Picked up new VE SV6 Manual

[Carby]

We traded in the wifes 17 month old VZ SV6 manual for a VE SV6 manual and I have to tell you the driving experience is very much different. We have only had the vehicle for 4 days, but driving the new SV6 over some familiar roads has revealed that dynamically it is a far superior car to the VZ.

The first noticeable difference is the steering, very precise, much lighter when you initially take off and no constant little movements required when on the freeway to keep it straight. The seating is comfortable and you notice there is less glass around you, and the car seems to sit a bit higher than the VZ. The car feels very solid and it handles bumpy roads with ridiculous ease. Something you would not notice until you have driven both cars. The handling is much better, the VZ was quite the understeerer, whilst pushed hard I think the VE also has understeer tendancies but come at a much higher level - also has some body roll, but man does it feel glued to the road. The brakes are better but still not what I would call sufficient for such a large car. The rotors look puny behind the 18 " wheels! My standard brakes on the GTO are much better and there would be not much difference in the weights of the two vehicles - so put that down as a brickbat. Also must mention the throttle, in the VZ it felt like it was on delay, in the VE it takes off like a scalded rabbit - quite sensitive but very rewarding. I have no doubt it is quicker in a straight line than the old VZ which I can't workout why, given the extra weight and small increase in power (195 to 190 kw). The gearthrow is noticeably shorter and smoother, as is the engine, it is not as loud at revs and the dual exhausts actually sound quite good from outside the car.

So the above sums up my driving impressions. Interior wise a huge improvement, feels bigger, comfortable seats, better use of the trip computer via the steering wheel, more features eg variable intermitent wipers, which incidently when the washer is used is brilliant, the whole screen gets a wash!

Gripes? well there are a few minor items: the red dash illumination I dislike immensely (wife loves it) just as bad as the Mazda 3 's at work, also seemed to suffer from glare in the daytime at certain angles, the blinkers are NOISY, the plastic on the doors are very hard and cheap feeling and the brakes could be bigger in my opinion.

We love the car, but who doesn't love their new purchase? but this VE feels very tight and strong - the first time you tug on the steering wheel you will notice this is like no other Commodore. I'm glad we have changed early and can't wait to drive the thing again on the weekend, only time I can prise it off the wife!!!

[Stevotski]

The seating is comfortable

That's interesting - after my VZ SV8 and 3 x VY S commodores all with the deeper bolstered front seats I sat in a VE SV6 and thought that the faily flat Omega type seats were a bit disappointing.

What are they like for lateral support when cornering in the VE SV6 compared to the VZ SV6?

I totally agree with the blinker sound - i hope they can adjust it with tech 2 or whatever :)

[Black_Utester]

We traded in the wifes 17 month old VZ SV6 manual for a VE SV6 manual and I have to tell you the driving experience is very much different. We have only had the vehicle for 4 days, but driving the new SV6 over some familiar roads has revealed that dynamically it is a far superior car to the VZ.

The first noticeable difference is the steering, very precise, much lighter when you initially take off and no constant little movements required when on the freeway to keep it straight. The seating is comfortable and you notice there is less glass around you, and the car seems to sit a bit higher than the VZ. The car feels very solid and it handles bumpy roads with ridiculous ease. Something you would not notice until you have driven both cars. The handling is much better, the VZ was quite the understeerer, whilst pushed hard I think the VE also has understeer tendancies but come at a much higher level - also has some body roll, but man does it feel glued to the road. The brakes are better but still not what I would call sufficient for such a large car. The rotors look puny behind the 18 " wheels! My standard brakes on the GTO are much better and there would be not much difference in the weights of the two vehicles - so put that down as a brickbat. Also must mention the throttle, in the VZ it felt like it was on delay, in the VE it takes off like a scalded rabbit - quite sensitive but very rewarding. I have no doubt it is quicker in a straight line than the old VZ which I can't workout why, given the extra weight and small increase in power (195 to 190 kw). The gearthrow is noticeably shorter and smoother, as is the engine, it is not as loud at revs and the dual exhausts actually sound quite good from outside the car.

So the above sums up my driving impressions. Interior wise a huge improvement, feels bigger, comfortable seats, better use of the trip computer via the steering wheel, more features eg variable intermitent wipers, which incidently when the washer is used is brilliant, the whole screen gets a wash!

