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Hey everyone,

Have been reading through the forums for a while but just signed up not too long ago and have finally taken the plunge and purchased an R33 today in Sydney through a dealer. I am over the moon and can't wait to see what fun I will have with it.

Its a silver (manual) gts-t Series 2 with white slimline NSW registration and gold 18's so if you see me driving around or parked make sure you say g'day.

I've got a few questions im eager to ask about what and who you recommend for parts and labour and trying to pass the dreaded roadworthy. I'm keen to get on a cruise in the coming weeks and really get into it if anyone has anything lined up. Right now I think I might take on a few more shifts to cover the obscene insurance bill and unexpected costs. Can certainly say it's a step above the old commodore and a totally new experience.

Look forward to meeting you all.

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Cheers everyone,

Shell, I went through Justcar insurance for a somewhat reasonable figure which almost halved NRMA's quote of 4700 a year. Suppose thats one of the downsides of being 18, although the clean driving record certainly helped. Would love to come to the cruise on Sunday but I have to work on the weekends to pay off the bills and hidden costs that are piling up on me, not to forget that it needs a service straight away for the warranty to not get voided :). I noticed a thread on the top about where to service it so i will give it a read and go from there.

That was a pretty classy joke Veilside_R33 I actually laughed a bit. Will post a few pictures in the members rides when I figure it all out.

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I didnt think the NRMA insured imports??? maybe it's changed now they're more common.. i dont think they used to?

That was a pretty classy joke Veilside_R33 I actually laughed a bit.

don't say that!! you'll just encourage him!!

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welcome Towlie, the hidden costs are fun hey?

you got quoted 2350 for insurance at 18?!

i got quoted 3700 from justcar for my s13... boo urns

try shannons? they were cheaper than most, with good service too, also Vigil were cheap.

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Without a Roadworthy....

Why didnt the dealer give you 1

I called around and Canberra Connect said an ACT roadworthy certificate was required in any case. RTA confirmed this along with some other queries I had. The only problem I think I may have is with the wheels they put on the car. They passed roadworthy and added more registration with the standard alloy's but we agreed the car would be sold with RAYS forged 18's which happen to be 255's so a guard roll may be required or a change to different wheels but I will have to look into that. I'm not sure but I suspect the pod will have to make way for an air box as well depending on where you go?!?

SKYLVIA - I actually ended up paying around the 2800 mark for full comprehensive but that may also be because the car is fitted with a top of the line alarm and immobiliser and I've had insurance on my name with the VN. That being said the excess is a little high for both theft and accident but that is something that comes with age and the insurance rating 4 they were happy to give me. I did have a hard time convincing NRMA about the car in person and that's only because the operator's boyfriend drove a skyline (and managed to write it off) but decided it wasn't worth it in any case as they'd make it even more difficult in the case of a claim.

I read through some threads and gave John at Trojan a call about a service yesterday and found him to be rather helpful. He told me they were booked out this week but if I called him on Monday he might find me a spot or to swing on by.

Well now I'm stuck at work while you guys are probably out on that cruise so I'm gonna make myself look busy and earn some money to cover the car. Cheers for the welcomes. Will post pics shortly.

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