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Title: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Poverty on April 23, 2013, 11:10:01 pm
With the only stipulation being that it cannot be german.

I wonder what people would choose. Some real classics over the last 20 years so should be a vast choice.
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Post by: edd666999 on April 23, 2013, 11:11:36 pm
182 me thinks

or a bike.
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Post by: Poverty on April 23, 2013, 11:13:15 pm
182's are a good shout. Can pick them up from 1.5k
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Post by: Black9 on April 23, 2013, 11:17:04 pm
Some form of Type R such as an Integra Type R
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: edd666999 on April 23, 2013, 11:17:53 pm
Quote from: Poverty on April 23, 2013, 11:13:15 pm
182's are a good shout. Can pick them up from 1.5k

leaves 1.5k to fix it when i brakes lol
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Post by: Jamie3184 on April 23, 2013, 11:22:36 pm
Celica GT4 ST205

Miss my old one.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fb114%2FJimbo3184%2FDSC00379.jpg&hash=4c507a92747559df828561ba01ac859339273bfd)
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Post by: MightyMullet on April 24, 2013, 01:05:11 am
106 gti, as quick to 90 as the golf gti and handles like its on rails. Failing that Ep3 civics have gotten cheap recently!
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Post by: rich83 on April 24, 2013, 01:06:39 am
Some sort of motorbike!
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Post by: Mk5 GTian on April 24, 2013, 05:54:36 am

Puegot 205 GTi 1.9 or a Renault 5 GT Turbo Raider.
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Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 24, 2013, 06:51:29 am
For me would have to be a N/A hot hatch. Clio 182 or Civic Type-R. Great fun to drive  :driver:

You really cant go wrong with a CTR, they dont really rot and you can easily find a good one for £3k unlike a lot of the french cars listed above.  :sad1:
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Post by: dokez on April 24, 2013, 07:08:28 am
Starlet turbo or 172/182 cup.
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: andrewparker on April 24, 2013, 07:24:07 am
An early 90s Mini Cooper.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi00.i.aliimg.com%2Fphoto%2Fv0%2F109236740%2F1993_Used_Rover_Mini_Cooper_1_3i.jpg&hash=606088f5f6feddd8b70c56a743a6f9ff22850723)
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Post by: detailer on April 24, 2013, 07:29:12 am
If u can find me an early Mini Cooper in that condition for 3k I will have 10  :happy2:
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Post by: MAT ED30 on April 24, 2013, 08:47:14 am
172 cup or 106 s2 rallye or Honda civic type r or mk2 golf gti 16v infact I have a huge list  :laugh:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: tony_danza on April 24, 2013, 08:54:55 am
Something that makes you laugh like a child, so French clutter - 1*2 or a 106/205.

Left field, a 'charged MKI MX5.
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Post by: Scottymon on April 24, 2013, 11:03:26 am
For the budget an Integra R is a bit of a stretch but the EP3 CTR can be had for <£3k
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Post by: berg on April 24, 2013, 11:06:25 am
can you get a williams clio for 3K?
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Post by: divweir on April 24, 2013, 11:19:02 am
Lada riva turbo  :driver: :rolleye:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 24, 2013, 11:20:48 am
Quote from: berg on April 24, 2013, 11:06:25 am
can you get a williams clio for 3K?


Yes just check for rust
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Post by: AndrewJB on April 24, 2013, 11:25:35 am
im going for something totally different here...


Morris Minor Saloon + Diesel Engine (Id like to use the 1.9TDI but for arguments sake lets say another Diesel engine because the 1.9TDI is german)

Slam the Morris Down, Cut the roof alot lower, Matt Black with Red Pinstriping


Basically a Rat Rod

 :happy2:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Scottymon on April 24, 2013, 02:42:00 pm
Quote from: MAT ED30 on April 24, 2013, 11:20:48 am
Quote from: berg on April 24, 2013, 11:06:25 am
can you get a williams clio for 3K?