Gripes? well there are a few minor items: the red dash illumination I dislike immensely (wife loves it) just as bad as the Mazda 3 's at work, also seemed to suffer from glare in the daytime at certain angles, the blinkers are NOISY, the plastic on the doors are very hard and cheap feeling and the brakes could be bigger in my opinion.

We love the car, but who doesn't love their new purchase? but this VE feels very tight and strong - the first time you tug on the steering wheel you will notice this is like no other Commodore. I'm glad we have changed early and can't wait to drive the thing again on the weekend, only time I can prise it off the wife!!!

This is the exact stuff I want to hear Carby! Thanks for your review of your new ride. We're in the process of an upgrade as my lease is about up and looking towards the SV6 option. I think you have sold me plus that fact I saw one in the flesh this morning whilst dropping mine off at Holden for a rattle check on the underside.

[Carby]

That's interesting - after my VZ SV8 and 3 x VY S commodores all with the deeper bolstered front seats I sat in a VE SV6 and thought that the faily flat Omega type seats were a bit disappointing.

What are they like for lateral support when cornering in the VE SV6 compared to the VZ SV6?

I totally agree with the blinker sound - i hope they can adjust it with tech 2 or whatever :)

Whilst the VE seats are good I had no complaint with the VZ seats - from memory the VZ may have been a bit better in a corner as they had a bit more side bolster.

[jaykay]

That's interesting - after my VZ SV8 and 3 x VY S commodores all with the deeper bolstered front seats I sat in a VE SV6 and thought that the faily flat Omega type seats were a bit disappointing.

What are they like for lateral support when cornering in the VE SV6 compared to the VZ SV6?

I totally agree with the blinker sound - i hope they can adjust it with tech 2 or whatever :)
Stevotski, I have a VY II SS with high sided bolsters on the seats (cloth) and these are pain to get in and out of - rubbing. I'm looking at the VE and drove a VE SS the other day with leather trim. The bolsters aren't as big as my SS which I thought would be an issue as well as the leather for sliding around on during cornering etc.

I can confirm that was definitely not an issue, they are very comfortable to sit in and grip the body very well. I don't know if the SV6 and SS seats are the same or not...

[Stevotski]

I don't know if the SV6 and SS seats are the same or not...

http://images.cainer.net//uploads/VE_SV6.jpghttp://images.cainer.net//uploads/VZ_SV6.jpg

VE SV6 vs VZ SV6 seats above - there looks to be a fair difference in side bolsters between them

VZ had 3 seat 'levels', (exec/acclaim ; SV6/8 ; SS) VE has 2 from what i can tell (Omega/SV6 ; SS/SSV)


Carby: so they are not as supportive but are really not too bad? it is basically the only thing i didnt think was great about the new SV6 - that and the fact you cant get curtain aribags without leather on any VE except Omega

also does it have passenger side lumbar support adjustment like VY/Z? (cant see it in the above pic)

.... and congrats on the new purchase !!!!

also

http://http://images.cainer.net//uploads/VESSV.jpg http://images.cainer.net//uploads/VYIISS.jpg

comparison between VE SSV and VYII SS. VE SS seems to be the same as VE SSV, which are different from VE SV6

oops

http://images.cainer.net//uploads/VESSV.jpg

thankyou automerge doublepost :)

[jaykay]

I'm quite a big guy Stevotski and I find the VY II SS seats a bit tight with the bolsters, the VE seems better IMO. I see what you mean about the Omega/SV6 being the same.

The rear legroom is another big plus if you carry adults in the back a lot. I'm 6'2" and I don't need the seat all the way back in the VE. When I did this at the dealership the dealer sat in the back (he was 6') and there still was room to the seat from his knees. Holden have angled the back seat up more which changes the angle of your legs and they don't go as far forward...

[Danv8]

Good stuff Carby would be a nice car to hack around. :)

[Y2kGoofball]

ohh and I'll just reinstate the fact mums company went from VZ SV6's to BF Taxis and yes, they are from the stone ages :stick:

thanks dude, make me feel real good now lmao!!!!

Nah thats good to hear, dammn shame my mums boss is such a dimwit, and just a damn shame that holdens fleet sales refused to do a deal when ford simply offered a car that took LPG which was the deal clencher.

