I rang up a modified car specialist for a word about the rather perky vehicle and my own shaky situation (points for no insurance a couple of years ago, outstanding accident claim), and they said they'd cover me/it. They couldn't tell me how much it'll cost until I can get back to them with a BHP figure though...
Oh, and the other thing to consider about such a highly tuned car is that it will probably not be that reliable - plus if it does go the AA man is going to take one look under the bonnet and call for a flatbed.
No, I don't know what half of that means. I'm pretty sure it's impressive though.
If you want to know I think I can explain all of them and why they're done.
In most cases those mods will have a negative impact on reliability and day to day drive. You'll find the car is astonishingly slow on public roads and the hardened and lowered suspension will dislocate your spine every time you hit a seam in the concrete...
Having said that in the right conditions (drag strip) the car will excel. Not sure about spending 20k on a 5k car to achieve the performance of a 15k TVR, though...
Of course what's funny is that even then, the bike would probably give it a good race off the line - it's only at top speed where the car will obviously win. And the car has had over 20 grand spent on it :)
Can you imagine wanting to ride a fast motorbike? Or, how about a nice horse?
Horses are probably the best transport experience I've had while earth-bound, but they require ridiculously devoted maintenance, and the city (or even the suburbs) isn't really the place to enjoy riding one anyway.
Flying is even more fun, but it's damned expensive.
I think it's all the same root desire, to control something that looks nice and goes fast.
Obviously there are fashions in how you define 'looks nice', but generally if it looks like it should go fast then it probably looks nice to most people who are interested in that kind of thing...
Given the limits on what sort of driving is legal, I would have thought even the smallest rollercoaster would deliver far more of the same sort of thrill...
If you want my suggestion, I say go for any newer honda car. They are slightly more expensive but are far more reliable than any other car I have owned. Our oldest honda has over 250,000 miles on it and is still running fine and looks quite good for it's age also =) That car does look pretty freakin' awesome though, won't deny that. I just think going for reliability and practical use will be a better spend in the long run. Good luck on choosing a new car!
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Never mind, I'm not finishing that sentence. But, guh. Yes.
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gt28rs turbo
Extremeboost Downpipe (de-cat)
greddy intercooler
TB-Developments Custom Throttle Body Intake
540cc Injectors
Walbro Fuel Pump
Spec Stage 3 6-Puck Clutch
HKS Super Mega Flow Induction Kit
HKS Iridium Spark Plugs
Magnecor Leads
Apexi Super Lightweight Racing Exhaust System
Blitz Turbo Timer
Turbo XS Boost Solenoids With Manual Switch Mounted On Dashboard. (High Boost 17psi-Low 10psi)
TRD Dials With Traction Control
Apexi Racing Supension Set-Up
...so yeah, quite probably.
(No, I don't know what half of that means. I'm pretty sure it's impressive though.)
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Anyway, if they look under the bonnet in that one they'll find the amplifier :) (MR2s are mid-engined)
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If you want to know I think I can explain all of them and why they're done.
In most cases those mods will have a negative impact on reliability and day to day drive. You'll find the car is astonishingly slow on public roads and the hardened and lowered suspension will dislocate your spine every time you hit a seam in the concrete...
Having said that in the right conditions (drag strip) the car will excel. Not sure about spending 20k on a 5k car to achieve the performance of a 15k TVR, though...
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He's asking 8 grand for it, btw. The full spec is here (http://www.cruise-lincs.net/mr2-turbo/spec.htm). Explain away :)
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Super Mega...! *Bounce*
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For the record? I prefer the standard look...
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Horses are probably the best transport experience I've had while earth-bound, but they require ridiculously devoted maintenance, and the city (or even the suburbs) isn't really the place to enjoy riding one anyway.
Flying is even more fun, but it's damned expensive.
I think it's all the same root desire, to control something that looks nice and goes fast.
Obviously there are fashions in how you define 'looks nice', but generally if it looks like it should go fast then it probably looks nice to most people who are interested in that kind of thing...
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Footnote:
Re: Footnote:
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Yes, I noticed that :)
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You'll be wearing baseball caps next! ;)
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