Yes just check for rust

Something they'll be saying about the Mk5 in years to come I think :sad1:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Hedge on April 24, 2013, 02:42:30 pm
Hillman Imp.  :innocent:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Mk5Dom on April 24, 2013, 03:37:43 pm
1500 on a Mk2 GTi
1500 on a CR250

 :drool: :party:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: jhtrophy on April 24, 2013, 04:23:11 pm
Suppose depends what toy is for, mx5 for a Sunday drive, French for fun and fast (saxo vts is best IMO) or 4x4 for off road? Or e36 bm ( German though)
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Post by: Mk5 GTian on April 24, 2013, 04:39:15 pm
Rover SD1 3500 V8 Vitesse!!! Well lush!!!
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Post by: bakili on April 24, 2013, 05:58:22 pm
Not exactly 3k, but paid 3.5k for this, picking this week

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fee193%2Ftouringman%2FT2eC16ZQE9s3HFgfmBRb9WHsg60_57_zpsff55ede9-1_zps9a86b258.jpg&hash=03d66fb462eedfc3db2dc266bee4a78817031eee)

Its E320 cdi, command nav, bluetooth, memory seats, full leather, xenon lights  :driver:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Scottymon on April 24, 2013, 06:06:16 pm
Great motor for the money, I suspect it's been at least half way to the moon though... How many miles on it?
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: bakili on April 24, 2013, 06:07:41 pm
Quote from: Scottymon on April 24, 2013, 06:06:16 pm
Great motor for the money, I suspect it's been at least half way to the moon though... How many miles on it?

Only 130K, with full service history to back mileage up.
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Scottymon on April 24, 2013, 06:15:02 pm
Quote from: bakili on April 24, 2013, 06:07:41 pm
Quote from: Scottymon on April 24, 2013, 06:06:16 pm
Great motor for the money, I suspect it's been at least half way to the moon though... How many miles on it?

Only 130K, with full service history to back mileage up.

Just over half way... But I was expecting way more tbh... Great price. :happy2:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Poverty on April 24, 2013, 06:16:55 pm
Quote from: bakili on April 24, 2013, 05:58:22 pm
Not exactly 3k, but paid 3.5k for this, picking this week

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fee193%2Ftouringman%2FT2eC16ZQE9s3HFgfmBRb9WHsg60_57_zpsff55ede9-1_zps9a86b258.jpg&hash=03d66fb462eedfc3db2dc266bee4a78817031eee)

Its E320 cdi, command nav, bluetooth, memory seats, full leather, xenon lights  :driver:

Great buy, what year is it.
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Post by: rich83 on April 24, 2013, 06:20:23 pm
I thought the OP said "TOY" not "retirement wagon"
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Poverty on April 24, 2013, 06:22:10 pm
^^ lol oh yeah.

I have my eye on 3 potential candidates ATM.

Two are at the 1500 marker, one 3k.
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: bakili on April 24, 2013, 06:22:34 pm
2003 on 53
Averaging 13k per year, tbh seen few with 298000 and still running great
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: bakili on April 24, 2013, 06:24:05 pm
Quote from: richwig83 on April 24, 2013, 06:20:23 pm
I thought the OP said "TOY" not "retirement wagon"

 :signLOL: I am already getting abuse from family, old mans wagon
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Deako on April 24, 2013, 06:26:23 pm
Quote from: richwig83 on April 24, 2013, 06:20:23 pm
I thought the OP said "TOY" not "retirement wagon"

Exactly what I was going to put!!  :signLOL:
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Post by: MAT ED30 on April 24, 2013, 06:36:11 pm
Porsche 944
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Post by: MC71 on April 24, 2013, 06:37:17 pm
Alfa 156 2.5 V6 around £2k. Great car and sounds lovely (if its running).
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Post by: Scottymon on April 24, 2013, 06:42:07 pm
Quote from: bakili on April 24, 2013, 06:24:05 pm
Quote from: richwig83 on April 24, 2013, 06:20:23 pm
I thought the OP said "TOY" not "retirement wagon"

 :signLOL: I am already getting abuse from family, old mans wagon

hahaha, dont listen to them... I seem to do this every other car, think I need at least 2 cars to keep me happy.  I Want that Merc though!

