Opinions: 33gtst To A 32gtr?

[RedEmblem]

Hey,

I've recently sold my '96 gtst (manual, 105k odo) and am now not entirely sure what I want to do. There's a 32GTR that has my interest ('93). I am hoping there are other people on this forum who have gone from a GTST/GTT of any sort to a GTR (32,33,34). Was there a 'big' difference? Is it worth the money (assuming car is in good condition - mechanically). I'm going to test drive it tomorrow, so I guess I know a little more then :|

Thanks.

[_MRR33]

I guess it does come down to people's opinion on what they like. However, I think most people would rather drive a GTR then a GTST if they could, I'm not saying everyone but most people IMO.

Some people don't like a R32 at all and only like the R33/R34 some its the other way around and they like the R32's and not the R33's/R34's.

I think if you don't mind either way from the 32 or 33 and the 32 drives well after you take it for a test drive tomorrow, go for the GTR.

If you don't mind me asking, how much are you paying for it if you do buy it?

[r32line]

My friend went from 32 gts-t to 32 GTR (with another car in the middle, but we wont talk about that one)

I have driven both and own a 32 gts-t myself. The GTR is a monster, the combination of that engine with the AWD system is phenominal. You do not appreciate how fast the car is till you look down at the speedo and get the shock of your life!!

It has ferocious acceleration and cornering ability. Lightly modded and they are more they I could ever want... To own a GTR is to own far more than a car...

As a side note, make sure you compression test any GTR you are seriously considering and goodluck! Be sure to post pics in the R32 Pics Thread (Photography Section) of this website.

[MANWHORE]

I can see r32 gtst to 32 gtr as an upgrade, but personally, I wouldn't go from r33 gtst to r32 gtr.

I'd go for an r33 gtr. most r32s are shitted up, and by the time you get a good one, or pay to repair a shit one, you'll have paid for an r33 gtr.

[siddr20]

Maybe a 33 gtr would be a good applicant..

I know i wouild upgrade to a 33 gtr, from a 33 gtst..

I just think the 32 gtrs are getting to old.. Unless you find one in mint condition.. But overall they are getting old.. thats what i feel anyways..

[RedEmblem]

Well, that's right. I've looked at the car - wasn't ready for driving when I saw it (not complied). Looked very tidy inside (steering wheel etc could have recently been replace though. Who knows?). I'll only be purchasing it if it's in excellent condition...

edit:

ThugishPimp; price on this one is kinda high for a 32. It's basically stock (which is what I'm after) - except for some random cat-back exhaust system and some kinda nice (very) deep dish wheels. Price is $25.5k, but I know I can get the seller down atleast $1.5k.

Edited March 2, 2007 by RedEmblem

[_MRR33]

Well, that's right. I've looked at the car - wasn't ready for driving when I saw it (not complied). Looked very tidy inside (steering wheel etc could have recently been replace though. Who knows?). I'll only be purchasing it if it's in excellent condition...

Fair enough, make sure you get a compression test done as well if you are keen as already posted. Check everything including that the K's a genuine. Is it a fresh import? If not, do a Revs Check too I think that is what it's called.

[RedEmblem]

Ahh, k's are 72k. I seriously, seriously doubt the K's are genuine. I plan to judge the cars condition based on how it handles, goes and looks, compression test etc

[MANWHORE]

probably done more like 150-200.

for 25k, you're scraping into r33 gtr territory. If you spend another 3-4 k, so about 28-29, you'll be getting a much better newer car

[OKBANANA]

probably done more like 150-200.

for 25k, you're scraping into r33 gtr territory. If you spend another 3-4 k, so about 28-29, you'll be getting a much better newer car

What he said.

R33 GT-R's have dropped alot in price over the last year or so, you can get excellent R33 GT-R's for low 30's, high 20's.

[gts-4 dreamer]

in the future after ive made a fair few more payments on hte house loan i intend on selling my lightly modded 33 t and getting myself a genuine 400r though finding one might be a problem. I LOVE R33's.

though someday im going to need a 4 door family car... the decision to either drop the 33t an go a 4 door that can double duty, ie, evo8mr or keep a weekender and buy a big cruiser like a range rover or jeep cherokee for the family is the idea.

meh bloody mortgages cost too frign much man !!!! bank fee's and interest rates are a frign joke.

[Modena]

if you got the cash go GTR.

[PHATR32]

going to a r32 gtr would be an upgrade performance wise.

[RedEmblem]

Yes, the R32 was much much different to drive. Performance was a little better, but it was mainly the handling and different gear ratios that I liked. Additonal torque was very easy to feel too Very different car to drive. Won't be buying that particular example though, as the body was not in reasonable condition.

[ctjet]

It all depends on what you want to spend.

Want a consistantly empty wallet, but an animal of a car? buy the GTR

Want a car that hammers without having to spent a lot to maitain? go the 33

[yellowsubmarine]

i agree with ctjet i had a 32 gtr they !@#$ing crack but parts and maintance is alot more expensive than a 33 gtst so depends if ur willing to spend the extra dollars to have a gtr or have the 33 which still goes alright but alot cheaper.