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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from KobayashiMaru in Tastefully modified pearl white GT86 - £13k   
    Welcome to your new Toyota GT86
    This your new 2012 GT86...
    Under 48,000 miles  Manufacturer warranty until November 2017 MOT until the end of July 2017 Service history Three owners The car has keyless entry and start, touchscreen multimedia system with sat nav, electric folding mirrors, heated front seats, centre console armrest and mud flaps.
    This car is in fantastic condition and is well looked after. There are no major issues, however one of the alloys has some kerbing and the bonnet has the usual stone chips. There is a slight dent in the front fender which has been there since before I owned it, but this can only be noticed in certain lighting.
    Mods include:
    Smoked Valenti tail lights Smoked Valenti reverse/fog light TRD style spoiler Beatsonic V2 shark fin aerial Rota Force alloys (17" 8J ET 35) finished in gloss black with metal flake lacquer GT86 centre caps to match alloys Debadged 'Toyota' badge from boot Toyota emblem on bonnet and boot, along with 'GT86' logo on boot dipped in matte black Matte black GT86 piston badges on fenders Also including a brand new paint touch-up kit.
    This is a truly excellent car and it has been a pleasure owning it. I'll be gutted to see it go, but need to make way for my new company car, which just happens to be a BRZ.
    Located in North Warwickshire. Viewings welcome, please drop me a message to arrange. Further pics available here / on request.
    I'm looking for £13,000. It's ready to pick up whenever you are...
    Private reg not included.



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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from KobayashiMaru in Tastefully modified pearl white GT86 - £13k   
    Welcome to your new Toyota GT86
    This your new 2012 GT86...
    Under 48,000 miles  Manufacturer warranty until November 2017 MOT until the end of July 2017 Service history Three owners The car has keyless entry and start, touchscreen multimedia system with sat nav, electric folding mirrors, heated front seats, centre console armrest and mud flaps.
    This car is in fantastic condition and is well looked after. There are no major issues, however one of the alloys has some kerbing and the bonnet has the usual stone chips. There is a slight dent in the front fender which has been there since before I owned it, but this can only be noticed in certain lighting.
    Mods include:
    Smoked Valenti tail lights Smoked Valenti reverse/fog light TRD style spoiler Beatsonic V2 shark fin aerial Rota Force alloys (17" 8J ET 35) finished in gloss black with metal flake lacquer GT86 centre caps to match alloys Debadged 'Toyota' badge from boot Toyota emblem on bonnet and boot, along with 'GT86' logo on boot dipped in matte black Matte black GT86 piston badges on fenders Also including a brand new paint touch-up kit.
    This is a truly excellent car and it has been a pleasure owning it. I'll be gutted to see it go, but need to make way for my new company car, which just happens to be a BRZ.
    Located in North Warwickshire. Viewings welcome, please drop me a message to arrange. Further pics available here / on request.
    I'm looking for £13,000. It's ready to pick up whenever you are...
    Private reg not included.



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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to long-gone in Unexpected things you like about the GT86   
    I recently had a hire car for ten days while my GT86 was being repaired. An okay-ish Seat Leon. Diesel. I'd recommend everyone does so every once in a while - it makes you appreciate how good the GT86 really is.
    First off, keyless entry. It feels so odd and inordinately inconvenient having to fish out the fob to bip unlock, then fit the key in the ignition to start. Then you're sat on a seat, not cosseted in a comfortable, heated seat. Your view is limited by thick A pillars and you have to regularly use the rear wipe because you can't see out of the back either. Then there's the performance, or lack there of. I keep reading about how under-powered my car is, but unless you drive a modern run-of-the-mill diesel you don't appreciate how quick and nimble the GT86 actually is.
    There's loads more, but we all know it really - no point in preaching to the converted.
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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to Gringosteve in Watches in the GT86   
    I now have an 86 logo on my watch
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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from Squadrone Rosso in Clean cars thread   
    Few snaps following a Sunday clean. Complete noob when it comes to this detailing lark! I just use cheap poxy snowfoam and some Autoglym bits for the alloys and tyres.


