Captain G 25 Report post Posted December 6, 2014 Hi all, apologies for not introducing myself earlier, was dissed a bit for not. New to this, having run Toyota Hi lux's for my business for 15yrs and had no issues, was about to purchase a BMW M3 as my mid life crisis car, with huge running costs. My son was watching a movie called Born to race or something (as he is a real petrol head) in which they were racing Celicas, that's when I thought Toyota, as love my trucks. Googled and found the GT86, toyed with the TRD version but loved the clean lines of standard and thought a bit old for spoilers and skirts. Having taken out a couple from a Toyota dealership which were 12 months old but had been mistreated, decided to buy private and find someone who loved keeping their vehicles as good as I. Finally found one in Tunbridge Wells a good 3hrs from me, but as he had sent me extra photos on request and being same age, decided to make the trip. Car was all and more than expected, done the deal gave him full asking price as could not fault. Car was a 62 plate,Pearlescent white, 16000miles, leather, JBL sound system, Miltek exhaust, Touch & Go, Reverse sensors, Powder black alloys with red calipers done by dealership, Private Plate TH12 TOY. Love it, not moved off drive yet, already bought and fitted armrest just ordered XXR 527s 18 x 8.75 in flat black, although the originals are immaculate, just want to fill those arches, so will advertise old ones when fitted. Then will have a turbo fitted when wife goes on holiday next July, I know what a pussy. Have been reading all your posts to do with mapping etc very interesting. That's why I decided on the XXR 527s from SRB Power and spoke with Dan, very helpful. Regards Captain G 1 Special K reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rob275 1817 Report post Posted December 6, 2014 Hi, You don't need to apologise for not introducing yourself, though it always helps as then we know where abouts you are etc and can keep an eye out for you I do like Hi-Lux's, was tempted with one as I think they can be handy machines. Though thinking practically I don't really need it. Also glad to see you have got the best colour Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted December 7, 2014 Welcome aboard, interesting how you found out about the car! I used to have a Hilux Surf, was good for towing and the off road stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Polishingpedlar 49 Report post Posted December 7, 2014 Hello and welcome to the forum. Look forward to seeing the mods you do. Please keep us updated. Ta. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowy23 1 Report post Posted December 7, 2014 Hi and welcome. The more you drive it, the more you'll love it!! I had my heart set on white but was too impatient As for the trucks? Nothing beats a hilux, still kicking myself for not buying the one my friend had! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keethos 842 Report post Posted December 7, 2014 Congrats and finding a well looked after car with some much needed changes and welcome to the club. I look forward to hearing more about plans and mods. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Subota Boy 402 Report post Posted December 8, 2014 Welcome Captain!! Enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain G 25 Report post Posted December 12, 2014 Thanks all for the welcome, keep you updated, and I'll keep updated on all your info. Captain G Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Special K 442 Report post Posted December 13, 2014 Welcome Captain. Faultless choice of car for 'mid-life crisis man' (or 'woman', for that matter..) Great choice to f/i as well... if we make a meet you're welcome to try my car.. Spec K Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain G 25 Report post Posted December 17, 2014 Thanks Spec K. Looking forward to turbo as it will just push it into a different league, although quite happy with basic performance but just want better. Just fitted 18 x 8.75 XXR 527s with stretched 225/40s looks great. CaptainG Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Special K 442 Report post Posted December 18, 2014 ...and the good news is that turbo prices have come down! (Speaking with Adrian yesterday, seems that exchange rates variances are working to our advantage...) Spec K Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain G 25 Report post Posted December 23, 2014 Thanks for that, had a look quite a considerable saving now. Cpt.G Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain G 25 Report post Posted December 24, 2014 Merry Christmas to all! 1 nikndel reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Test Drives Unlimited 278 Report post Posted January 4, 2015 Hi and welcome to the Drivers Club Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
