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Cheers R8TDL, too many people who feel their cars are better than they actually are. This is from a MK1/MK2 172 & now 182 cupped owner. The only reason for my apparent idiocy is that as a company car they have given all that could be asked for the allowance.
I would roll over for a larger allowance, and the V6
I would roll over for a larger allowance, and the V6
I'd take one (mk2) over any other Renaultsport Clio. Faster or not.
Always nice to have a poke at the V6 owners though. lol.
The Cup maybe almost as fast - But you could buy a cheap turbo something or other (like on of those awful Glanza things), get it chipped and it'll be faster than a Cup......... But I know which I'd rather be seen in
Always nice to have a poke at the V6 owners though. lol.
The Cup maybe almost as fast - But you could buy a cheap turbo something or other (like on of those awful Glanza things), get it chipped and it'll be faster than a Cup......... But I know which I'd rather be seen in
Nippy white cup
I love the V6...the sound, the looks are fantastic. But....Matt Black had a mk1 V6 and I had just got my Cup (less than 1000 miles on it) and we had a play on the motorway. Him on his own and me and Nic in mine. 60mph roll upto over banning speeds and we were exactly the same. I do understand the attraction of the V but If I could afford £20k+ I would be looking elsewhere.
Chris
Chris
ph1 172
I had a ride in one down the m11 from cambridge with no engine cover on (earplugs anybody) in the dark.
You could come up behind people and they would move out the way like the devil was sitting behind them. Ive only ever had this in cars costing 4+ times as much.
Its not the sort of car you want to crash though (money wise) the RRP's of the panels are stupid £1300+ for rear 1/4, £1000+ for a sill, £800+ for a front wing. You could easily write one off without any shell/suspension damage.
You could come up behind people and they would move out the way like the devil was sitting behind them. Ive only ever had this in cars costing 4+ times as much.
Its not the sort of car you want to crash though (money wise) the RRP's of the panels are stupid £1300+ for rear 1/4, £1000+ for a sill, £800+ for a front wing. You could easily write one off without any shell/suspension damage.
3 MPS, MX5
I don't think anyone has mentioned the rear wheel drive.
The V6 is nothing like any other Clio to drive, theres no torque steer and the weighting in the steering is completely different, and like everyone else has said the times mean nothing. You wouldn't compare say, a Porsche Boxster to the 172/182 as its completely different to drive although hardly any quicker. Just because the Clio V6 is a Clio it is that much different to drive. IMO obviously
I'm not slating either the 172 or 182, I've had them in the past (well ex-wife has) and they are great cars for the money.
Quicker doesn't always mean better
The V6 is nothing like any other Clio to drive, theres no torque steer and the weighting in the steering is completely different, and like everyone else has said the times mean nothing. You wouldn't compare say, a Porsche Boxster to the 172/182 as its completely different to drive although hardly any quicker. Just because the Clio V6 is a Clio it is that much different to drive. IMO obviously
I'm not slating either the 172 or 182, I've had them in the past (well ex-wife has) and they are great cars for the money.
Quicker doesn't always mean better
MK1 V6 Lutecia / 197
Its clear now that there are some sensible folk on this forum. I've made note of you all!
The ones who normally chime in when V6 is mentioned to "have a go" in a completley negative "V6's are shite" way are nowhere to be seen...!
Thank God for that...as it's so peaceful, relaxed and friendly. UIn fact this is the first thread I've actually read on here in 5 years where there has been no ego's!
Fancy a spin off forum guys...?
And it won't cost a fiver either...a bit like www.v6clio.net and the membership cards are superior!
The ones who normally chime in when V6 is mentioned to "have a go" in a completley negative "V6's are shite" way are nowhere to be seen...!
Thank God for that...as it's so peaceful, relaxed and friendly. UIn fact this is the first thread I've actually read on here in 5 years where there has been no ego's!
Fancy a spin off forum guys...?
And it won't cost a fiver either...a bit like www.v6clio.net and the membership cards are superior!
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/92187.htm
Look at that and then try to find another RS with the same 'wow' factor...
Look at that and then try to find another RS with the same 'wow' factor...
Octy VRS
Mate bought a MK2 V6 the other week and let me out in it up the A3 so got to stretch it's legs. Initial impression from a standing start I wasn't as impressed as I thought I would be. The midrange however kicks arse and completely shadows my 182. Felt very light at the front end though at high speed but I'm sure you would get used to it. I'd have one if I could afford it!
Oh, and the sound of the engine...........
Oh, and the sound of the engine...........
M
M7CUO_V6
SimonV6 said:R8TDL, V6's are awesome, as long as they are Mk2's
Simon
And whats wrong with a mk1?
3 MPS, MX5
18ME said:Or even better a 255....http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/86492.htm
Nah, too common! :approve:
Blue Mk1 for me...
Mint Clio Valver!
NOS the v6. just for a larf. why not!
Renault Clio v6 MK2
M7CUO_V6 said:
I like the way you said 'dry B roads'
MK1 V6 Lutecia / 197
Tom....are you registered over at www.V6clio.net ???
You'll find a load of interesting and useful information over there and the members are very friendly!
You'll find a load of interesting and useful information over there and the members are very friendly!
