40 THOUSAND (hypothetical) SPONDOOLIES - for a used car

Franco Cozzo · 09-05-2020, 03:05 PM

Following on from MercuryT's thread we're going to have another on what car you're going to throw down 40 thousand hypothetical spondoolies on.

The scenario is:

- $40K to spend on a secondary car (can spend less, or make up the balance in mods)
- No AU Falcons
- No strippers, nose candy, mortgage payments or other sensible uses of $40K allowed, has to be car and or car modifications related
- Can be multiple cars (ie give us your top 3 etc)
- Can be motorbike(s) or truck(s)
- Throw up images of the cars

While there's currently none for sale, I recently saw 3x E34 BMW M5's for sale for sub $30K recently:

- 250KW 3.8L I6
- Large Sedan
- Manual
- RWD
- 'Classic Plastic' looks

Modifications:

- Aftermarket ECU
- Freshen up Mechanicals
- Tune

Second choice:

E38 BMW L7:

- Only 899 built world wide
- Only 6 delivered to Australia
- $375K back in the 1990s
- 5.4L V12
- Could fire an RPG from the back seats and still miss the driver
- Bond villain cool

https://shop.peninsulabm.com/collect...3-auto-1999-07

Modifications:

- Aftermarket ECU
- Freshen up mechanicals
- Tune

Third choice:

JZS171W Toyota Crown:

- Classic Plastic
- JDM Luxo Spec
- Nonna's Doilies
- 1JZGTE Engine
- Fly under the radar to Bingo

Modifications:

- Aftermarket ECU
- 6boost turbo manifold
- Borgwarner EFR 7163 turbo
- Big *** front mount intercooler
- 3" turbo back exhaust
- Walbro 460 fuel pump
- 1000cc Bosch fuel injectors
- Turbosmart FPR1200 fuel pressure regulator
- Toyota Yaris Ignition Coils
- MV Automatics built A340 auto box
- New Nonna-spec doilies
- Tune
- Freshen up mechanicals

Should be good for 300KW/rears with those mods, ride in style to Bingo

roKWiz · 09-05-2020, 03:11 PM

I couldn't find one for $100K

Franco Cozzo · 09-05-2020, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by roKWiz

I couldn't find one for $100K

Can have 6 wheels or more but $40K still applies

roKWiz · 09-05-2020, 03:15 PM

Love the lace doilies

**Raptor** · 09-05-2020, 03:19 PM

I spent something approaching that figure earlier in the year.
Bought this;

I'll spend the change making it more like this one

roKWiz · 09-05-2020, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Raptor

I spent something approaching that figure earlier in the year.
Bought this;

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I'll spend the change making it more like this one

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Man those things can move, I went for a ride in a 800hp one.

MercuryT · 09-05-2020, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Raptor

I spent something approaching that figure earlier in the year.
Bought this;

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I'll spend the change making it more like this one

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Nice wagon!

Similar size to my R36 albeit yours newer etc.

A really handy size IMO - not too big so drives sweet not truck like, but can carry much more than a hatchback.

**Raptor** · 09-05-2020, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by MercuryT

Nice wagon!

Similar size to my R36 albeit yours newer etc.

A really handy size IMO - not too big so drives sweet not truck like, but can carry much more than a hatchback.

Thanks, I almost went for a 3.6l AWD Passat wagon (R36 successor) before stumbling upon the Audi. Yes they are a good size but this feels more truck like (body rolls like a bitch) compared to my 15yo Fords (Territory and RTV) which both handled much more nicely. Though I’ve already stuck 275 Michelin tyres on all 4 corners so it’s not lacking for grip. #quattro

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Originally Posted by roKWiz

Man those things can move, I went for a ride in a 800hp one.

Lol, not this one. It gets along fine but is only a 2.0 TDI

MercuryT · 09-05-2020, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Raptor

Thanks, I almost went for a 3.6l AWD Passat wagon (R36 successor) before stumbling upon the Audi. Yes they are a good size but this feels more truck like (body rolls like a bitch) compared to my 15yo Fords (Territory and RTV) which both handled much more nicely. Though I’ve already stuck 275 Michelin tyres on all 4 corners so it’s not lacking for grip. #quattro

That's interesting - it would annoy me too. My R36 is probably too harsh suspension wise for some.

I like it but had passengers comment on how stiff (It's not modded).

Your Audi looks fantastic compared to mine so enjoy!

