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  1. senna21

    senna21 F1 Rookie

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    #1 senna21, Sep 8, 2008
    OK, I know this is a long shot but I thought I'd give a shout out here. I'm looking for a SARD part for my MR2 Turbo, here in the U.S. they're a pain to get hold of. I'm wondering if any fellow Japanese Ferrari Chatters might be able to point me in the right direction to eliminate some of the middle men.

    In case you're wondering it's the SARD high-flow Catalytic Converter. It comes in a full downpipe or direct replacement for the stock CAT.

    I was in Japan back in 2004 for the GP but didn't get to do any parts shopping. If I were to go back I certainly would now.
     
  2. Italian Lover

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    #2 Italian Lover, Sep 8, 2008
    Hello Senna21: Although I am not well versed w/ such exotics like SARD, etc., I can ask my shop who's got ample knowledge and connections to lead you in the right direction, maybe ? Feel free to use me. It would help to have exact specs, model #s, and so forth. w/ smiles Jimmy
     
  3. senna21

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    #3 senna21, Sep 8, 2008
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    Thanks Jimmy!

    My car, 1991 MR2 Turbo (SW20 model- 2.0 liter 3sgte engine)

    These are the parts I'm looking for:

    SARD Part # & description
    89036 – SARD sports catalyzer with turbo outlet (Toyota - MR2 SW20 - 10/93-10/99 - IN 76mm - OUT 76mm)

    89037 – SARD sports catalyzer (Toyota - MR2 SW20 - 10/89-10/99 - IN 114mm - OUT 76mm)

    Pics are below: First is the 89037 followed by 89036
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  4. Italian Lover

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    #4 Italian Lover, Sep 9, 2008
    I got your infos. Give me a little time and I'll see if we can locate the items along w/ costs. I am quite positive my shop's friends can locate them. The mechanic quite often go to rallies to support his friends/ customers. I'll get back to you, Charles. Jimmy
     
  5. senna21

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    #5 senna21, Sep 9, 2008
    Not a problem and there's no rush at all. I appreciate all your help Jimmy.
     
  6. 3604u

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    #6 3604u, Sep 9, 2008
    Jimmy,
    can you do me a favour, and check with your friends if there is any used R8 for sale,
    thanks
     
  7. Italian Lover

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    #7 Italian Lover, Sep 9, 2008
    Hello D: By R8, I presume you're referring to Audi R8 ? There's enough high end cars floating around for sale and it should not be a problem to locate one. My car shop friend can locate virtually any car desired thru dealers' auction house or thru connections. He is totally reliable, knowledgeable, and fair. How serious are you ? I do not mind checking out for you since it is my time spent, but I do not like to waste others' if your request is simply curiosity. w/ smiles Jimmy PS. Although I have not seen yet, my brother-in-law bought R8 (new) early this year.
     
  8. 3604u

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    #8 3604u, Sep 9, 2008
    what is the market price for an R8?
    would send you a PM for what I want.

    Thanks dude
     
  9. TokyoF430

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    #9 TokyoF430, Nov 9, 2008
    Just for your info, you can only buy left hand drive R8's in Japan! How stupid is that!

    I have extensively driven both left and right hand drive cars, the RIGHT hand drive is the better, more leg room - which is surprising because usually the lefty has more space.

    I wrote to a very senior contact at Audi and complained about not being able to buy RHD - its the only car my wife has actually asked me to buy her but she doesn't want LHD - although to date she has never owned RHD!
     

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