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NB8A vs NB8B
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 3:49 pm
by Boags
OK, before you throw things at me; hear this one out.
I'm looking specifically for NB owners to comment. I have a comparison to make; if there are any variables I haven't mentioned, just assume they are the same for both cars.
NB8A 30,000kms A few scratches in paint
NB8B 80,000kms good paint
Price is the same.
Which one would you buy and why?
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 4:20 pm
by Col
If it comes down to just 2 specific cars, then go the NB8B......later model, 6 speed box, better paint. The 80,000k's shouldn't matter.
If you were considering the NB8A, try and find a good clean 10AE, has more goodies again.
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 4:22 pm
by Garry
Be patient and keep looking for that elusive NB8B with good paint and low km for the right price.
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 4:34 pm
by Benny
I've owned both models and they are both very similar in many ways.
The NB8A is more reliable, I believe, but only has a 5 speed box.
The trade would say the B as it's newer and more than likely, it would have a better re-sale value down the track, but that depends on how long you intend to keep it for.
If you are going to re-sell it in 2 years time, go the B, but if the A is in better condition with lower k's, and you intend to keep it for some years, and you don't worry about only having a 5-speed box, then get the A.
Just my 2c.
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 4:55 pm
by Okibi
Bigger brakes, stiffer chassis, better front, better seats, better tail lights, more power ... saves you buying an NB8A and putting all those kinda bits on it
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 4:59 pm
by JBT
What Okibi said.
(I can't comment though because I don't own an NB 
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Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 5:03 pm
by Boags
Okibi wrote:Bigger brakes, stiffer chassis, better front, better seats, better tail lights, more power ... saves you buying an NB8A and putting all those kinda bits on it
This is what I was thinking. For the same reason that I wouldn't buy an NA6 again in future; I shouldn't buy an NB8A.
I was looking for support from the community; I guess I have found it.
Thanks, oh wise and learned forumites.
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 5:12 pm
by Rotary
I was Spewing that mine didn't have ABS(assumed it would), and i think its standard on on the B
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 5:21 pm
by StanTheMan
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get the hint?
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 5:25 pm
by Boags
Not really Stefan... Could you spell it out for me please?
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 5:30 pm
by Stu
Don't forget the fog lights. In case you get caught in the swamp.
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 6:22 pm
by stevesports
NB8B for sure! As previously said, it is just a better car.
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 6:33 pm
by NMX516
umm, you can't fit a Boags group buy master cylinder brace to an 8B! Does that sway you?!
Oh, and tyres - more choices in 8A 195/50/15 than 8B 205/45/16.
I can't think of any other reasons right now.
Same dollars involved for both, I'd go the 8B.
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 6:35 pm
by AJ
nothing to stop him putting those lovely 8A rims on his 8B though Gerard
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Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 6:38 pm
by Fatty
AJ wrote:nothing to stop him putting those lovely 8A rims on his 8B though Gerard
well there might be actually... i'm not sure they would clear the bigger brakes ? ?