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I was very disappointed with the EVO that I drove at Bedford Autodrome, think it was a VI - the new ones may be better. Alfa - Ive had loads of them, great cars, with genuine character. Depreciate quickly, but still a great car.

sent him a pm, but dont think hes around. Dealers got me one to try out this lunchtime after much pestering. Just want to check it fits in the garage really.

Its the front wings that worry me a bit, and the door sills. I know Ill get one whatever the difficulties though :D

had another trip to the dealer today, mutually agreeable deal struck, the red one is on its way subject to a trial fitting in our garage at home (if only they could find a demo car:()

LOL, if scuffed wheels are a new trend then Ive been a fashion king for years :D

Its 191mm wider between the mirrors than a 172/182. Cant work out why, but the brochure that I have says 1639mm for the 182 and 1830 for the V6. I actually doubt the accuracy of this. It wouldnt go though my garage door if that figure is accurate. Theres no doubt that the fronts a lot wider...

Thanks James - thats the 1810 measurement then?

Could some kind soul tell me the width of a V6 Mk2 between the front arches please? I need to work out whether itll fit in the space that the 172s nose currently occupies. The rest of the car wont be a problem.

I have a quote for £23136 from one of the brokers, going to take this to the local dealer and see how close they can get. £24500 would be ok.

LOL! Thank God there isnt a Cup version of the V6. Life was easy when all you could buy was a silver 172!

Fingers crossed Steve. Does your policy simply provide you with a replacement Vee, or will you have to muck around sourcing another one?

bottom 2 pics could be different cars!

seeing my dealer on Wednesday, will sign on the dotted line then, and see what delivery options emerge. Dont really want the car until after the Spa trip, so end of September would be good. Unless of course theres one in stock somewhere :devilish:

mine mine mine!!!

Renault seem to be doing a good job of keeping the new car a secret this time.

cheers mate youre a (y)

Id love to see the V6 video - can you upload it please?

I did learn last night that Liquid Yellow is available on the Vee, having sobered-up a little now im leaning back towards the red though. I guess itll be easier to get hold of one in a standard colour too.

buy my 172!

Maximum power: 108,920 hp at 102 rpm Maximum torque: 5,608,312 lb/ft at 102rpm Even at its most efficient power setting, the big 14 consumes 1,660 gallons of heavy fuel oil per hour. Blimey.

Hmmm, pity that yellow isnt the same as the 182 yellow colour. Red then :devilish:

fronts only ever last me about 6k - could well be that theyre past their best.

Amazing. Where do I sign? :D

any nice pics of yours???

yes buying new. Will very probably get red.

I took my life (and my wallet) in my hands this morning and popped into our local dealer, collected all the blurb. Next door is a Nissan garage, they had a couple of 350Zs, which seems to be same price / performance etc. Nice car, but just a nice car, could hardly call it a stunning car...

aha theres no window - couldnt remember - last time I was in one was at Curborough with you :D

Im lucky enough to have had a trouble-free ownership experience, and my local dealer is good. Famous last words probably....

youll probably be the first to know ian! 99% red but that yellow is soooo nice - just a load of extra money.

lol, strictly commando for us Kathy ;) Surprised to hear you can put luggage on top of the engine cover - can you open the window between the engine bay and the passenger compartment for long things (thinking skis here)?