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That's what i like to hear! the bit about it feeling special I mean.

This is a learning curve for me, I dont even own a toolbox, or have my own garage. so that might give you an idea of how often I work on cars.

Pardon me for being ignorant, but if a turbo fails, does it destroy the whole engine with it? whats the worse case scenario regarding turbo failure?

Mine had stock turbos when I bought it, and ran upto 20psi for a year (very sure they were not stock..) the front one blew, so pulled them out and stuck some N1s in there, also know of an R32 that has done Targa Tas about 9-10 times now running ceramic turbos, and has not had 1 turbo failure. My suggestion would be if you like working on cars, and are happy to have it off the road a bit, (and spend some money) then push the limit a bit, try to do the work first though (be it Turbos, or even an R33 motor etc). If you are not wanting to do this sort of work, do not run over 10-12psi, and keep plenty of oil in it (1/2-3/4 litre over full) and you will have a reliable (if thirsty) and very fun road car. After 1 year my car still feels special every time I drive it, and I love it.
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I have 2 of the same car. I love both. I drive my wife's car over the weekend and then the GTR on Monday and it is heaven. Worst case you will lose an engine. $10k bill for a proper fix.

Turbo's shouldnt fail at 14psi or under.

I can't see a reason they would unless its been thrashed to hell, which I doubt would be the case.... (with this car anyway)

If its stock, check for the boost restrictor. My 33 still had it in there, 14 years down the track. Taking it out = 14psi. (Was in place to help make it "276hp")

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I've gotta say, I couldn't have found a more helpful forum, really appreciate the feedback and answers to my many questions from you all!

There's still a chance I may pull the pin on the whole idea and wait a bit longer, but it's been an interesting few days learning the ins and outs

of buying a GTR.

Thanks guys.

You might be right about that. As far as I can tell

though, the only difference is Brembo breaks, BBS wheels, a sticker on the

back, and an updated 4x4 system? I think they're also a tad heavier?

Haha, I'd go that VspecII if the Vin and car checks out.

Value will only go up :)

Yeah, Brembo's, BBS, sticker, different diff, R33 GTR 4wd system (its much quicker to shift torque to front wheels).

Some said steel compressor wheels in the turbos? I'm not sure on this though.

Plus, only about 1300 VspecIIs ever made.

Ok guys,

I've decided to not go ahead with either of these cars for now. Thank you all for your input, I probably would have made a huge mistake

if not for this forum.

The dream is not over! but I need more time to look and research, its foolish of me to think I can find an original car that wont need money spent

on it, so I hear what you're all saying about the pros of buying an already modified car, its just a matter of finding one that's been modified in all the

right areas with an emphasis on durability and reliability - for me anyway.

Cheers,

Paul.

V-Spec II = Base model R32 GTR, but with:

Brembo Calipers.

Revised ATTESA E-TS system.

17" BBS wheels with 245/45/17 tires.

Weight about 50kgs more.

Standard Ceramic Turbo's as only the R32 GTR N1's came with N1 Turbo's = Steel Wheels.

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