Back on track:

Alfa GTV 3.0V6, lovely engine note, might stretch to a spider
Fiat Coupe Turbo, bloody quick with a flea map

So what's the OP thinking? :popcornsoda:
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Post by: Black9 on April 24, 2013, 08:44:25 pm
I'm sure there's a few Integra Type R's available for 3K. Main diff between those and a CTR is the ITR has an LSD from factory and will help out LOADS for some track work.
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Post by: Mk5 GTian on April 24, 2013, 08:50:51 pm
Quote from: richwig83 on April 24, 2013, 06:20:23 pm
I thought the OP said "TOY" not "retirement wagon"

Ha!  :grin:
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Post by: Mk5 GTian on April 24, 2013, 08:52:59 pm

Er, VW Golfs, Mercs and Porsches arer all quite German!!
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Post by: andrewparker on April 24, 2013, 09:05:18 pm
Quote from: Mk5 GTian on April 24, 2013, 08:52:59 pm

Er, VW Golfs, Mercs and Porsches arer all quite German!!

Yes! I was wondering when someone was going to notice that!
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Post by: Poverty on April 25, 2013, 01:25:13 am
Porsches can be a exception to the rule, I did look at them, albeit for a decent "cheap" Porsche you need a budget of atleast 7k IMO.
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Post by: Mk5 GTian on April 25, 2013, 06:13:22 am
Always wanted one one of these 80's bad-boys. The Alfa Romeo 75 3.0 V6. Whilst Audi were making jelly mould 100's with a 0.30cd, Alfa was giving aerodynamics the big middle finger!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1188.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fz418%2FGTi72%2FALFA-ROMEO-ALFA-75-3_0-V6-MILANO-big-1225637009_zps8b59a5f8.jpg&hash=287fc19c29efe7dc08a5b611de43fcf3439beb00) (http://s1188.photobucket.com/user/GTi72/media/ALFA-ROMEO-ALFA-75-3_0-V6-MILANO-big-1225637009_zps8b59a5f8.jpg.html)
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Post by: swgti on April 25, 2013, 07:11:39 am
Either a Clio 172/182 cup or I'd love a Williams that needed a bit of TLC.
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Post by: simonp on April 25, 2013, 10:22:18 am
It nowhere stipulates that it has to be a car...

http://www.panasonic.co.uk/html/en_GB/Products/VIERA+Flat+Screen+TV/Smart+VIERA+Plasma+TV/TX-P55VT65B/Overview/12263808/index.html
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Post by: Poverty on April 26, 2013, 05:17:38 pm
So started off with mx5, clio cup and civic type-r on the shortlist.

Now its between the type-R and a few 172 cups.

The honda is modded to a claimed 250hp, some good mods on it if what the owner says is true. Its currently bidding at 3200.

Then the two 172 cups.

One is owned by a car garage as a promo car, caged, lowered, stripped and buckets for 1900. Cambelt done 6k ago by the prev owner but no proof as previous owner did it themself apparently. No warranty from the garage either.

The other cup has 95k miles, similiar to the car above but the cambelt was done at 90k and before that at 40k. It looks a very clean example, 2 year RAC warranty and MOT for a year.Price is 2k.

Now I want the car as a reliable run around and cheap track toy, emphasis on fun more so than power but power is always good.

Not sure which car to buy TBH. Only thing in my head is that the type-r is a more manly run around.

