fidgits
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Hi Steve, my apologies for any offence, it is very nice of you to offer it for sale, I was just trying to offer some advice from another point of view.
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Gen 7
in Celica Club
Don't get me wrong, its a fine automobile, I just don't know if it does the name justice...
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I voted sort of, mainly because they do in most cases offer models different to the parent, but you can't get away from the fact of where the car comes from.
That said, the same is true for the VAG group, so its not exactly unique to the japanese
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well, you could say the M3 is the ultimate drift car, but it seems, the low price and high ability of the AE-86 seems to make it ideal!
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Welcome to Toyota Owners Club USA
Come in, sit down and make yourself at home...
There are model specific forums for any questions you may have...
But please, introduce yourself, your name, where you are from, and most importantly, what you drive!
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I dont think it will be called the Supra...
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The AE-86 has been a respected drift car for a while.. and in some circles is considered the best drift platform you can get...
What do you think?
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It could be a fuel pump problem, i'd take it to a garage if i was you
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what do you think the best MR2 is?
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nice MR2 there mate! B)
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Gen 7
in Celica Club
Is the gen 7 celica worthy to wear the Celica badge, a car which has won several World Rally Championships?
Surely we need a GT4 version?
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With the prius, and soon to arrive RX400h, it looks as if Hybrid technology is the way forward for economical cars...
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Most Japanese manufactuers are at it, Honda with Acura, Nissan with Infiniti, and of course, Toyota with Lexus..
But do you actually see these 'brands' as seperate car companies, or simply re-badged Jap models with leather interior?
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why not put it on ebay and make a few bucks?
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We've all been there, whether its an argument about which way you should have turned at a junction, or the age old question "what is it about men and asking for directions!?".. there is a solution....
OEM Sat Nav systems, while solving this problem, also do a fine job of removing a large portion of hard earned cash from your pocket...
Well, there is a solution, which will stop you having to ask for directions, and bring an end to those little disagreements when it comes to map reading...
I have the TomTom Bluetooth Navigator, which runs on my IPaq 1945. The GPS unit and software cost 199, with the original TomTom cradle for my specific IPaq costing a further 50 (optional).
So, today I set off on a journey, with only an end address, and no idea where, or how to get to the address, relying soley on the system....
Firstly, the fact it runs on my IPaq is very useful, already having one meant there was no need to shell out for a dedicated piece of hardware. The cradle comes with various fitting options, and holds well, with little vibration.
The bluetooth unit was hidden away in my JDM dash tray...
So, how did it perform, well I got there, and on time.. and it made driving easier AND safer.. although the display is small, it is clear and easy to read. The 3D view gives a good idea on perspective. The voice commands meant there was no need to have to read a map, or printed directions, allowing you to just concentrate on driving.
The main display is the 3D map, with addtional information below, showing the next turn, how far to that turn, current speed, time to destination and expected arrival time.
The voice commands and clear, and well timed (varies according to speed).
Inputting the address was simple, just insert the first 4 digits of the postcode, and select from a list. You can also choose a POI (point of interest), such as hotel or airport, and it will take you there.
It also was very fast at calculating the route, and re-routes almost instantly! After calculating the route, it will switch into map mode, to show you the whole journey, before changing into the navigation mode.
It will plan the best route when you have multiple stops, and can route around areas you would like to avoid due to traffic jams and road works.
If your planned route passes through the London Congestion Charging Zone it will prompt you if you would like to an plan alternative around the zone, if at all possible, if not it still tells you that you are going to pass through it.
However, the real benifit is the flexibility, you can change from the UK map to European, or US (depending on what maps you have), you can download databases, such as 'Speed camera locations' and combined with a POI warning, it can also act as a GPS camera detector.
The big buttons make it easy to change settings while on the move (e.g. switch off the voice directions, re-route around traffic).
All in all, i was very impressed, it is a very slick system, and took the stress out of going somewhere i had never been, and allowed me to sit back and enjoy the drive...
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If I was you, I would go back to the garage which replaced the brakes, the work should be warrantied, and although you dont say there is any problem except the noise, I would be worried about any problems with that area!
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Have you got any pics you can post?
What are the minor repairs needed?
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GT-R
in Celica Club
Looks like your unique Ash ;)
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So here's the thing, the Toyota brand is known to be 'reliable', but what does the badge say to you??
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hello :D
Drifting
in Corolla Club
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true true...