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Old Feb 6, 2023 | 06:28 PM
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For the past 10yrs, I've only driven mine like 2-5 times year each year, but it always puts a grin on my face and reminds me of all the good times I had with it, building it up and tuning for competition. At times I think about replacing it, but I can't seem to let go. There's just too much sentimental value.
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Old Feb 6, 2023 | 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Thoe99
For the past 10yrs, I've only driven mine like 2-5 times year each year, but it always puts a grin on my face and reminds me of all the good times I had with it, building it up and tuning for competition. At times I think about replacing it, but I can't seem to let go. There's just too much sentimental value.
I was the same way. For me it was: let the car sit in my backyard to look at and maybe drive occasionally (I eventually stopped) or sell it and put the money towards something I'll enjoy more. So far, so good, with plenty more on the way. I actually should have sold it about three years ago, but I was stubborn and swore I'd still get use out of it.
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Old Feb 7, 2023 | 04:18 PM
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Goodluck Kaj on future project. But you’ll be back lol ✊🏾
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Old Feb 7, 2023 | 05:14 PM
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Goodluck Kaj on future project. But you’ll be back lol ✊🏾
Maybe, if prices stay where they are.
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Old Feb 8, 2023 | 10:01 PM
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I had a really hard time selling my mazdaspeed3 back in 2015 due to the reasons. That car taught me how to work on cars and so much more things that outvalued the 10k I paid for it back in the day. I bought a 2016 STI and the car didn’t get used for about a year when I realized it didn’t make sense to have it sitting around dusty.

funny enough, I eventually sold the STI and the cars that followed but I still check local classifieds to try and buy it back if it ever comes to market. It happens
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Old Feb 9, 2023 | 09:22 AM
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Hate to see her go but love to watch her leave!

Sounds like you had a great time with the car and now a new owner, who also loves Evo's, will get to experience the journey and happiness.
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Old Aug 26, 2023 | 07:17 AM
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I stop by for the first time in years and I'm not surprised. By any of this. Good luck.
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Old Aug 26, 2023 | 05:42 PM
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I stop by for the first time in years and I'm not surprised. By any of this. Good luck.


I had to upgrade. Sell one car, buy two.


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Old Aug 28, 2023 | 09:27 AM
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Nice supra. Ive been following the post on your Evo build. Motivated me to stay OEM block since im not going for big power (400whp).

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Old Aug 28, 2023 | 10:10 AM
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my creeper cardboards have trash bags to keep them clean
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Old Aug 28, 2023 | 01:00 PM
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Nice supra. Ive been following the post on your Evo build. Motivated me to stay OEM block since im not going for big power (400whp).
It was the best decision ever. Ten years of beating on the car and never had a problem that I didn't cause myself LOL. OEM for lyfe. It's the reason for the Supra: I've been running a time attack series all year with nothing but brake pads/fluid/tires/camber plates. It's so nice to leave a car alone to just enjoy.

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my creeper cardboards have trash bags to keep them clean
haha. That's fancy. I do finally have an actual creeper... but the cardboard is super useful for quick n dirty jobs.
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Old Aug 28, 2023 | 01:29 PM
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haha. That's fancy. I do finally have an actual creeper... but the cardboard is super useful for quick n dirty jobs.
yes not only the trashbag keep them clean & fresh, its also easier to slide on them. I bring them to the big events, useful for going under the trailer. I've even used them to have the winch rope not rub on the trailer
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Old Sep 10, 2023 | 04:09 PM
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It was the best decision ever. Ten years of beating on the car and never had a problem that I didn't cause myself LOL. OEM for lyfe. It's the reason for the Supra: I've been running a time attack series all year with nothing but brake pads/fluid/tires/camber plates. It's so nice to leave a car alone to just enjoy.
I've found myself considering a Supra more and more as well. Funny how so many Evo owners are turning to the MKV. Is yours 3.0/2.0? Manual or auto? It's a gorgeous car no matter the flavor. Still, in my case, the Evo has too much of a hold on me. Maybe I'll let her go someday, but not today.
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Old Sep 12, 2023 | 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by rane
I've found myself considering a Supra more and more as well. Funny how so many Evo owners are turning to the MKV. Is yours 3.0/2.0? Manual or auto? It's a gorgeous car no matter the flavor. Still, in my case, the Evo has too much of a hold on me. Maybe I'll let her go someday, but not today.
He has a 3.0 auto like the rest of us Supra owners. Give in and join the club!
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Old Sep 12, 2023 | 07:02 PM
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Originally Posted by rane
I've found myself considering a Supra more and more as well. Funny how so many Evo owners are turning to the MKV. Is yours 3.0/2.0? Manual or auto? It's a gorgeous car no matter the flavor. Still, in my case, the Evo has too much of a hold on me. Maybe I'll let her go someday, but not today.
'21 3.0 with AT. The Evo is a great car, don't get me wrong. I now realize how dated it is, which is NOT necessarily a bad thing.. except for the purpose I needed it to serve. I still love Evos, but it's not a car I'd prefer to drive on track, compared to a few, newer options.
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