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hi all im new here

im interested in getting a stagea by the end of the yr dont no a heap about them only no a lil from wiki and some reading though some of the posts on here, i do like the idea of a wagon with a lil bit of go would like to hear from ppl that own one what is the best stagea model/yr in regards to modification ability, stock speed and perfomance

i def want a awd and turbo, does that narrow it down a bit.

also after looking into them a bit iv seen that alot of the stuff that fits onto a skyline will fit a stag is this true is it pritty much same mods can be made to a stag thats done to a skyline.

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Most Stageas brought into Australia will be awd and turbo. Read the section above on buying a C34. If modifying is your thing C34s are easier to modify than the later V6 versions but anything is possible if you have the budget and will.

Series 1 C34 Stageas have the R33 motor and have the problem in auto version that the ecu contains the auto ecu and is not easy to upgrade (going manual solves this).

Series 2 C34 have the Neo engine and can be Nistuned.

If the budget allows start with a 260RS (RB26DETT, manual box, brembos etc)

Unless you are dead set on doing all the work yourself you could save money by buying a modfied Stagea from this forum - there are usually a few for sale at any time.

Good luck!

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My suggestion is to drive them both, I think you will find the NM35 will be the better buy now you can pick them up as cheap as the older C34 models. PM35 is still a little pricey but you get the 3.5L VQ35.

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206kw

Volvos

Camrys

Heaps

Stickers NISMO!

But seriously, have a look on carsales mate, you will soon figure out what you like, what you don't like. Please use the search function to look up common questions- its not the first time someone has tried to get more power outta a RB25DET. If your stuck on Manual then your only option is C34. If you don't mind auto, then M35 is also available

http://www.carsales....ice:Min,Max~0.5

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I have a fantastic NM35 Axis Autech for sale that I am sure you will love.....

http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/nissan-stagea-2002-13142658?base=1216&vertical=Car&cr=0&eapi=2&__N=1246+1247+1252+1282+1216&find=yge062|CarAll&silo=Stock&num=15&sort=default

You should also find a thread on page 2 of the Stagea Forums discussions....

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C34 has a lot more off the shelf parts if you are looking to mod.

M35 is the quicker car in stock form for sure (I was originally looking at buying a C34 prior to buying my old NM35) unless you are looking at the 260RS.

If you want manual, only choice is C34.

M35 is much more refined and comfortable as you'd expect from a newer model.

Looks are subjective.

Perhaps you need to go to a few dealerships and take a few examples of each model for a spin?

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so stock both of them are as fast as each other ?? is the m35 the only one with a split boot opening? anyone own 1 or both of them what are the good and bad points of both models c34 and m35

If you want to modify one then it hardly matters how they go in stock form. They are both heavy and are compromised by that fact.

If you want a manual then it is an easy decision. If you want to modify the car, C34's are easier to source parts most particularly engine management and are generally easier to work on.

If you value more creature comforts and are happy with a slushbox then the M35's are going to look more attractive.

Both are good but they are different enough that all C34 owners are like saints and all M35 owners are devil spawn. :devil:

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