Why Are you Selling your RHD Car?

[240sex_s14]

As the title stats, Why are you selling your RHD car?


*RHD CARS THAT FULLY REGISTERED THROUGH DMV / Imported Legally*


I've noticed a lot of people are buying RHD cars and selling them after a few months of purchasing them? Why is that?



only thing that could come to mind is the hopes of cashing out and selling it for more than what they purchased it for?


I'm currently in the market to buying a RHD Rx-7 FD and fully registered through the DMV using the japan Vin. I will be installing a Running Backup Cam facing the front left side for those left turns to help with the view. Also the purchase price will dirt cheap around 12-15k Color of my choice as well.


But all these sells of RHD cars are making me a little uncomfortable...So if you have a RHD and Have it for sell...Please comment

[R3b]

I think its a fad, so all the wannabe hot boys who have some okay money will go out pay maybe 10-20k on there car of choice. Feel underwhelmed as to what internet scene and hype is about till they realize the cars are 25 year old and need to be taken care of like a 25 year old car.

I think there is a saying something like if your not a mechanic these cars will make you one. Same idea applies to people who buy a s-chassis and sell in the next 6 months. Thats why you see so many people buying inports after having such newer cars like subbies, evos, honda whatever and getting there first older car being RHD. After the novelty wears off they sell that car instantly.

RHD is just an awkward driving position and you get used to it as far as the cars, especially an FD you'll find they were way more meticulously taken car of over there than here and have low miles. If you're serious about an FD please just make sure you no the proper rotary ins/outs like oil change and gas fill up, starting procedure, beating on it the right way etc.

[RalliartRsX]

Why should the reason anyone else selling their RHD cars have any bearing on your decision to purchase?? If the car is Fed Legal and they simply want a change of heart, it's on the seller for whatever multitude of reasons they choose. You buy a car based off what you want (and I would think you would have done your appropriate research to know the intricacies and issues with whatever model you choose to pursue)

Not trying to be a dick, but owning a RHD is like owning a LHD......without all the vaping flat brim dicks trying to take selfies with your car and the inability to see around curves and cars (which gets old quick if you do lots of driving on anything but the highway).

[mogli9000]

Most people who drive RHD cars buy them for the excitement and usually flip them just so they can say they owned one.

For some instances, some retards think their skyline or rhd car is being searched out by the feds so they dump the chassis for crackhead prices or hide it somewhere until you arrive to purchase. LOL
(Instant regret on their end due to their stupidity and lack of experience)

The government does not care about your car. They only care if you run an illegal business and profit from doing illegal things without paying the governments cut of the process. Some businesses sell a million plus in inventory and do not document any of it. That's what they want.
(Example : Not paying taxes, following paperwork/procedures, smuggling in cars, etc)

Smog, insurance, and paperwork will be more complicated. You have to have "hook ups"

Its harder to find files regarding wiring, layouts, schematics, and so forth to trouble shoot any issues. You cannot just plug in your scanner and go.

Replacement parts are harder to find and have no resale value.

They are neck turners, but not practical. The attention could also be unwanted. IF you piss off the wrong cop, they could also send you to bar and put you through annoying obstacles.

America was not built for RHD cars. Its not a completely practical daily compared to a lhd prius and so forth. Imagine not being able to go through drive throughs without huge inconveniences.

I currently daily drive a completely stock 30k mile altezza with a few other rhd cars in my stable. If you know what you are doing and have hook ups for parts then do it. I got all of my cars for KILLER deals so it was worth it. If I were to pay retail, I would have not gone this route.

Also RHD cars have a lower resale value compared to a LHD.
(Example : RHD supra is worth 13k, LHD supra is 20k+)

If you struggle with common sense, then you will have complications. Owning an imported car is only suited for experienced car builders or people with deep pockets to pay others for the "convenience".


/end thread

[onehundredoctane]

Because it's easy to import them once they are 25 years, it's just paper work and shipping.

Then some young kid will pay top dollar for a cheap used Nissan!

[brndck]

got sick of having to reach so damn far at the drive through window.

[240sex_s14]

I mean, I have a 2006 Audi A3 and miss my 240, let me tell you! it was a bitch to fix something on that car..240 its easy to work on and I did the swap myself to a Notch top... Keeping up with the service on the car isn't a problem for me as I know how to work on cars... For example I took my 240 base model and make it a full kouki with 5 lug / upgraded break lines / sub frame bushings / auto to manual etc.


