Should I sell my TRD Widebody??

[shafster]

got a bit of a dilemna here. i've kind of overspent on the widebody. i was hoping it would cost me about 6.5k to get it roadworthy and registered etc. however at the moment it's looking to be more like 7.5k. 1k over my estimate/ budget. this coupled with the fact that i havent sold the red one yet as it needs a driveshaft (which i cant find) means im almost out of pocket.

so do i sell the widebody and lose a bit of money on it or spend the rest of the money getting both mr2's up to scratch and hope i can sell one of them?

anyone who's interested in the widebody, drop me a pm to discuss...... donations of the cash variety gratefully accepted

Spec list

1990 Toyota MR2 GT T-bar Turbo, Black TRD Edition Widebody. 12 months MOT and Tax. 39,000 miles.

Engine Mods:
• SW20 3S-GTE
• TurboXS Dump Valve
• Polished GAB Front Strut Brace
• Kakimoto Single Exit Exhaust
• TRD Clutch

Brake/ Suspension Mods:
• Rev2 Calipers, Drilled Discs and Pads
• Rev2 Bilstein Shocks
• TRD 40mm Springs

Exterior Mods:
• TRD2000 Replica Bodykit
• Colour Coded and Debadged
• Rev3 Rear Lights and Centre Panel

Interior Mods:
• Mint Leather/ Suede
• White TRD Dials
• Apexi Boost Gauge
• Greddy Turbo Timer
• CF 320mm Steering Wheel
• Rev3 Gear Knob and Gaitor
• ShortShift

Rims/ Tyres:
• 17x7 inch Rays/ Volk Racing Rims Front (205/40/17)
• 17x8 inch Rays/ Volk Racing Rims Rear (235/40/17)

[Raf]

I may know someone selling a driveshaft. A guy i bought my panels off did have all the mechanicals. I will see if I can find his number and Pm you after the weekend!


As for your car..... its gona be a shame mate especially after what you went through to get it here.... Is it here yet? But I guess if it has to go it has to go.... i'll donate my thoughts if thats any help!

[shafster]

cheers bud but you can keep those thoughts to yourself

yeah the problem is i need a driveshaft with abs and lsd from a rev1 or 2, rear driverside..... not a lot of the earlier models had both abs and lsd

[michael]

£7.5k for an early "TRD Style" kitted NA with an engine conversion... crikey!

I thought it would have been landed for about £4k but it still looks very nice - would be a shame to sell but needs must I guess. Is it really that hard to get the driveshaft you need? Have you spoken to Xxxx who posts on here?

What size spacers is it running on the wheels?

[stevecordiner]

Have you spoken to Xxxx who posts on here?

He hasn't got any, I'm in the market for a drivers side one since the bearing housing on mine is nackered.

[michael]

Shame

[shafster]

£7.5k for an early "TRD Style" kitted NA with an engine conversion... crikey!

I thought it would have been landed for about £4k but it still looks very nice - would be a shame to sell but needs must I guess. Is it really that hard to get the driveshaft you need? Have you spoken to Xxxx who posts on here?

What size spacers is it running on the wheels?

tell me about it, it was 4k before it even got on the container to get shipped over here. then add container shipping £2000, unloading and taxes, conversions (mph, fogs etc.), mot stuff, registration and road tax, paintwork etc etc. the list just goes on and on

30mm spacers on rear only.

[The Morris]

£2000 container

We use 40ft containers for £1700 delivered to your door.

Keep it, you know you want to

[shafster]

yeah well i couldnt find a decent shipping company and this one kinda screwed me on costs and stuff

it's just a hypothetical scenario im not deffo selling it

[Chris \'aka rustboy\' Amm]

i wouldn't sell it shaf! you should keep it after all this hassle you've had in getting it!

you'll earn that £1k back again! just sell some more crap off you're website hehe


MR2 is always worth it! my MR2 turbo costs me twice the cash in petrol almost compared to my MK1 and insurance and servicing can kill me a bit on the old wallet but the grin factor overalls all that by miles!

sort the TRD one out, take it for a drive and suddenly £1k out of pocket will make a lot of sense believe!

[Dale_V]

Keep it shaf. A TRD is the Dream MR2, once the bodyworks sorted you'll fall in love. You just need to pump those muscles now

[Kieron]

Is it here yet Shaf?

[Chris \'aka rustboy\' Amm]

Is it here yet Shaf?

duh kieron where you been!

na it is sorry for the sarcasm

[craig]

Keep it mate. Looks way sweet.............TRD MR2.. mmmmmmmmmmmmmm

[Kieron]

Is it here yet Shaf?

duh kieron where you been!

na it is sorry for the sarcasm

Hehe, yeah I know I know, not been on since I sold up but have a browse now and then

[Chris \'aka rustboy\' Amm]

Is it here yet Shaf?

duh kieron where you been!

na it is sorry for the sarcasm

Hehe, yeah I know I know, not been on since I sold up but have a browse now and then

sold up what you got now?

[craig]

Chuffin 'ell Kieron!

Didn't know you sold

How much did ya get for that awesome example of a '2?

[Andy Jones]

Both cars are fine examples but i think you'd be mad to sell the TRD now you've finally got it over here and let someone enjoy all the attention.

Get the bodywork sorted and get some bloody clear lenses and side repeaters on it then keep on pimpin'

Message ends.....

[shafster]

lol, i guess i've got no choice on the matter if no one wants it anyhow

guess im keeping it

[DannyW]

Good lad! i like the idea of the graphics you were on about too. something subtle to grab a bit of extra attention.