Neil E

Thanks Maneesh. Spent a while looking around clublexus. Threads about forced induction were a slight distraction but found a few ideas for front component upgrades. The serious work appears to have been done with non Navi GS400/430s where Nakamichi and Pioneer systems have been replaced completely. I might just disconnect the rear speakers to improve the front image, then try some mid budget efficient fronts that the amp can cope with. If that doesn't do it, I will resist a big install for as long as possible and the Soarers will have to take a little more weekday abuse.

Has anyone attempted to improve the sound system in a GS430 with the Navi screen? It's pretty good but sometimes I wish the sound quality was a little better and though I know it ought to left alone, is anyone aware of an upgrade path?

A voice activated Parrot bluetooth kit or similar could be used with a separate speaker and an audio interupt lead.

The TT Soarer is 285 bhp, they are very quick as standard but many owners tune them to a little over 300 relatively cheaply and some convert to a big single turbo in search of 400+. For owners with deeper pockets it doesn't stop there. Common faults are blinky dash, worn lower control arm bushes, air con compressor, skipping CD player, splits in door trims, condensation in headlamps and sticking brake calipers but you can find good examples with most or all of the work done for £2-3k. Properly maintained they are very reliable with Supra like performance for half the price. Soarers are well appointed. My 1991 V8 Limited has an equipment level comparable to the recently acquired 2001 GS 430. The TT is a bit more of a 'drivers' car. Manual transmission is rare and attracts a premium. The 4.0 V8 is the one to have but half of the Soarer community would disagree with that statement. :)