To Buy Or Not To Buy

[Sim]

Hi all, SAU noob and my first post, ive searched but couldnt find anything.

Looking at a R33 S2, and theres a few examples out and i can't decide whether to buy a modded car or not, i want about 160-180RWKW so nothing special, should i buy a clean unmodded and do it myself or buy one already done?

Are there any pitfalls to buying modded? (apart from the quest for more hp )

And is there anyone you reccomend for checking out the car? RACV? is there a company that specialises in imports?

Edited May 22, 2006 by Sim

[danielson]

doesnt matter either way, modded or not its likely to have been thrashd. get a modded one and rebuild it... easy

[Munna1]

Hi all, SAU noob and my first post, ive searched but couldnt find anything.

Looking at a R33 S2, and theres a few examples out and i can't decide whether to buy a modded car or not, i want about 160-180RWKW so nothing special, should i buy a clean unmodded and do it myself or buy one already done?

Are there any pitfalls to buying modded? (apart from the quest for more hp )

And is there anyone you reccomend for checking out the car? RACV? is there a company that specialises in imports?

Getting one that has been modded in the first place will save you money in the long run just be extra cautious. Get a leakdown test, compression test and ask where the car was modded and tuned make sure mods where done be pro’s

cheers

[eMsta]

When I was looking, I was looking for a totally stock r33 - though what danielson said is correct - they all will have been thrashed at some point. The car that you do buy though - make sure you do a thorough inspection - Merlis thread on what to look for will help you a lot.

In the end yes, u do save up on a lot of money buying one thats already got mods done to it. But at the same time, putting on mods can also be fun (if u exclude the fact that ur savings are going down). Hence, why im enjoying it right now, the mods are starting to appear slowly.

[PAV34]

I, disagree and recommend you get it stock.

True that prob all have been thrashed, but also you have a better chance in finding a stock 33 that is in better mechanical condition than one that has been worked.

If your in MELB, go see SSV (Southern Special Vehicles) in Oakleigh and speak to Peter, he has some really nice 33's. They are RAWS approved.

Phil.

[Sim]

I, disagree and recommend you get it stock.

True that prob all have been thrashed, but also you have a better chance in finding a stock 33 that is in better mechanical condition than one that has been worked.

If your in MELB, go see SSV (Southern Special Vehicles) in Oakleigh and speak to Peter, he has some really nice 33's. They are RAWS approved.

Phil.

But dealers want so much for cars that are essentially no better (except for a polish) than available on the provate market, there are a few nice examples of a R33 S2 for $15-17..

Also, i prefer manual (but they are more expensive , but are there any problems with the manual or auto on an R33?

[Mr Italy!]

If your only looking for 180kw it doesnt really take much, so just buy a stockish car and do the simple mods.

Dont worry about this rebuilding bullshit, why spend more money then you have to. Just make sure the car you do buy has a reasonable engine to start off with (doesnt have to be as tight as a virgin, as R33's are a few years old). If you only want 180kw you dont need a brand spankin' rebuilt motor.

[Mr Italy!]

Also, i prefer manual (but they are more expensive , but are there any problems with the manual or auto on an R33?

DONT settle for an Auto. You'll have so much more fun with a manual, just save up some more cash if you cant afford it now. You'll thank yourself later for holding out!

[_8OO5TED_]

as MrItaly! said, 180rwkw is a full exhaust, front mount and pod filter. thats maybe $1500 worth of mods?! Find a neat stock manual series 2 for $15K and spend $1500 on those enhancements and you will have your power target achieved.

P.S the R33 GTS-t 5spd is one of, if not the, toughest import gearboxes you can get so dont worry about having dramas there, especially if 180rwkw is all your after.

Edited May 22, 2006 by _8OO5TED_

[eMsta]

But dealers want so much for cars that are essentially no better (except for a polish) than available on the provate market, there are a few nice examples of a R33 S2 for $15-17..

Also, i prefer manual (but they are more expensive , but are there any problems with the manual or auto on an R33?

