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    Nightflyr *Richard Kirshy
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      The good …
      The results if you take your time and do it right are amazing.
      The bad….
      It will take time, locating parts can be an issue at times.
      Be prepared for setbacks and hidden surprises.

      This took me 3 years..
      18 months on the body alone..
      But well worth it (at least to me)

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      #849874
      Fernando cunhaFernando cunha
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        nice love it. wish we had them here cheap.
        the closest to that is General Motors Holden HQ Monaro
        i have done lots of these.

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        #849876
        Nightflyr *Richard Kirshy
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          Interesting..
          Looks like a cross between a Le Mans, Chevelle and a Nova

          #849891
          Fernando cunhaFernando cunha
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            here all the monaro models
            http://www.aussiecoupes.com/monaro.html
            i started my trade on these cars.
            very hard to find and if you do find one cost between 80k to over 100k aud.

            #849917
            Fernando cunhaFernando cunha
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              whats your thoughts about Toyota Soarer?
              the good:
              parts are easy to find
              car is cheap overall
              it has all prestige and more of Acura Vigor
              lm not sure about reliability

              #849962
              zerozero
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                Toyota Soarers are pretty badass. For one, it’s a Toyota. The I6 is a Supra motor, so you could really do whatever your budget would allow.

                I believe the V8 is related to the V8 in the LS400, they’re pretty solid. Again, it’s a Toyota. I would imagine though that there would be a glut more parts available for the I6, in terms of both performance and regular items. Not having had an OEM market for them here, it’s really hard for me to do more than speculate on parts availability.

                I will say that turbos are fun. I can attest to that.

                I’m not too sure how an Aristo is related, but I’m pretty sure it’s the same engine. There’s one for sale near me for almost $9000 http://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/winnipeg/toyota-aristo-v300-imported/1131250048?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

                #850051
                RayRay
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                  I just restored a 1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo 5 speed. Basic performance modifications got it to 230 HP on an inline 4 turbocharged. Toyota’s are good cars to restore. About 3 years and lots of money and hard work.

                  Link to pics:

                  https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nh9kaegih60bbhg/AABBLC6Ug4jmQlq5I14pT1WRa?dl=0

                  #850052
                  Fernando cunhaFernando cunha
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                    i agree with you.
                    been 25 years old car has way too many electrics thats bit of a worry.
                    when it comes to buy used parts like the touch screen .
                    has anyone had any problems or know anyone that has this type of car?
                    whats your thoughts about Toyota Soarer?
                    thanks

                    #850053
                    Fernando cunhaFernando cunha
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                      [quote=”TCC” post=157559]I just restored a 1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo 5 speed. Basic performance modifications got it to 230 HP on an inline 4 turbocharged. Toyota’s are good cars to restore. About 3 years and lots of money and hard work. Wicked fast. Fun.

                      Link to pics:

                      https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nh9kaegih60bbhg/AABBLC6Ug4jmQlq5I14pT1WRa?dl=0%5B/quote%5D

                      nice job
                      nice red

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