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Mike Bradberry
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Queensland
GS300

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Thursday, February 10, 2011 - 04:41 pm, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Sell this and buy a V35 coupe?



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James Buchan
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Vic
V8

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Thursday, February 10, 2011 - 07:06 pm, by:  James Buchan (Jrbuch) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I wouldn't. You've got that car looking mint, and it has a 2JZ-GTE. Have some fun with it, they love a few tweaks. To me anyway your Aristo has more appeal than a V35
Chris Lock
DieHard
sa
V8 Limited

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Thursday, February 10, 2011 - 07:06 pm, by:  Chris Lock (Sledge) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Oh hell yes
why do you even bother asking?
though it depends on how much you get, and how much it costs etc..
just make sure you get a good one
Matthew Sharpe
Goo Roo
North Island
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Friday, February 11, 2011 - 06:05 am, by:  Matthew Sharpe (Madmatt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Have to say, the Soarer will likely go next year and I'm seriously considering a V35 - though if its a good year I might get an Aurion.
Mike Bradberry
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Queensland
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Friday, February 11, 2011 - 06:48 am, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

That's interesting Matthew as I was also considering an Aurion. I can get a late model one of those for the same money.
Why do you say that, and which model do you feel is best?
Daniel Clarke
Goo Roo
NSW
TT 2.5L 6 cylinder

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Friday, February 11, 2011 - 07:07 am, by:  Daniel Clarke (Dieseltrain) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

The ZR6 is an awsome car . My mate has one . I would trade my soarer + cash for 1 in no time if i had the funds .

Beautiful to drive , fast enough ( his has run a 14.6 stock ) and plenty of room . Great on fuel and all the creature comforts too .
Dave Rose
Goo Roo
wa
uzz31 v8

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Friday, February 11, 2011 - 10:30 am, by:  Dave Rose (Sand_groper) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Matthew, have a long drive in a v35 before you make up your mind,few came in the car yard ..rather drive a Soarer or a ZR6!! now that a car to own.
Andrew Duaso
DieHard
Victoria
311rwkw

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Friday, February 11, 2011 - 10:35 am, by:  Andrew Duaso (Andrewd) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

you would seriously go from one of the best cars Toyotas ever built the soarer to an aurion?

a great GT car to a family hack thats only trick is straight line speed, and not much else.... i do like aurions ive done many km flogging the crap out of them around the apple isle, but i'd still have a nice clean good condition soarer any day...

if your a driver, i cant see how you could go from a decent rwd chassis when well maintained to an average fwd... unless you just use the car to go from a-b and give it a squirt here and there in a straight line when rolling
Sean Routledge
DieHard
Victoria
V8 Limited

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Friday, February 11, 2011 - 04:00 pm, by:  Sean Routledge (Stircrazy) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Or unless you just became a Grandpa...
Mike Beck
Goo Roo
New Zealand
E36 Coupe

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Friday, February 11, 2011 - 09:21 pm, by:  Mike Beck (Gold_40gt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Hmmm I would get a 2001-2005 GS300 or Aristo, and wack a 1UZFE into it. Make it a GS400.

A V35 would be just a cheap Nissan you would get sick of very quick.
Mark Pattel
TryHard
Queensland
RT142 with a 1jz and R154 5 speed

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Friday, February 11, 2011 - 10:45 pm, by:  Mark Pattel  (Mark1414) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Mike the Aristo did come with a 1uzfe from factory, your dream is a reality...
Mike Bradberry
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Queensland
GS300

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Friday, February 11, 2011 - 11:11 pm, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

A GS400 would have been perfect had it been released in Australia.
The Aristo V8 is getting too old now for my liking.
Matthew Sharpe
Goo Roo
North Island
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Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 06:42 am, by:  Matthew Sharpe (Madmatt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Well Im 36 and have two kids so yeah, zr6 seems appealing. Can't understand why people call them average. Just as good as any other fwd I've driven.

I agree rwd is better but realistically what options are there if you want something less than 6 years old and only have a budget of 20-30k? Xr6?
Costa Tsimiklis
Goo Roo
Victoria
386.2 rwkw the old T51S setup - New Setup HKS T51R SPL -Going for 450rwkw on Pump Gas!

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Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 08:26 am, by:  Costa Tsimiklis (Driftshop) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

2JZ for the win guys... 1UZ is a great engine, but crap to modify even if you spend big dollars on a supercharger kit. Spend $5000 to get an asthmatic 200rwkw? no thanks!

2JZ can pump out more torque than a 1UZ with the right turbo setup and BPU mods, especially the VVTi 2JZ.

Anyhow, I'm looking at getting an Aristo or Chaser because I need a 4 door Soarer/Supra as I have a child on the way. I think they are a great platform, geared to the luxo side of things. The ZR6 is a great aussie car, however the FWD platform lets it down as a sports car. Add the Supercharger, and you got a death trap if torque steer enters the equation. That's probably why people think it's average - its FWD.

An XR6 Turbo or G6E Turbo Ford is the only decent sedan with performance, luxury and a great engine, that has fuel economy when you're off boost. Only issue is, there's nothing cool about being a bogan lol.

V35 is a nice platform too, turns heads because they are pretty rare on the street. If you want something different, get a V35. 2001 models go from $11,000 and later models, essentially the same thing, go for around 20-25k.

350Z hard top may also be an eligible sports car and is priced from 24k. They have suffered a massive drop since the 370Z came out, but they are still a great car, smooth and easy to flick around when required.

03-04 Z4 is also a good choice with a bit of wank factor, from $30k + . Low ball a few guys and you may pick up one from 25-28k in the winter time.

