Rossion - Now just to decide on colour . . . . . . . .
Rossion - Now just to decide on colour . . . . . . . .
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Alan_Leamy

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257 posts

279 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Order form filled out and deposit paid. Couldn wait any longer for the M15 so when I saw the pictures I just had to. Phoned Dean at Rossion and he was a pleasure to deal with. All info was back in minutes and great customer service so far! Number 21 on the list and delivery looking like June / July time.



New pictures uploaded on website. Me likes the interior! www.rossioncars.com/pages/gallery/gallery.html


PS: Anyone want to buy a M15 deposit :-)



Edited by Alan_Leamy on Tuesday 15th January 22:58

V6GTO

11,579 posts

271 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Well done that man! You've done what I'd like to but not brave (or rich frown) enough to do.

Martin.

PS - was talking to an Irish guy at the Autosport show about you smile I think he knows the present owner of your M12.

Alan_Leamy

Original Poster:

257 posts

279 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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You know his name?

Naso Grande

237 posts

228 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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V6GTO said:
Well done that man! You've done what I'd like to but not brave (or rich frown) enough to do.

Martin.

PS - was talking to an Irish guy at the Autosport show about you smile I think he knows the present owner of your M12.
Going by the message header I'm amazed that you resisted the temptation to point the OP towards Polynesian Green !! laughlaugh

V6GTO

11,579 posts

271 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Alan_Leamy said:
You know his name?
I don't.

AMG Merc

11,955 posts

282 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Brilliant Alan! Now that'll be rare - It'll be cool to see something Noble-esque that isn't vapourware. smileclap

V6GTO

11,579 posts

271 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Naso Grande said:
V6GTO said:
Well done that man! You've done what I'd like to but not brave (or rich frown) enough to do.

Martin.

PS - was talking to an Irish guy at the Autosport show about you smile I think he knows the present owner of your M12.
Going by the message header I'm amazed that you resisted the temptation to point the OP towards Polynesian Green !! laughlaugh
It was hard not to but...

DanH

12,287 posts

289 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Looks great! Now why can't Lee style like this?!! (or let someone else!)

mgbond

6,749 posts

261 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Alan_Leamy said:
Order form filled out and deposit paid. Couldn wait any longer for the M15 so when I saw the pictures I just had to. Phoned Dean at Rossion and he was a pleasure to deal with. All info was back in minutes and great customer service so far! Number 21 on the list and delivery looking like June / July time.



New pictures uploaded on website. Me likes the interior! www.rossioncars.com/pages/gallery/



Happy in my anticipation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yeeeeee Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!

PS: Anyone want to buy a M15 deposit :-)

Edited by Alan_Leamy on Tuesday 15th January 19:12


Did you get RHD?

Bondy

Alan_Leamy

Original Poster:

257 posts

279 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Yeah RHD and amber rear indicators.

mgbond

6,749 posts

261 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Alan_Leamy said:
Yeah RHD and amber rear indicators.


Is it being delivered here or are you getting it through Ireland?

Bondy

sjc

16,399 posts

299 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Alan_Leamy said:
Yeah RHD and amber rear indicators.
RHD!!! OH MY GOD I WANT ONE !

Mr Noble

6,538 posts

262 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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RHD???????????????????????/


I didn't think they were doing rhd. I assumed that was part of the "deal".

Tell us more Alan, are you 100% sure its going to be a rhd'er??

[suddenly all out ears prick up!!!]

alex s

2,105 posts

265 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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Mr Noble said:
RHD???????????????????????/


I didn't think they were doing rhd. I assumed that was part of the "deal".

Tell us more Alan, are you 100% sure its going to be a rhd'er??

[suddenly all out ears prick up!!!]
Greg,
the deal was not to sell direct to the uk. However there are several countries other than the uk that have RHD...
So I guess there is nothing to stop anyone buying it in say Ireland and exporting it into the uk.

mgbond

6,749 posts

261 months

Tuesday 15th January 2008
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alex s said:
Mr Noble said:
RHD???????????????????????/


I didn't think they were doing rhd. I assumed that was part of the "deal".

Tell us more Alan, are you 100% sure its going to be a rhd'er??

[suddenly all out ears prick up!!!]


Greg,
the deal was not to sell direct to the uk. However there are several countries other than the uk that have RHD...
So I guess there is nothing to stop anyone buying it in say Ireland and exporting it into the uk.


I emailed them ages ago and asked, they told me RHD but we didn't go into how to get it here. I did post it up when I found out

Bondy

Alan_Leamy

Original Poster:

257 posts

279 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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Defo RHD and I live in to Ireland so coming in here!

Adrian W

15,493 posts

257 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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I don’t want to say anything to unpopular or controversial but!








That really doesn't look like it spent much time (if any)in a wind tunnelgetmecoat

joust

14,622 posts

288 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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AMG Merc said:
Brilliant Alan! Now that'll be rare - It'll be cool to see something Noble-esque that isn't vapourware. smileclap
:yawn: It really is getting tiring Rob your comments about the new Noble.

Nothing vapour about it at all when I saw Lee at the weekend, nor the Car magazine 'spyshot' rolleyes

joust

14,622 posts

288 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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Alan_Leamy said:
Defo RHD and I live in to Ireland so coming in here!
I'm sure it'll be a blast for you!

How are you going to get it registered though? Do you have the equivalent of the SVA over there?

J

joust

14,622 posts

288 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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Adrian W said:
I don’t want to say anything to unpopular or controversial but!
That really doesn't look like it spent much time (if any)in a wind tunnelgetmecoat
Rossion's press releases aren't clear on that Adrian.

Rossion Press Release said:
The Rossion Q1 is the result of the lessons learned in extensive testing, sale, and support of hundreds of Noble vehicles sold in the USA. It is a logical development of its predecessor. Every subtle performance change and design nuance was carefully implemented to make the car more comfortable and inviting, while further improving overall performance.

New Aerodynamic Bodywork:
The most striking new element in the Q1 is completely redesigned bodywork. The new beautifully proportioned shape gives the Rossion a sultry, aggressive look while further enhancing performance aspects. The revised panels retain the autoclaved composite construction, delivering superb surface finish and precise panel fit.

World class design and CAD modeling have been employed in the creation of the new body. Rather than change design for the sake of change, the driving force behind the new bodywork is air flow management. The result is a clean aerodynamic profile, efficient engine compartment airflow, and improved aerodynamic down force.

At the front, the reshaped nose directs high energy air down the sides of the body into the newly contoured side intakes. These new ducts are 30% larger than previous air scoops, ensuring adequate airflow for critical engine components. Turbulence around the side windows is also reduced for a more comfortable cockpit with the new, fully retractable side glass.

New charge air cooler intakes have been integrated into the body shape, with cool ram air gathered through new side window (B pillar) ducts. Again, aerodynamics is improved, while benefits are reaped in the form of increased power and efficiency.

In the rear, a more efficient diffuser enhances down force on the chassis, improving high speed grip and stability.

Further enhancements include new, longer
power side windows that fully retract into the doors while the side view mirrors feature remote electric adjustment.

http://www.rossioncars.com/pages/models/models_q_o...
SJ's post over on NF suggests it wasn't.

http://www.nobleforums.com/showthread.php?t=2911

SJ Morgan said:
A full production wind tunnel program is very expensive and time consuming. Lee couldn't afford it. Most small manufacturers can't.

The Q1 was modeled for its aerodynamics, then tested on the road. The desired aerodynamic results were achieved. This is how even major manufacturers start out now with a new design. It is likely that in the near future, a wind tunnel may not be necessary for anything but confirmation of a design solution where high speed testing, or a test track is not practical or available.
J