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Tough Decision - Part with "too nice to drive" Hardtop Supra or Z06 TT

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Old Aug 8, 2011 | 01:35 PM
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You guys beat me down and I've given in - LOL!

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...ml#post3279648
Lol, I saw the fs thread, glws...
 
Old Aug 8, 2011 | 08:14 PM
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Lol, I saw the fs thread, glws...
Thanks - I may put them both up for sale and see what develops. I posted this because I'm honestly torn on which to sell. I really do question the rationale behind keeping a museum collector quality car that doesn't get driven. On a very rationale level, its just hogging up garage space!
 
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I dont envy your decision. I am a die hard Supra fanatic and I know the importance of your Supra, however I do understand the "it just sits there" side of you.
 
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Honestly, I would see about either getting a lift, storing a car elsewhere, or possibly building an extra garage. You could probably put a nice 2-car garage space where your tool and garden shed is. Those would be my first options before parting with any of them. If you absolutely need to get rid of one, I have to say Z06 as well. It is easily replaceable while the Supra is Irreplaceable. I feel like you would always regrett selling it if you did.
 
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My Supra sits in the garage all day, every day, under the cover. It really doesn't bother me.

Like I said, parking your money in a car that isn't tanking by 20% every year, or put it in a new Gallardo and lose 40% in 3 years.
 
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Honestly, I would see about either getting a lift, storing a car elsewhere, or possibly building an extra garage. You could probably put a nice 2-car garage space where your tool and garden shed is. Those would be my first options before parting with any of them. If you absolutely need to get rid of one, I have to say Z06 as well. It is easily replaceable while the Supra is Irreplaceable. I feel like you would always regrett selling it if you did.
Hey Greg - didn't know you were on here! I'm still evaluating options and getting creative. Thinking of getting rid of the Donzi we only use 1 or 2 times a year as that would free up a spot. Wish my wife would let me put her horse trailer outside as that would free up two spots! We will see but agree with you on the "regret" if I let the H/T go.

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My Supra sits in the garage all day, every day, under the cover. It really doesn't bother me.

Like I said, parking your money in a car that isn't tanking by 20% every year, or put it in a new Gallardo and lose 40% in 3 years.
You are right Hua - I feel more comfortable with my investment in the H/T Supra than real estate or the stock market in current times! This is actually a very real justification.
 
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I feel more comfortable with my investment in the H/T Supra than real estate or the stock market in current times! This is actually a very real justification.
If you can look past the current times with a longer time horizon on certain sectors, you will be more comfortable with your investment in the stock market than in the H/T supra .
 
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If you can look past the current times with a longer time horizon on certain sectors, you will be more comfortable with your investment in the stock market than in the H/T supra .
Well let's just say I have a diversified portfolio right now and if you want to buy my land or mutual funds at their original value, let me know! My Supra has increased in value, while I've lost my *** on the others and it will be years before they return.
 
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If u have a ttG why do u need a tt z06 haha, in all honestly that low mile supra will sell for more then that z06 down the road and even more that its stock! To me a corvette is for wealthy people who want a fast car but doesnt have any car education(thats why they are all over). How many supras do u actually see on the road compared to z06s. Dont get me wrong the z06 is a beautiful,amazing car! But your supra is one of a kind!! Sell the z06 and if u ever are sad and miss it just go for a ride in the lambo lol
 
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Well let's just say I have a diversified portfolio right now and if you want to buy my land or mutual funds at their original value, let me know! My Supra has increased in value, while I've lost my *** on the others and it will be years before they return.
Lol, I hear ya, I too lost a big chunk during the subprime fiasco. Still see very difficult times ahead...
 
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If that's your garage pic, then just add another stall...looks like you have the room.

Seriously. It would be cheaper to boot. (Though I doubt that's a concern...)

if you're that torn then just call a general contractor!!!
 
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Get rid of the dining table and put the supra there hahaha consider it a piece of art and a huge piece of history!!! If I had the means I would keep them all and build another garage
 
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make it zr1 then your set lol
 
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If u have a ttG why do u need a tt z06 haha, in all honestly that low mile supra will sell for more then that z06 down the road and even more that its stock! To me a corvette is for wealthy people who want a fast car but doesnt have any car education(thats why they are all over). How many supras do u actually see on the road compared to z06s. Dont get me wrong the z06 is a beautiful,amazing car! But your supra is one of a kind!! Sell the z06 and if u ever are sad and miss it just go for a ride in the lambo lol
Taking the TTG out becomes a huge ordeal with people following/taking videos & photos, and causes people to do goofy crap--tail gate, drive like idiots trying to keep up or egg you on.

Just yesterday at the gas station I had a crowd gather around the TTG while filling it up and a lady came up and asked if she could take a photo of the car. When I said sure, she then asked if I'd take the photo with her standing in front of it!

The Z06 doesn't attract that kind of attention which I appreciate about it.
 
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Originally Posted by Dvh
Taking the TTG out becomes a huge ordeal with people following/taking videos & photos, and causes people to do goofy crap--tail gate, drive like idiots trying to keep up or egg you on.

Just yesterday at the gas station I had a crowd gather around the TTG while filling it up and a lady came up and asked if she could take a photo of the car. When I said sure, she then asked if I'd take the photo with her standing in front of it!

The Z06 doesn't attract that kind of attention which I appreciate about it.
LOL i guess you have to erperince it 1st hand to know what all the comotion is all about hahhaha!! props to you sir
 


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