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So after selling my 98 GT-S sometime in July...I decided to seek out my dream car! Here's a little story of my adventure to see a GT-Four, up front and in person, for the very first time...

Dragged two buddies along for the journey. We planned for the 12:30pm sailing at the horseshoe bay terminal in BC, to get to Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. Turns out the sailing was full and we waited 3 hours for the next sailing. After 1.5 hrs on the ferry we hauled a** 150km north of Nanaimo to Campbell River (keep in mind the last sailing home is 9pm). Finally arriving at the place we took a look at the car, took it for a spin and worked out the payment details.
The pro: engine is still running strong even with meerly 103,000kms
The cons: various surface rust here and there
The solution: leave the car there, get all the surface rust sanded out and get a full paintjob (at my cost)... then ship it to me

Now, I'm just waiting for it to arrive!....time for some teaser pics!
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More pictures to come when it arrives! The wait is killing meee....

This post has been edited by nammer: Feb 20, 2011 - 11:27 PM

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Lol, your exactly how I felt when I got my 6g. I had already purchased it but due to some difficulty's I had to leave it where I purchased it 2hrs away lol I couldn't even sleep thinking about it.


I could just image how you feel anyway, its not just a 6g, you got yourself the top of the line rare model . Congrats man can't wait to see the whole car.

1996 Toyota Celica ST 25th Anni. Edition #461
You do know that thats a WRC version dont you? wink.gif
Or have I just made your day?

1994 JDM GT4 WRC
^^ he speaks the truth ^^

congrats on getting the real thing...just wait for the turbo awd rush.

ST205 Group A Rallye GT-Four, #61 of 77............600hp GT3582rGRX133 Toyota Mark X 350s
Congrats on buying WRC. thumbsup.gif

330whp 309ft/lbs @ 21 PSI
What's the differing detail in the bay that lets you guys know?

Congrats man, enjoy it...another 6GC'ers dream fulfilled.

'97 ST\ Eibach \ KYB \ Kenwood \ Alpine \ Cusco \ OEM+[sold 10/18]'93 MX-5LE
Heat shield gives it away pretty easy.

330whp 309ft/lbs @ 21 PSI
The heatshield behind the dipstick.

1991 MR2 - T-tops - Crimson Red - Gen3 3SGTE - Lots of moneyI'm not really an asshole, but I play one on the internet.**** Photobucket
sweet! i hope to see it on the street someday!
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QUOTE (TiGZ461 @ Sep 24, 2009 - 11:16 PM) *
>Lol, your exactly how I felt when I got my 6g. I had already purchased it but due to some difficulty's I had to leave it where I purchased it 2hrs away lol I couldn't even sleep thinking about it.


I could just image how you feel anyway, its not just a 6g, you got yourself the top of the line rare model . Congrats man can't wait to see the whole car.



Ya I can't sleep...keep calling the guy asking for updates on the paint job and when it's gonna be shipped out...it was shipped today so hopefully I will get a call sooon... can't wait... dying inside haha


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QUOTE (Driveby @ Sep 24, 2009 - 11:46 PM) *
>You do know that thats a WRC version dont you? wink.gif
Or have I just made your day?



Haha I do know...I do know... =D! and you reminding me just made my day biggrin.gif

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QUOTE (Cuts_the_Pilot @ Sep 25, 2009 - 4:25 AM) *
>^^ he speaks the truth ^^

congrats on getting the real thing...just wait for the turbo awd rush.


Thanks man...it's going to be legen.....wait for it.....dary...... (if you watch "How i met your mother" you'd get it haha)

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QUOTE (_Jim_ @ Sep 25, 2009 - 4:29 AM) *
>Congrats on buying WRC. thumbsup.gif


thanksssss...gas is going to be rape...94 octance...but it's gonna be worth every penny haha



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QUOTE (Prometheus @ Sep 25, 2009 - 3:37 PM) *
>sweet! i hope to see it on the street someday!


Ya for sure, we should organize a meet...had a small 3 car meet few years back but I think we can get together at least 5-6 cars now so it should be goood

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You don't need to run 94 octane in your gt four. I've been running shell 91 since I've owned my ST205. As well I also own A 91 Celica Gt-four(st185) that I have owned for the past 4 years(80,000km that ive put on) and it has never seen anything higher than 91 and it has been to a few racing events. As well my 3s powered MR2(sw20) only gets 91 and I've never had any issues with it.

I know that the japanese ron rating translates to about 94 octane but these cars seem to run just fine on 91 (at stock boost although my 91gt four is running 14psi) unlike some of the other japanese turbo vehicles *cough wrx cough*

94 is not offered anywhere near me is the only reason I'm forced to use 91 but have had 0 issues and never heard of anyone having a issue.
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QUOTE (CDUB @ Sep 25, 2009 - 4:51 PM) *
>You don't need to run 94 octane in your gt four. I've been running shell 91 since I've owned my ST205. As well I also own A 91 Celica Gt-four(st185) that I have owned for the past 4 years(80,000km that ive put on) and it has never seen anything higher than 91 and it has been to a few racing events. As well my 3s powered MR2(sw20) only gets 91 and I've never had any issues with it.

