[ posted: 07 May 2004 ]

My 1989 Toyota Supra Turbo



"The Red Beast"

Pictured above is my 1989 Toyota Supra Turbo, affectionaly referred to as, "The Red Beast" or simply "TRB." Mostly likely because she's ugly, but as you can see by the list of mods below...fast. I acquired the car on September 23, 1999. At the time I wanted a turbo Supra more than anything, so I sought out to find one. I wanted any color except red, but it turns out that's what I got my hands on. My previous car had an equipment failure, and I totaled it into the back of a city bus at 3mph. TRB came available from a local car lot shortly after the demise of my previous car. It's been a long bumpy road in the world of Supra ownership, but I wouldn't trade it for the world. The car is fast, fun, featureful, and most importantly...it looks awesome with the roof out. I didn't even know the car was a targa roof until I drove it home, but now I am glad that it is. It's almost painful to drive around in a targa-less car on a beautiful day. The MKIII Supra has more standard features than most of today's cars have options. My particular model stickered for $27,540 in 1989! It's equipped with a 5-speed transmission, limited slip differential, an electronic suspension system, facotry alarm system, heated side mirrors, power locks, power seat, power windows, anti-lock brakes, and plenty more. Out of that list, the only thing that was an option was the electronic suspension, which is found on most turbo models anyway. As you can see by the list of stuff below, I've put a lot into the car. It might be a 15 year old piece of junk (LOL), but it's mine and it's paid for. It's been a love/hate relationship since day one...I hate loving it! Haha..not really, for the most part, it's been an excellent car to own with fewer problems then any other car I've owned. Enjoy my page, be on the look out for pictures of the mods listed below as I get time to collect all the images again. Thanks for taking a look. You can find more information about my car on My CarDomain.com Member Page, be sure to check that out.

Horsepower Modifications
Suspension & Braking Modifications

  • K&K FIPK
  • Blitz NüR Spec 80mm Exhaust
  • Brullen Cat Eliminator 80mm Pipe
  • AMS Intercooler
  • AMS 2.5" I/C Pipe Kit
  • HKS 3000 pipe replacement
  • AMS 3" O2 Housting
  • AMS/RT 3" Downpipe
  • Lexus AFM
  • ND 550cc Injectors
  • Walbro 255LP Fuel Pump
  • NGK Coppers & Magnecore KV85 Wires
  • GReddy 1.5mm MHG
  • .57 trim CT-26 Upgraded Turbocharger
  • Fidanza Lightweight Aluminum Flywheel
  • RPS Stage 3 6-puck Carbon/Copper Clutch
  • RPS Stage 3 Pressure Plate
  • HKS SSQV
  • Rebuilt Block & Head, .020 Over
  • Engine Fully Balanced
  • ARP Head & Rod Bolts
  • Perma-Cool Electric Fan


  • MKIV TT 17" Rims
  • Tokico Sport Springs
  • Tokico Illumina II 3-Way TEMS Struts
  • Cusco Front CF Wrapped STB
  • Cusco 40mm Rear STB
  • Do-Luck Rear Cross Brace (RXB)
  • JIC Lower Front Arm Bar
  • Suspension Techniques Sway Bars
  • Goodridge Stainless Brake Lines
  • Brembo Cross Drilled Rotors
  • Porterfield R4-S Brake Pads

Audio/Entertainment System
Interior/Exterior (Cosmetic) Modifications

  • Kenwood KDC-Z828 CD/MP3 Head Unit
  • Kenwood KTC-SR901 Sirius Satellite Tuner
  • Kenwood CX-SR10 Sirius Satellite Antenna
  • Kicker KSR1000 10" Bandpass Subwoofer
  • Kicker Impulse 652xi Amplifier
  • Infinity Kappa 4" w/Seperates (Front)
  • Boston Acoustics GTO 650s (Middle)


  • Toyota 100,000 Mile Club Sticker
  • Custom Painted Red/Black 3000 Pipe
  • Canadian Oil Pressure Gauge (kg/cm2)
  • Toyota Super Monitor Installed
  • JDM Toyota 2.5 TT R Floor Mats
  • H4 Conversion Housings w/Reflectors
  • Catz Galaxy White H4 Bulbs
  • '87 Grey Shift & E-Brake Boots
  • GReddy GREX Billet Shift Knob, Red/Chrome
  • Re-wired Side Markers to Flash with Turn Signals
  • Blue LEDs mounted in door panels for alarm system

Instrumentation & Electronics
Noteworthy Repairs & Upgrades

  • SpeedHut Custom GReddy look-alike Indiglo Gauges
  • Custom Painted GReddy look-alike White/Black '87-'88 Gauge Needles
  • GReddy Turbo Timer
  • GReddy 60mm Peak/Hold EGT Warning Meter
  • GReddy 60mm Peak/Hold AFR Warning Meter
  • GReddy 60mm Peak/Hold Water Temp Warning Meter
  • GReddy Profec e-01
  • GReddy e-Manage
  • GReddy 80mm Mechanical Boost Meter
  • Lo-Tek Triple Gauge Pillar, 60mm Fitting
  • Auto-Meter Jumbo Shift Light
  • HKS TEMS Controller
  • Sidewinder (DEI) 6500ESP Remote Start Alarm System


  • Knock Sensors Rewired
  • GReddy Turbo Timer Hiccup Fix
  • Upgraded Charging & Ground Wires to 4ga
  • Upgraded Alternator Input to Dual 8ga
  • Redline "Lightweight Shock-Proof" Transmission Gear Oil
  • Redline 75W90NS Differential Gear Oil



Known and loved by the local authorities,
Dave

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