A Clean Skyline For $11,000, Can It Be Done?

[Hydroxinol]

Hello all you experienced Skyline drivers.

I am new to the scene and am after a clean, reliable Skyline for around $11,000 after haggling.

Can this be done?

I have been considering my options:

1. Get a R32 GTS-T

2. Get a R33 GTS

3. Get a R33 GTS-T

This question has been posed to you guys because you would have a better idea on what I can expect from each category with the money I am prepared to part with. Some questions on my mind:

- What are the chances on a 1990 R32 GTS-T being reliable these days?

- Can I get a nice R33 GTS in that price range?

- I realise $11,000 is low for a R33 GTS-T, so are cars in that price range likely to be thrased, unreliable lemons?

I guess I am trying to ask what option you would go with if you had $11,000 for a Skyline.

I greatly appreciate any replies.

Steve,

Queensland.

Edited June 24, 2007 by Hydroxinol

[jake33]

33 gtst's are cheap at the moment.. you shoulkd have no problem getting one for 11. i did, and that was like 5 months ago. so as far as your 3 choices, i would go with that personally.

but someone who likes 32's over 33's will point you that way.

11g will see you out with a nice 32 with some goodies, a decent Series 1 33. and if you want a NON turbo then you would probably be able to score a Series 2 33.

it all comes down to your personal taste. just make sure you get it all tested and checked before you buy.

also keep in mind your insurance , transfer stuff and everything, cause that can be like upto 2k on top of the car once you get it (especially if your on P's)

good luck with the hunting.. be patient and make sure you settle for something your satified with.

welcome to the forums

jake

Edited June 24, 2007 by jake33

[Hydroxinol]

Thanks for the reply Jake33,

Have you had any problems with your r33 gts-t?

Also, any known problems with it when you bought it?

[HotPlates]

You can get an average R33 Gtst series 1 for $11k with > 100,000km. But you might get lucky and pick up something with a few less k's or one that is in pretty good nick.

No way you will get a nice series II R33 Gtst for $11k. IMO, series II look better and have some minor improvements over the series I.

[jake33]

Thanks for the reply Jake33,

Have you had any problems with your r33 gts-t?

Also, any known problems with it when you bought it?

no worries.

nah no real problems or concerns with it. nothing out of the ordinary, or nothing that you woundn't expect from a 12 year old car

have a quick browse through this:

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/in...howtopic=113261

should hopefully give you some useful info.

[32vspecII]

- What are the chances on a 1990 R32 GTS-T being reliable these days?

not much . engine problems and rust a prevalent in older models , even 93s these days

- Can I get a nice R33 GTS in that price range?

definetly

- I realise $11,000 is low for a R33 GTS-T, so are cars in that price range likely to be thrased, unreliable lemons?

thrashed , damaged , rusty or mechanical problems

you get what you pay for

[Hydroxinol]

Thanks for giving it to me straight 32vspecII. I guess I will have to be cautious.

I would prefer an R33 GTS-T, but am unsure as to the chances of finding one in good condition within my price range. I am interested in hearing from anyone who was in a similar situation to mine.

[r32line]

- What are the chances on a 1990 R32 GTS-T being reliable these days?

not much . engine problems and rust a prevalent in older models , even 93s these days

Wow, thats a bit of a generalisation..... rb20's are a solid engine, and even if boosted etc they can take it and as long as they are serviced etc, they are reliable. After testing a car you will know what condition it is in and they dont all have rust. I have got 3 mates and myself that have or have had 32's and none had rust.

Edited June 24, 2007 by r32line

[Modena]

Generally you pay for what you get. If I had 11 K then I would first work out whether the car needs to be turbo or NA, if turbo then I would go for R32 GTST... maybe if I searched hard enough and was prepared to wait a few months Id be able to get R33 S1 for 11 K... A clean R33 S2 is at least 14-15 K...

[Hydroxinol]

Thanks for the replies guys, I really appreciate it.

Your friendly advice reflects on how great this Forum is, especially for new comers like me.

I will keep my eye out on the Classifieds of this forums, and the usuals like carsales, and carpoint.

Any other places I should look?

Hopefully I will become a Skyline driver in the not too distant future.

[xRHETTx]

I've had my r32 for over 3 years now and done about 110,000kms in it. Its up to 180,000kms or so now.

Mechanically, i haven't had a major problem. Í've had to replace the clutch and the fuel pump. And the timing belt at 100,000kms. That's it.

So IMHO that's pretty good reliability.

My car has a small patch of rust in the rear arches, been there for 2 years and hasn't go worse, an easy fix if i cared enough to get it dealt with/had the money to burn.

So really you should just choose which model you prefer, they are going to be pretty similar otherwise.