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Yay!

I pick it up on Wednesday - only to go to the US for 2 weeks on Thursday :

But - finally - I have scored my dream machine.

Is a 1997 (Series 3) VSpec - a REAL one.

Yes it's purple. Yes they are 18x Volk TE37s. I'm pretty chuffed.

A reasonable step up from the Lada :)

More photos when I get back :)

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Ryan:

Cheers :)

I have to say I'm a bit pleased. It's been a long time coming.

So typical to get it then store it for 2 weeks straight away though.

:)

Looking forward to a bit of cruising. Got to think of a plate now...

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AVC-R and RSM:

Yes. Has Defi guages also. Will fit a PFC.

Gran Turismo:

Yes. I ordered a 'purple series 3' in October. They have been looking in Japan - and then this came up last week... it was a local car!

The previous owner is heading back overseas - and it's immaculate.

I would like to thank him/her actually - all the mods are brand-name and expertly installed. What a score :)

Pretty pleased :)

I'm back from the US in mid Feb - will be keen to meet lots of the Melbourne people.

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Haha.

I've still got the Lada. It's too rad to sell :)

The Nissan is to replace the mighty Civic. The poor thing served me well.

Lots of 8500rpm clutch dumps in that baby. I wouldn't sell it to your sister :)

The photo doesn't do the car justice. It is truly awesome.

Sitting next to a 360 Modena Spyder in the showroom - and doesn't look out of place at all. I bought it on the spot.

Gohan:

Must hook up when I get back?

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Re: Gran Turismo

I have nothing but nice things to say. They found the perfect car. The price was right (espescially since there are over $20k worth of mods on the car). Bill is great to deal with - he's a funny guy :)

I'd recommend them :)

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Mega:

Oh yeah - this will be very much the pride-and-joy.

I'm donating my BBQ to a friend to make sure there is ample room in the garage. The Lada will have to sleep outside :)

Also - bit of driver training is in order as it is sooo different to anything I have driven. I'll take good care :)

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damn right!

Originally posted by Jamezilla

I'm donating my BBQ to a friend to make sure there is ample room in the garage. The Lada will have to sleep outside :)

got a power figure for that beast and/or a mod list? or is it top secret?!?!

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Arrows:

I'd be mad not to :)

Going from a FWD hot-hatch and a piece of agricultural machinery to a racing-car is a massive step. I want to learn how to drive the beast properly.

I've done lots of courses in the past - used to race the Civic at Phillip Island with the Honda club - lots of fun :)

Will do the Murcott package - including the beginner training (I want to start slowly :) )

uLa32:

Actually - I'm not sure as to the full extent of the mods and the power output... basically though - Apexi exhaust and computers (AVCR & RSM), HKS pods, ARC heat shield (could be intercooler also), looks like TEIN suspension, those lovely 18x9.5" TE37s... but stay tuned. I'll get it all sorted when I come back from the US.

I'll run a comp - see who can guess the Lada's output at all 4 wheels :)

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hehe can't wait... oh yeah, just like to mention that your TE37's look absolutely sexy... hehe. :)

did bill or eddie ever mention to you that they are going to have a track day for gt auto's customers at calder or sandown? last they told me, it was close to being finalised.

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