers for the advice mate. I live on the North Shore and probably will only be a weekend ride. I'm considering either an R32 or an S13 but with limited exterior modifications. Thanks for the feedback guys.

Hey there. Does anyone have a link or information regarding modifications for P-Platers? I'm talking about for e.g. Pod filters, pulley kits, radiators etc. What is accepted/legal for P-platers? And are there any ways to get around these? Hope some can help me out Cheers