I think heart says type-r, head says the second unmolested cup.
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Post by: MAT ED30 on April 26, 2013, 06:01:37 pm
Had them all pov what are the mods on the type r the Clio is more chuck able the type r just sounds nuts on VTec with an induction kit and exhaust. I ended up buying 2 as I missed the noise  :ashamed:  the Clio well I have had them all I think about 6 or more even have a phase 1 in the grg  :signLOL: if its track fun the weight is lower on the Clio and stripped of everything they are quick little things. I worked for Honda for 10 years ish and they are a great car
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Post by: Poverty on April 26, 2013, 06:05:24 pm
Hahah not helping me decide here!

honda civic type r 2003

107000 miles

service history

11 months mot

road tax runs out end of the month but i can tax if possible

remote central locking with alarm

electric windows and mirrors

just had 2 new tyres

will be serviced and a new clutch being fitted before being sold

now for the good bits

this car has been my pride and joy always looked after regarless of cost and ran on best quality oils

the car is running 247bhp anyone who knows about these cars will know that due to the lightness of them they are real fun to drive and very fast

the car has had the following mods all done to highest standard

toda 4-2-1 custom manifold with decat costs over £1000 alone

2.5 inch stainless steel custom b pipe with spoon N1 back box not too loud £500

aem larger air in take £250

ported rbc inlet manifold £400

uprated cam tensioner pullys

hondata k pro custom ecu £1000

launch control

rev limiter removed revs to 9500rpm

v tec lowered to 4500rpm

solid engine mounts

jdm anti roll bar

light weight wheels comes with the standard type r wheels also

the car has a custom remap all set up by tdi north a specialist in tuning hondas the car is a real dream to drive.

who ever purchases this car will not be disappointed

the car is allways looked after warmed up and cooled down before and after use

gets serviced every 5000 miles

i will be really sad to see this car go but i need a five door car due to family expanding

any viewing welcome and any questions feel free to ask

no test pilots or tyre kickers

test drive is welcome providing theres valid insurance
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Post by: MightyMullet on April 26, 2013, 07:31:17 pm
Id go with the type r and that one sounds a bit of a beast, especially tuned by tdi north who seem to specialise in these cars. And with it stripped out they are crazy light, and i genuinly dont think there is ANY front wheel drive that can out handle this or any 4 banger that sounds better. Theyre crazy around the corners, no drama/understeer/oversteer just get around them with crazy pace!
The clios make a good noise, are light (not to much less than a ep3 though) fun little cars but the looks  :confused: theyre a far to cute looking, and cutes not a good look.

Easy choice in my eyes

Vtec YO!
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Post by: jhtrophy on April 26, 2013, 07:46:12 pm
The Clio with proof of Cambelt done and warranty if fun is what you want, on track they are fantastic, as for the manly comment I will resist to comment as its too easy :signLOL:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 26, 2013, 08:19:25 pm
3 grand for a toy.

Get yourself on pistonheads or racedandrallied.com and look for some ready built trackcars ready to compete.  Theres loads of kit for les than 3k available.

Some o;d school RWD fun http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/motorsport/track-day-cars/road-legal/bmw-3-series-328i-sport-1995/1285096 (http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/motorsport/track-day-cars/road-legal/bmw-3-series-328i-sport-1995/1285096)

If you add maybe another £500 i reckon you could get this beauty of a car.  Id bet you wont get more fun than this for that money  http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/peugeot/106/peugeot-106-1-6-16v-track-rally-car-road-legal/1254868 (http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/peugeot/106/peugeot-106-1-6-16v-track-rally-car-road-legal/1254868)

Bloody goes some thorugh the corners



Tehn when you want more power get yourself some throttle bodies and say hello to about 240hp/ton!!!
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Post by: MAT ED30 on April 26, 2013, 09:49:53 pm
Yeah the Honda sounds good that ecu is great it might want a diff if I was you as they struggle when it's wet  :driver:
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Post by: Nickyboy on April 26, 2013, 10:48:18 pm
Alfa GTV in 3.0L v6 form. Old school WRX, mid to late 90s.
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Post by: Raffe on April 27, 2013, 08:16:05 am
I would forget the Civc Type-R and start looking at the Integra's, having owned both cars there really is no comparison with the Civic being a very watered down Type-R, a very dull chassis and poor steering feel.