[HSVMAN]

Having just spent 2 day driving the new range, my pick of the 6's is the SV6. I currently get round in a VZ and they are 2 different cars.
VE SV6 has a real fun factor about it, I was impressed at how responsive it was compared to the VZ and there is a nice growl from the twin exhausts. The 5 spd auto trans is even better again too with fuzzy logic it will hold gears and change down on decelerate :)

[Carby]

Having just spent 2 day driving the new range, my pick of the 6's is the SV6. I currently get round in a VZ and they are 2 different cars.
VE SV6 has a real fun factor about it, I was impressed at how responsive it was compared to the VZ and there is a nice growl from the twin exhausts. The 5 spd auto trans is even better again too with fuzzy logic it will hold gears and change down on decelerate :)


Yeah we took an auto for a test run before settling for the manual, but how good is the Auto? very smooth and well mated to the engine.

[HazzaHSV]

Don't suppose you want to be the first volunteer to make sure axle tramp is now long gone thanks to the new rear end :p


Yeah we took an auto for a test run before settling for the manual, but how good is the Auto? very smooth and well mated to the engine.

[mac06]

Congrats Carby. You and your wife have made a great choice. You won't regret the change, and judging by your initial comments you've already found that out for yourself. :driving:

[HSVMAN]

Don't suppose you want to be the first volunteer to make sure axle tramp is now long gone thanks to the new rear end :p

I drove through some very windy, rough & corrugated stretches of road. One of the noticable things is the stability under acceleration over uneven surfaces. Also when pressed hard to engage ESP it was barely noticed, in fact the average joe wouldnt at all - except for a warning light
Yes the Auto trans is very good - it adapts quickly to different driving styles

[HazzaHSV]

Sounds good. But I meant axle tramp as in, rev to a few grand and dump the clutch and not hear knock knock knock from the wheels bouncing up and down. :stick: I understand if people are reluctant though, so would I if I had a new VE beastie..


I drove through some very windy, rough & corrugated stretches of road. One of the noticable things is the stability under acceleration over uneven surfaces. Also when pressed hard to engage ESP it was barely noticed, in fact the average joe wouldnt at all - except for a warning light
Yes the Auto trans is very good - it adapts quickly to different driving styles

[HSVMAN]

Sounds good. But I meant axle tramp as in, rev to a few grand and dump the clutch and not hear knock knock knock from the wheels bouncing up and down. :stick: I understand if people are reluctant though, so would I if I had a new VE beastie..
Didnt try that one......
Given the componentry of the new rear end I doubt axle tramp will occur.
Solid bearings for up/down movement and bushes for fore/aft movement restrict vibration and "axle tramp" whilst absorbing forward moving impact but allowing torsional damping. Not to mention an excellent traction control system

[SSV8pilot]

Sounds good. But I meant axle tramp as in, rev to a few grand and dump the clutch and not hear knock knock knock from the wheels bouncing up and down. :stick: I understand if people are reluctant though, so would I if I had a new VE beastie..

One question....WHY?

Isn't it a bit like over revving in gear one just to see if the noise is still loud? :stick:

[HazzaHSV]

Errr.. what?

No its about not getting annoying bouncy bouncy rear wheels when slightly losing traction doing some spirited driving or a drag run/motorkhana/track day etc.

One question....WHY?
Isn't it a bit like over revving in gear one just to see if the noise is still loud? :stick:

[SSV8pilot]

Errr.. what?

No its about not getting annoying bouncy bouncy rear wheels when slightly losing traction doing some spirited driving or a drag run/motorkhana/track day etc.

Fair enough.............I'm just a street driver (not a track driver) - hence the question.

[761gmj]

thanks mate, this is great information for a prospective buyer. Sounds like they are the goods.

[dnutt]

Carby, Do you have any fuel economy figures yet?
Any idea on the RPM in sixth gear at highway speed?

[Carby]

Carby, Do you have any fuel economy figures yet?
Any idea on the RPM in sixth gear at highway speed?


Bit early for fuel economy but on a run on Saturday of about 46Ks (roughly 20k's of freeway) computer readout was 10.4L/100k.

Good question on the RPM in Sixth - I'll check that out.

Someone asked about lumbar support for the passenger side front seat - just confirm it does not have one.

Also just another thing of note - for those who like to keep a shiny dash (like me!) it may be a bit harder to apply the armour all now, as the dash surface has square indents all over it , that to me look like they will hold little pools of protectorant and be hard to remove with a cloth. I'll check that out on the week end.

