Chim 5.0 To T350 Engine Worries
Discussion
Been put of a Tuscan by the stories of engine probs and I can't face the hassle / car off road so I'm considering a T350. Given that the T350 engine is a Speed 6 also should I expect the same problems with this or are the probs ironed out?
Also will the pace of the T350 be significantly different than the Chim 5.0?
Also will the pace of the T350 be significantly different than the Chim 5.0?
Completely different drives - the T350 is a far better handler and does everything better except for the noise it makes. It still makes a great noise, just not a burbly V8.
The T350 is also about 1000% times safer in a crash than the Chimaera - one key reason I upgraded.
The engines do go pop sometimes, they're still Speed Sixes. Get as new a car as possible - there seem to be less problems with the 3.6 (T350/Tamora) engine and the later cars. You won't regret it, even if you need a £5k engine rebuild
The T350 is also about 1000% times safer in a crash than the Chimaera - one key reason I upgraded.
The engines do go pop sometimes, they're still Speed Sixes. Get as new a car as possible - there seem to be less problems with the 3.6 (T350/Tamora) engine and the later cars. You won't regret it, even if you need a £5k engine rebuild
Although have to agree to comments above, make sure you read the "jittery at speed" thread in this forum - I am having major issues with my T350's handling characteristics at high speed and if other comments from T350 owners are anything to go by AND - if high speed driving is one of your pastimes be very, very sure you are comfortable with this issue before you buy - suggest you go for a blast in a demo unit before buying or raise the issue with a dealer.
"loaned" my old 500 the other day as mine went in for service - must say the I do miss the torque and "grunt" of the Chim - I found the Chim much more pleasant under normal driving conditions due to this characteristic - however under hard acceleration the T350 flies and does offer much better cornering - be aware that under hot conditions the glue of your upholstery starts coming apart - had to have virtually everything re-glued in mine using a better product. Also due to the low-profiles the ride is much firmer - MUCH! - I try to avoid poor road services due to this issue - nearly lost my breakfast the other day!
One thing you will perhaps find priceless is the envious looks and barrage of questions you will continually face - the T350 is a serious head-turner - and yes you will find yourself wandering into the garage late at night to admire the sexy curves.
Good luck with your deliberations.
"loaned" my old 500 the other day as mine went in for service - must say the I do miss the torque and "grunt" of the Chim - I found the Chim much more pleasant under normal driving conditions due to this characteristic - however under hard acceleration the T350 flies and does offer much better cornering - be aware that under hot conditions the glue of your upholstery starts coming apart - had to have virtually everything re-glued in mine using a better product. Also due to the low-profiles the ride is much firmer - MUCH! - I try to avoid poor road services due to this issue - nearly lost my breakfast the other day!
One thing you will perhaps find priceless is the envious looks and barrage of questions you will continually face - the T350 is a serious head-turner - and yes you will find yourself wandering into the garage late at night to admire the sexy curves.
Good luck with your deliberations.
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