Bit Of A Sad Day Today..

[JimmyXR6T04]

Well, the time had finally come to move on from my beloved T it was a bit sad, but I think the decision was the right one. Both for myself, family and future!

Some members here will be familiar with my situation, and the time had come where I thought it was no longer a viable/economical situation to keep owning the T. The dealership got a pretty good deal out of it, but at the end of the day I just wanted out of the T, and into something a little more family like (RE: grandpa)

I ended up trading my T for an '05 BA MKII Fairmont. Out of this deal, I'll save nearly $1000 per month, which will help by going towards my next investment property. The dealership got a pretty good deal out of me, but I really wasn't too interested in mucking around... as many will know, my T was in an accident last year which caused about 20k damage, and it's never really been the same! Add to that, the gear box (T5) has started crunching into 5th

So the option was; replace gearbox with T56 and go on driving my T (which I wasn't 100% happy with due to the shoddy repair and knowing its history) or downgrade to an XT or something of the like!

So, now I'm the owner of a shockwave fairmont.. One thing is for sure, I now FULLY appreciate the power, torque and absolute domination that a 300rwkw T has!! On first drive, the fairmont felt like a 4 cylinder car

At the end of the day, the fairmont was advertised for 22k, and I walked away with my T being paid out by the dealership and paying 17k for the fairmont. It had a few extra kms then I was hoping, but it's pretty immaculate, and comes with a 5yr warranty (same can't be said for the T).

I left the T with ALL mods on it, bar the 19 inch rims... so some one out there is gonna get a pretty quick car, I just hope they drive it with respect and care... otherwise who knows what it'll end up costing them! And I certainily stressed that point to the dealer!

I tried to explain to the dealership about the flash tuner, and how it's only meant to run on 98 ron fuel, but I'm not sure if they fully grasped the situation I was explaining at least I left the instructions! I was going to keep the tuner for myself, but then I'd have to flash the XR back to stock, remove the injectors etc.

My main goal in trading the T was to pay off my existing loan, and get my repayments down by half.. which I easily achieved! So now, I'll have a bit more spare cash lying around.

On top of that, I was informed that my insurance provider would no longer provide insurance for me because I was under 30, so my $1400 premium skipped out to $2300.. I now pay $334 per year

All is not lost though, as I can see myself back in a T or F6 a few years down the track! But for now, in light of my cars condition I thought it best to cut my losses and let it be some one else's concern

All in all, I'll miss the power of the T, especially overtaking on long trips! But I'll welcome the extra money, and less headaches of always worrying when or if the gearbox goes!

I noticed the rear end of the new car seems to have been re-sprayed (either in a rear ender, or re-spray after fitment of reverse sensors).. but it's not where near as shoddy as my re-spray! I probably could have squeezed more out of the deal, or sold privately, but that all takes time, effort and negoatiation! The new car drives well (feels even more stable on the road then my T so I can't complain too much!

Anyways, I'll be around and about... at least the mod bug can't bite me now.. I don't even want to change the wheels I'll sell them at some stage!

I think I'll wait till orion is launced before worrying about a new performance car, and give it 2 or so years of development and see where we're at after that...

All in all, it's been a great, fun, happy, albeit expensive experience, but cars aren't meant to be cheap! I can honestly say, I certainly got my $46k of happiness out of the T during the past 3 or so years!! I guess it's time to settle down a little bit now, especially with an 8 month old son.. I'm only young, and there will be plenty of time for nice, fast cars in the coming years! Although, I did make sure I took a photo of my son in the front seat, just so in years to come he'll know the car that gave us so much joy

If there's any disappointment in my decision, it's that the T only had 49500kms on it!!

Anyway, I'll be around and about, and especially keeping in the loop about the orions! Unfortunately it was just my time to move on! At least I didn't go buy a commodore!

Edited 14/11/07 12:06 PM by JimmyXR6T04

[GreenXR6T]

Sounds like you done a lot of thinking about this deal and it's easier on you financially, and that was the goal.

You'll have something to look forward too once the orion is released.

[tab]

That sucks Jimmy...at least it's still got the right badge on the front though

[mbjunior99]

[Guest]

When are you looking at offloading the wheels???

[JimmyXR6T04]

I haven't been able to sleep well tonight, not sure if I'm in mourning or what

03XR6T - I'll be offloading them soon.. just don't know what price to put on them. They need new rubber. One tyre is fine, near on 100% tread, but it'll mean the buyer needs to put nankangs on. You interested? PM me if you have a price in mind and I'll let ya know!

[bcl]

Sorry to hear about this, but you are doing the right thing by considering your family and financial situation first.

You’re still young, re-establish yourself, be positive, and no doubt you’ll be back in a turbo in the future.

Brian

[JimmyXR6T04]

  bcl said:

Sorry to hear about this, but you are doing the right thing by considering your family and financial situation first.

You’re still young, re-establish yourself, be positive, and no doubt you’ll be back in a turbo in the future.

Brian

yep

I think it was more a case of wanting to put my money into something that can start working for me, rather then into a car that's only going to be worth less and less. I had my fun, so now it's time to really start setting myself up for the future. It wasn't as if we couldn't afford to keep the car, but we sort of realised that the extra $1000 per month can be put into another house.

There is absolutely no doubt I'll be back in a T or F6, and as much as I'd rather wait till I'm 30, I can't make any promises

[Flukey]

I know how you feel mate.

My last day as a T owner is today, although my reason for change was under very different circumstances. Still sad to be parting with my pride and joy of 4 years. :pulease:

Hope the Fairmont works out well for you.

Luke

[PSYCHO XRT]

Its sad to see the beast go but I'm glad you got your priorities right and that's the main thing.

Car's can be replaced and dont forget you can get an even better one later down the track.

All the best mate.:pulease:

San.