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Hey, i have a post similar running in general but i thought the n/a thread might be better suited.

I'm 17 and me and my father are going to begin looking for a n/a skyline, you see i have my heart set on this really nice one off the internet but my dad says that we cant just go and buy it because we need to see what others feel and drive like (i can see where his coming form) My dad has never driven a skyline, nor have i for that fact. so i was wondering if there were any import dealers or dealers with a few n/a r33's in Melbourne we could take a look at before we test drive the private seller.

Is the drive different from S1-s2 i know wear and tear due to age my make them feel different. so if you guys could let me know if there good dealers witch would most likely have any Manual 2 door r33s non turbos. Please provide location too please.

thank you, im asking due to the fact i live out in geelong way and theres nothing out here :action-smiley-069:

Cheers Nick ;)

Hey, i have a post similar running in general but i thought the n/a thread might be better suited.

I'm 17 and me and my father are going to begin looking for a n/a skyline, you see i have my heart set on this really nice one off the internet but my dad says that we cant just go and buy it because we need to see what others feel and drive like (i can see where his coming form) My dad has never driven a skyline, nor have i for that fact. so i was wondering if there were any import dealers or dealers with a few n/a r33's in Melbourne we could take a look at before we test drive the private seller.

Is the drive different from S1-s2 i know wear and tear due to age my make them feel different. so if you guys could let me know if there good dealers witch would most likely have any Manual 2 door r33s non turbos. Please provide location too please.

thank you, im asking due to the fact i live out in geelong way and theres nothing out here :(

Cheers Nick :(

hello nick

have you tried looking at carsales website? there's plenty of manual non-turbo skylines posted on their website.. you just have to make an inquiry about the car you're interested in.. the dealer will send you their info where they are located..

there is also a written thread here about buying skylines.. have a read thru that.. it tells you everything.. very informative i'd say.. it will help you in a lot of ways..

get all the information you need.. dont rush into buying a car that you'll regret later on..

i wouldnt be able to tell the drive difference between S1 & S2 skylines.. i just recently bought an n/a 4 door skyline last october.. this is the 1st time im owning a skyline.. but as far as i know, there isnt much difference between the 2..

there is also an importer in the dandenong area.. i cant remember where it was situated.. i will let you know if i remember their details.. maybe SAU members who live near that area knows it too..

i hope that helps..

cheers

hello nick

have you tried looking at carsales website? there's plenty of manual non-turbo skylines posted on their website.. you just have to make an inquiry about the car you're interested in.. the dealer will send you their info where they are located..

there is also a written thread here about buying skylines.. have a read thru that.. it tells you everything.. very informative i'd say.. it will help you in a lot of ways..

get all the information you need.. dont rush into buying a car that you'll regret later on..

i wouldnt be able to tell the drive difference between S1 & S2 skylines.. i just recently bought an n/a 4 door skyline last october.. this is the 1st time im owning a skyline.. but as far as i know, there isnt much difference between the 2..

there is also an importer in the dandenong area.. i cant remember where it was situated.. i will let you know if i remember their details.. maybe SAU members who live near that area knows it too..

i hope that helps..

cheers

Thanks czar, i had a look on car sales (dealer) and the seem to have a fair few s2, but yeh i guess ill just find a few and test them, yupp, read that buying a skyline thread, going to print a copy out :( also, how many did you look at/drive before you handed ur cash over?

Thanks Nick

How much are u looking to spend i have a s2 r33 manual that i might have for sale have a look in my theard of pics of it thanks mate.

http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/19...96#entry4331096

Nice car, Personly looking for a a rwd, but tahts a fair clean s2. Actually looking to testdrive some dealers, before we head off and check out a nice s1 gts pirvate seller.

Nick

yeh carsales is a good place, does it have to be from a dealer... private cars will probably be cheaper, personally think S2 look better, but im being biased caus i own one..

i bought my Na from SSV in Oakleigh on Princess highway, car is now turbo and still hasnt missed a beat..

look around, test drive, get it inspected by a mechanic or those RACV checks and you should be all good..

yeh carsales is a good place, does it have to be from a dealer... private cars will probably be cheaper, personally think S2 look better, but im being biased caus i own one..

i bought my Na from SSV in Oakleigh on Princess highway, car is now turbo and still hasnt missed a beat..

look around, test drive, get it inspected by a mechanic or those RACV checks and you should be all good..