I work for state farm and have my connects for insurance which is least of my worries and dmv paper work...speaking with "all documents are legit. No shady shit just know the right people to get the paper work processed with easy."


It's not stopping me from purchasing it, its just little eye opening as seeing so many people selling the RHD cars after a few months of purchasing.


The FD - Doing a swap within a month or two of owning the car... 2jz Rear sump / Single Turbo. Or a L1-2 depending on the hook up price I can get it for.


My buddy that's an importer daily drives his R32 and said you get use to it driving RHD... but its still *head scratching* lot of RHD for sell. haha

[240sex_s14]

Just to get things out the way and for this thread NOT to turn into a *Federal Paperwork Topic* Paperwork is not an issue....


Just want to hear from people that own a RHD and are putting it up for Sale after a few months of owning. *Reasoning behind it*

[brndck]

and are putting it up for Sell

because people say shit like "for sell". :picardfp::tardrim::facepalm::tweak:

[240sex_s14]

because people say shit like "for sell". :picardfp::tardrim::facepalm::tweak:



Thank you for that. I'm horrible at multitasking...little bit more busy/focused on drafting a legal document for a client. :fawkd:

[dizzariot]

I will be installing a Running Backup Cam facing the front left side for those left turns to help with the view. Also the purchase price will dirt cheap around 12-15k Color of my choice as well.


This sounds like the biggest waste of money I've ever heard of. You'll just get used to it.


Why are you sneaking in all these humble brags?


"Preparing a document for a client."


"2006 Audi A3."


"Cheap is 12-15k for me."


You seem like the type of guy you're asking about: buys a RHD car then tries to sell it for more. Your other threads are lame just like this one. Stop trying so fucking hard.

[lokanut]

I drive an import as a daily. Only thing that sucks is finding parts for it. They're either hard to find or cost bookoo bucks.

Other than that, I have no complaints. Probably would've been better off buying a newer and nicer car since I'm a broke college student, but I'd rather drive an appealing car than a boring ass car.

The people selling them just can't commit. They're usually big money pits, but then again so is any other old car.

[KiLLeR2001]

I bought an RHD car just so I could convert it to LHD.

[feito]

^what he said, they can't commit. Same reason projects, finished or unfinished, are being sold left and right.

[rawgarage]

Just sell mine for profit....I enjoyed the rb26 for a while but I'm over it

[tricky_ab]

got sick of having to reach so damn far at the drive through window.

Yeah, I've mastered the reverse pull in, or I just walk on inside of the place. I should purchase those "extended grip" devise that short people use to grab things up high in cabinets.

[jsu1012]

I work on an army base, and I drive my car EVERY day. My car is RHD and I have to reach across the car to hand my ID over to the gate guard's, then again after lunch. pain in the ass, meh kinda. But I love driving my car. I think these kids nowadays buy these old cars and think they are going to be reliable lol. Of course they arent compared to a new car so they sell them and buy frs'. I struggle damn near everyday to keep it on the road haha, and that's hard when I have a new wrx, that's modded, sitting in the garage. just yesterday my ac compressor was acting up, got home from work and fixed it. this morning driving to work my clutch pedal feel was off lol, so i'll have to investigate that today. just this year alone ive replaced front brakes, rear hubs. radiator, alternator, starter, turbo lines, and the clutch master cylinder. which is a pain in the ass RHD with an aftermarket intake manifold (use a nissan xterra cmc, its shorter) . and im about to have to replace the exhaust manifold. ugghhh i'm too old for this shit lol.

[240sex_s14]

This sounds like the biggest waste of money I've ever heard of. You'll just get used to it.


Why are you sneaking in all these humble brags?


"Preparing a document for a client."


"2006 Audi A3."


"Cheap is 12-15k for me."


You seem like the type of guy you're asking about: buys a RHD car then tries to sell it for more. Your other threads are lame just like this one. Stop trying so fucking hard.



taking extra precaution is a waste of money? maybe to you, but not to me. Humble bragging? hmmm I don't think those two words go Hand-Hand. Try to bash a person that's responding to people that point out stuff.. makes sense. As the current car I drive and the common sense behind working on cars? To misspelled words due to working at the same time and being horrible at multitasking. I think you're the one trying "Hard" to get into peoples post. Please, the day I run into you at a car meet if you ever go to any...I'll Have fun that day for sure. HA. Dizzagay.
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[240sex_s14]

For everyone that isn't Drizzagay. Thank you for the response. Really do appreciate the feedback from you guys.

