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GT Josh
12-03-2012, 09:11
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Alright fellas, so the story goes I've been hooked on the R5 since my brother got one when I was 15 years old. Been to pod day 3 years on the bounce and have been itching to get my own. Looking for a nice car, to give some tlc too. If anyone knows of cars for sale which have not been posted in the classifieds give me a shout!

Cheers Josh...
phase i 16 v turbo
12-03-2012, 09:22
What are you looking for? I have got to sell a few of mine. This was one a sold recently

http://www.rtoc.org/boards/showthread.php?t=26661

Have 2 or 3 more to sell :cry:

Thanks
Mike
gtmatt
12-03-2012, 09:49
Josh da boost , u looking for a project ?? Bet you can't wait
GT Josh
12-03-2012, 10:28
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Hello fellas. Looking for something with an updated turbo T28 etc. Basically something tidy that doesn't need much work as I'm an amateur at the moment! No Mr B can't wait pal, like a excited child! Mike I had a word with you at pod and you told me to give you a shout when I was ready...
GT Josh
12-03-2012, 10:31
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Oh, also I'm not bothered about phase 1 - 2 etc. Aslong as it's a tidy, quick motor. #boost
djinuk
12-03-2012, 10:59
my advise would be dont stress about the tune/engine power etc.. that stuffs easy.. be more focused on getting a rot free (or as closs as possible) and straight shell.

These cars are perfect as a first stop to spanner throwing, and with the advise on here you wont go far wrong, however with rust and dints you are at the mercy of bodyshops which is a diffrent ball game.
GT Josh
12-03-2012, 12:09
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That's true, I'm under good guidance with my brother. GTphil. My budget is quite good top end being 2500 so I am hoping to get both engine and a nice rott free shell. Fingers crossed...
chezzer85
12-03-2012, 12:15
my advise would be dont stress about the tune/engine power etc.. that stuffs easy.. be more focused on getting a rot free (or as closs as possible) and straight shell.

These cars are perfect as a first stop to spanner throwing, and with the advise on here you wont go far wrong, however with rust and dints you are at the mercy of bodyshops which is a diffrent ball game.
:agree:

Don't make the mistake i made and buy the first R5 you clap your eyes on be prepared to shop around a bit, there are some very tidy motors out there but also some real sheds. And remember rust kills
Nottswoody
12-03-2012, 12:20
I second that take your time and Definatley take someone who has one.. Don't get caught up in the boost as you say.. I did and it's cost me.. But the good thing is it worked out good because they are easy to work on.. As previously stated take your time and look at the shell first. The engine is the easy bit.. Bodywork could break you..
GT Josh
12-03-2012, 12:23
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Thanks for the pointers chaps.
GTphil
12-03-2012, 12:58
Well well,

You would have thought he would have steered well clear after seeing all the time effort and money that's gone into mine over the years:wasntme:

Seems strange my little bro on the hunt for a gtt.

One or two have tempted us that we can find for sale now but distance away and dubiouse adverts have put us off.
GT Josh
12-03-2012, 13:41
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Haha big bro going to guide me to be a boost Jedi!
GTphil
12-03-2012, 20:20
Only a real boost jedi can guide you properly and that i am certainly not.

You should take part ownership of my raider and we can do an engine conversion (with your cash) and turn it into a supercar slayer:devil::laugh:
GT Josh
12-03-2012, 20:32
Or just sell me your motor cause your skint. I'll give you 20 quid :) :P
GTphil
12-03-2012, 20:35
You can have a 49% share for 3k:agree:
GT Josh
12-03-2012, 20:38
Haha nooooo. Really want one now. So impatient.... Can't be assed waitingggg.
GT Josh
12-03-2012, 20:47
What are you looking for? I have got to sell a few of mine. This was one a sold recently

http://www.rtoc.org/boards/showthread.php?t=26661

Have 2 or 3 more to sell :cry:

Thanks
Mike


What do you have mike?
westy94
14-03-2012, 17:41
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Nice looking j plate on piston heads if you still looking josh?:)
Not sure if anyones on here though.
GT Josh
14-03-2012, 18:12
Cheers for the heads up mate. I've seen that but just waiting for a message back on keefas silver phase 1 first...
GT Josh
25-03-2012, 16:04
Have sealed the deal! I will be going collecting the car via tow truck next saturday, Keefa GT's silver phase 1. Chuffed! Will be uploading pictures and starting a little project thread. :cooter: