The Baron Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 "The R-33 is widely regarded as the most practical GT-R for use as a daily driver, but it lacks the excitement of the R32 or R34" <_< This was the quote from the "Feral Hun" review the other day. As I am looking for a 'daily driver' but would prefer an R32 for styling reasons I am looking for any comments by protagonists on either side of the argument. In other words - anyone out there using an R32 as a daily driver ?? Or should I spend an extra $10 grand and go for an R33?? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABuSD Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 Wouldnt u buy the car according to your own preferances/tastes? If having an R33 is more practical for you then it would be better, but i cant see how much more an R33 would be practical to a 32......10k worth??? If u prefer the 32 go with it and save urself 10k!!! Think what u could do to the 32 with that 10k All the best! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1767510 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferni Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 yeah agree with abusd... Can't see any real practical differences between the 3 models. Get what you want. Don't let some reporter tell you what to buy. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1767514 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABuSD Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 Yeah and make sure u know what u want when looking or youll end up like me and go back to buy a car to find out its been sold to ferni!!! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1767521 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Baron Posted December 5, 2005 Author Share Posted December 5, 2005 BTW What was with a 13/20 rating in that article !!!! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1767542 Share on other sites More sharing options...
inark Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 go the 32 and spend the 10k on rebuilding the engine and some goodies. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1767566 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowman Posted December 5, 2005 Share Posted December 5, 2005 Just quickly - don't expect that you'll be "saving" $10K when you buy an R32 GT-R. 99% of them going around it seems needs an immediate $10K spent on them to get the engine running soundly again. But as far as practicality goes I can't see any difference. I think they are all non-practical for a daily driver! lol Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1767585 Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 "The R-33 is widely regarded as the most practical GT-R for use as a daily driver, but it lacks the excitement of the R32 or R34" <_< This was the quote from the "Feral Hun" review the other day. As I am looking for a 'daily driver' but would prefer an R32 for styling reasons I am looking for any comments by protagonists on either side of the argument. In other words - anyone out there using an R32 as a daily driver ?? Or should I spend an extra $10 grand and go for an R33?? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Did they forget that the 33 broke that Nurginburd ring ( <--spelling ) record back in 1995 i think! All gtrs are nice, easy daily driving well unless you're planing to run 400kw@allfour otherwise its all good. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1768435 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTSR22 Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 also if you are going to buy an r32 buy it off an enthuiast not a dealer coz there is alot of crap going around atm. and i know plenty of guys who drive there r32 gtr's as daily drivers if you need any info on anything just pm me cheers Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1768460 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Baron Posted December 6, 2005 Author Share Posted December 6, 2005 also if you are going to buy an r32 buy it off an enthuiast not a dealer coz there is alot of crap going around atm. and i know plenty of guys who drive there r32 gtr's as daily drivers if you need any info on anything just pm mecheers <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thanks for the offer - will take you up on it next year when my time comes. It will be mine - yes it will ;-) Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1768475 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downforce Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 But as far as practicality goes I can't see any difference. I think they are all non-practical for a daily driver! lol <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Especially with bucket seats, oh such a bitch to get in and out of! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1768504 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R31Nismoid Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 get a 33, as snow said. most 32's the motors are tired. 33/96 model or there abouts should still be fine for a good 4-5 years if treated nicely before replacement bits start to be needed. most 32's are just flogged. The updated 33 is better for many reasons. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1769359 Share on other sites More sharing options...
divi Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 if u by r32 gtr don't by 89 unless it has a full rebuild becuase about 6k+ for rebuild Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1770049 Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 Buy a 94 like mine or buy an 89 and take it to Racepace . Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1770098 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KamikazeR33 Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 the 33 is a bit more spacious if that helps Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1770366 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Baron Posted December 6, 2005 Author Share Posted December 6, 2005 the 33 is a bit more spacious if that helps <{POST_SNAPBACK}> That might help with the 'missus' Although I have a sneaking suspicion that she'll end up driving it more then me Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1770635 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Links Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 If u prefer the 32 go with it and save urself 10k!!! Think what u could do to the 32 with that 10k - yeah.. fix it so that it's running like it should!!.. .. just stirring.. Personally - drive each - work out what you want.. most R33's will not need many repairs.. meanwhile you could end up with a R32 that's in need of some engine fixes.. cost will probably end up being closer - don't forget a 33 will be almost 7 years newer than an R32.. that's quite a bit of time and possibly lot less km's.. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1770775 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuR.spec Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 32 looks much tougher than the 33..id go for the 32 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1773379 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 go the 32 and spend the 10k on rebuilding the engine and some goodies. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Was just gunna say that dude.. hahah Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1773389 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starionturbo Posted December 7, 2005 Share Posted December 7, 2005 R33 GTR Newer, Fresher, more advanced, more developed, angrier looking, nicer interior. I LOVE 32 GTRs, but If I were choosing between the two, itd be a 32 by My heart, and a 33 by my Mind. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/97445-feral-hun/#findComment-1773442 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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