Why Are you Selling your RHD Car?

[240sex_s14]

Originally Posted by dizzariot

It's not a precaution. I'm an American living in Japan and I had to get used to a RHD car. This country is made for RHD and I understand that, but it doesn't change the fact that I had to get used to the new blind spots. I didn't bitch out and install a camera. There are plenty of USDM cars out in town as well and the Japanese adjust. If you're too fucking inept just quit while you're ahead.

Get peoples' post? Do you know how the forum works?

I don't go to car meets. I'm not in high school or looking for validation.

another useless post... sounds like you're mad at life. Cheer up and haha the highschool comment...funny because you're acting like it. Take your own advice... "quit while you're ahead."


2x post of useless shit thus far...please just stfu if you don't have anything worth reading.

[Highway Riding]

Originally Posted by KiLLeR2001

I bought an RHD car just so I could convert it to LHD.

+1 I would hack up a R32\33\34 or S15 anyday lol..

[sean710]

Only downfall of RHD in rural areas is being asked if you deliver mail everyday.

[240sex_s14]

Originally Posted by Highway Riding

+1 I would hack up a R32\33\34 or S15 anyday lol..

I witness this on a daily with my friend my imports cars.. I shed a tear every time

Originally Posted by sean710

Only downfall of RHD in rural areas is being asked if you deliver mail everyday.

HAHA, did my package come in Mr. Mail man

[da_crew10]

A lot of mailmen/women in Arkansas for the most part buy rhd jeeps and some other makes. They adapt just fine, I am sure you can as well.

Oh yeah,make sure you have a daily. Makes enjoying an old car stress free. Unless spending money stresses you.

[!Zar!]

Some realize that owning a car which was never released here can be a headache when it comes to sourcing certain parts.

[Reece]

It took me maybe 3 days to adapt to RHD driving. Not very hard. Only thing that sucks is a left turn yield. The rest is basically the same.

[JrDarknes]

Originally Posted by RalliartRsX

Why would you buy a RHD version with all the stupid little nuances when there is a LHD version that works just as well?


Never understood the idea of buying a RHD for the sake of buying a RHD vehicle. If you're going to do, buy one that is not available in the US.

I agree.

I can some what understand a s13 silvia or 180sx if you're too lazy to convert the front end or don't have the time/knowledge to swap engines.

Besides that, I honestly cannot see the point of having a RHD car when there are plenty of LHD cars readily available in the states.

[Extreme Dimensions]

I saw this thread and remembered Doug DeMuro's review of what it's like Daily Driving a RHD R32. If I can't go through the drive thru and people keep stopping to talk about their favorite FF movie scenes, I'd sell too.
https://youtu.be/5eFA3cwfR3E

[RalliartRsX]

RHD keeps me gouging on Big Macs, so it acts as a dietary control I guess.......

[lunchmeat]

I've been debating with myself on grabbing an r33...eventually. I'm not worried about drive thru drama, I don't eat fast food. But, how much of a pain in the ass would a rhd car be for someone blind in their right eye? Been driving for 23 years and it hasn't been much of an issue, except for the whole no depth perception thing.

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[KAT-PWR]

Originally Posted by lunchmeat

I've been debating with myself on grabbing an r33...eventually. I'm not worried about drive thru drama, I don't eat fast food. But, how much of a pain in the ass would a rhd car be for someone blind in their right eye? Been driving for 23 years and it hasn't been much of an issue, except for the whole no depth perception thing.

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Heavily depends on where you live.

Making left hand turns across traffic in any area that is slightly urbanized with shrubs in the median is terrifying.

[lunchmeat]

I already have issues with multi lane left turns. Shit freaks me out. Doesn't help when you blind spot is the entire right side of the car. I mostly drive interstate and where I live isn't too bad. Probably won't stop me from owning the car though.

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[240sex_s14]

Originally Posted by JrDarknes

I agree.

I can some what understand a s13 silvia or 180sx if you're too lazy to convert the front end or don't have the time/knowledge to swap engines.

Besides that, I honestly cannot see the point of having a RHD car when there are plenty of LHD cars readily available in the states.

I see a LHD 93 rx7 for 12k / needs body work / new interior / has 187k on chassis and 43k on rebuild engine. / oh needs new paint as majority of the body paint is mix matched colors.


my buddy is going to sell me a rx7 for 12k from japan. healthy engine, factory color, paint is in mint condition and interior is stock also engine is stock. Roughly 40k miles.


I mean 12k with paperwork and all what I mentioned above is a steal if you ask me. only thing its RHD instead of LHD.


He also has a few Silvia K's/Q's/J's for sale for around $3,500-4,500 with paperwork. If you ask me its a win/win.