[tuzzio]

A lot of RHD people I know say the novelty and cool factor wears off really fast.

[LockOn!]

Because its hard to turn left into traffic in urban areas without knowing whether or not your going to get your ass t-boned by some dipshit.

Been in one in downtown Seattle. As a passenger I would lean forward and spot the traffic coming from the right.

Shit's scary yo

[Reece]

I sold my RHD car to buy a different RHD car.

[KAT-PWR]

I drive an import as a daily. Only thing that sucks is finding parts for it. They're either hard to find or cost bookoo bucks.

Other than that, I have no complaints. Probably would've been better off buying a newer and nicer car since I'm a broke college student, but I'd rather drive an appealing car than a boring ass car.

The people selling them just can't commit. They're usually big money pits, but then again so is any other old car.

You don't have issues with drive throughs? Don't have friends in gated communities? No tolls? Heavy roadside landscaping?

Maybe I'm short tempered when it comes to the smaller inconvenience things

[dizzariot]

taking extra precaution is a waste of money? maybe to you, but not to me. Humble bragging? hmmm I don't think those two words go Hand-Hand. Try to bash a person that's responding to people that point out stuff.. makes sense. As the current car I drive and the common sense behind working on cars? To misspelled words due to working at the same time and being horrible at multitasking. I think you're the one trying "Hard" to get into peoples post. Please, the day I run into you at a car meet if you ever go to any...I'll Have fun that day for sure. HA. Dizzagay.
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It's not a precaution. I'm an American living in Japan and I had to get used to a RHD car. This country is made for RHD and I understand that, but it doesn't change the fact that I had to get used to the new blind spots. I didn't bitch out and install a camera. There are plenty of USDM cars out in town as well and the Japanese adjust. If you're too fucking inept just quit while you're ahead.

Get peoples' post? Do you know how the forum works?

I don't go to car meets. I'm not in high school or looking for validation.

[Reece]

More detail:

I had a 1985 Toyota Carina. Loved the car to death. Fucking blast. Got pulled over in my podunk suburban white town every single day, multiple times whenever I drove it. Literally always. Finding parts was fucking awful. Spent $600 on a distributor for said car. Among other things. So that got really annoying. Sold it to a friend of mine, bought an S13 Silvia. Much cheaper.

[Kingtal0n]

an Rx-7 FD isn't fed legal?


. 2017 - 0025 = ?

[R3b]

an Rx-7 FD isn't fed legal?


. 2017 - 0025 = ?

There was a couple hundred made in 1991 and not sure on the exact production date but about ~26k were in 1992 so we should see a lot more rotary in the next year. I just hope they arent taxed in the next 6 months. I love the r32 GTR but lately the FD has been growing on me.

[RalliartRsX]

Why would you buy a RHD version with all the stupid little nuances when there is a LHD version that works just as well?


Never understood the idea of buying a RHD for the sake of buying a RHD vehicle. If you're going to do, buy one that is not available in the US.

[JM216S14]

Go back to the Audi forum we have enough of your fuckboi kind around here.

[240sex_s14]

Go back to the Audi forum we have enough of your fuckboi kind around here.

Lmfao...


signed up in 2007 and still says "fuckboi"
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...don't be that guy.
:cj:







Left hand turns is going to be a bitch that's for sure. That's why I mentioned the camera mounted in the front left to see on coming traffic. Guess its just an extra safety step to take on my end.

[240sex_s14]

It's not a precaution. I'm an American living in Japan and I had to get used to a RHD car. This country is made for RHD and I understand that, but it doesn't change the fact that I had to get used to the new blind spots. I didn't bitch out and install a camera. There are plenty of USDM cars out in town as well and the Japanese adjust. If you're too fucking inept just quit while you're ahead.

Get peoples' post? Do you know how the forum works?

I don't go to car meets. I'm not in high school or looking for validation.



another useless post... sounds like you're mad at life. Cheer up and haha the highschool comment...funny because you're acting like it. Take your own advice... "quit while you're ahead."


