[94JZA80]

as the title suggests, my MKIV Supra is getting a complete makeover. actually a majority of the project is complete, and while i've managed to find time to document the build-up and post about it on a few forums already, i'm just now getting around to posting about it here. i'm just gonna do it "cut and paste" style from another forum that i've already posted on, so keep in mind that much of what i'll be posting early on in this thread is stuff that has already happened. that being said, i'm not going to post up picture sets one after another, as that's hours in front of the computer that i just don't have. besides, i can't stand threads that have 1000 pictures per page, making it a pain in the arse to scroll...so i'll post bits and pieces of the build as if it were all going on in real-time to keep it somewhat spread out. so without further ado...

i originally had no plans whatsoever to do this, so here's how it all came to be...

a few months ago, i hit standing water on the highway and spun into the suspended cable guard rail. i slid under the cables. they destroyed most of the exterior body work and of course ripped my mirrors and spoiler off. for some reason insurance didn't total it, so they're paying for the body and paint work. all in all, there's probably about $15k-16k in parts, materials, and labor. initially i couldn't believe it, but then i checked my car's blue book value and realized it was worth much more than the repairs themselves would cost...so i guess i'm not all that surprised anymore that insurance is going to fix my car.

at any rate, i've decided to change the color from OE Renaissance Red to OE Anthracite. i pulled the motor myself, as well as everything in the rear hatch area so that those areas will get painted too. so while the entire car is not getting painted inside and out, it will appear as though it was. believe me, if i had the time i would...but i'm borrowing my dad's car (and carpooling with him) for the time being, and the project is already a few weeks behind schedule. the good thing is that you'd never be able to tell unless you pulled back the carpet or the roof liner in the cabin. so whether you're in the car or outside it, you will never be able to tell that she was originally red (short of running the VIN #). i should also note that i'll be adding some sort of pearlescent on top of the base coat. it'll probably be either a bronze pearl or a graphite pearl, but i haven't quite decided yet. i figured since i'm getting her repainted, i might as well make it a one-off custom paint job. and i figure the best way to do that and still maintain the OE Anthracite color is to use a pearlescent.

now i had originally planned on starting this thread just after the wreck to document the body and paint progress, as well as the arrival of new/replacement parts. but there's never enough time to do everything the way i want to do it. as such, the car is already at the body shop, and pretty much all my aftermarket and OE replacement parts have arrived. this being the case, i'd still like to post progress in bits and pieces to give the project an "on-going" feeling...besides, she won't be done for another month or so anyways. so without further ado...


...this is what she looked like before the accident:







...and here's what happens when you fly into a cable guard rail at ~60mph:

i'll update a bit at a time so that i can keep up with any comments and/or questions. i hope some of you enthusiasts enjoy some non-BMW content once in a while . stay tuned for more...

[Ofmalik]

I'm selling Stillen Performance turbo race pipes for a 93-98 supra SS. Product #504929, brand new and still in original packaging if you're ever interested

[94JZA80]

Originally Posted by ofmalik

I'm selling Stillen Performance turbo race pipes for a 93-98 supra SS. Product #504929, brand new and still in original packaging if you're ever interested

i'm already BPU...i.e. i already have a Megan Racing catless downpipe, but thanks for the offer...


...i suppose i should spill the mod list right now in case anyone was wondering. my BPU's (basic performance upgrades) are as follows:
1) Megan Racing 3" catless downpipe
2) JIC Magic 505S full titanium cat-back
3) HKS EZII boost controller

...in addition, i have:
4) HKS intake (which sucks, so i'm getting another soon)
5) GReddy 3-row front mount intercooler
6) WOTM clutch (Arizona 6-puck unsprung hub & RPS Max pressure plate) & RPS billet light weight flywheel
7) Megan Racing coilovers (16kg front/12kg rear)
8) B&M short shifter (soon to be a C's short shifter)
9) Goodrich SS brake lines
10) 3-spoke steering wheel from a JDM '98 Supra
11) GReddy turbo timer, which also serves as a digital boost guage

i'm sure i'm forgetting some things, so i'll edit the above list as i remember them...