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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from Eleanor11 in Unexpected things you Disike about the GT86   
    I hate how sensitive the volume knob is on the stereo. When you have that OCD that your volume has to end in a 0 or a 5, it's really hard to get it spot on while you're driving along!
    Re. the doors unlocking, I just double press the unlock button on the key fob (apart from when I forget, and than I also get moaned at by my girlfriend).
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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from Deacon in Ordering from TheSpeedline.com...   
    Quick comparison video
    https://vimeo.com/145036175

    And a picture of them fitted



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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from nikndel in Ordering from TheSpeedline.com...   
    Of course not. It was Parcelforce.
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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from Deacon in Ordering from TheSpeedline.com...   
    Quick comparison video
    https://vimeo.com/145036175

    And a picture of them fitted



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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from Deacon in Ordering from TheSpeedline.com...   
    Quick comparison video
    https://vimeo.com/145036175

    And a picture of them fitted



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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from Keethos in Ordering from TheSpeedline.com...   
    Crap picture, but these are the only stickers on them.



    Seem to be okay though. They're fitted now, but it's a bit dark to get a picture of them on the car.




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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from Squadrone Rosso in Clean cars thread   
    Few snaps following a Sunday clean. Complete noob when it comes to this detailing lark! I just use cheap poxy snowfoam and some Autoglym bits for the alloys and tyres.


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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to nikndel in Ordering from TheSpeedline.com...   
    sure is mate they call me The Light Meister now on my 3rd set 
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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to Gringosteve in Watches in the GT86   
    Swapped to a magnetic black Milanese loop

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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to nikndel in Condensation in rear lights   
    What a lame duck excuse if you are a hands on sort Mark take the lights out remove indicator bulb holder and let them dry out put some sealant where the wires go through the gasket I have done this to my stock and aftermarket lights with no futher issues
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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to rob275 in Ordering from TheSpeedline.com...   
    That's cool, i'm not purposely trying to put people off. But it's best you know now rather than assuming you will be covered and find out later you aren't. Because that would piss me off majorly. If you accept beforehand you won't be then you won't be disappointed
    Plus they are valenti's anyway, one would assume they will be fine.
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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from rob275 in Ordering from TheSpeedline.com...   
    Not that I'm aware of. I've always understood it to be any transaction.
     
    Fair point, Rob. But, to be fair, I only plan to get Valenti's as a stop-gap anyway. My end game is some Buddy Clubs, but I can't justify the £450 price tag right now, and these Valenti's are about 50% of what I'd pay for them from a UK dealer.
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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to Mark-in-Stoke in Ordering from TheSpeedline.com...   
    my hoard includes x2 originals, x2 Valentis (that one day I will fix) and a single valenti (the one with the white bar, this was sent by accident).
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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to benno86 in ROTA Force 17" 8J ET 35 in gloss black/metal flake with Goodyear Eagle F1 225 45 17'S with 7mm tread X 4 £500   
    Yh spigots , nuts and locking nuts can all be thrown in . There like new were fitted for around 800-1000 miles before selling the car 
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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to rob275 in Another GT86 Drivers Club Hoodie group buy!   
    They are on the store but only in Grey, I'm working on a way to be able to supply all colours indefinitely but due to the printing method and range or colours/sizes available it's impossible.
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    Mark_Swaddle got a reaction from Gringosteve in Watches in the GT86   
    My addition. 
    My Apple Watch doesn't really compete with some of these beauties though. 
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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to will300 in Amber Open Day, Exhaust Meet and Karting!   
    Mark
    A couple of us might be meeting at the Coventry showcase, nothings been confirmed yet, but is that ok with you?
    Will
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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to Camilz in Amber Open Day, Exhaust Meet and Karting!   
    Il be heading over from surrey so opposite direction xD
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    Mark_Swaddle reacted to Deacon in Deacons '86   
    Couple of quick fitted pics:-


    I have raised it a touch but it's literally just off the jacks so should settle a little lower.
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