FTO Drivers Club, Western Australia

[ss1]

Hey all

The time has come to buy a new car!! woohooo.
I've always liked the FTO - and at the moment it's high up on my list.

So can you guy suggest round about how much I'm looking at paying for one - and what exactly am I going to get for that much!

Thanx

[RichardH]

Not sure how much they are going for these days... It's a little complicated, as the second hand resale value should in theory be raised a bit due to recent import restriction changes. However, not every seller will know this, so this probably won't have much real world impact.

There are plenty of 'buyers guide' sections on web pages out there - check the links from www.ftowa.com for a start.

But to summarise, you've got the following models...


GS - Puny 1.8 litre engine. Avoid. Not seen one in Perth myself.

GR - 2.0 litre engine, no variable valve timing (but don't hold that against it - solid performer)

GPX - 2.0 litre engine with MIVEC variable valve timing & lift.

GP version R - Like a GPX, but a little "stripped" in the cabin options for weight savings. Firmer suspension too, I think.


Then there's the decision between 5sp manual and the auto/tiptronic gearbox (the same one now used in the local Magna "sports" version cars)... except older FTOs have a 4sp tip box, and newer ones - post 1997 I think - have 5sp box.

The pre/post-1997 also sees the following notable changes:

- Pre-97 FTOs have ABS as an option - pretty rare too. Post-97 has ABS as standard.

- Pre-97 FTOs have the oval "classic" look nose. Newer ones have a square grille bit, and the fog/indicators are separate, circular moulds instead of the larger, oval "double" lights in the old one.


If you're buying off a dealer, expect there to be pre-existing accident damage. If they say it's a perfectly straight, never-bent-in-Japan example, congratulate them on being such a great importer! Then get it checked by RAC anyway, because they are probably fibbing.

Historically, they made more mark-up by buying 0-grade pranged examples, then fixing them up for Oz sale. Mine's like that... but it drove perfectly straight and was mech A1. Had it 3 years, used it hard and had no trouble at all.


Hope this helps!

- Rich

[RichardH]

Forgot to say...

If you're unsure as to whether the GPX you're offered is REALLY a GPX, or is a GR with GPX and MIVEC stickers...

- GPX 2.0 litre engine has oil filler on the left. GR has it on the right.

- When you flat-tack accelerate in a GPX, the engine sound will change substantially as you pass 5400rpm. This is the fun MIVEC stuff kicking in. Keeps that torque curve nice and usable right up to 8000rpm redline.


If the car makes random knocking noises from the suspension, it'll be worn anti-roll-bar bushes, droplinks, whatever. They wear out - especially seeing as the oldest models are now 9 years old.

Just drive a few... Good fun, that car shopping!

- Rich

[aaron]

hey hey!

if you're looking for an FTO, i'm the MAN!
i'm selling my FTO gpx.
i'm graduating soon and will be forced to part with my FTO. i can offer you a good deal.

it's a black 95 FTO GPX. Tiptronic:
Excel cond, 2ltr V6 mivec engine, pyreness black, metallic tint, a/cond, pioneer tape deck with 6 CD stacker, after-marker rims, low kms, recent major service, 6 mthe rego, must sell.
ph: 0411042628

guys, pls help if u know anyone who is interested. give me a call.

[hotevad]

Hi all,

Many of you may have noted my lack of participation in events recently, the reason - pregnant wife and time to let go of the FTO .

If any of you guys know of any buyers please forward my details to them. I have a new mobile phone number of 0423 040 510.

email:[email protected]

ss1 - if you are in Perth, I will do you a good deal on the FTO as I need to downgrade to a family car.

Perhaps I can catch up with a few of you before the car goes.

Cheers,

Dave W

[ftoltd]

here is a link to a buyers guide for the fto
http://www.myfto.co.uk/buyers.htm
might be of some help to you

[ss1]

aaron: it sounds awesome, but I want manual

Dave: what year/model/colour etc?

[james]

can anyone tell me where the engine number is found on a 95 fto gpx. thanks

[BASSULA]

james whilst looking into the engine bay on the right hand side where the gearbox attaches to the engine.. its on the side closest to you just above where they meet.

hope that helps..

cheers

[ellusion]

Aaron, Hotevad,

Are your cars still for sale?

[ellusion]

Aaron, Hotevad,

Are your cars still for sale?

[RichardH]

Received this earlier this week... Hope it helps!...

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Hi everyone,

If you's know of friends who might be interested in a FTO, can you please
forward them this Email?

My car is For Sale.

FOR SALE - 1997 Mitsubishi FTO GPX

- Top of the range
- Rare Facelift model
- 2 Litre V6 DOHC with Mivec
- Tinted Windows
- Dual Airbags with Momo steering wheel
- Full Electrics
- Digital Climate Control
- 2� mandrel bent exhaust with Hi-Flo Resonator
- Alarm & Central Locking
- 5 Speed Tiptronic Transmission
- Icecelle Blue (Only 1 in Perth)
- Full Service History
- Near new tyres

For quick Sale - $22,000 ono

Please call - 0403 00000 5


Thank you.

Justin

[email protected]

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[stewart]

Aaron's car has been sold...to me...Hence I have joined the group
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