New Member, researching 182 purchase.

[skidude]

Hi All,

Currently drive two cars:

2009 Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo, 4.0L Inline six, 362hp, 533nm torque, stock. (328rwhp)(393 lb/ft)
5.1sec 0-100, 12.8sec 400m on street tyres.
Shes a quick car in a straight line but handling isn't so good as she weighs 1760kgs.

1999 Volvo s40 - SLUG


I have decided to sell the volvo and obtain a hot hatch to use as a daily driver and set up as a semi track (circuit only) car. It's come down to a 182 cup or a Peugeot 206 gti 180.

I'm leaning to the 182 cup as it seems that it will cost less to build one up to the specs I want ( cold air induction, coil over suspension, tune, exhaust, etc).

Any tips would be appreciated.

Regards,
Allan.

 

[skidude]

I know you guys don't get the Falcon in Europe so heres a pic so you know what I'm talking about.

 

[DrR]

206 GTIs are pretty useless apparently, 182 is the way to go.

 

[ForceIndia]

No. 206gti 180's are very decent with a bit of work. Bin the 17's for 16's, get a short shifter. Very decent cars then, and nicer looking imo.

 

[chris182cup]

I'm selling my 182

 

[Triki]

I'm selling my 182

Are you willing to post ?

 

[chris182cup]

In the mail? Might be a bit expensive / pick it up drive it back home lol

 

[drhowser]

All the variants of 1*2's will cost a similar amount to track prep.

The only thing I will say is that a 182 cup has a more limited choice when it comes to suspension (unless you are buying serious kit) as they have a different bolt spacing on the hubs.

 

[skidude]

Thanks for the replies.

Looks like I might be better off saving the dollars and buying a 172. Money saved can go towards modifications.