1990 240sx or MKIII Update

[silforty]

Well it all comes down to what my mechanic/ friend say about the other car i'm looking at. I love my 240sx to death, but its just not there from an acceleration standpoint. Which is why i'm looking at a MKIII turbo. My car has been an ongoing project, but the engine is completely stock. Some body mods, some new lighting, and a couple parts from a 1993 240sx. I'll let everybody know on whether my car is being sold or not. Deep down I hope there is something seriously wrong with the MKIII so i won't have to get it and I wont want it. By the way, please don't flame on the MKIII even though its a toy... toyo....ah... i can't say it. Peace

[KiDyNomiTe]

Whats wrong with Toyota?

I drive a toyota and I love it (Camry Pride:D ), but seriously Toyota makes good cars. To me Toyota is one step below Nissan. They are nearly the same.
Toyota/Lexus, Nissan/Infiniti - Both make or made good cars. They both have one crazy BPU cars, thier luxury divisions kick ass IMO. Both have good old school cars (2000GT and Datsuns, I love em both)

Anyway I am sure everyone already told you what you need to know about making the decision in the last post, but good luck with whatever car you keep or get.

[silforty]

Thanks for the reply. You're my only friend. LOL I think either people aren't going to respond at all or i'm gonna get flamed on hardcore. I would like to reiterate that i love 240sx and i'm a Nissan person myself, but the 240sx isn't fulfilling my needs. I will soon have pics of my 240sx up when the time comes to sell it

[transient]

Dude, there's no reason anyone should ever be flamed for liking a different car than the 240sx, and if I ever see it happen, I'm gonna do some ass kicking! :D

Anyway, what's your main goal with the car? Do you like the curves or do you like full on power?

[AutoDestruct]

I believe there is some sort of head gasket issue, I think its pretty hefty too. That's at least from what i can remember. I'm wondering about the suspension and rear axle as well. But i don't know much about that. :confused: O well:rolleyes:

[KiDyNomiTe]

Originally posted by AutoDestruct
I believe there is some sort of head gasket issue, I think its pretty hefty too. That's at least from what i can remember. I'm wondering about the suspension and rear axle as well. But i don't know much about that. :confused: O well:rolleyes:

Ya like all MK3s from some year had a head gasket problem, but if you search for an MK3 you'll se a lot that say blown head gasket, or replaced head gasket and such.

[silforty]

Basically I wanted a car that had strait line power, thats why i initially bought a 240 because i saw the torque numbers and thought i could build something off of that, but the funds and S*#@ happend to the car that i had to fix so i never got around to it. I figure even though the supra weighs like 3500 lbs, its got double wishbone suspension so i should be ok. Thanks for the info about the head gasket, i heard mad stuff bout it too. It looks the the 240sx will be for sale soon, email me for details on my baby. peace

[240racer]

make sure you get on supraforums.com. Their MKIII section is awesome. I surf around in there just to learn general performance stuff that isn't talked about very often here.

[transient]

If you just want straight line power, I'd definately go with the supra.

[Yoshi]

Originally posted by silforty
Basically I wanted a car that had strait line power, thats why i initially bought a 240 because i saw the torque numbers and thought i could build something off of that, but the funds and S*#@ happend to the car that i had to fix so i never got around to it. I figure even though the supra weighs like 3500 lbs, its got double wishbone suspension so i should be ok. Thanks for the info about the head gasket, i heard mad stuff bout it too. It looks the the 240sx will be for sale soon, email me for details on my baby. peace

I think most anyone here will tell you, the 240sx was designed to be a great handling car. If you want to just go fast in a straight line, the supra is a much better choice. While there are plenty of 240's out there that do well in the quarter, the car is much more at home on the road course.

I dunno why you're knocking Toyotas (or thing that we disrespect them here). They're great cars, and Supras are some of the best performing cars around. I was shopping for a mk3 supra when I picked up my first 240.

[silforty]

personally i don't knock toyotas. I just didn't know how possibly going from a 240sx to a MKIII would go over on a 240sx forum. KNow what i'm sayin :D . Anyways, Like i said i hope something is seriously wrong with the Supra so i won't have to get it.... but... i really want it. Thanks to all about being so chill bout the possible switch. 240SX for LIFE!!
peace

[1998cc]

My friend just bought a mkiii turbo and it is pretty sweet. The car is pretty upgradeable too. Finding one in decnt condition is very hard. After driving it the handling left me a littile disappointed.

[silforty]

Yo thanks for the encouragement. I drove the car last week, and it's mad quick, spools up nicely.Like u said, the car left me wanting a lil more handling, but it doesnt really feel like 3500 pound car. Anybody looking for a Nice 240sx for a really good price, give me a shout out. I have pictures posted at this address http://community.webshots.com/user/silforty
Peace

[Stylin_240sx]

Originally posted by silforty
Yo thanks for the encouragement. I drove the car last week, and it's mad quick, spools up nicely.Like u said, the car left me wanting a lil more handling, but it doesnt really feel like 3500 pound car. Anybody looking for a Nice 240sx for a really good price, give me a shout out. I have pictures posted at this address http://community.webshots.com/user/silforty
Peace

you've got mail:)

[silforty]

I have good news and bad news. Bad news is that the Supra needed to much work. Clutch, brakes, timing belt, mounts, and misc carp so i'm not gettin it:( . But the upside is that I'm keepin the 240 for the time being. For all who are still interested in the car.. just keep me informed, maybe i can be swung one way or another. I'm still lookin for something turbocharged. Can anybody say, Z car, or wankel Turbo II. I can.. Thanks for all the comment on my whip. Peace:

[elevator]

Shoot! Definately look at the good side!! You don't really want a Supra do you? That is so......un Nissan!!:D

[Steeles]

I've still got my MKIII it might get a new engine this year and be my daily pimp ride... man I miss that targa top! it was a nd auto non turbo but I still luv it.