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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 01:59 PM
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Seeing Mans GPW potentially up for sale has got me thinking again. I looked for a GPW in May and also in March 03. They are rare as but look fantastic.

Problem is that colour is only available on a Japanese import. I've found a couple of ways to get a late low mileage one. I done my home work, read the FAQ and this

I also realise that importing an +04 is a nightmare so I'm considering a late 03 in either Pearl White or Grand Prix White with the Red/Black interior.

A few questions then

Any one got any pics of a Pearl White?
Any one imported A JDM themselves and can add to the above?
Any one shed any light on mechanical differences (other than head gasket & ECU)?

As it wouldn't have a HUK warranty I'm open to modding it a bit more than my other S. I can run my 06 until I find the right car, pay for it, import it and then sell my 06 so I always have one to

Last question should I seek therapy
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 02:16 PM
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I'll jump to the last.

Yes.



Mike you know all the answers to the questions, you're just looking for encouragement.
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 02:18 PM
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Mike your mad but the white does look awesome
I'll give you a call tomorrow to catch up on a few bits.
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Fieldl,Jul 4 2006, 10:18 PM
Mike your mad but the white does look awesome
I'll give you a call tomorrow to catch up on a few bits.
.................... and TALK him OUT OF IT!

The therapy bit, if you do that you'll not have enough money left to run a 1967 Morris Minor (slammed of course).

Have you seen therapist fees?


Near broke me last time!
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 03:47 PM
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YHPM Mikey,
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 10:47 PM
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Cheaper to have your one sprayed white
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 10:50 PM
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 11:05 PM
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White looks an unsatifying car to polish up. But seeing as you actually prefer to drive your car, I say go for it! Is this solely an attempt to find a pre-04 car to which you can fit your Nitrons?
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 11:23 PM
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You have PM.

JDM engines have a higher engine pressure and thiner HG.

Having both a UK and a JDM, the JDM's ARE faster!!!!!
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Old Jul 4, 2006 | 11:40 PM
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Mikey if its of any help mine's a JDM. I got it with a verified 2k miles on it and have run it to 30k and its been a belter.

There is no impact for me on insurance, or UK dealer maintenance ability or charges.

I'd rule out any JDM worries and see what you can find via a specialist importer. There are loads of them about - 1 in Liverpool I believe
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