I know that the japanese ron rating translates to about 94 octane but these cars seem to run just fine on 91 (at stock boost although my 91gt four is running 14psi) unlike some of the other japanese turbo vehicles *cough wrx cough*

94 is not offered anywhere near me is the only reason I'm forced to use 91 but have had 0 issues and never heard of anyone having a issue.



Oh well that's good to hear...I was always under the impression that I had to run 94...and only one gas station company offers that in BC i think....(chevron)
I'm glad I now have an option to save some money on gas haha

Some gas stations have 91 octane but up to 10% ethanol blend....what's your opinion on that?....would it harm the engine?

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just a few more pics...







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Eurou rear lip is sexy thumbsup.gif

I see the hood spoiler, WRC!!!!

I don't normally drive fast, but when I do its on a curvy section of this island
anyone have some suggestions for good front lip that would flow well with the sides and rear?...i was thinking c-one lip...but it costs a pretty penny...any less expensive options out there?

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Bite the bullet and pony up for the C-One, you know it makes sense thumbsup.gif



1994 JDM GT4 WRC
i vote for getting the eurou front lip to complete the kit.

i'm glad someone from the board bought the car. thumbsup.gif

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Dude...THAT IS SEX! OMG. The white rims just work perfectly. Are those Enkei/Volk?

'97 ST\ Eibach \ KYB \ Kenwood \ Alpine \ Cusco \ OEM+[sold 10/18]'93 MX-5LE
damn you KL, I'm jealous.

Car looks amazing. PROPS FOR COMING BACK TO THE FAMILY LOL.
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QUOTE (Driveby @ Sep 26, 2009 - 12:58 AM) *
>Bite the bullet and pony up for the C-One, you know it makes sense thumbsup.gif




omga that does look so sexy...haven't done too much research on getting those yet...how much do they run for?...


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QUOTE (azian_advanced @ Sep 26, 2009 - 6:24 AM) *
>i vote for getting the eurou front lip to complete the kit.

i'm glad someone from the board bought the car. thumbsup.gif



ya i looked into that too...seems like i can only get it on their website...gotta look up prices again...


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QUOTE (SwissFerdi @ Sep 26, 2009 - 11:33 AM) *
>Dude...THAT IS SEX! OMG. The white rims just work perfectly. Are those Enkei/Volk?



it is so sexy...they are...speedline?...never heard of them...but i suppose as long as they don't crack if i hit a pot hole then they should be ok lol...17's though...they could also use a fresh coat of paint haha


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QUOTE (vile_v @ Sep 26, 2009 - 12:07 PM) *
>damn you KL, I'm jealous.

Car looks amazing. PROPS FOR COMING BACK TO THE FAMILY LOL.



haha thanks jason...how can i ever leave the family...once ur in..ur in..hahaha we should have another meet...call up terry..does he still have his car?..."Prometheus" is down for a meet too..and i think there's a girl in richmond that wanted one as well..."anNa"

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I guess they're copies then?



Still look damn good.

'97 ST\ Eibach \ KYB \ Kenwood \ Alpine \ Cusco \ OEM+[sold 10/18]'93 MX-5LE
lol i know the feeling.... Terry sold his car to his mom, because he need a bigger car because of his kid. But we should do a meet sometime. you organize it this time. I got school.... =P ahaha
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QUOTE (SwissFerdi @ Sep 26, 2009 - 1:02 PM) *
>I guess they're copies then?



Still look damn good.



ya i suppose they are haha...thanks


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QUOTE (vile_v @ Sep 26, 2009 - 1:16 PM) *
>lol i know the feeling.... Terry sold his car to his mom, because he need a bigger car because of his kid. But we should do a meet sometime. you organize it this time. I got school.... =P ahaha



haha damn... buddy i got school too ahha..but ok ok i'll try to organize something on the weekend sometime lol

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Speedlines are NOT copies. I would actually much rather rock a set of Speedlines than TE-37's.


So if you don't like them I'll meet you in Vancouver and take 'em.

1991 MR2 - T-tops - Crimson Red - Gen3 3SGTE - Lots of moneyI'm not really an asshole, but I play one on the internet.**** Photobucket
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QUOTE (95CelicaST @ Sep 26, 2009 - 4:09 PM) *
>Speedlines are NOT copies. I would actually much rather rock a set of Speedlines than TE-37's.


So if you don't like them I'll meet you in Vancouver and take 'em.


haha i'll probably keep them for now..maybe paint them gloss black....or gold...hahaha...but if i ever decide to let them go i'll let you know

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QUOTE (Driveby @ Sep 27, 2009 - 12:35 AM) *
>A replica C-One front lip can be sourced from www.fensport.co.uk



thanks...it works out to be about half the price...perhaps if i save up a bit...insurance is gonna kill me haha

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QUOTE (TiGZ461 @ Sep 27, 2009 - 5:39 AM) *
>is by any chance this the same car?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5HHpxVoTsw



Nammer's car has white raiser blocks and the one in that video has black raiser blocks. They do look similar though. But they have the same rear lip and rear side window tint.. Looks like that could be the one.

Nammer, nice buy thumbsup.gif

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