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Hey guys,

I know this is a long shot, but I'll never know if I don't ask.

I am most likley going to import a R32 GTST. The problem is I have never driven one. I am trying to decide between an R32 and a CA18 180 (15 year rule)

I know I really like the 180, but my mates have them already, and I always wanted an R32.

What is the best way I can get a drive in a R32? I was trying to avoid rocking up at a private sale and pretending to be interested. It's pretty slack IMO. I don't care if it's only a GTS. I just want to make sure I like the way they drive, I am not gonna 'give it some' in the least, I'll do that when I get mine.

Is anyone in the Newcastle-sydney area willing to let me have a drive of theirs?

Failing that, on saturday I am gonna hit sydney and try to get a drive at a car dealer. But if they are like the ones up here, they prolly won't let me.

I have not totally ruled out buying local, but I need to keep it under $10,000, so importing seems to be the way to go. If you have a R32 for sale for under or around $10k, and in NSW, then let me know and I might buy it...

Cheers

Chris

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Hey man,

good to hear your into the 15 year olds (cars that is) but to be honest I dont think there would be that many people who let a stranger drive their car at face value. Its a bad situation for you, but you cant really blame them. Also, youd be pretty lucky to get a decent r32 landed for $10,000. Possible, but unlikely. 180's on the other hand - you could get one for less than that easily.

Just take the plunge, choose which car you like and go for it! You'll love it regardless :D

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I will try the car yards, but in the Newcastle area they are total tossers, u almost have to flash the cash before they let u even open the bonnet. I know a few ppl that wont buy from them for that reason. Idiots.

Looks like one of the guys that I was gonna go thru to import has one I can drive.

So looks like it might be all good :D

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My 180 def has less power than my partners 32, they don't come with a standard BOV and there is less room in the back than a 32 (if its possible - though the front is way more roomy than the 32), and rear/blindspot vision is quite pitiful, however its highly unlikely you will get a decent 32 for 10k. You would be looking at something more along the lines of 14-16k for a stock 32 of any value, or thats been taken care of at all.

You are likely to end up buying a car thats been in a few accidents with a shite engine.

Personally I'm happy with my 180 and wouldn't trade pop up h/lights for a 32 :D I believe they are better drift cars also. Chassis is alot different, much easier to drive up shite driveways even with a huge zorst, compared to the 32. You can get a good 180 for 10k or less, in far better condition than you'd ever get a 32 for that price. I could go on...

Anyway good luck :D

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I have a friend who own a R32GTR before, it got stolen when they let the di*khe*d test drive. The said thing is my friend is in the car when they test drive, while swap the driver, my friend get out the car, and the F*ckhe*d jump from the passanger seat to the driver side and just took off. What can you do if you see someone drive off your car in front of you??

When I purchase my R32GTR from the import dealer, he don't let me test drive the car before the full payment and insurance been paid.

Also, if you consider to buy a cefiro or 180sx, visit my friend website

www.meggala.com

He have the full details and engine spec about cefiro, skylines and lecture on drifting as well

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That sux about the car being stolen like that. I have always taken the test driver's (well..rider actually) license off them, and hold onto it until they come back. That way they won't be as tempted to be a tool, cause if a cop pulls em over they have no license.

Obviously that wouldnt have helped your mate in that case. And u can get fake licenses...but still...just an idea for u guys.

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