Not really - i got mine for under 17 from GT Auto imports. After ORCS it came to 17500. If u are going to pay more than that for a stock r33, then keep looking around.

[Sim]

Not really - i got mine for under 17 from GT Auto imports. After ORCS it came to 17500. If u are going to pay more than that for a stock r33, then keep looking around.

$17500 is pretty sweet, most of the ads say $19k from a dealer

Ok im definitely getting a manual, im not after big hp because no matter how much money i spend it will never be quicker than my bike so theres no point for me, i just need it to be reasonable

Do skylines ever have any problems in the cold? I go up the snow all the time, could you fit a snowboard in it? Does the rear seat fold down?

I was looking at a 02 rex or s15 but insurance is just plain ridiculous, both came with a 2-3k excess and im 24 with a rating 1 and no claims...damn insurance, but an R33 still looks hot and goes well so why not

[Sim]

http://www.carsales.com.au/pls/carsales/...0&cs_trans_id=2

modded

or

http://www.carsales.com.au/pls/carsales/...0&cs_trans_id=2

or not

and is there such thing as a normal ECR33 and is there a difference btween it and an M-spec?

Edited May 22, 2006 by Sim

[Sim]

or the super cheap auto at $13k?

http://www.carsales.com.au/pls/carsales/...5&year_min=1996

[Sim]

either no one likes my topic or im a whore, hmmmm

[Mr Italy!]

You might be able to fit a snowboard if your the only person in teh car... but thats just a guess.

The M-spec has a few extras, have a search on the forums and you'll see the differences.

[predator]

Get a modified one.. even if you have to replace a few things that have worn out, the amount you save on the mods balances out.

And the car is a lot more from the get-go, rather than waiting for things that you can afford 'one day'.. and you end up spending all this effort and money to get to point b) when you could have started at point b) and be looking towards point c)

I'm pretty sure snowboard won't fit.. no fold down rear.. at best you'd fold down the front and put it diagonal.. or get racks.

[Sim]

damn, roof racks would ruin it

i will look at the modded one, worst case is a rebuild and they are how much roughly? 1-2k?

[sewid]

You might be able to fit a snowboard if your the only person in teh car... but thats just a guess.

The M-spec has a few extras, have a search on the forums and you'll see the differences.

Firstly its "Type-M" there is no R33 M-Spec the M-Spec is an R34 GTR.

And all R33 turbos are Type-M there are no non-type-M turbo R33 GTS25t's.

[No Crust Racing]

Just for the record, you can fit two snowboards in the back seat. Each board has one edge on the floor behind the front seats (one each side) and goes diagnoally up over the rear seat, it works, trust me I've done it and roof racks are for girls >.<

aA for the actual topic, I bought a very clean stock S2 and have done the mods myself, I'm a hands on person and enjoy seeing the car take shape. Plus you really know the difference when you drive iti nto the shed, do something then drive out and the car has a new personality, it's very rewarding, more expsensive yes but very rewarding. I also agree with the comment that you're more likely to find a stocker in better condition. Just my 2 cents.

Good luck =D

[WogsRus]

Well i was coming on here to ask the same question.

Basically i am after a white R33 type-M, has to be manual and has to have under 80k on the clock, has to be about 15k. I have had several talks with Joel form ausie car complance, as i know they DO NOT BUY cars withouth genuine log books, non of this winde the clock back stuff. All his cars look brand spanking new and a series 1.5 is about 15k here check the link

http://www.aussiecarcompliance.com.au/

ALSO for all those who are interested, i will be looking to buy my car when i get back from europe, in 3 months, so lets say early august to mid september. When i come to buy i will give $100 to the person that finds me THE car. No gimics or nothing, if you find me a car, and check it out for me, and it is the ONE that i buy in the end, you will get $100 scouts honor and eaven a contract if you like. SO keep an eye out all.

PS. YEss you herd right $100 to the person whos car i end up buying when i START looking, so don't reply now as i have nothign to give or spend. WHY>????? cos i live in Tasmania and i have no access to mainland cars so i need somone to have a look for me.

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