Yellow_Festiva · 09-05-2020, 03:27 PM

5 seat Unimog:

roKWiz · 09-05-2020, 03:34 PM

2016 JAC truck I could probably live with. $25 000
Isuzu cab, 3.8 Cummins, Eaton transmission, Dana axles, 7 ton GVM, full S cam airbrakes.

Yellow_Festiva · 09-05-2020, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Yellow_Festiva

5 seat Unimog:

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I thought I would have a poke around at what was selling and for how much.

Wonder what the story is here?

https://www.trucksales.com.au/items/...18579979/?Cr=1

And then...

https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/thor...rbo/1246186689

Moo Man · 09-05-2020, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Yellow_Festiva

I thought I would have a poke around at what was selling and for how much.

Wonder what the story is here?

https://www.trucksales.com.au/items/...18579979/?Cr=1

And then...

https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/thor...rbo/1246186689

Gumtree says "needs a gearbox rebuild." - no mention of it in the trucksales listing!

roKWiz · 10-01-2023, 11:56 AM

What can I say.....$40G.

Seller's description
XF falcon stretch, 6wheel, Primarily used Variety Club Vic. car, full rego, resprayed, good condition, air bag system on lazy axle,
Spares included.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...tory_type=post

**Giant Cranium** · 09-05-2020, 03:32 PM

arronm · 09-05-2020, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Giant Cranium

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I had one of these with a holden 202 and celica 5 speed box.

**Giant Cranium** · 09-05-2020, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by arronm

I had one of these with a holden 202 and celica 5 speed box.

Dads best mate had a 4 door with a 253 in it. Still one of my favourite cars ever

hayseed · 09-05-2020, 03:37 PM

https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/det...-6576325/?Cr=8

roKWiz · 09-05-2020, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by hayseed

https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/det...-6576325/?Cr=8

Now we're talking. Look like copy Hustler wheels. nice.

stevanford · 09-05-2020, 03:47 PM

Can it be spent on mods for a car you already own ?

MercuryT · 09-05-2020, 04:53 PM

You've stolen my idea Mr Cozzo.......i'm upset ; )

I'll send my choice soon!

arronm · 09-05-2020, 04:59 PM

MercuryT · 09-05-2020, 05:00 PM

Franco.......you mention nose candy in OP (no I've never done it)

How your third option is a Toyota Crown (shocking looking car) makes me wonder if you have been!!!

**Giant Cranium** · 09-05-2020, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by MercuryT

Franco.......you mention nose candy in OP (no I've never done it)

How your third option is a Toyota Crown (shocking looking car) makes me wonder if you have been!!!

To think that Toyota went from the sweet looking crown that I posted to the boats that Franco likes

MercuryT · 09-05-2020, 05:40 PM

I'll get flamed but this modded Maloo would do me nicely. I'd lower it asap.

Leaves 10K for my Caravan purchase on top!

**98TLS** · 09-05-2020, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by MercuryT

I'll get flamed but this modded Maloo would do me nicely. I'd lower it asap.

Leaves 10K for my Caravan purchase on top!

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Not that i think it would break down,your post reminded me of this i came across ages ago.

MercuryT · 09-05-2020, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 98TLS

Not that i think it would break down,your post reminded me of this i came across ages ago.
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My (modded) Maloo was extremely reliable - as was my BA Turbo.

Bloody coils kept blowing on my BA, yet never leaked oil ever.

The Maloo LS1 had a new oil leak by the time you fixed the previous one!! Was no drama etc just messy and a pain!!

**Giant Cranium** · 09-05-2020, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by MercuryT

My (modded) Maloo was extremely reliable - as was my BA Turbo.

Bloody coils kept blowing on my BA, yet never leaked oil ever.

The Maloo LS1 had a new oil leak by the time you fixed the previous one!! Was no drama etc just messy and a pain!!

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Vu Maloo. I want a red one to go with my p250. The end of the muscle car right there. Everything after has too many computers

MercuryT · 09-05-2020, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Giant Cranium

Vu Maloo. I want a red one to go with my p250. The end of the muscle car right there. Everything after has too many computers

I loved mine - go for it!!

hayseed · 09-05-2020, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 98TLS

Not that i think it would break down,your post reminded me of this i came across ages ago.
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There's a Torana Lift back that gets around the Car shows with a Tent Similar to that. & was a genuine Holden accessory back in the Day..