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yeah at the end of the day, the club is a means to get a bunch of mates who share a general & common interest, whether it be a track day, car show, dyno day or just dinner & drinks it doesn't really matter.......it hopefully keeps the rev-heads off the streets and alive a little bit longer. :)

fishy, if you're actually serious, then that is the most ill thought statement you've ever made.

With that kinda a logic, what's the point of anyone having any car club then?!

I really don't understand so called motor enthusiasts that just want to be constant knockers towards anything new trying to get off the ground........not that car clubs in general are anything new.

I really hope you were only saying that "tongue in cheek" fishy cause you're better than that.

if you really want to discuss my personal decision on why i haven't joined SAU:SA yet, i'll happily discuss it with you via PM or face to face/phone (i had written more than this, but figured this is the best way to go about things)

oh, and i was reminding vu that some of us may not have seen his sugestion... =\

edit: probably should just enphasise the word YET (used in both posts)

Edited by Fishpaste~

if i wasnt saving my ass off pete i most likely would of. im even fixing the silvia up to put it up for sale for some more cash :):P

hope you all have fun without me though...*runs to the corner and cries*

Edited by Import S13
To do list is:
Heres my list...

My list for Loxton.

1. Fit N1 vent inserts

2. Re-leather steering wheel

3. Fix the intermittent 2000rpm idle

4. Fit Coilovers

5. Fit my Gramlights

6. Replace air conditioner compressor

7. Fit new front speakers

Probably something Ive forgotten haha.

When you get your steering wheel done, post pics and let me know how much,

Wouldnt mind getting my Nardi rebound in fresh plush new leather :P

I will get Wiltshire Motor Trimmers to do it, cost is ~220 last I knew. but I will take pics and let you know :)

My list for Loxton.

1. Fit N1 vent inserts - easy.

2. Re-leather steering wheel - dont be a pussy, buy a nardi.

3. Fix the intermittent 2000rpm idle - workshops are awesome for shit like this.

4. Fit Coilovers - easy.

5. Fit my Gramlights - easier. could get my sister to do it for you if youre not sure. lol.

6. Replace air conditioner compressor - got a spare weekend?

7. Fit new front speakers - piss easy.

Probably something Ive forgotten haha. - smash a carton

Edited by scandyflick
does anyone know if there is any decent cars for sale, thats under or around 15k?

There are lots Kye. What, specifically, did you have in mind?

Look hard enough and you can find a 32 GTR in need of some TLC.

I know of a 4 door 33 for sale :)

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