[94JZA80]

i've also purchased the following parts to change up the "stock body" look a bit:

1) Seibon TS front lip for the stock front bumper (it is a knock-off of the MVP/RMM front lip, only it is made of carbon fiber instead of urethane).
2) Seibon TSII carbon fiber hood & Aerocatch hood latches
3) RMM rear wing w/ carbon fiber centerpiece
4) V-speed (Ridox replica) side skirts
5) APR GT3 carbon fiber mirrors
6) APR carbon fiber radiator cooling plate
7) Mint Speed titanium front strut bar
8) Euro glass headlamps
9) matte black Axis Super Penta wheels w/ silver rivets...i don't know the specific widths or offsets off the top of my head. they're not my first choice in wheels, but b/c they are literally being given to me, i'll sport them until i can afford the wheels i want...

[Scorpion]

Can't wait to see the final result of this, looking forward to it. Sorry to hear about the damage, luckily it wasn't worse.

[jopa489]

Originally Posted by Scorpion

Can't wait to see the final result of this, looking forward to it. Sorry to hear about the damage, luckily it wasn't worse.

+1, love these cars. Subscribed.

[The__J__Factor]

Wow thats a lot of damage, wouldnt be cheaper to buy another one?
Supras are dirt cheap these days for TTs.

[Sniz]

damn thats a ton of body damage

best of luck man, i'll keep checking on it, love these cars.

[b0bab0i]

Originally Posted by The__J__Factor

Wow thats a lot of damage, wouldnt be cheaper to buy another one?
Supras are dirt cheap these days for TTs.

You can easily import cars from Japan to Australia right?
In Australia they might be dirt cheap, but not in the US.


TT 6-speeds are still going for $30k in the US ( if i remember correctly)

[The__J__Factor]

^ Ah yeah forgot you guys dont really get many Supras or Skylines.

Good luck though - pretty big mission ahead.

[94JZA80]

yeah, they're definitely not cheap over here...ecpecially for one in mint condition.

here are some pics of the parts that will be going on the car...

Seibon TS front lip for the stock front bumper (it is a knock-off of the MVP/RMM front lip, only it is made of carbon fiber instead of urethane):

[ibeclueless]

that is alot of damage, can't wait to see the finish pictures

[DimSum]

okay... the supra needs to be completely fixed. I wouldn't waste my time on a chassis like that if it's rusted though..

[94JZA80]

Originally Posted by DimSum

okay... the supra needs to be completely fixed. I wouldn't waste my time on a chassis like that if it's rusted though..

sorry, i guess i should have specified from the beginning - despite what the car looked like after the accident, the damage was purely cosmetic. there is no engine, suspension, or chassis/frame damage. everything about the car was mint when i first got her, and i've babied her since she's been in my possession. she felt and drove perfectly before the accident...no need to worry about a chassis that's rusted through.

[ArmyBimmerDude]

Monkey Shit Brown? Oh well, different strokes....good luck with the repairs man.

[94JZA80]

Originally Posted by ArmyBimmerDude

Monkey Shit Brown? Oh well, different strokes....good luck with the repairs man.

yep...good old MSB.


love your avatar btw...Shonuff!

[ArmyBimmerDude]

Originally Posted by 94JZA80

yep...good old MSB.


love your avatar btw...Shonuff!

lol yeah, most people aren't old enough to remember that movie. By the way, looking at your pictures, it makes me regret getting rid of my Supra. I don't miss the harsh ride, but the power and presence it had. Anyways, looking forward to your car with the new look!

[94JZA80]

Seibon TSII carbon fiber hood...everything is going to get painted except for the louvers:

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[Hawkeye]

Wow, that is one sick looking hood! I like that you are painting it though. Unless your car was black I think all CF hoods look ricey. Good call!!!

[94JZA80]

Originally Posted by Hawkeye

Wow, that is one sick looking hood! I like that you are painting it though. Unless your car was black I think all CF hoods look ricey. Good call!!!

actually CF hoods look great on Anthracite Supras b/c its a dark color that doesn't contrast with the CF too much. but i prefer partially painted TS-style hoods to unpainted TS-style hoods. it'll look similar to this when its done:

[Blake]

hey i know you...

[94JZA80]

Originally Posted by Blake

hey i know you...

yes you do...and you're already up to date on the build from following it on another board . i thought this would be a good place to post about it considering i'm a big BMW/euro enthusiast and a fairly active forum member, and considering that there must be some Japanese auto enthusiasts here as well.