The biggest problem with the Integra will be rust, particularly for a uk car as they are really suffering and it gets expensive quickly.

If you do nothing more than a test drive you'll see where I am coming from, if I could get half the driving experience into my GTi my Integra had I would be a very happy boy, awesome cars.
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Post by: MAT ED30 on April 27, 2013, 09:38:05 am
Should have bought a mk5  :signLOL: the teg is slower if you go jap spec you get a LSD driven loads and worked around em at the Honda dealer I worked for
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Post by: Deacon on April 27, 2013, 10:50:23 am
Bit leftfield but stripped out Suzuki Swift Sport - closest modern car to a 205gti I've driven - lift off oversteer on demand and engine seems pretty bombproof.
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Post by: GrayMK5GTI on April 27, 2013, 12:51:33 pm
Excellent spec On the type-R  :happy2:

Some seriously expensive parts  :drool: 107k is nothing for those K20 engines, I've heard of supercharged ones being fine with more mileage on than that.

As others have said, teg is a purer drive but you will be hard pushed to find a  good one for your budget  :sad1:

EP3 it is then  :driver:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Raffe on April 27, 2013, 02:02:06 pm
Quote from: MAT ED30 on April 27, 2013, 09:38:05 am
Should have bought a mk5  :signLOL: the teg is slower if you go jap spec you get a LSD driven loads and worked around em at the Honda dealer I worked for

All Integra Type-R's come with an LSD :P
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 27, 2013, 02:18:15 pm
Yeah my mate put his jap import  into a wall just after he had rebuilt his engine  :driver: young driver and tech at work spent weeks doing the rebuild after it started smoking and needed new piston rings so rebuilt all the whole mtr,ended up stripping it and selling everything off even the shell poor car. They have held money well
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Poverty on April 27, 2013, 02:59:50 pm
The thing with the Honda is I don't think it has all those parts listed, atleast not by the manufacturers he says such as the spoon back box.

Another thing that's putting me off the type-r's slightly at the moment is that some say the chassis as stock lacks feel. You can do mods to help this, but I'm already having to go through all that crap with my TT and don't want to have to start modding my toy too.

Basically what I really want is a fun car out of the box with feel that will put a smile on my face around brands hatch.

I'm hoping I will have some pics of a car tomorrow and a good drive home.
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 27, 2013, 03:08:50 pm
Only way to find out is drive it and make your mind up
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Raffe on April 27, 2013, 03:45:18 pm
Quote from: Poverty on April 27, 2013, 02:59:50 pm
The thing with the Honda is I don't think it has all those parts listed, atleast not by the manufacturers he says such as the spoon back box.

Another thing that's putting me off the type-r's slightly at the moment is that some say the chassis as stock lacks feel. You can do mods to help this, but I'm already having to go through all that crap with my TT and don't want to have to start modding my toy too.

Basically what I really want is a fun car out of the box with feel that will put a smile on my face around brands hatch.

I'm hoping I will have some pics of a car tomorrow and a good drive home.