[jumpman2334]

there are plenty of FDs around that you can find in the 10k range. don't use one bad example to deter you.


also keep in mind the cost of shipping and the headache of getting registered in CA (which is still a grey area, no?). the RHD FD is not 12k out the door.


also remember this is zilvia, some people change cars like they change socks.

[silviamang]

Originally Posted by 240sex_s14

I see a LHD 93 rx7 for 12k / needs body work / new interior / has 187k on chassis and 43k on rebuild engine. / oh needs new paint as majority of the body paint is mix matched colors.


my buddy is going to sell me a rx7 for 12k from japan. healthy engine, factory color, paint is in mint condition and interior is stock also engine is stock. Roughly 40k miles.


I mean 12k with paperwork and all what I mentioned above is a steal if you ask me. only thing its RHD instead of LHD.


He also has a few Silvia K's/Q's/J's for sale for around $3,500-4,500 with paperwork. If you ask me its a win/win.

Really? A K's landed for 4500? I want to see this.

[tricky_ab]

Originally Posted by silviamang

Really? A K's landed for 4500? I want to see this.

Same here... I'll take two please, and thank you.

[Sileighty_85]

I love driving my GTR, I daily it to work until my 4 Door gets here. I only have 1 issue for driving in the US and thats merging into traffic on ramps. not a huge deal just have to check real hard before merging.

Other than that, it feels pretty natural to me, but probably cuz Ive been driving RHD cars for almost 10 years.

Not many ppl bother me, usually just someone complimenting me or asking what kinda car it is.

[Reece]

Originally Posted by JrDarknes

I agree.

I can some what understand a s13 silvia or 180sx if you're too lazy to convert the front end or don't have the time/knowledge to swap engines.

Besides that, I honestly cannot see the point of having a RHD car when there are plenty of LHD cars readily available in the states.

S chassis cars make sense because you get the right hand of course and the SR or CA factory, and all the options and weird OEM+ pieces they got that we didn't, however things like a Toyota Celsior or some Civics, i just don't understand.

I saw a single cam carbed RHD EF Hatch the other day for 6k. You could buy a pretty clean B Series swapped LHD EF for that money. Makes no sense to me when it comes to things like that.

[240sex_s14]

Originally Posted by Sileighty_85

I love driving my GTR, I daily it to work until my 4 Door gets here. I only have 1 issue for driving in the US and thats merging into traffic on ramps. not a huge deal just have to check real hard before merging.

Other than that, it feels pretty natural to me, but probably cuz Ive been driving RHD cars for almost 10 years.

Not many ppl bother me, usually just someone complimenting me or asking what kinda car it is.

nice! wish I have been driving a rhd car for last 10 years
Merging and left turns it what it seems to be the problem other than sourcing parts haha

[Sileighty_85]

Originally Posted by 240sex_s14

nice! wish I have been driving a rhd car for last 10 years
Merging and left turns it what it seems to be the problem other than sourcing parts haha

Depending on the chassis it shouldn't be too difficult. R32s aren't too bad, quite a few other chassis share some major components. Just ATESSA parts are problematic. But I was fortunate enough to stock pile r32 parts before leaking Japan

[Juantwo3]

Originally Posted by mogli9000

Most people who drive RHD cars buy them for the excitement and usually flip them just so they can say they owned one.

For some instances, some retards think their skyline or rhd car is being searched out by the feds so they dump the chassis for crackhead prices or hide it somewhere until you arrive to purchase. LOL
(Instant regret on their end due to their stupidity and lack of experience)

The government does not care about your car. They only care if you run an illegal business and profit from doing illegal things without paying the governments cut of the process. Some businesses sell a million plus in inventory and do not document any of it. That's what they want.
(Example : Not paying taxes, following paperwork/procedures, smuggling in cars, etc)

Smog, insurance, and paperwork will be more complicated. You have to have "hook ups"

Its harder to find files regarding wiring, layouts, schematics, and so forth to trouble shoot any issues. You cannot just plug in your scanner and go.

Replacement parts are harder to find and have no resale value.

They are neck turners, but not practical. The attention could also be unwanted. IF you piss off the wrong cop, they could also send you to bar and put you through annoying obstacles.

America was not built for RHD cars. Its not a completely practical daily compared to a lhd prius and so forth. Imagine not being able to go through drive throughs without huge inconveniences.

I currently daily drive a completely stock 30k mile altezza with a few other rhd cars in my stable. If you know what you are doing and have hook ups for parts then do it. I got all of my cars for KILLER deals so it was worth it. If I were to pay retail, I would have not gone this route.

Also RHD cars have a lower resale value compared to a LHD.
(Example : RHD supra is worth 13k, LHD supra is 20k+)

If you struggle with common sense, then you will have complications. Owning an imported car is only suited for experienced car builders or people with deep pockets to pay others for the "convenience".


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could not have been said any better