Seano350GT Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 BTW you can pick up a MINT V35 6mt for $20,000. I know in QLD there aren't many Manuals left for sale, at least that's what Carsales says. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6579719 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORBY Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Mines a 2003 premium pack and I got it for let's say significantly less than 20k, auction grade 4 with 80k on it. There's bargains around, don't check the sites email the importer directly Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6579758 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seano350GT Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Mines a 2003 premium pack and I got it for let's say significantly less than 20k, auction grade 4 with 80k on it. There's bargains around, don't check the sites email the importer directly Tell me what you paid! I bought mine for $21,000 with 70,000km flat. I could of bought it for 19ish but i was stupid and just went for it. Also, what does grade 4 mean? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6579777 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMOKEYV35 Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Thanks fellas - that's positive then - hopefully leave some money in the tin for some tidy mods, after insurance that is - these things seem to be frighteningly expensive to insure! The 2006's on carsales seem to all be mid 25s.....so hopefully can snag one for less. Pretty sure it's a buyers market - i know it's not a sellers market because my MPS isn't shifting as quickly as i'd like! As for buyers guide, I was sort of looking for something that can help me to identify common problem areas - like areas to look for rust - common issues like i'm reading about the CD jamming, door locks, A/C control issues and fuel senders playing up, and VVT rattle. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6579779 Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5iv Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Tell me what you paid! I bought mine for $21,000 with 70,000km flat. I could of bought it for 19ish but i was stupid and just went for it. Also, what does grade 4 mean? Grade for is very good quality. Grade 5 is excellent. No marks or scratches. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6579798 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seano350GT Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 (edited) Also beware 90% of people that advertise their car for sale has no idea how much it's actually worth. So take $3000 ish off whatever is advertised. Insurance - LOL i pay $2200 a year. 21 years old, no accidents, lost licence 6 months for speeding. Live in low-medium risk area. Add compression rod bushings to that list, they flog out piss easy. Get factory revised ones and swap them, they are great. Window motor goes easy, fuel gauge will also start to be incorrect each time you start the car. I filled mine up last night and it's still on 3/4 tank.. Few other things other people can add Edited October 15, 2012 by Seano350GT Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6579799 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORBY Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 Tell me what you paid! I bought mine for $21,000 with 70,000km flat. I could of bought it for 19ish but i was stupid and just went for it. Also, what does grade 4 mean? less than 16k inc 1 years rego in vic insurance is $880pa and im 24 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6579884 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seano350GT Posted October 15, 2012 Share Posted October 15, 2012 less than 16k inc 1 years rego in vic insurance is $880pa and im 24 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6580008 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jukes75 Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Hey All, I'm a newcomer to everything Nissan and in particular skylines. I recently purchased a V36 (about 4 months ago now) and have been lurking in the background of this forum but finally decided to share some pics of my ride. It's completely stock but I have since put new tyres on the front and rear due to an incident with a nail. I'm now sitting on 275/35's on the rear and 245/40's on the front. Some of you may frown on the mix of the infiniti / skyline badges but I don't mind it so much. Hope you enjoy the pics (be gentle ) Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6584331 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seano350GT Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Hey All, I'm a newcomer to everything Nissan and in particular skylines. I recently purchased a V36 (about 4 months ago now) and have been lurking in the background of this forum but finally decided to share some pics of my ride. It's completely stock but I have since put new tyres on the front and rear due to an incident with a nail. I'm now sitting on 275/35's on the rear and 245/40's on the front. Some of you may frown on the mix of the infiniti / skyline badges but I don't mind it so much. Hope you enjoy the pics (be gentle ) Welcome Petar, I sure do love the V36, such a good looking machine. 275/35 is a chunky ass tyre, make sure it doesn't throw your speedo out there is calculators online you can use to compare the tracks. I do frown on the mix, but it's your car do what you want. I prefer debadged anyway Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6584337 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NORBY Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Welcome Petar, absolutely love it!!! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6584385 Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5iv Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Lovely ride mate. Looks awesome. Mine's badged as an infiniti on the rear, so I'm not frowning. 275s on factory wheels? That's a pretty wide tyre. What's the factory specs for tyres? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6584390 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jukes75 Posted October 17, 2012 Share Posted October 17, 2012 Thanks for the kind words. I've added a page from the Infiniti manual for the wheel/tyre factory specs. I read up on this stuff on the myG37.com website as well since the guys in the US are right into this sort of stuff. Suffice to say, 275's are probably the widest you would go on the rear stock rims. Regarding the badges, it's tough call but I'm glad that whoever owned the car in a previous life also added the infiniti badge to the steering wheel. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6584411 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzabro Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Hey all, I'm new just signed up because today I decided my next car is going to be a V35. Just have some questions/wanted some advice? Basically just is it best to get one from Australia or Import from Japan? I see people talking about all the extra/s that are optional now that its 2012 and i suspect they arent making these any more is that possible. Ive got about $20000-$25000. Really want a nice V35 manual with the leather seats etc and possibly put in a turbo after if that is possible/recommended? Thoughts? I would love some input Thanks James Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6631496 Share on other sites More sharing options...
