ANYONE regret going V8V to V12V
Discussion
Ok, so I know everyone that has got a V12V sings the virtues. I've been round Castle Combe with Simon T in his V12V, so am very very clear of how good they are (also of how much better a driver Simon is than me).
I keep getting the urge, but I'm also quite attached to my V8V. It's been a damn good car to me, and I almost feel guilty when I think of getting rid of it. I was toying with the idea of keeping both, but whilst I could do it, it's a bit of a financial stretch, and therefore probably not too wise.
My current car is the first decent car I've had, so maybe I'm just being a little emotionally attached to it! Also I guess I know that the mileage is an issue for most buyers when I come to sell it. I didn't really worry about it, because I thought I'd just keep it.
So, anyone with a V12V miss their V8V, or does the V12V completely remove all memories!
Will await the MTFU replies
I keep getting the urge, but I'm also quite attached to my V8V. It's been a damn good car to me, and I almost feel guilty when I think of getting rid of it. I was toying with the idea of keeping both, but whilst I could do it, it's a bit of a financial stretch, and therefore probably not too wise.
My current car is the first decent car I've had, so maybe I'm just being a little emotionally attached to it! Also I guess I know that the mileage is an issue for most buyers when I come to sell it. I didn't really worry about it, because I thought I'd just keep it.
So, anyone with a V12V miss their V8V, or does the V12V completely remove all memories!
Will await the MTFU replies
michael gould said:
I suspect its a bit like when you were a kid ....and your first girlfriend....having a V8V can be compared to getting to 1st base or perhaps 2nd base in the case of a 4.7 V8V.........now having a V12V is like going "all the way"
does that help ?
Then to Bamford Rose, so it's all the way and she's filthy?does that help ?
Sounds like a good argument.
V12woollie said:
I thought I would miss my V8V, especially as I had gotten to know it very well during the JLC trip. I was very comfortable pushing it and understood its capabilities.
However, the V12V is in an altogether different league compared to my 07 4.3 V8V. Easier to drive, addictive torque, gorgeous sound (although I like the V8 sound very much) and massive grip (well so far as I've only used it on dry roads in warm weather on the Corsas). I'm starting to get to understand the limits and I am sure I am nowhere near them at the moment. I haven't been over 5,000 RPM yet as I wanted to get 500-1,000 miles on the clock first, but even reigning it back it is still too much performance for most roads unless they are empty. I can't wait to enter warp speed
I'm sure if people were coming form a 4.7 with Sportspack then maybe the difference wouldn't be so marked, but from my 4.3 it is so obviously a better car.
PS. Just to clarify the 'easier to drive' comment. The clutch is lighter, the gear change seems more fluid and less notchy and, because of the torque, it pulls like a train from very low speeds in 6th gear, so for motorway driving it is much more relaxing when overtaking and less gear changes are required to get speed up.
Yes, I think with me also being in an 07 V8V (all be it perked up by BR) I'm sure I'd notice quite a difference. Easier to drive is good to know, as I would look to it as a daily driver (subject to seasonal tyre changes!)However, the V12V is in an altogether different league compared to my 07 4.3 V8V. Easier to drive, addictive torque, gorgeous sound (although I like the V8 sound very much) and massive grip (well so far as I've only used it on dry roads in warm weather on the Corsas). I'm starting to get to understand the limits and I am sure I am nowhere near them at the moment. I haven't been over 5,000 RPM yet as I wanted to get 500-1,000 miles on the clock first, but even reigning it back it is still too much performance for most roads unless they are empty. I can't wait to enter warp speed
I'm sure if people were coming form a 4.7 with Sportspack then maybe the difference wouldn't be so marked, but from my 4.3 it is so obviously a better car.
PS. Just to clarify the 'easier to drive' comment. The clutch is lighter, the gear change seems more fluid and less notchy and, because of the torque, it pulls like a train from very low speeds in 6th gear, so for motorway driving it is much more relaxing when overtaking and less gear changes are required to get speed up.
Edited by V12woollie on Monday 10th June 15:07
I'm going to start giving my V8 disapproving looks in preparation. Only joking, I couldn't do that.
I certainly considered an SP10, but (depending on discounts when they get out), with a few boxes ticked for lightweights, OTR costs etc, they are touching six figures. I'd be looking at an early V12V, so quite a bit less than that.
Also, as I don't see myself as a driving god, I just like the idea of something that throws me back in my seat, even if a V8S might be as quick/quicker round a track.
Also, as I don't see myself as a driving god, I just like the idea of something that throws me back in my seat, even if a V8S might be as quick/quicker round a track.
yeti said:
Roof up or down?
Woolders and I filled up at the same time in our BR500+ Volantes in France, I had the roof off as I'm all man, Woolders had his up as he's a red trouser-wearing golfer
Filled up 2hrs later, I think I used an extra 20 litres, and that's bearing in mind my manual 6th gear is longer than his auto 6th gear. Shocking, the difference it made.
phew, glad I'm only considering the frugal coupe Woolders and I filled up at the same time in our BR500+ Volantes in France, I had the roof off as I'm all man, Woolders had his up as he's a red trouser-wearing golfer
Filled up 2hrs later, I think I used an extra 20 litres, and that's bearing in mind my manual 6th gear is longer than his auto 6th gear. Shocking, the difference it made.
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