2x post of useless shit thus far...please just stfu if you don't have anything worth reading.

[Highway Riding]

I bought an RHD car just so I could convert it to LHD.

+1 I would hack up a R32\33\34 or S15 anyday lol..

[sean710]

Only downfall of RHD in rural areas is being asked if you deliver mail everyday.

[240sex_s14]

+1 I would hack up a R32\33\34 or S15 anyday lol..


I witness this on a daily with my friend my imports cars.. I shed a tear every time :naw:

Only downfall of RHD in rural areas is being asked if you deliver mail everyday.


HAHA, did my package come in Mr. Mail man

[da_crew10]

A lot of mailmen/women in Arkansas for the most part buy rhd jeeps and some other makes. They adapt just fine, I am sure you can as well.

Oh yeah,make sure you have a daily. Makes enjoying an old car stress free. Unless spending money stresses you.

[!Zar!]

Some realize that owning a car which was never released here can be a headache when it comes to sourcing certain parts.

[Reece]

It took me maybe 3 days to adapt to RHD driving. Not very hard. Only thing that sucks is a left turn yield. The rest is basically the same.

[JrDarknes]

Why would you buy a RHD version with all the stupid little nuances when there is a LHD version that works just as well?


Never understood the idea of buying a RHD for the sake of buying a RHD vehicle. If you're going to do, buy one that is not available in the US.

I agree.

I can some what understand a s13 silvia or 180sx if you're too lazy to convert the front end or don't have the time/knowledge to swap engines.

Besides that, I honestly cannot see the point of having a RHD car when there are plenty of LHD cars readily available in the states.

[Extreme Dimensions]

I saw this thread and remembered Doug DeMuro's review of what it's like Daily Driving a RHD R32. If I can't go through the drive thru and people keep stopping to talk about their favorite FF movie scenes, I'd sell too.
https://youtu.be/5eFA3cwfR3E

[RalliartRsX]

RHD keeps me gouging on Big Macs, so it acts as a dietary control I guess.......

[lunchmeat]

I've been debating with myself on grabbing an r33...eventually. I'm not worried about drive thru drama, I don't eat fast food. But, how much of a pain in the ass would a rhd car be for someone blind in their right eye? Been driving for 23 years and it hasn't been much of an issue, except for the whole no depth perception thing.

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[KAT-PWR]

I've been debating with myself on grabbing an r33...eventually. I'm not worried about drive thru drama, I don't eat fast food. But, how much of a pain in the ass would a rhd car be for someone blind in their right eye? Been driving for 23 years and it hasn't been much of an issue, except for the whole no depth perception thing.

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Heavily depends on where you live.

Making left hand turns across traffic in any area that is slightly urbanized with shrubs in the median is terrifying.

[lunchmeat]

I already have issues with multi lane left turns. Shit freaks me out. Doesn't help when you blind spot is the entire right side of the car. I mostly drive interstate and where I live isn't too bad. Probably won't stop me from owning the car though.

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[240sex_s14]

I agree.

I can some what understand a s13 silvia or 180sx if you're too lazy to convert the front end or don't have the time/knowledge to swap engines.

Besides that, I honestly cannot see the point of having a RHD car when there are plenty of LHD cars readily available in the states.


I see a LHD 93 rx7 for 12k / needs body work / new interior / has 187k on chassis and 43k on rebuild engine. / oh needs new paint as majority of the body paint is mix matched colors.


my buddy is going to sell me a rx7 for 12k from japan. healthy engine, factory color, paint is in mint condition and interior is stock also engine is stock. Roughly 40k miles.


I mean 12k with paperwork and all what I mentioned above is a steal if you ask me. only thing its RHD instead of LHD.


He also has a few Silvia K's/Q's/J's for sale for around $3,500-4,500 with paperwork. If you ask me its a win/win.

[jumpman2334]

there are plenty of FDs around that you can find in the 10k range. don't use one bad example to deter you.


also keep in mind the cost of shipping and the headache of getting registered in CA (which is still a grey area, no?). the RHD FD is not 12k out the door.


also remember this is zilvia, some people change cars like they change socks.