Just looking at dearlers to have a drive before we look at the private seller coz me and my dad dont know how skylines are, want to drive a few to know whats good and what to avoid.

Nick

I was in the exact same boat, except I'm in Perth. Basically I'm an idiot and me and dad bought first one we looked at. Turned out to be a great car with absolutely no issues other than getting another alternator. I reckon its just pot luck.. GL with that though.

I was in the exact same boat, except I'm in Perth. Basically I'm an idiot and me and dad bought first one we looked at. Turned out to be a great car with absolutely no issues other than getting another alternator. I reckon its just pot luck.. GL with that though.

Thanks :P yeh i guess u were pretty lucky that u didnt buy a car that ran like S#$T. im just taking same saftey mesures to prevent it happening, and melbourne has a fair few so its no troble, im actually heading up there tomorrow to check out some private sellers ;) Yay

Nick

whatever way you decide to go, be prepared to be shocked at insurance prices...

dont get much cheaper than just under $2k a year for full comp, and thats with no mods...

suggest going through GIO (custom cars) and paying by the month, unless you can afford the 2k in one hit :D

read up on the threads, visit some dealers (tho i know there arnt many dealers with NAs in melb atm)

your best bet would be buying off someone on SAU, that way you know the car has been genuinely looked after :D

whatever way you decide to go, be prepared to be shocked at insurance prices...

dont get much cheaper than just under $2k a year for full comp, and thats with no mods...

suggest going through GIO (custom cars) and paying by the month, unless you can afford the 2k in one hit ;)

read up on the threads, visit some dealers (tho i know there arnt many dealers with NAs in melb atm)

your best bet would be buying off someone on SAU, that way you know the car has been genuinely looked after :(

Hmmm 2k a year, geewiz, lucky it will be cheap for a while coz im still a learner for ages, so yah :S. found a nice car, drove another, and a i think its the one :( just gotta figure out sum figures and plates etc.

nick

go for a test drive, that way you will have a feel for what kind of quality and condition to expect for your dollar. go see both dealers and private sellers as they will sell cars of varying quality and price.

click on my signature for a link to the car that i'm selling, this might give you a little perspective on what may be available on the 2nd hand market.

go for a test drive, that way you will have a feel for what kind of quality and condition to expect for your dollar. go see both dealers and private sellers as they will sell cars of varying quality and price.

click on my signature for a link to the car that i'm selling, this might give you a little perspective on what may be available on the 2nd hand market.

Yah, had a look at a couple of private sellers.. going to hit up some dealers this sat. so yeh :)

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Hey, i have a post similar running in general but i thought the n/a thread might be better suited.

I'm 17 and me and my father are going to begin looking for a n/a skyline, you see i have my heart set on this really nice one off the internet but my dad says that we cant just go and buy it because we need to see what others feel and drive like (i can see where his coming form) My dad has never driven a skyline, nor have i for that fact. so i was wondering if there were any import dealers or dealers with a few n/a r33's in Melbourne we could take a look at before we test drive the private seller.

Is the drive different from S1-s2 i know wear and tear due to age my make them feel different. so if you guys could let me know if there good dealers witch would most likely have any Manual 2 door r33s non turbos. Please provide location too please.

thank you, im asking due to the fact i live out in geelong way and theres nothing out here :huh:

Cheers Nick :huh:

You should also be prepared with another 2k for basic maintenance items when you purchase the car - who knows how well the last owner took care of the car.

As a start and peace of mind you will need:

- Timing belt

- Accessory belts

- New fluids - oil (and filter) and coolant as a minimum, the other fluids such as trans and diff can be changed a little later or according to budget.

- Top and bottom radiator hoses.

- Depending on funds - replace other items such as spark plugs, brakes, shocks, tires depending on their condition

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