| pwpanas |
03-29-2012 12:28 PM |
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Originally Posted by jzzrs180
(Post 101849)
I hear ya! The targa model ironically weighs a little more too lol, but that's no real matter, definitely would help me make that decision a little easier.. The only real doubt i have though is telling myself that I just put down over $20k on a car that has just under 90,000 miles, and being ok with it.. If I'm patient, I can justify waiting longer, saving up and putting $30k down for one that has 30-40,000 miles, which would make me feel like I'm still buying a new car..But that's where I'm torn, it does look in great shape and it is a good price for the TT..sooo are the miles really that big a deal!? it's an 7 hour drive north if I wanna check it out..
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For a '94, 89K miles is LOW. I've seen more than one well-maintained Mkiv Supra Turbo go single-turbo at higher mileage than that, and put out 700rwhp reliably with no issues whatsoever.
That car won't be around long. If it's still available, put cash (not a check!) in a briefcase, get on a plane, and buy it if it checks out. You may already be far too late if it's legit.
Oh, and a hard-top is more desireable: it's more rare, and as you said the lower curb weight makes it a better (GT) sportscar.
Best case, find a local Mkiv Supra Turbo owner that can take it for a test-drive. That way, you'll have an objective, well-informed opinion about the performance, handling, and all of the specific the sounds it makes during the test drive (turbos, transmission, etc.). If possible, find a local shop with extensive Mkiv Supra Turbo experience, and pay them to give it a complete once-over. At the very least, pay your choice of a local Toyota dealership to check it out. It's critical that you get an qualified, objective third party to provide input. |
