Hey, I'm looking to buy a Mk III

Eamon · 01-02-2010, 07:51 PM

Looks like I won't be getting a MkIII for awhile after talking it over with my parents. They don't think it is a very practical car for me (especially in the winter) and they think maintenance will be a problem as it is difficult to find parts. D:

mirage83 · 01-02-2010, 09:27 PM

Well, your parents are probably right in this case. They aren't really a practical car for someone just starting out, especially if you don't have the means (read: disposable income) to spend on the car to fix whatever problems it's got once you've bought it. And those problems will be there, without a doubt.

Put a MkIII down on your to-do list, right alongside that cute red-head in your lit class.

Once you're in a better position to burn money regularly, then go for the Supra. Trust us, they're more jealous of your time and money than the most high-maintenance girlfriend you can possibly imagine.

brad88supra · 01-07-2010, 02:30 AM

im 16 and my 1988 N/A is my first car, the previous owners brother in law who is said to be a good mechanic rebuilt the motor. It had 6,000 on the rebuild when i aquired it, the only problems i have had are bullshit electrical problems. i can barely gat into the damn thing without setting of the alarm. With that said its a very reliable car. i paid 1400 for it because the paint and seats are for shit. the only regret i have in buying it is that i didnt get a turbo. but that will come this summer, the na is still fast enough to beat v6 camaros and firebirds and mustangs that are way newer than my car. If you can find one in good shape for the right price i would suggest gettin it.

Eamon · 01-30-2010, 01:34 AM

Ok so I still don't have a car but a dealership in my area is selling an 87 Turbo for $2700. My neighbor knows the owner so that's a plus.

Here's the Craigslist ad:
http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ctd/1574582350.html

What does everyone think?

cre · 01-30-2010, 02:38 AM

There is nothing provided which gives me any basis for estimating the value of that car. The dents on the driver's side don't help though. Check for all the usual suspects when looking at it: smoking, rough idle, discoloration or oil in the coolant, if you've got a timing light check for irregularities with the diagnostic jumper in place (provides an indication of timing belt wear), and check for diagnostic codes.... OR just take it to a mechanic YOU know and trust for a diagnostic.

Eamon · 01-30-2010, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cre

There is nothing provided which gives me any basis for estimating the value of that car. The dents on the driver's side don't help though. Check for all the usual suspects when looking at it: smoking, rough idle, discoloration or oil in the coolant, if you've got a timing light check for irregularities with the diagnostic jumper in place (provides an indication of timing belt wear), and check for diagnostic codes.... OR just take it to a mechanic YOU know and trust for a diagnostic.

Thanks for the help. I'm going to look at tomorrow so we'll see how that goes.

Eamon · 01-30-2010, 11:11 PM

Well I ended up buying the car for a good price so it looks like I'm officially a member of these forums!

cre · 01-31-2010, 01:07 AM

If ownership was the price of membership I suspect we'd have very few members.

Welcome to hell, BTW! I hope you enjoy it!

01-02-2010, 07:51 PM	#1
Eamon Stock Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 10	Looks like I won't be getting a MkIII for awhile after talking it over with my parents. They don't think it is a very practical car for me (especially in the winter) and they think maintenance will be a problem as it is difficult to find parts. D: __________________ My ride - 1987 Toyota Supra Turbo. Auto.

01-07-2010, 02:30 AM	#3
brad88supra Intake Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Bloomington, IN Posts: 31	im 16 and my 1988 N/A is my first car, the previous owners brother in law who is said to be a good mechanic rebuilt the motor. It had 6,000 on the rebuild when i aquired it, the only problems i have had are bullshit electrical problems. i can barely gat into the damn thing without setting of the alarm. With that said its a very reliable car. i paid 1400 for it because the paint and seats are for shit. the only regret i have in buying it is that i didnt get a turbo. but that will come this summer, the na is still fast enough to beat v6 camaros and firebirds and mustangs that are way newer than my car. If you can find one in good shape for the right price i would suggest gettin it. __________________ 1988 N/A Supra, 5 speed, Targa top, Tems

01-30-2010, 01:34 AM	#4
Eamon Stock Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 10	Ok so I still don't have a car but a dealership in my area is selling an 87 Turbo for $2700. My neighbor knows the owner so that's a plus. Here's the Craigslist ad: http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/ctd/1574582350.html What does everyone think? __________________ My ride - 1987 Toyota Supra Turbo. Auto.

01-30-2010, 02:38 AM	#5
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	There is nothing provided which gives me any basis for estimating the value of that car. The dents on the driver's side don't help though. Check for all the usual suspects when looking at it: smoking, rough idle, discoloration or oil in the coolant, if you've got a timing light check for irregularities with the diagnostic jumper in place (provides an indication of timing belt wear), and check for diagnostic codes.... OR just take it to a mechanic YOU know and trust for a diagnostic. __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->

01-30-2010, 11:11 PM	#7
Eamon Stock Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 10	Well I ended up buying the car for a good price so it looks like I'm officially a member of these forums! __________________ My ride - 1987 Toyota Supra Turbo. Auto.

01-02-2010, 09:27 PM	#2
mirage83 12psi boost Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 359	Well, your parents are probably right in this case. They aren't really a practical car for someone just starting out, especially if you don't have the means (read: disposable income) to spend on the car to fix whatever problems it's got once you've bought it. And those problems will be there, without a doubt. Put a MkIII down on your to-do list, right alongside that cute red-head in your lit class. Once you're in a better position to burn money regularly, then go for the Supra. Trust us, they're more jealous of your time and money than the most high-maintenance girlfriend you can possibly imagine.

01-31-2010, 01:07 AM	#8
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	If ownership was the price of membership I suspect we'd have very few members. Welcome to hell, BTW! I hope you enjoy it! __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->