[silviamang]

I see a LHD 93 rx7 for 12k / needs body work / new interior / has 187k on chassis and 43k on rebuild engine. / oh needs new paint as majority of the body paint is mix matched colors.


my buddy is going to sell me a rx7 for 12k from japan. healthy engine, factory color, paint is in mint condition and interior is stock also engine is stock. Roughly 40k miles.


I mean 12k with paperwork and all what I mentioned above is a steal if you ask me. only thing its RHD instead of LHD.


He also has a few Silvia K's/Q's/J's for sale for around $3,500-4,500 with paperwork. If you ask me its a win/win.


Really? A K's landed for 4500? I want to see this.

[tricky_ab]

Really? A K's landed for 4500? I want to see this.

Same here... I'll take two please, and thank you.

[Sileighty_85]

I love driving my GTR, I daily it to work until my 4 Door gets here. I only have 1 issue for driving in the US and thats merging into traffic on ramps. not a huge deal just have to check real hard before merging.

Other than that, it feels pretty natural to me, but probably cuz Ive been driving RHD cars for almost 10 years.

Not many ppl bother me, usually just someone complimenting me or asking what kinda car it is.

[Reece]

I agree.

I can some what understand a s13 silvia or 180sx if you're too lazy to convert the front end or don't have the time/knowledge to swap engines.

Besides that, I honestly cannot see the point of having a RHD car when there are plenty of LHD cars readily available in the states.

S chassis cars make sense because you get the right hand of course and the SR or CA factory, and all the options and weird OEM+ pieces they got that we didn't, however things like a Toyota Celsior or some Civics, i just don't understand.

I saw a single cam carbed RHD EF Hatch the other day for 6k. You could buy a pretty clean B Series swapped LHD EF for that money. Makes no sense to me when it comes to things like that.

[240sex_s14]

I love driving my GTR, I daily it to work until my 4 Door gets here. I only have 1 issue for driving in the US and thats merging into traffic on ramps. not a huge deal just have to check real hard before merging.

Other than that, it feels pretty natural to me, but probably cuz Ive been driving RHD cars for almost 10 years.

Not many ppl bother me, usually just someone complimenting me or asking what kinda car it is.



nice! wish I have been driving a rhd car for last 10 years :(
Merging and left turns it what it seems to be the problem other than sourcing parts haha

[Sileighty_85]

nice! wish I have been driving a rhd car for last 10 years :(
Merging and left turns it what it seems to be the problem other than sourcing parts haha

Depending on the chassis it shouldn't be too difficult. R32s aren't too bad, quite a few other chassis share some major components. Just ATESSA parts are problematic. But I was fortunate enough to stock pile r32 parts before leaking Japan

[Juantwo3]

Most people who drive RHD cars buy them for the excitement and usually flip them just so they can say they owned one.

For some instances, some retards think their skyline or rhd car is being searched out by the feds so they dump the chassis for crackhead prices or hide it somewhere until you arrive to purchase. LOL
(Instant regret on their end due to their stupidity and lack of experience)

The government does not care about your car. They only care if you run an illegal business and profit from doing illegal things without paying the governments cut of the process. Some businesses sell a million plus in inventory and do not document any of it. That's what they want.
(Example : Not paying taxes, following paperwork/procedures, smuggling in cars, etc)

Smog, insurance, and paperwork will be more complicated. You have to have "hook ups"

Its harder to find files regarding wiring, layouts, schematics, and so forth to trouble shoot any issues. You cannot just plug in your scanner and go.

Replacement parts are harder to find and have no resale value.

They are neck turners, but not practical. The attention could also be unwanted. IF you piss off the wrong cop, they could also send you to bar and put you through annoying obstacles.

America was not built for RHD cars. Its not a completely practical daily compared to a lhd prius and so forth. Imagine not being able to go through drive throughs without huge inconveniences.

I currently daily drive a completely stock 30k mile altezza with a few other rhd cars in my stable. If you know what you are doing and have hook ups for parts then do it. I got all of my cars for KILLER deals so it was worth it. If I were to pay retail, I would have not gone this route.

Also RHD cars have a lower resale value compared to a LHD.
(Example : RHD supra is worth 13k, LHD supra is 20k+)

If you struggle with common sense, then you will have complications. Owning an imported car is only suited for experienced car builders or people with deep pockets to pay others for the "convenience".


/end thread


could not have been said any better