Monaro VXR questions & anyone know this car
Discussion
Many questions, here goes! 
Anyone know this car?
http://www.pistonheads.com/SALES/1356184.htm
Although on the Vaux website and Auto Trader it says its a 2007 and above it says 2006, were there any registered in 2007?
Would you say its overpriced or about right?
I take it Vaux give 1 yrs warranty on their used car purchases and can this be used at any Vaux garage?
And a few general questions...
Expected approx combined mpg?
Can it be run on 95RON or is it 97RON+ only?
What were the optional extras when new?
Servicing every 12 months / 10k miles? (i understand servicing costs arent excessive)
btw I'd probably look for a Wortec or similar, Monkfish the best or do Vaux dealers do these?
Anything else i really need to know or is there a FAQ somewhere?
It seems these must be quicker than a VXR8 as they are only a little down on an LS3 power wise but weigh 200kg or so less.
Many thanks, Stu
Anyone know this car?
http://www.pistonheads.com/SALES/1356184.htm
Although on the Vaux website and Auto Trader it says its a 2007 and above it says 2006, were there any registered in 2007?
Would you say its overpriced or about right?
I take it Vaux give 1 yrs warranty on their used car purchases and can this be used at any Vaux garage?
And a few general questions...
Expected approx combined mpg?
Can it be run on 95RON or is it 97RON+ only?
What were the optional extras when new?
Servicing every 12 months / 10k miles? (i understand servicing costs arent excessive)
btw I'd probably look for a Wortec or similar, Monkfish the best or do Vaux dealers do these?
Anything else i really need to know or is there a FAQ somewhere?
It seems these must be quicker than a VXR8 as they are only a little down on an LS3 power wise but weigh 200kg or so less.
Many thanks, Stu
Expected approx combined mpg? 18-22 probably, high 20's on a run, bad around town!
Can it be run on 95RON or is it 97RON+ only? Either I think, if its had a tune then the higher stuff if its been tuned to run on it.
What were the optional extras when new? Not sure there was anything ! But all have air con, electric windows/seats/mirrors.....
Servicing every 12 months / 10k miles? (i understand servicing costs arent excessive) Yes, servicing is very reasonable compared to other cars in the same league.
btw I'd probably look for a Wortec or similar, Monkfish the best or do Vaux dealers do these? Monkfish do them, think Piccadors are happy to fit them as well but they are down on the south coast.
Can it be run on 95RON or is it 97RON+ only? Either I think, if its had a tune then the higher stuff if its been tuned to run on it.
What were the optional extras when new? Not sure there was anything ! But all have air con, electric windows/seats/mirrors.....
Servicing every 12 months / 10k miles? (i understand servicing costs arent excessive) Yes, servicing is very reasonable compared to other cars in the same league.
btw I'd probably look for a Wortec or similar, Monkfish the best or do Vaux dealers do these? Monkfish do them, think Piccadors are happy to fit them as well but they are down on the south coast.
Expected approx combined mpg?
It really depends on how your drive it
Around town can go as low as 10-12, on a motorway run late 20's or 30. Average of around 20 I'd say Can it be run on 95RON or is it 97RON+ only?
BO55 VXR said:
Fuel
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What Octane Rating should I use?
In standard from (unmodified), the Monaro (CV8 & VXR) will run quite happily on standard 95 RON fuel. 97 RON will provide only minimal improvements on a standard car.
However, engine re-tunes may require you to step up to 97 RON - This will be advised by your modifier.
Where's the cheapest?
www.petrolprices.com is a good web site to find the cheapest petrol in your area. There is even an option to send you emails to keep you updated.
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What Octane Rating should I use?
In standard from (unmodified), the Monaro (CV8 & VXR) will run quite happily on standard 95 RON fuel. 97 RON will provide only minimal improvements on a standard car.
However, engine re-tunes may require you to step up to 97 RON - This will be advised by your modifier.
Where's the cheapest?
www.petrolprices.com is a good web site to find the cheapest petrol in your area. There is even an option to send you emails to keep you updated.
What were the optional extras when new?
None really, a few like paint protection but nothing like aircon or whatever, it was either standard or not available
Servicing every 12 months / 10k miles? (i understand servicing costs arent excessive)
Yep, and surprisingly low really, probably due to the engines being pretty low tech. As an example, Monkfish are quoting:
10,000 Mile service £148.15, inc VAT, labour and parts
20,000 Mile service £148.15, inc VAT, labour and parts
30,000 Mile service £199.23, inc VAT, labour and parts
40,000 Mile service £148.15, inc VAT, labour and parts
50,000 Mile service £301.41, inc VAT, labour and parts
btw I'd probably look for a Wortec or similar, Monkfish the best or do Vaux dealers do these?
Monkfish or Picador as previous answer.
Edited by VXR_Daz on Saturday 20th March 11:49
petrolzed said:
I live about 3 miles from this dealer, I used to have an identical car until I swapped it for my VXR8 6 months ago.
If you are interested in it. I would be more than happy to look at it for you. I had my Monaro for nearly 2 years and 17000 miles so I know what to look out for.
If your passing i'd appreciate it if you could spare 5 mins to have a look at it, dont go out your way though matey.If you are interested in it. I would be more than happy to look at it for you. I had my Monaro for nearly 2 years and 17000 miles so I know what to look out for.
Thanks.
Didn't you abandon it for a Mini?
Monaro feels quicker, older and less grippy. You could tell them apart blindfold. But that might not be very safe.
I think the improved platform does much to hide the pace of the VXR8, not just the extra lard. I'd say it's quicker than it feels whereas you know exactly what the Monaro is doing. With the better gearing and a bit more grip I'd say the R8 is quicker under similar conditions.
Monaro feels quicker, older and less grippy. You could tell them apart blindfold. But that might not be very safe.
I think the improved platform does much to hide the pace of the VXR8, not just the extra lard. I'd say it's quicker than it feels whereas you know exactly what the Monaro is doing. With the better gearing and a bit more grip I'd say the R8 is quicker under similar conditions.
fesuvious said:
I went and drove this car @2 hours ago.
Twas my first ever drive of a monaro.
Lovely car, couldn't fault the way it drove. The belts were noisy at cold but silent when warm.
The interior fan was a little noisy through the vents.
Few marks round the body but it'd all polish out.
I hate the seats, sorry, and to me it just didn't feel very quick.
Lovely car though
Thanks, what cars have you been used to?Twas my first ever drive of a monaro.
Lovely car, couldn't fault the way it drove. The belts were noisy at cold but silent when warm.
The interior fan was a little noisy through the vents.
Few marks round the body but it'd all polish out.
I hate the seats, sorry, and to me it just didn't feel very quick.
Lovely car though
fesuvious said:
I said to the girlfriend;
'As big saloons go, the M5 was easier to pilot quickly, and easier to provoke'
Really gutted that I think that too, I wanted the monaro to be my perfect muscle car
Take a ride in a decently setup and SC'ed one and you may change yr mind. Stock on stock I found the E39 M5 was close to them in the 1/4 but not quite....although you cant launch the 5 fast due to the crap clutch setup!'As big saloons go, the M5 was easier to pilot quickly, and easier to provoke'
Really gutted that I think that too, I wanted the monaro to be my perfect muscle car
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