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hi guys, about the end of the year i will be looking at a new car. as the R31 is abit anoying to drive on long trips.

so what im after is a car that get's from a-b and is comfterble to drive while still being fun to drive. price max $15000

i have had some idears.

r32 gtst

r33 gtst

180sx

supra non tubro.

i would like another skyline and am leaning to the 32 over the 33 as 33's are so common, however the 32's are getting.

the 180 has being of intrest but same as the 33 is done a duzone.

which leave's me with the supra. i have always had a soft spot for the supras since TFTF. and a non turbo would be good as fuel cost will be down on a turbo. (i do have a heavy right foot). and they are generly good regards relibilty.

so what are you guys thinking, if you have had exsperance driveing any of these car would be good.

alos no BS answer's like get this echo and s#$!.

chears brentt

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hi guys, about the end of the year i will be looking at a new car. as the R31 is abit anoying to drive on long trips.

so what im after is a car that get's from a-b and is comfterble to drive while still being fun to drive. price max $15000

i have had some idears.

r32 gtst

r33 gtst

180sx

supra non tubro.

i would like another skyline and am leaning to the 32 over the 33 as 33's are so common, however the 32's are getting.

the 180 has being of intrest but same as the 33 is done a duzone.

which leave's me with the supra. i have always had a soft spot for the supras since TFTF. and a non turbo would be good as fuel cost will be down on a turbo. (i do have a heavy right foot). and they are generly good regards relibilty.

so what are you guys thinking, if you have had exsperance driveing any of these car would be good.

alos no BS answer's like get this echo and s#$!.

chears brentt

no seriously an echo, on NOS with a shoehorned 2jz would be the shizzle.

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I'd go the 32gts-t. Even though N\A Supras are fairly quick for what they are, you will regret it after a few months when you want boost. Everyone I know with an N\A is saving for a turbo conversion lol.

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Well I think there are really only two options and everyone has posted attest's to that. R33 and 180sx are out, you don't even like them and they are common... but r33 gts-t would be the quickest, but thats only good if you only care about which is fastest to start with.

So that leaves supra and 32. The supra can look very nice with the right kit, rims and paint - but a lot of them have hideous kits, ugly rims and faded poo paint. If you found a clean one for around $15k I would seriously consider it.... only annoying thing is non-turbo... I would worry about getting a bit over it. And then the 32. With that budget and some time you will be able to find a nice clean late model example and it has potential to go faster too without much money... Either supra or 32 would be a good choice in my opinion

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R32 all the way! :)

PM me if your want to import a car, my cousin imports. I will do my best to get you a good price.

He imported my R32 for me, its in my signature.

Plus Supra is 3L twin cam, and you will give it heaps as its slow, so it will use a lot of fuel Plus there fkn heavy, built like a tank lol. It wont be as good on fuel as everyone thinks it will be..

On the other hand if you get an R32, 2L Turbo, if you drive it off boost you will get very good fuel economy.. better than a Supra! :laugh:

Thanks,

Abu

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hi guys, about the end of the year i will be looking at a new car. as the R31 is abit anoying to drive on long trips.

so what im after is a car that get's from a-b and is comfterble to drive while still being fun to drive. price max $15000

i have had some idears.

r32 gtst

r33 gtst

180sx

supra non tubro.

i would like another skyline and am leaning to the 32 over the 33 as 33's are so common, however the 32's are getting.

the 180 has being of intrest but same as the 33 is done a duzone.

which leave's me with the supra. i have always had a soft spot for the supras since TFTF. and a non turbo would be good as fuel cost will be down on a turbo. (i do have a heavy right foot). and they are generly good regards relibilty.

so what are you guys thinking, if you have had exsperance driveing any of these car would be good.

alos no BS answer's like get this echo and s#$!.

chears brentt

buy my r33 gts-t? :laugh: PM if you want more info :)

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you cant have power without fuel consumption so it depends on what you are looking for power or looks

im not so much worryed about looks or power, as i dont plan to mod this car (maby one or to mods) as i will manly use the car to drive between wagga wagga and melbourne (4h one way trip on the hume).

looks like i will be considering a r32 gts-t or the supra.

and yes im not a fan of turbo's,

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pffffffft stuff R33, I think I have seen enough to last me a life-time.

Either R32 or a Supra would be mint, two hot looking cars.

You would get some good fuel economy driving the R32 off boost down the high way for long trips, such as Wagga Wagga to Melbourne.. :angry:

My cousin will be able to find you a mint R32, exactly what you want and in your price range. Once your ready with the $ let me know, I will forward on your details.

Or a NA Supra for that matter, if you want to wear a skirt.. :thumbsup:

Thanks,

Abu

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Well if your definitely sure your not chasing any extra power the N\A Supra might be the go. They are a very comfortable and reliable cruiser. Only cons are limited boot space and a smaller backseat than a R32 or Silvia.

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the reason you see so many 33's round is because they are a really nice car that go very well for the money paid for em! 180s and 32s are great fun cars to drive but are both getting to be an old car, therefor and harder to find neat examples! have u thought bout other options like a series 4 or 5 mazda rx7?

brett

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