I just got a T2TL50

FordFan86 · 31-08-2006, 10:45 PM

... Well actually I had it delivered to me on Saturday night (thanks Dad). I only just got it ID'd and rego'd etc today. It was easier/cheaper for me to pay dad a plane ticket and fuel for the car to get it for me, rather than for me to lose a day at work, or worse, uni.
What prompted the uprgrade? I just wanted a new car, I looked at a few 'Lanes and LTD's, made an offer on a few cars (inluding Daniel's FBT through here) found this at a dealer 3hours east of melbourne (I'm in Adelaide). I also am aware this is one of 12 made, and is a "big" step up from just an ordinary 'Lane or LTD, I figure it will hold its value, if not increase over the next few years, pity its not on gas lol.

Anyways, I gave the guy a call, he knew the full histroy as he was the 2nd owner, the first being a "big wig at ford" and the 3rd being a mate of his who was a real estate agent, who then traded it on a G220. So I'm the 4th owner. He was all to happy to help me out and tell me all about the car, the phone call ended with me giving him a figure, he said he'd do some sums and call me back.

The end result was it cost me ~$22,500, well below what he had it on for and just above what I offered (~$20,000 for those playing at home). Came with new front tyres, 90,000km service completed (showing 87,xxxkm right now) and the powersteering rack replaced as it had a slight leak, all rotors and pads had been replaced before it was traded, spare wheel looks like its been only been on the road once or twice.
I took it for a drive this afternoon, faaaarrrr outttt it is a completely different car to my NC (I found this out the first roundabout I took), the steering is so direct, does not feel like I'm pushing 18's around. As for power, this is a completely different animal compared to my HO motor in the NC, it doesn't feel like i'm pushing around a 300+kg heavier car, and the delivery is straight through. It's an '01 build #016, with Aluminium heads. I love it.
I really don't know what else to say, I'm still just shocked. The alarm, the leather interior, everything.

Of course... pics...

Plans are (but not well thought out yet):
-Adapt a CAI from a T3, or a BAGT/Typhoon? Anyone who knows whats best/works can share if they want. The things only breathing in as much air as my NC is right now.
-A X pipe for the already existing twin exhaust, again based on people's opinions, sound changes, power gains/loss, what an exhaust shop thinks.
-Side clear repeaters (will be getting these from an AFF member in a few weeks when I'm on holidays)
-Lastly, again based on peoples opinions and $$$ at the time, either an edit, or a unichip? Range shows around 450 from a TANK on premium, an extra ~50km per tank would not go astray, and the extra performance.

I think that's it, keep it good, keep it clean, respect it, love it.
There was already "one dodgy guy" checking it out when it was out the front earlier, so I'm going to have to make sure it's always kept in my sight where possible. I'm also going to have to put up with the "daddys' car" comments, Ii'm sure that's what the guys in the sick VN were thinking as I drove past them. It is MY car, it's just cheaper to put the insurance in dads name ($118 a month compared to something ridiculous).

Orbit · 31-08-2006, 10:48 PM

bargin

mcflux · 31-08-2006, 10:48 PM

I luff it! We'll definitely have to catch up for a cruise. And yes, I realise you're interstate. TLs rock.

**Professor Farnsworth** · 31-08-2006, 10:55 PM

nice pickup. There's still something about the headlights on au fairlanes that FREAKS ME OUT.. but it's a lovely car you've got there mate. Interior looks pretty swish too.

ps change your signature ;p

DOC · 31-08-2006, 11:02 PM

Very Nice, look forward to touching base one day.

LUXO_8 · 31-08-2006, 11:05 PM

looks wicked james....good stuff

MRJUCY · 31-08-2006, 11:05 PM

Congrats nice ride.

Perana · 31-08-2006, 11:10 PM

Nice upgrade from the NC James...