I also had a heavily modded Civic Type-R and with loads of chassis mods it still wasn't 'fun' to drive, shame as it was ferociously fast.
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Post by: MAT ED30 on April 27, 2013, 04:50:57 pm
Clio cup then  :driver: good fun
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Greeners on April 27, 2013, 06:26:27 pm
The Suzuki Swift Sports at the Nurburgring have about 10bhp but are a massive hoot and much more fun than something doing warp factor 10 and pulling 12G in the bends!!
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Post by: jhtrophy on April 27, 2013, 07:14:20 pm
I know the swifts are good but as a toy and track car? I'm sure they are good fun but you want some poke surely
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: RobH on April 27, 2013, 08:00:29 pm
Id buy a crosser or a trial bike, but doubt theres anywhere to ride down london... Unlucky mate, those concrete jungles are booooooring :grin:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Poverty on April 28, 2013, 12:21:14 pm
Quote from: RobH on April 27, 2013, 08:00:29 pm
Id buy a crosser or a trial bike, but doubt theres anywhere to ride down london... Unlucky mate, those concrete jungles are booooooring :grin:

Hahah im absolutely useless on 2 wheels. Last motorbike i drove was like a auto scrambler, couldnt get it to stop so i just jumped off lol.
Saying that ive got a mate who has a road legal motorbike and they seem to go on some mad cross country runs through a local forest or something like that.


Im now off to pick up the car, will post pics and how much I paid later.
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Post by: Janner_Sy on April 28, 2013, 01:56:07 pm
I reckon for sheer fun that road legal 106 rally car i posted in post#51 would be untouchable, and when you blow an engine or gearbox you go and get another for about £150 quid lol.  

once my Fabia goes, thats what im doing.  Im going to bvuy something for 3-4k thats already completed and ready to compete.  Let someone else waste all their money instead this time lol
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Mk5 GTian on April 29, 2013, 12:56:59 pm
Quote from: Poverty on April 27, 2013, 02:59:50 pm
The thing with the Honda is I don't think it has all those parts listed, atleast not by the manufacturers he says such as the spoon back box.

Another thing that's putting me off the type-r's slightly at the moment is that some say the chassis as stock lacks feel. You can do mods to help this, but I'm already having to go through all that crap with my TT and don't want to have to start modding my toy too.

Basically what I really want is a fun car out of the box with feel that will put a smile on my face around brands hatch.

I'm hoping I will have some pics of a car tomorrow and a good drive home.

In that case it's gotta be a Clio 172 cup hasn't it?
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: JoeDarKa on April 29, 2013, 02:01:32 pm
I would spend it on the Brooklands and get it minty mint!  :party:
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Tamiyoman on April 29, 2013, 03:28:49 pm
Jet ski, Flying lessons (plane or heli) or a Moto-X bike (Kwacker)
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Poverty on April 29, 2013, 08:39:16 pm
it was a 172 cup, stripped, suspension, buckets, caged.

However when I got there turned out the car had no MOT and no handbrake cables.

Car was faster than I thought it would be, seemed to handle tight, but for the money I can find a better example and do a better conversion myself IMO.

So I decided to give that one a miss and will look at others.
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Janner_Sy on April 29, 2013, 09:57:46 pm
230whp/ton = WIN
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http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/motorsport/track-day-cars/road-legal/205-gti6-engine-on-throttle-bodies-price-dropped/1121116 (http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/motorsport/track-day-cars/road-legal/205-gti6-engine-on-throttle-bodies-price-dropped/1121116)
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Poverty on April 29, 2013, 10:14:32 pm
Have seen that one, but over budget, and 10 years too old, spares could become a issue?

Going to look at what seems to be an immaculate 172 cup this weekend, 2nd cambelt done recently, full service history etc.

Got a set of pole positions to put in it, will strip it, sort out suspension and geometry, should be good to go.
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: MAT ED30 on April 29, 2013, 10:18:55 pm
De phaser pulley done
Title: Re: you have 3k to spend on a toy, what would you buy?
Post by: Mk5 GTian on April 30, 2013, 10:32:58 am
Quote from: Poverty on April 29, 2013, 10:14:32 pm
Have seen that one, but over budget, and 10 years too old, spares could become a issue?

Going to look at what seems to be an immaculate 172 cup this weekend, 2nd cambelt done recently, full service history etc.

Got a set of pole positions to put in it, will strip it, sort out suspension and geometry, should be good to go.

On my list too!