[Stevotski]

Bit early for fuel economy but on a run on Saturday of about 46Ks (roughly 20k's of freeway) computer readout was 10.4L/100k.

Good question on the RPM in Sixth - I'll check that out.

Someone asked about lumbar support for the passenger side front seat - just confirm it does not have one.

Also just another thing of note - for those who like to keep a shiny dash (like me!) it may be a bit harder to apply the armour all now, as the dash surface has square indents all over it , that to me look like they will hold little pools of protectorant and be hard to remove with a cloth. I'll check that out on the week end.


before you apply armorall to your new dash - DON'T !!!!!!!

Have a search in here for the effects of the silicon in armorall before you apply it

[Carby]

OK will do - thanks for the warning!!

[VXS]

Amorall and sun cooks dash boards!!!

Absolute crap stuff, trust me, i've seen proof.....:bawl:

[Marco]

Keep us updated on the fuel economy if you would - planning to buy a VE SS but it might just be an SV6 depending on how fuel prices go.

I agree that the VE seats do seem to be a step backward from the VZ seats, but having sat in a VE SS a few times they are very comfortable seats all the same. Not sure about the Omega/SV6 seats though.

[Road Warrior]

Stuff Armor All, use Mr Sheen. You can get the silicon-free type with lemon scent :)

[Black_Utester]

Keep us updated on the fuel economy if you would - planning to buy a VE SS but it might just be an SV6 depending on how fuel prices go.

I agree that the VE seats do seem to be a step backward from the VZ seats, but having sat in a VE SS a few times they are very comfortable seats all the same. Not sure about the Omega/SV6 seats though.

Test drove the SV6 auto on the weekend and it was quite impressive. The seats if referring to the rear are all the same across the range in the design aspect. That is, the seating angle, dimensions, etc. Front seats differs slightly in each model.

Definitely impressed with the handling and responsiveness. Even my better half liked it!

[dnutt]

Hey carby, hope you are enjoying your new ride.
Just wondering how the fuel economy is going for highway use?

[CLUB_819]

Hey guys in my clubby the lower bolsters are too big in my opinion, like people who aren't used to it can hardly get out of the thing. And getting in and out all day you wear out the top of the lower bolster.

Congrats on the purchase, seen a couple of sv6's on the road now, ges they look great.

Before would get a XR6 instead but now, no chance.

Cheers
Scotty

[Carby]

Hey carby, hope you are enjoying your new ride.
Just wondering how the fuel economy is going for highway use?


Short city trips the car is returning 10.6L/100 km.

We took it on a run to Bathurst and got down to 8.6L 100 km but it averaged out to 9.2 l 100km. Overall, the car is about 1 litre per 100km more thirsty than our old VZ SV6 6M.

One thing I can tell you - in 6th gear the thing won't go up any hill - it is only for cruising on the flat, best to change down a gear before the uphill grade starts.

However, I reckon overall the car is about a 50% better than the old SV6!!:)

[Black_Utester]

Thanks Carby for the update.

I just got confirmation today that our fleet management has received my request and has submitted tenders for my new ride. Am looking forward to it.

[Carby]

I think you really has something to look forward to!!:yup:

[EddieVE06]

Hi All

Just wanted to see whether there were any updates on the fuel consumptioon of the sv6.

I am considering either an sv6 or ss and i really want the ss but fuel and all, family, etc make me lean towards the sv6.

I know for a fact that if there is only a couple of litres per 100km between the 2 i might just go for the ss.

Am more interested in the city suburban figures if anyone has any as country driving doesn't happen often and i know both would be good on open roads.

Thanks heaps
Eddie

[Black_Utester]

Hi All

Just wanted to see whether there were any updates on the fuel consumptioon of the sv6.

I am considering either an sv6 or ss and i really want the ss but fuel and all, family, etc make me lean towards the sv6.

I know for a fact that if there is only a couple of litres per 100km between the 2 i might just go for the ss.

Am more interested in the city suburban figures if anyone has any as country driving doesn't happen often and i know both would be good on open roads.

Thanks heaps
Eddie



Just coming up to 3 weeks old and done over a 1000kms. Averaging about 12l/100kms with mostly cit/suburban driving with a burst of highway driving.

It all depends on what time of day you are driving around the city. Peak hour would usually get the fuel consumption up.

