Florida man with Toyota Supra less than five years old shocked to learn what repairs on the car would cost him
- This man in Florida was left heartbroken after his dream car broke
- His yellow Toyota Supra is going to cost him $4000 in repairs
- The car is less than five years old, and he doesn’t know what to do
Published on Feb 26, 2025 at 8:27 PM (UTC+4)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Feb 26, 2025 at 8:27 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
This Florida man was overjoyed when he bought his dream car – a vibrant yellow Toyota Supra – less than five years ago – however, his joy was crushed when he learned how much repairs would cost to get it on the road.
In a viral video on TikTok, he revealed that his beloved sports car already had a steering issue that made it undriveable until he spent $4000 fixing it.
He shared that the dealership offered him money to take it off his hands, but he’s torn because it’s his dream car.
Commenters on TikTok had a lot of things to say about his car and the extortionate price it would cost to fix it, suggesting some solutions and some comments that can be described as…less than helpful.
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The shocking cost of repairs on his Toyota Supra
Florida based content creator @thatkswappedek loves to talk all things cars, but the one thing he loves the most in this world is his vibrant yellow Toyota Supra sports car that he purchased less than five years ago.
All cars require regular maintenance to keep them ship-shape, but this content creator’s day was ruined when he discovered a steering issue with his beloved sports car.
After taking it to the Toyota dealership, the TikToker was hit with the sad revelation that his car needed a new rack and pinion system.
@thatkswappedek Man guess Toyotas aren’t as good as they used to be #supra #problems #toyota #crazy #broken ♬ GTA San Andreas Theme (Remake) – Ben Morfitt (SquidPhysics)
“I just got back from the Toyota dealership,” he told his viewership.
“And I got news I didn’t want to hear,” he added.
The new rack and pinion steering system would cost him $4,355.70 if it were replaced by the dealership or $2000 if he sorted it out on his own by getting the parts and installing them himself.
What do others think?
The content creator decided to leave his Toyota Supra sat in the driveway while he mulled over his decision.
One commenter told him: “Buy an extended warranty. Submit the claim in a couple months.”
Another suggested that he could ‘get a steering rack off a wrecked on[e] and install [it] yourself’.
Lots of the comments are in agreement with the TikToker who believes that in this collaboration between BMW and Toyota, the car is far more BMW.
It’s a shame that this dream car became a nightmare after only five years – it might be time for him to learn how to replace a rack and pinion system.
Daisy is a technology and automotive journalist covering artificial intelligence, consumer tech, Apple news, cryptocurrency, emerging technologies, and transportation innovation. Since joining the team in 2025, she has reported on everything from AI-powered startups and major iOS updates to viral car stories and the latest developments shaping transportation and the digital economy. Drawing on her background in automotive journalism and a degree in History and Journalism from Goldsmiths, University of London, Daisy specializes in breaking down complex topics into clear, engaging reporting for a global audience. Her work spans cutting-edge technology, innovative vehicles, and the people driving change across both industries. Daisy has gained first-hand access to some of the world's most talked-about technologies and innovators, including meeting Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot during its first European appearance in London. She has also discussed the future of space exploration with an astronaut, bringing unique insights and real-world perspectives to her coverage of emerging technology.