t5iv Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Welcome to the group! There are some good examples on car sales but it can also be a waiting game, waiting for the perfect one to pop up. Some of the guys here are looking at selling, so that may be an option. Where are you located? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6631859 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seano350GT Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Hi James welcome to the group, Between 20 and 25k you can find an immaculate manual v35 with premium pack brembo's leather and bose sound. I think signing up with importers would be a good idea or at least speaking to some and seeing what the word is in Japan and seeing how many are actually out there. I've been stalking carsales for a few weeks now for Manual v35's that look tidy and i've found next to nothing. The same v35 with a gtr front bumper has been there since i bought my car.. 8 months ago. They certainly aren't selling fast but as Tony said it's a good idea to play the waiting game and look for a perfect one. Post in V-Series Skylines and you'll receive some good feedback. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6632125 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMOKEYV35 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 welcome mate - i have just been where you are and i'm very happy with my purchase. i was looking for auto - which may or may not make a difference to the quality and availability of car- but after enquiring with some importers, i decided i was better off buying something landed. With the costs associated with importing these days, the wait, and the unknown factors of not being able to seen, hear, feel the car - i can't really see the benefits importing when there are plenty of cars landed, complied and tangible - for similar money if not less. But feel free to do your due diligence. This is a nice car with some nice mods: http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/nissan-skyline-2004-12745886?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=33&page=3&eapi=2&__N=1246%201252%201247%201282%201216+4294678014&num=15&silo=Stock&Range=Price:Min,25000~1&items=[Make:NISSAN,Model:SKYLINE,Series:V35]&sort=Price Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6633032 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEE490 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Hey guys! Thought idd finally sign up and introduce myself, Names Lee im 22 i live in Brisbane and drive a 04 series 2 coupe in Lakeshore Blue. Have owned the car now for roughly 4 months and have kept it completely stock bar my CCFL headlights that i installed last Friday. Had planned on doing rims but am going to put on hold since im getting sum dental work done shortly, Anyways hope to post sum pics soon and shall see you guys around. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6645406 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seano350GT Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Hey Lee, love that colour man definitely get some pics up. Welcome aboard. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6645450 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELFGT350 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Hey guys! Thought idd finally sign up and introduce myself, Names Lee im 22 i live in Brisbane and drive a 04 series 2 coupe in Lakeshore Blue. Have owned the car now for roughly 4 months and have kept it completely stock bar my CCFL headlights that i installed last Friday. Had planned on doing rims but am going to put on hold since im getting sum dental work done shortly, Anyways hope to post sum pics soon and shall see you guys around. Welcome Lee and Im sure you will be happy with it. I had one of the first 2005 lakeshore blue coupes to arrive now I see a few around- in fact only today saw another one .Wondering if yours might be manufactured end of 2004 cause i didn't think that colour was available till early 05 ( could be wrong). Can't wait to see your pics Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/191705-newbies/page/36/#findComment-6645916 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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