Enjoy the new the ride whatever you choose. :driving:

[EddieVE06]

Just coming up to 3 weeks old and done over a 1000kms. Averaging about 12l/100kms with mostly cit/suburban driving with a burst of highway driving.

It all depends on what time of day you are driving around the city. Peak hour would usually get the fuel consumption up.

Enjoy the new the ride whatever you choose. :driving:

Thanks for that. Have a Vectra 2.2 at the moment which we are looking to get rid of and that pulls around 11lt/100km all suburban and city so frankly 12 to me from a v6 with almost double the power sounds very nice.
Would love to hear some suburban results for the SS

[EddieVE06]

Well, I picked up my new VE Nickel SV6 Auto on Saturday afternoon and have placed 400km on the clock due to a busy weekend. As much as I always wanted the SS I have to admit I'm really happy with the SV6. Got a few extra options on it like tint, sports wheel and leather shifter and I think it lifts the interior a little.
Drove it all day Saturday and Sunday in our 43 degree heat with 4 in the car and had fuel usage of around 13lt/100km. Its now at around 12lt. I'm happy with that as the vectra we have (4pot) is running 11lt and the sv6 is a dream to drive.
I think the steering is just awesome point and it goes no need for adjustments anywhere along a corner or long curve. The brakes seem to need a fair stomp to get them going. Power I'm happy with and the auto i really like. Its responsive just touch the pedal during driving and it upshifts quickly and easily. I found the suspension a lot better than my previous vy. The VE just soaks up the bumps however I did find that over some bigger bumps there is still the thump sound evident that comes through the cabin....maybe i'm asking for a little too much now.
Interior fit and finish looks fine to me at this stage. Everything is aligned and straight.
One thing I found on sunday given the heat was near the headlight switch there seemed to be hot air coming through the actual switch.
The seats i think could have been better especially around the side bolsters. I haven't driven it to hard as yet but I find that the body tends to roll a little to much.

Took a few people for a spin and they really liked the ve.

my only gripe is the passanger door squeaks already when opening it and my seat belt buckle creaks while driving which the dealer said wait till the first service but i doubt i'll be able to wait that long

[KRAKA05]

Congrat Eddie

I think you will enjoy the ride....

[CC2005]

The first noticeable difference is the steering, very precise, much lighter when you initially take off and no constant little movements required when on the freeway to keep it straight.

Well I and a couple of others have received the exactly opposite to you. Mine requires constant corrections on the freeway or any road that is not flat, that hasn't formed tracking contours.

I would say for this aspect alone this is the worst (steering) car I have ever owned.

I took delivery in July 07 and have reported the problem. In typical dealer fashion. "There’s no problem with the alignment you've got to adjust to it". I could elaborate but I will not as I've still got other avenues to pursue.

I wouldn't recommend the SV6 vehicle. I'd think twice about accepting one as a gift if I had a choice of vehicles.

I have had my share of Holdens and Commodore series vehicles. 8+

[EddieVE06]

CC2005, have you had an alignment done since picking it up. The dealer may have done an alignment but I wouldn't trust them. Maybe find a good store that does a good alignment. I had mine aligned shortly after i got it and frankly the front was out of whack and the back was even worse. From what I remember toe in was like 7 degrees which was causing alot of skipping around corners....just a thought

[Black_Utester]

Well I and a couple of others have received the exactly opposite to you. Mine requires constant corrections on the freeway or any road that is not flat, that hasn't formed tracking contours.

I would say for this aspect alone this is the worst (steering) car I have ever owned.

I took delivery in July 07 and have reported the problem. In typical dealer fashion. "There’s no problem with the alignment you've got to adjust to it". I could elaborate but I will not as I've still got other avenues to pursue.

I wouldn't recommend the SV6 vehicle. I'd think twice about accepting one as a gift if I had a choice of vehicles.

I have had my share of Holdens and Commodore series vehicles. 8+

Is your basis on all SV6's all based on your own drive? Have you tried others? Sorry, will have to disagree with you here totally! Get a second opinion from another service centre.

[Danv8]

Is your basis on all SV6's all based on your own drive? Have you tried others? Sorry, will have to disagree with you here totally! Get a second opinion from another service centre.

I concur get a second opinion because you really cannot tar them all with the one brush.

[Wonky]

Definitely take it to a reputable steering and suspension place and get a 4 wheel alignment. Many dealers don't even have their own alignment equipment anyway and there have been a number of people who've found that the VE factory alignment is well off...... :(

I've had mine aligned when it was lowered and it tracks dead straight on flat roads and points really well.

