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    Nrma Vintage And Classic Insurance

    in General Automotive Discussion

    Posted

    Just called for a quote

    1999 R34 V Spec

    Insured value $50k

    Premium $667 p.a.

    Excess $1000

    or

    Premium $785 p.a.

    Excess $300

    Current insurance with Just Car is agreed value $45k and premium was $1536 with a +$2000 excess (after a lot of wrangling).

    Only catch is I need to buy a second car for daily duties to have the insurance with NRMA - which I was planning to do anyway.

    With the GTR on e85, I actually come out ahead buying and running second car just on the fuel and insurance savings alone ($940 p.a. saving, which helps fund the depreciation of the second car).

    Oil Pressure Sensor Engine Protection

    in Forced Induction Performance

    Posted

    The only protection against lack of oil pressure is cutting ignition altogether, ie switching the engine off. Even then it is too late most of the time, especially with an RB26. This is not something you want happening on the track with someone up your arse.

    Personally I think logging the pressure is more important, which the Haltech can do, you will find the pressure changes constantly but pressure should never drop too low. If it does you obviously need to sort out your sump baffling etc.

    Engine protection is generally programmed to cur revs to a certain level (3k), which I guess would still result in a big on-track slowdown.

    But do you think the protection wouldn't kick in fast enough to save the bottom end?

    Oil Pressure Sensor Engine Protection

    in Forced Induction Performance

    Posted

    Was thinking of installing the Haltech oil pressure sensor in order to take advantage of the Platinum Pro's engine protection feature.

    Wanted to see if anyone had experience with the protection, how effective it was and get a sense of if it is a reasonable compromise vs installing a high flow pump and extended sump. $400-500 for a sensor and protection setup versus $3500 for the sump and pump.

    Car is a daily, and I just want peace of mind to be able to track it occasionally. I'm not fussed if a hot lap is cut short by protection if it saves the engine. Already have a wideband sensor and lean out protection.

    My 34 GTR is running stock turbos at 14psi on e85, but I'm thinking of going to -9s. I've already got an oil cooler, injectors, pump and there hasn't been any head work done at all (no cams, gears, springs, retainers etc) if that makes a difference.

    Just Went For A Spin In A Tesla Model S

    in General Automotive Discussion

    Posted

    Fun fact

    Mercedes Benz S Class 500 is the same price as a fully loaded Tesla Model S in the USA.

    In Australia the fully loaded Model S is $140k cheaper than the S500!!!

    You could buy two Model S's in Australia for the price of an S Class. Thats the definition of gouging.

    That said, for the same money, its a no brainer for me to go for an S Class. Much nicer and more refined car inside (and an awesome V8 twin turbo).

    Just Went For A Spin In A Tesla Model S

    in General Automotive Discussion

    Posted

    Depreciation rates in the US have been similar to the comparable euro cars, which isn't great.

    In Australia, Tesla will be such a low volume manufacturer that I doubt the competition here would give themselves a haircut when they're probably booking a 30-50% premium to "fair value" currently.

    It's just scary how much luxury car tax adds to the whole equation. It's about ~$20k on a $180k car. Scam!

    Just Went For A Spin In A Tesla Model S

    in General Automotive Discussion

    Posted

    I drove the Model S at the star and it was damn quick. We were cruising along the Anzac bridge and the rep said to tap it to the floor quickly, which I was all too happy doing. The faster you put your foot down the faster it picks up.

    The max torque at all speeds made for an incredible rolling pickup of speed. It would have to rival most cars in the same price range for response.

    Besides the instant torque, it also doesn't need to shift down a gear or 3 in order to maximize acceleration.

    I agree with the impression of finishes and inclusions. Was very roomy, with 2 boots, a panoramic roof and a great steering wheel.

    You can cover the whole interior in alcanatra and carbon which would look awesome.

    I'm actually going to drive it again with a relative tomorrow.

    For the equivalent E or 5 I think you're getting something way cooler, faster and more unique in the Model S.

    Tesla have also priced the car equivalent to the US price adjusting for shipping, FX and local taxes and that's it. None of the gigantic marking up conducted by most other manufacturers.

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    Over 40 Yr Old, Rating 1 - Insurance Cost?

    in VR Series - R35 GTR, Juke-R

    Posted

    I'm getting screwed by the looks of it.

    Age- 30

    No at faults or infringements in last 5 years

    Car- 1999 R34 GTR V

    Mods- Light

    Suburb- Medium risk

    Use- Daily

    Insurer- Just Car

    Agreed value- $45k

    Premium- $1,500

    Excess- $2,700 (not typo)

    They wanted to charge me $1,800 so I called and whinged and they knocked $300 off. Shannons quoted me $4,600 and NRMA quoted $2,600.

    They try to jack up the premium every year. And the value falls about 5% p.a.

    Must be the import factor, car type history and daily use that makes the difference.

    Can't believe someone is paying just $800 to insure $200k of R35.

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