First you need to decide if you want a coup or sedan, and then test drive the cars in those categories that appeal to you.
Mike Bradberry
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Queensland
GS300

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Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 09:40 am, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Costa, you should fly up here and buy mine.
Mike Beck
Goo Roo
New Zealand
E36 Coupe

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Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 03:22 pm, by:  Mike Beck (Gold_40gt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)


Matthew Sharpe wrote on Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 06:42 am:


I agree rwd is better but realistically what options are there if you want something less than 6 years old and only have a budget of 20-30k? Xr6?




http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/BMW/325i/auction-352380691.htm

Last year of E46s... haha
Scott Vim
Tinkerer
Vic
Soarer (1uz) Chaser (1jz)

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Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 07:28 pm, by:  Scott Vim (1uz1jz) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Aristos and Chasers expect to pay good money for them though.
Daniel Clarke
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Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 08:22 pm, by:  Daniel Clarke (Dieseltrain) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

If you want a 2 door , V35 . 4 door , get an Aurion . I would , but thats me , and i never could as i would never have that kinda coin to spend on a car .
David Tra
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qld
AWD

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011 - 09:23 pm, by:  David Tra (Bookie) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I will trade u my caldina for your aristo?
Mike Bradberry
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Queensland
GS300

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011 - 11:35 pm, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Your Caldina and $20k and it's yours.
Mike Bradberry
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011 - 11:36 pm, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Bout time you arranged a cruise David.
Boris Siljanoski
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Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 01:31 am, by:  Boris Siljanoski (Z2tt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Don't sell the Aristo. V35 looks like a Piece of Crap.
Matthew Sharpe
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North Island
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Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 06:01 am, by:  Matthew Sharpe (Madmatt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)


Mike Beck wrote on Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 03:22 pm:

Last year of E46s... haha




Hmm, a white BMW - definitely not my style.
Mike Bradberry
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Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 07:45 am, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Think I might have to find the extra money and get a Lexus GS430. Exhaust job, nice set of wheels and maybe nothing else.
Sure it doesn't handle, but it does everything else pretty well.
Mike Bradberry
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GS300

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Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 07:33 pm, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

OK, changed my mind again and I think I like the Mercedes CLK320. Just a few minor tweaks and it should be a very drivable car, not to mention a good looker ( bit like myself ).
Matthew Sharpe
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North Island
JZZ31

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Friday, February 18, 2011 - 05:55 am, by:  Matthew Sharpe (Madmatt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Mercs are never nice to drive - at least none that I've tried - they are always either rock hard and train like, or wallowy and vague.
David Tra
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Friday, February 18, 2011 - 10:06 pm, by:  David Tra (Bookie) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Id love to come cruising! I'm in japan and will return early march.
Rob Rojo
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Saturday, February 19, 2011 - 05:52 pm, by:  Rob Rojo (Rob_tt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)


Mike Beck wrote on Sunday, February 13, 2011 - 03:22 pm:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/BMW/325i/auction-352380691.htm

Last year of E46s... haha




Lol,
We just bought a 2003 BMW 325I for the Missus & Also a 1998 318i lowered with 20's just your style Mike. (Not to keep just to sell)
Rob Rojo
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Saturday, February 19, 2011 - 06:04 pm, by:  Rob Rojo (Rob_tt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I have got a couple of CLK320's for sale now if you looking Mike, two 2004 models and a 1999 model, 2001 BMW 328CI coupe
Also got a nice 2004 BMW 735IL for $32K, what a massive car though!

Did you consider the Toyota Mark 2?
You can pickup 2002-2004 models for around 20K
Rob Rojo
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Mike Bradberry
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GS300

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Saturday, February 19, 2011 - 09:23 pm, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

You tempting bastard Rob. What's the price on the hardtop CLK? What colour upholstery? Don't want black.
I'm going to look at the Toyota Mk 2 now. I've never heard of it.
Nice looking BM on the bottom as well.
Rob Rojo
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NSW
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Sunday, February 20, 2011 - 11:52 am, by:  Rob Rojo (Rob_tt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

The hardtop has grey leather and is around 40k but only has 75000ks.
We also have a 99 model clk320 for around 17k with 140000k's.
Mike Bradberry
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Queensland
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Monday, February 21, 2011 - 06:43 pm, by:  Mike Bradberry (Halflife) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Had the opportunity to test drive a 320CLK today. Loved everything about it except the power. Obviously I'm going to have to get the 430 V8.
The Aristo would pee all over the 320.
Anyone looking to buy an exceptional GS300?? later in the year, let me know.
Rob Rojo
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Monday, February 21, 2011 - 09:09 pm, by:  Rob Rojo (Rob_tt) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Lol, I also have a 2002 clk430 available.
Damian Ware
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Victoria
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Wednesday, February 23, 2011 - 11:33 am, by:  Damian Ware (Frozenpod) Edit Post Delete Post Print Post   View Post/Check IP (Moderator/Admin Only) Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)


Mike Bradberry wrote on Thursday, February 10, 2011 - 04:41 pm:

Sell this and buy a V35 coupe?




V35 is built on a good platform they drive well and have very good suspension geometry and they generate lots of grip.

The motor is ok, not as good as most toyota donks but good enough.

Interior is better than nissan's typical standard but still not on the same legaue as toyota.

The issue I see with the V35 is they are still like most nissans built cheap. Many small details such as wiring looms the rubber, hoses, engine tollerances, sound proofing, interior used on nissan cars are just not as good as toyota and don't stand the test of time.

You look to have a nice car there Mike but if you are thinking of changing you must be not 100% happy with it.

The V35 is a good choice the only question remains if you can live with the compromise of lower quality and the small details which nissan tends to overlook (I personally find this very annoying) for what will almost certainly be a better drivers car.

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