[CC2005]

I concur get a second opinion because you really cannot tar them all with the one brush.


I'm not stating that all are the same, although to some it may look that's how it is written? I'm very disappointed that mine and two others that I'm aware of are tarred with the same brush. The other two were my benchmark after my experience. I must say when initially reading in this forum the first time that my case was not the normal experience.

I got very jacked off when I told there was nothing wrong with the alignment and they made a point that they did not charge me for the check. I notified the dealer to this problem as with the broken console trim prior to the first service. (They fixed the console trim only for it to fall off several hours after being fixed?) I was also told this just may be, quote "It's probably just the nature of the beast". What absolute dump drop kick even states such a thing, someone that has little more that a room temperature I.Q. Well I basically stated well tame the beast. I could rant on but get nowhere and waste forum space.

I'll do as suggested here in the forum and get the wheel alignment done elsewhere. This hopefully will make it an enjoyable car to drive like the majority's here.

Thank you for the input.

[paul05]

We traded in the wifes 17 month old VZ SV6 manual for a VE SV6 manual and I have to tell you the driving experience is very much different. We have only had the vehicle for 4 days, but driving the new SV6 over some familiar roads has revealed that dynamically it is a far superior car to the VZ.

The first noticeable difference is the steering, very precise, much lighter when you initially take off and no constant little movements required when on the freeway to keep it straight. The seating is comfortable and you notice there is less glass around you, and the car seems to sit a bit higher than the VZ. The car feels very solid and it handles bumpy roads with ridiculous ease. Something you would not notice until you have driven both cars. The handling is much better, the VZ was quite the understeerer, whilst pushed hard I think the VE also has understeer tendancies but come at a much higher level - also has some body roll, but man does it feel glued to the road. The brakes are better but still not what I would call sufficient for such a large car. The rotors look puny behind the 18 " wheels! My standard brakes on the GTO are much better and there would be not much difference in the weights of the two vehicles - so put that down as a brickbat. Also must mention the throttle, in the VZ it felt like it was on delay, in the VE it takes off like a scalded rabbit - quite sensitive but very rewarding. I have no doubt it is quicker in a straight line than the old VZ which I can't workout why, given the extra weight and small increase in power (195 to 190 kw). The gearthrow is noticeably shorter and smoother, as is the engine, it is not as loud at revs and the dual exhausts actually sound quite good from outside the car.

So the above sums up my driving impressions. Interior wise a huge improvement, feels bigger, comfortable seats, better use of the trip computer via the steering wheel, more features eg variable intermitent wipers, which incidently when the washer is used is brilliant, the whole screen gets a wash!

Gripes? well there are a few minor items: the red dash illumination I dislike immensely (wife loves it) just as bad as the Mazda 3 's at work, also seemed to suffer from glare in the daytime at certain angles, the blinkers are NOISY, the plastic on the doors are very hard and cheap feeling and the brakes could be bigger in my opinion.

We love the car, but who doesn't love their new purchase? but this VE feels very tight and strong - the first time you tug on the steering wheel you will notice this is like no other Commodore. I'm glad we have changed early and can't wait to drive the thing again on the weekend, only time I can prise it off the wife!!!
i know this want exite people on this forum but we waited to see any dilemmas of the omega and sv6's and drove a few from work(company cars)before making our decision on a company car.well safice to say we were very disappointed with the v6 commodores,and chose an aurion,do your selfs a favour ,it makes the commodore look bad and leaves it for dead in every way.i have been a holden man all my life and was disgusted in the build quality and driving experience of the sv6 and omega and also the power delivery compared to the orion.
the the company commodores also have ran into transmission failures and interior fitment problems.

[Carby]

Well each to their own and I'm sure that there are some aspects of the Aurion that are superior to the Holden. Interesting to note that WHEELS some time back tested the Aurion, Falcon, Commodore and 380 sporty 6 cylinders and suffice to say the Aurion was not considered as good as the old XR6

[redvxr8clubby]

One thing I can tell you - in 6th gear the thing won't go up any hill - it is only for cruising on the flat, best to change down a gear before the uphill grade starts.


Sounds like a VX R8 I know, anything less than about 2000 RPM in 6th and there's not much acceleration. Drop a gear (or 2) then there's some action happening.