F-Type V8 R. Blue vs Grey. Facelift vs Pre-Facelift.

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Tel wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:05 pm Series I will always be the most handsome model and the most sought after model in years to come because of its purity.

The vent bars on the second car are very Porsche 'esq.
Go for a RWD and you get rid of the double bubble bonnet bulge.
Would you really recomend a RWD for someone who lives in England? lots of rain and snow in winter.
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The grey one is a much better colour/wheel combo.
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landminerepairs wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:09 pm
Tel wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:05 pm Series I will always be the most handsome model and the most sought after model in years to come because of its purity.

The vent bars on the second car are very Porsche 'esq.
Go for a RWD and you get rid of the double bubble bonnet bulge.
Would you really recomend a RWD for someone who lives in England? lots of rain and snow in winter.
Sure, why not?

I live in England and have driven RWD through the winters with rain and snow.

If the driving skills are not up to scratch, or you're unable to let 10 psi out of the two rear tyres, then sure, lean on the AWD nannies, but be prepared for overall higher running costs and higher rates of wear and tear, not mentioning weight penalty to an already heavy car.
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Tel wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:18 pm
landminerepairs wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:09 pm
Tel wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 7:05 pm Series I will always be the most handsome model and the most sought after model in years to come because of its purity.

The vent bars on the second car are very Porsche 'esq.
Go for a RWD and you get rid of the double bubble bonnet bulge.
Would you really recomend a RWD for someone who lives in England? lots of rain and snow in winter.
Sure, why not?

I live in England and have driven RWD through the winters with rain and snow.

If the driving skills are not up to scratch, or you're unable to let 10 psi out of the two rear tyres, then sure, lean on the AWD nannies, but be prepared for overall higher running costs and higher rates of wear and tear, not mentioning weight penalty to an already heavy car.
Ok,

RWD models tend to be older. I am looking at one from 2014 and its a decent price. I know it has the hydraulic steering which I would prefer but I am also already used to the electronic type steering in my V6S.

But it withwith RWD being older, aren't they a bit a of harder ride? I've seen many people saying the newer AWD models from 2016 are more refined and better for long trips etc while the older AWD are bit more fun if you take it to a track perhaps..

I'd love to hear your thoughts.
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Sounds like you are looking at a V8S as opposed to the R? (Had one) It has hydraulic steering.
2015/16 you can get RWD, electric steering.

During 2015 the design team shod a lot of weight from the F-type by going electrical steering, loosing the second stop/start battery and all the crap that's associated with opening/closing the exhaust valves, compressors, plumbing et al. They actually have the best pwr/weight ratio of all F-types.

The AWD is a lot, lot heavier towards the front end. I guess this must be compensated with higher damping rates, to cope and may feel softer? The ride of the SVR (had one) compared to the RWD was identical to me (ordinary driver).
We have done trips to South France without losing a filling ;-) The only caveat is the stupid seam that runs down the centre of both seats which is damn uncomfortable.
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ITG Maxogen Cold air intake kit
Billet OBD lock
Forged lightweight Blades
Full custom Xpel Ultimate PPF wrap
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Blue is very marmite. Plus car stands out enough as it is without drawing even more attention.
Halogens are very dated now too.
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Pacemaker1000 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 8:04 pm Blue is very marmite.
That's brown, surely? :lol:
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Pacemaker1000 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 8:04 pm Blue is very marmite.
You're right, my V6S is the same blue. Most people love it but a good amount don't care for it. Still everyone loves the car πŸ˜‚
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simpleR wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 5:17 pm Grey one is sold and was car number 57941.
Its been sold?
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landminerepairs wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 9:37 pm
simpleR wrote: ↑Mon Sep 20, 2021 5:17 pm Grey one is sold and was car number 57941.
Its been sold?
The advert said sold earlier today when I was looking at what number F-Type it was, however it now doesn't say that so presume it's still available!
400 Sport AWD - MY18 - Black, pano roof and thats about it 8-)
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