Zoofy Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Hello,I am new to this site.... as i am currently looking to purchase a Glanza turbo as I am 17 and not yet passed my test... (Fingers crossed though... I will be booking it soon.) I don't know much about them... But I figured this place is the best to find out...So go easy on me...I have been in a Starlet... There is a photo in my profile...That's when i realized I wanted one...Best WishesZoofy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MattyCD Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 best you'll get is a Glanza S, and even then, it ain't worth getting because you may aswell buy a UK Spec N/A Starletinsurance will be ridiculously high on a Glanza V or GT Turboi suggest you get a UK Starlet, pass your test and do pass plus and get 1 years No Claims, THEN try get a Glanza Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ste91 Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Get yourself a UK spec N/A Starlet.You wont get insured on a Glanza V and insurance will be sky high on an S because it's an import.You can always do a glanza body conversion on the N/A, and there's a fair few things you can do to the N/A engine too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoofy Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 best you'll get is a Glanza S, and even then, it ain't worth getting because you may aswell buy a UK Spec N/A Starletinsurance will be ridiculously high on a Glanza V or GT TurboI have a relative that works in the insurance industry... and i can get insured on one.. [legitamately] for fairly cheap.... under the circumstances of my father being the main drivier... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Hi matey, welcome to ukscHave a good look around plenty advice on here!And any questions just ask!!And good luck finding a glanzaby the way insurance can be a bastard, good lucki would advise a uk spec starlet aswel but its up to you! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoofy Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 Get yourself a UK spec N/A Starlet.You wont get insured on a Glanza V and insurance will be sky high on an S because it's an import.You can always do a glanza body conversion on the N/A, and there's a fair few things you can do to the N/A engine too.I might look into that if all else falls through...But thank-you very much for your helpmuch appreciatedZoofy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoofy Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 Hi matey, welcome to ukscHave a good look around plenty advice on here!And any questions just ask!!And good luck finding a glanzaCheers FellaTop ManNo doubt we will be talking soon...HaRegardsZoofy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MattyCD Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 with your dad as the main driver your still looking at about £2000 upwards, and even then you won't earn any NCB so its not worth it if you twang it after passing your test Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Welcome to UKSC ;)As long as your insured properly then thats the main, but I wouldnt recommend one of these as a first car, wouldnt want to trash it now would you PS you are really lucky to be able to have one of these as your 1st car!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MattyCD Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 You could also get a cheap N/A and buy a Glanza and declare it off the road (if you got the money for one that is)then you can just wait til insurance gets better for it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoofy Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 with your dad as the main driver your still looking at about £2000 upwards, and even then you won't earn any NCB so its not worth it if you twang it after passing your testThanks for your concern mateyand you might be right....but I will see for when the time comes....RegardsZoofy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoofy Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 Welcome to UKSC ;) As long as your insured properly then thats the main, but I wouldnt recommend one of these as a first car, wouldnt want to trash it now would you PS you are really lucky to be able to have one of these as your 1st car!!Cheers Boyo...I have been working a year and i have saved prior ...So I can afford around £3000 and maybe a bit more.....So we'll seeand i think i must be lucky...haTake CareZoofy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoofy Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 You could also get a cheap N/A and buy a Glanza and declare it off the road (if you got the money for one that is)then you can just wait til insurance gets better for itHello Mate.I don't think I could afford both...But that's a good ideaRegardsZoofy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoofy Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 Thanks To Everybody Who Took The Time To Post.....All The BestZoofy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ste91 Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 The a non turbo Starlet is easily fast enough to put you in a wooden box.It's quicker than alot of people's first cars.Also, it's not just buying the car that costs money, there's insurance, tax, and the cost of maintaining the car and replacing parts.With the amount of money you've got, you're pretty much sorted for an N/A and being able to get a glanza kit on there ;) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoofy Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 The a non turbo Starlet is easily fast enough to put you in a wooden box.It's quicker than alot of people's first cars.Also, it's not just buying the car that costs money, there's insurance, tax, and the cost of maintaining the car and replacing parts.With the amount of money you've got, you're pretty much sorted for an N/A and being able to get a glanza kit on there ;)Hiya..Well I haven't looked at the naturally aspirated starlets... But I might just do that...As you say there fast enough to put you in a wooden box...cheers for your words of wisdom Zoofy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
paulgtt Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 I had mine (ep82 gt turbo)when I was 19 and it was £920 tpft with 1 years ncb. I got a quote when I was 18 and it was over twice that!! Not trying to put you off but buying a turbo as a first car is only going to end in tears. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zoofy Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 I had mine (ep82 gt turbo)when I was 19 and it was £920 tpft with 1 years ncb. I got a quote when I was 18 and it was over twice that!! Not trying to put you off but buying a turbo as a first car is only going to end in tears.I see I see...Well I will let you know how i get on fella... but i respect your input ;)best wishesZoofy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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