Legitimate P Plate Modification

[thatpplater]

Hey guys,

So I'm just about to go for my green p's (NSW) and I'm looking for my first car to modify. I'm not interested in driving like an idiot, I just want a nice stock car to make my canvas for my first modification. Working in crash investigation for a few years now I've definitely learnt not to be a stupid p plater like alot of us are

I'm thinking an R34 model (non-turbo of course), this would give me a nice canvas to customise and sell off to someone else once I get my full

license.

Do you guys have any objection or opinion on my situation? Would you recommend another car or should I go ahead and start looking?

[iruvyouskyrine]

I would recommend an R34 4 door. Not sure how they go in N/A form but they are reasonably functional and look great! Parts are reasonably priced and there is plenty of legal modifications that can be done to keep the automotive enthusiast side of you happy. No idea on the price of them though.

The RB25DE is an excellent motor (for a 2.5 N/A six cylinder) and is stupidly reliable.

[Manuel Kasko]

One of the guys on here has a great example of a silver r34 non turbo. His happy with his purchase and I'm sure you would be happy with yours.

Just don't expect it to be anywhere near as quick as a commodore or ford. The non turbo skylines normally struggle to even keep up with a lot of everyday cars.

Test drive one and if you like it then purchase it. Play around with things like suspension etc and just enjoy it for what it is.

But don't come back in here and start posting about bolting a turbo on to it while your on your green p plates. (That will cause a stir)

[thatpplater]

Thanks for the suggestion, but is there any particular you suggested a 4-door over a 2-door?

[Manuel Kasko]

Probably more common than the 2 door and cheaper.

[thatpplater]

Wasn't planning on bolting a turbo onto it anytime soon, just looking for a nice car to introduce myself to the modifying community. I've got a '97 lancer but there's only so much you can do to them...

Additionally, I've considered a commodore or Ford but to be honest I hate "Australian muscle" as my friends call them. I'd prefer something imported like the skyline.

[Manuel Kasko]

It comes down to preference then. Which do you like more the 2 door or 4 door.

Just remember 4 doors more whores

[iruvyouskyrine]

I had both a 2 door and a 4 door when i was on my P's and i hated the impracticality my R32 coupe gave me. For someone who will drive around heaps with their mates i think 4 door is king. Plus i also think the 4 door R34's look better, but that of course is totally subjective! Manuel Kasko is also correct, the 4 door's are generally cheaper to as they are not as sought after.

He is also correct about the power. Don't expect anything amazing though and you won't be dissapointed. Get yourself a manual variety and i can guarantee you will have plenty of fun in it

And you know what they say about 4 doors?

4 Doors for more......... door handles.

[Manuel Kasko]

Hahaha I cracked the 4 door joke while he was writing his reply I think

[thatpplater]

Good motto to go by guys. Yeah, I guess a 4 door would be a better fit for me, heaps of driving people around! Plus I've always had a thing against 2-door cars anyway. I was planning on buying a manual, BUT I have very limited experience in a manual (silly me), but I am learning now to drive manual, so let's hope it works out.

Another question, once I do have my black license and I have no restrictions, would it be worth adding a turbo, or just buying another car?

[Manuel Kasko]

I learnt how to drive a manual on my way home from buying my r33 haha. It was a great learning curve.

Hmm it depends how much you spend on the 34 over the next few years. I think it would be pretty easy to drop a turbo engine into it and a new computer. But it would be pretty costly trying to just bolt a turbo onto the NA engine.

[Hadouken]

you from nsw?

Wait until august 1st and you can get a turbo'd car when the new laws come in

[Manuel Kasko]

you from nsw?

Wait until august 1st and you can get a turbo'd car when the new laws come in

Can't get a turbo skyline though?

New laws still have the power/weight ratio. I have to admit though, I haven't read up about any of it.

[thatpplater]

Okay, I might try and get my hands on an R34 soon and give it a test drive. I've still got over 2 years before I'm allowed turbo anyway. How would the skyline compare with my '97 Lancer GLXi (4-door), would it be worth the upgrade?

[thatpplater]

I haven't heard the new laws..?

[Manuel Kasko]

How do you mean compare?

Do you mean power?

Style?

Comfort?

I wouldn't have a clue because I haven't drive a lancer before.

[thatpplater]

Okay, I'll just give it a test drive and see what it feels like compared to my car right now. My car is falling apart anyway, so I'm thinking it's time for an upgrade.

[iruvyouskyrine]

The only turbo nissan NSW P platers can drive (as of 1st August) is the aus delivered 200SX (ala S15)

This is my mates old car. R34 4 Door, RB25DE manual. He drove the pants off it and it was all legal.

[Hadouken]

Go and look up the rms p plate vehicle restrictions. You can do a car search to see what is banned and what is not.

The skyline falls inbetween. It says to contact RMS. It does not say banned next to it, however the 32 GTR is outright banned lol.

Silvia's are allowed. And I know what Id own as a p plater

[Manuel Kasko]

Good luck

Can't wait to see the 34 if you buy one.

Also a r33 is a cheaper option which leaves more money for cool mods.

They come in both 4 door and 2 door.