HOw do i know its a type-m r32

[r32_93]

Im about to buy a 32 gtst the guy says its a type m how do i know fore sure

any hidden features or extras should i look out for

thanks

oh and if theres a sunroof does that means it a m spec

[eXc]

search. it has been covered before. I have asked, so search for threads started by me.

i have answered about 5 times since i asked 6 months ago, so there are plenty of threads.

[Sydneykid]

Type M has 4 spot front brake callipers and 2 spot rear callipers, while the non Type M has sliding callipers.

[r32_93]

is that all ????

i would search but im at work and they have a bitch on the pc

[xRHETTx]

There are a few other little differences, but the easiest to check for and most reliable is just looking at the front brakes... If they look big with 2 round bits it is a type m, if they are small, its not.

Personally, i have never seen a non-type m R32 in Australia, but this might have changed with the amount of 89 cars that are in the country now. With SEVS it wouldnt have been worth bringing them in.

Options such as sunroofs, upgraded interior and even the "type-m" front bar are not reliable ways of telling if its a type m. The type m front bar is an option on both the non type-m and the type-m models.

My type m has the upgraded interior (gtr-like cloth), driving lights, rear wiper, big brakes, but doesnt have the type-m front bar. (it does have a crome grill insert though)

[predator]

the front brakes are crappy singles.. but $300-400 will see you a nice set of 4 pots to fix that issue up. Some say the diff is non-LSD on them, but not sure, as mine has an LSD. Otherwise the stabaliser bars might be a little smaller..

xRHETTx - well meet one right here

[Butler]

There are a few other little differences, but the easiest to check for and most reliable is just looking at the front brakes... If they look big with 2 round bits it is a type m, if they are small, its not.

Personally, i have never seen a non-type m R32 in Australia, but this might have changed with the amount of 89 cars that are in the country now. With SEVS it wouldnt have been worth bringing them in.

Options such as sunroofs, upgraded interior and even the "type-m" front bar are not reliable ways of telling if its a type m.  The type m front bar is an option on both the non type-m and the type-m models.

My type m has the upgraded interior (gtr-like cloth), driving lights, rear wiper, big brakes, but doesnt have the type-m front bar. (it does have a crome grill insert though)

i have seen quite a few non type m 89 r32's coming in at the local dealer down the road.

[Mecha]

I did a search but didnt find anything. Can someone post up a link.

Mines a 1990 make with sunroof so should i be looking for somthing different to the late model 32s?

[Eug]

your calipers will look like this.... they are ribbed

[xRHETTx]

Maybe get the VIN and post it in the FAST thread? They'll be able to tell you if its type-M or not.

[MFC05]

Ive a R32- M spec for sale it should have bigger brakes, M-spec bodykit, climate control

[xRHETTx]

The Type-M bodykit is an option... Mine came with normal front bar, no sideskirts or rear pods and its definately a type-m