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Hey guys, first post here. A friend directed me here so that I could get some advice. I'm 22 and just about to buy a new car after rolling around in a pos for the last few years. I'm really confused though, I was quite geared up to go out and buy a VZ SS Commodore, until I saw a friends Skyline. Until I saw his I always thought they were a bit boring, but his is pretty cool.

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93skylinehe1.jpg

(Ignore the badge on the front there, it's not a GT-R)

It's a '93 Skyline R33 2.5lt, auto. The guy is asking $15,000 for it, with 103,000km on the clock and a full service history including the big one. A few of the reasons I'm not sure if the Skyline is for me:

  • Insurance is $2500 per year with Just Car ($500 more than the SS)
  • Undesired attraction from police (Especially after the smash at St Marys)
  • Possible complications because it's an older car (mechanical problems)
  • Lack of safety equipment compared to newer cars
  • Theft risk

On the upper hand though:

  • It really is a nice car to look at (more original than just another Commodore)
  • It should be speedy
  • A definate looker (positive attention from people)
  • It does have an Alarm/Immobiliser
  • It's a lot cheaper than buying an VZ SS

So .. there are a few of my thoughts. I really want to hear what you guys out there think.

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I gotta say I dont mind the look of it. Is that a veilside kit?

I'd lose the badge and maybe stick an original one back on or just leave it open...

With a few mods it will easily be as quick as the ss commo. They're not that quick (mid 14s 1/4 mile - correct me if i'm wrong).

The skyline would be a lot more involving to drive, although this could just be my opinion (shared by many on here no doubt).

Once you get to rating 1 your insurance (and as you get older) should drop below $1000. I own a stagea which is insured by just car for just over $1000 a year and I'm 25.

It depends if you want a semi-unique sports car or "just another commodore".

I'd suggest the skyline will be able to match the performance of the ss whilst being easier on the fuel if properly tuned. Most people I know with ss commodores or v8 monaros average 15L/100km or more.

Weigh it all up, because there are more differences between the two choices than just the cars - it will affect how people view you as well to an extent. :huh:

Hope that helps. Good luck with the decision. I went from a vl commo to a nissan silvia and never looked back. Since then I have owned a second silvia (turbo) and now a stagea. Nothing wrong with any of them, just needed something faster and then something faster & bigger :thumbsup:

Then again, why not buy a stagea? you'll get loads of attention (none from cops) and they're very unique and have 4 doors, boot space, and plenty of performance potential. awd is nice too :(

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$15K for an auto, that's probably basically stock, is laughable >_<

It's probably only worth $10-11K, that's if it is in good condition.

Hope your "mate" isn't trying to rip you off >_<.

Personally i think those rims and kit are hideous.

Agreed...the chromies make it look cheap and the veilside front bar is not only fugly but you will have clearance issues down the track. If you have to buy a 33, keep on lookin there are definattely better ones out there. Oh and if ur mate is charging you 15k for it, I'd be thinkin twice if he's really ur mate :rofl:

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it has been said before, but i will say it again - 15k is way too much..

you forgot to mention whether it is turbocharged or not.. i'm assuming at that price it is?

You could find a much better skyline out there for that price... heck throw in another 4 - 5k and you have got yourself a very nice GTR - guaranteed to munch an ss commy >_<

I'm not trying to boast or be a cock head but i picked up the following skyline for a $14000 price tag:

1994 R33 GTSt Manual 2.5l turbo

* Custom Plates [HKS-33R]

* 19" XHP rims

* M Spec Body Kit

* Slim lip Spoiler

* HKS POD Filter

* HKS Blow-Off-Valve

* HKS Front-Mount Intercooler with Custom Cut Front Bar

* HKS Turbo Timer

* Tinted Windows

* Turbo Back Exhaust (3" to 4" muffler to 5" cannon)

* Mounted Air/Fuel Meter and Boost Gauges on A-Pillar

* Greddy Digital Boost Controller

* Alpine AMP, Head-Deck, Splits, 6x9's and 5's

* White-line Rear Camber Kit (Upper Arm)

* 4 x New Pirrelli tyres

Bargains are definatly out there! GL

Michael

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after st marys media attention etc the problem is not restricted to a model of car... just anybody with a car that "looks" like its owner gives it attention.. if its a model capable of sub 6sec 0-100 or if you have p plates on your car.

problem with aus... we dont have any place someone can just go to and give it a squirt without endangering people outside of that 1 vehicle that cost less than 200 for a little track time. What im saying is we don't have de-regulated places for "hoons". places you could go where it is similar to a track that dont incure the cost... im thinking tracks that dont cost as much really... that are allot more accessible.

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