HLC · 31-08-2006, 11:13 PM

NIIIIICE!!!! i want one!

xr8ute · 31-08-2006, 11:49 PM

Dude...thats a sweet car...well done

blackers10 · 31-08-2006, 11:57 PM

well done mate!!!
id say the guy was probably just checkin out one of 16 made cars ;)
think how ud be with a ferrari:P.. every bugger would be lookin at ya!!

get that exhaust sounding HOT HOT HOT!!
and keep that interior looking shmick!!

from the look of hte pic the front is rather scratched/chipped??

and i noticed the mesh in your grille goes UP on the left just like dauphins new grille!!

GlennBA · 01-09-2006, 12:42 AM

Nice car mate. I've had the privelage of driving a T1 TL50 and they are beautiful cars. Look after it and treat it carefully. (i'm sure you will)

;)

12 · 01-09-2006, 01:08 AM

Ahh.. I think I've seen that car somewhere before.. LOL. Good buy James and hope you enjoy it.

About the mods, I'd say no to the T3/BA GT intake. Too much outlay for hardly any gain, if any. No to the X pipe too, same reason. Clear repeaters is a yes, and if you plan to keep the car for a few years then yes to edit aswell. Edit is the better choice, specially as the TL50 being an auto, shift pressures and pattern can be altered.

XRated · 01-09-2006, 01:37 AM

Wow you must be over the moon. That's an awesome ride you have there... The chicks will dig it :P

JC · 01-09-2006, 01:45 AM

Nice TL.

You could always try a BA XR8 setup - you should be able to get a second hand one with reusable (BMC/K&N) filter for under $200. Using a pod adaptor for the MAF, and a short 3" section of pipe, they are pretty easy to fit. Here's a pic of mine in case you're interested. It actually looks factory, and way better than the square box, and performs a bit better, IMO.

kryzak260 · 01-09-2006, 02:17 AM

Nice pickup FF86.

I actually live in Bairnsdale and know this car. You have got yourself a nice car there, and i know the real estate agent and he always babyed the car. I was actually disappointed knowing the car had been traded on a G220 :(

I had been meaning to talk to him and get him to give me first dibbs on it when he sold it, but meh...

Have fun with her

Cheers,
Michael

EFDream · 01-09-2006, 06:10 AM

Nice TL, I really love that interior....

Abacus · 01-09-2006, 07:16 AM

Beautiful. I'd love to have one of those.

Casper · 01-09-2006, 07:19 AM

Ahhh, its finally public. Well done mate, glad you got it. You are going to love it.

sednwol · 01-09-2006, 07:59 AM

Love the rims!

GreenMachine · 01-09-2006, 08:33 AM

Top work, mate. You should be really happy with it.

Drive it up here so I can have a go...

sbutler · 01-09-2006, 09:00 AM

Great buy, look after her & she'll look after you.
As for the mods, A X pipe will do nothing at all, & the air cleaner my help but hardly worth all the mucking around.
Do some homework before starting any mods, it will save you big money in the long run.. There are many old wifes tails out there..

amiers · 01-09-2006, 09:08 AM

good for you mate. nice car!

Dauphin · 01-09-2006, 01:17 PM

Congratulations on the TL mate, it's a beautiful car. I hope you look after it.

RavenLS1 · 01-09-2006, 01:43 PM

you luck BASTARD,well done.

Dauphin · 01-09-2006, 02:15 PM

Hey, in the top of the boot there's a carpeted bulge pointing downwards below the parcel shelf. What's that? Does it cover the subwoofer? Don't ya just love those off-colour steering wheel airbag covers? Mine is the same. I want to black-dye it to match the leather.

Stevo · 01-09-2006, 02:20 PM

jelousy is setting in big time

Kenaz · 01-09-2006, 02:29 PM

That looks awesome mate! Great pickup, I'm quite jealous ;)

Dark Horse · 01-09-2006, 03:04 PM

Well done James, now go back and finish uni lol.

**DJM83** · 01-09-2006, 04:38 PM

mmmmmmmmmmmm long live the T series nice buy mate looks very nice well done