GT-Eighty-Chris 17 Report post Posted April 19, 2017 Hey, just got my GT86 15 plate third owner (Demo/Pre-Reg, then first driver). Only 17400k on the clock! I work at Volkswagen and was a lush part-exchange. My colleague coined this username so thought I'd try it out! 1 Keethos reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cerastes 204 Report post Posted April 19, 2017 Congratulations on purchase and welcome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted April 19, 2017 Welcome aboard! Any plans for the car? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT-Eighty-Chris 17 Report post Posted April 19, 2017 1 minute ago, Lauren said: Welcome aboard! Any plans for the car? At the moment I think I can only justify cosmetic changes. I want to improve the spoiler and rear light clusters, but I'm completely new to this so not sure where to start. I have seen Litchfield Imports do a Milltek upgrade but all quite expensive. Only thing a Boxer engine misses is the turbo they removed, but again no idea how much it will cost to add one. £5k? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted April 19, 2017 Yeah £5K or so for a turbo installed. Get used to the car as is, though that's the best way. I'm not convinced it needs a turbo or SC having driven a few and this is the case I think if your fun is in the corners rather than a straightline. I would avoid Litchfield, they don't know much about GT86's and I wouldn't touch Milltek. Sounds great but I've cracked three so far. There are tons of options for exhausts and the like though, so you're spoilt for choice. Again loads of options for lights. Many like Valentis or Toms or Buddy Club. There are new designs coming out all the time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT-Eighty-Chris 17 Report post Posted April 19, 2017 5 minutes ago, Lauren said: Yeah £5K or so for a turbo installed. Get used to the car as is, though that's the best way. I'm not convinced it needs a turbo or SC having driven a few and this is the case I think if your fun is in the corners rather than a straightline. I would avoid Litchfield, they don't know much about GT86's and I wouldn't touch Milltek. Sounds great but I've cracked three so far. There are tons of options for exhausts and the like though, so you're spoilt for choice. Again loads of options for lights. Many like Valentis or Toms or Buddy Club. There are new designs coming out all the time. Oh sweet! I'll check them out then. I need some soundbites of exhausts though, really don't want to be that guy who the neighbours know when I've come home (sorry)! Yes I always do, plus this is my first rear wheel drive car so more than happy to learn before modifying! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cerastes 204 Report post Posted April 19, 2017 Agree with @Lauren get use to the car as it is at first, that's what I did for the first few months, then gradually changed some exhaust and intake parts, goes quick for me and sounds great. I would still rather have a lightweight sports car with reasonable power than a big heavy car with loads of power. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreenSpring 13 Report post Posted April 21, 2017 Welcome! There seems to be a few of us around Swindon, should really get a south west meet going! You might see me and my friend driving about in white and black 86s, give us a wave if you do Sent from my HUAWEI VNS-L31 using Tapatalk 1 Igi reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BristolLee 25 Report post Posted April 23, 2017 On 21/04/2017 at 10:16 AM, GreenSpring said: Welcome! There seems to be a few of us around Swindon, should really get a south west meet going! You might see me and my friend driving about in white and black 86s, give us a wave if you do Sent from my HUAWEI VNS-L31 using Tapatalk And Bristol thank you! Yes, we do need to sort some Sputh West action Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreenSpring 13 Report post Posted April 23, 2017 On 21/04/2017 at 10:16 AM, GreenSpring said: Welcome! There seems to be a few of us around Swindon, should really get a south west meet going! You might see me and my friend driving about in white and black 86s, give us a wave if you do Sent from my HUAWEI VNS-L31 using Tapatalk And Bristol thank you! Yes, we do need to sort some Sputh West action Actually had an idea, when i get the time il get it organised, a group drive down a long b road and a Chinese buffet at the end of it. Hope it'll get some interest Sent from my HUAWEI VNS-L31 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neal 111 Report post Posted April 23, 2017 Hi and welcome you about to find out your gt86 is way more fun than anything vw currently offer. Hope to see you at a few meets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT-Eighty-Chris 17 Report post Posted April 25, 2017 On 19/04/2017 at 8:37 PM, Lauren said: Yeah £5K or so for a turbo installed. Get used to the car as is, though that's the best way. I'm not convinced it needs a turbo or SC having driven a few and this is the case I think if your fun is in the corners rather than a straightline. I would avoid Litchfield, they don't know much about GT86's and I wouldn't touch Milltek. Sounds great but I've cracked three so far. There are tons of options for exhausts and the like though, so you're spoilt for choice. Again loads of options for lights. Many like Valentis or Toms or Buddy Club. There are new designs coming out all the time. Fitted! 1 Sighe98 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT-Eighty-Chris 17 Report post Posted April 25, 2017 B-Road and a chinese sounds amazing! I'm learning rear wheel drive still. Was raining today on the way back so when noone was behind me was just giving it a bit of throttle round roundabouts... that thing really wants its back end out doesn't it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Igi 28 Report post Posted April 25, 2017 Welcome to the forum, Chris! Oh and great choice on the colour I'm up for a Swindon meet from time to time especially as I pass it a lot on my way to Milton Keynes. A meet by Ferrari followed by a Costa was always my thing there previously! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT-Eighty-Chris 17 Report post Posted April 25, 2017 Thanks man! I work at the VW Dealership next to the Holiday Inn there! I saw a few GT86s there last week in their car park. What's the best way to organise a local meet? Facebook? This forum? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lauren 2259 Report post Posted April 25, 2017 Post in social meets on the forum. That's the best way. Stuff on FB quickly gets lost. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean-A 8 Report post Posted April 25, 2017 Welcome Chris, I think a Swindon meet is defiantly needed. Have heard about a few 86's here but not seen any about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanJ 374 Report post Posted April 25, 2017 This event isn't too far from Swindon if you fancy popping along: http://www.gt86.org.uk/forums/topic/4771-020717-mk-meets-and-eats-on-tour/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keethos 842 Report post Posted June 20, 2017 Congrats and welcome to the club (apologies for a delayed welcome) 1 GT-Eighty-Chris reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
