RE: Vauxhall Monaro | The Brave Pill
Discussion
Rafmandoo said:
Hi all. The advert has been removed by myself, the owner, as whilst on holiday I decided I liked it too much and wish to carry out a few further mods. It’s been great owning this car, great fun, head turner and something different, which is what I like about cars; the unusual. I agree with the comment made that they seem to be selling way too cheap but even at the price advertised, there was little interest. So, I’m going to keep it and have lots more fun.
Great article and it’s made my day that my car featured in it.
Surely this article has boosted your potential market massively - assuming anyone actual reads ph other than the few of us commenting here. I guess if you're keeping it then fair play but I'd of at least taken advantage of the increased exposure and seen what happens. Enthusiast cars like this always take time to sell. Dont get disheartened after a couple of weeks. Hang on in there.Great article and it’s made my day that my car featured in it.
Shakermaker said:
Love that colour, my mate had one in that same rare colour, supercharged, sounded awesome. Our other mate has a 6.0 one, in bright red, noisy exhausts etc. Also fantastic.
Thanks, it’s an absolute monster. Use it very rarely these days and it’s garaged so apart from the odd stone chip, is pretty much perfect. Should sell it really so somebody else can enjoy it but I know I’d instantly regret it. Edited by wormus on Friday 30th August 10:54
Kubevoid said:
What's with all this "brave pill" nonsense pushed on here these days? Do PH writers drive Toyota Corrolla's under warranty as they are too scared of their own shadow?!
Man up you flouncing blouse
Everything is brave when you get press cars dropped off at the door every week... Man up you flouncing blouse
Wormus, your car is spot on. I agree the colour is awesome too.
Although is it wrong... I'm staring at that sweet inspection pit even more. Something very cool about that pic. Clean working space. Also.... I kinda expect to hear "Step away from her you bh!!" - as Ripley clunks out in a yellow caged lifter
Although is it wrong... I'm staring at that sweet inspection pit even more. Something very cool about that pic. Clean working space. Also.... I kinda expect to hear "Step away from her you bh!!" - as Ripley clunks out in a yellow caged lifter
Kubevoid said:
Wormus, your car is spot on. I agree the colour is awesome too.
Although is it wrong... I'm staring at that sweet inspection pit even more. Something very cool about that pic. Clean working space. Also.... I kinda expect to hear "Step away from her you bh!!" - as Ripley clunks out in a yellow caged lifter
Thanks, I wish it were my garage but sadly it belongs to Top Cats racing who maintain the car for me. Mine’s probably one of the cheapest cars they look after as there’s always lots of exotic stuff (Lambos etc) down there to ogle.Although is it wrong... I'm staring at that sweet inspection pit even more. Something very cool about that pic. Clean working space. Also.... I kinda expect to hear "Step away from her you bh!!" - as Ripley clunks out in a yellow caged lifter
monarodom said:
Wormus' car is definitely the best colour for a Monaro, just a shame they never sold the VXR in that colour over here. Always loved the plate tool
I was thinking of making one of these: In the end I prefer the look of the CV8
Edited by wormus on Friday 30th August 20:51
ATM said:
You get what you pay for though. These engines dont like to rev and the rotating assembly is quite heavy. You cant really compare them to the multiple valve, multiple cam, variable valve time engines from germany which all make more power with less cc.
Who told you that? LS engines have been continuously developed over decades. The red line on mine is set to 7k rpm which is pretty good for a 6.2 litre. An LS3 will easily match the equivalent from AMG.This one makes more than your average NA AMG Lot cheaper too if it goes wrong
http://www.partsworldperformance.com/ls3-376-525-v...
Or here’s another GM LS crate engine, this time with 755hp
https://www.chevrolet.com/performance/crate-engine...
Find me a German equivalent that can live with that.
Edited by wormus on Saturday 31st August 13:58
wormus said:
ATM said:
You get what you pay for though. These engines dont like to rev and the rotating assembly is quite heavy. You cant really compare them to the multiple valve, multiple cam, variable valve time engines from germany which all make more power with less cc.
Who told you that? LS engines have been continuously developed over decades. The red line on mine is set to 7k rpm which is pretty good for a 6.2 litre. An LS3 will easily match the equivalent from AMG.This one makes more than your average NA AMG Lot cheaper too if it goes wrong
http://www.partsworldperformance.com/ls3-376-525-v...
Or here’s another GM LS crate engine, this time with 755hp
https://www.chevrolet.com/performance/crate-engine...
Find me a German equivalent that can live with that.
the LS family of engines is legendary
smaller in size than equivalent DOHC engines
more affordable
fewer parts
lighter
typically less maintenance
typically fewer faults
and a torque curve that begins early in the RPM band -- a massive advantage for the performance minded motorist
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