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[cheeky_chops]

I wasn't informed of a number but was told that there were a remaining 6 left as of last Saturday.

have you ordered one ratty??

the way i understand it, those 6 dont include dealer cars (about 6-8)

Also, the number you are allocated (the order number i think) wont be the actual number on the car... shame, 3 is the missus lucky number.....

[ratboiler]

yep! ordered last Saturday from Lance Owen deposit paid delivery quoted as Sept/Oct That's why I posted a few questions like do I need the suspension and exhaust mods. I didn't take them up but will do if, I get the feed back.

[cheeky_chops]

yep!
ordered last Saturday from Lance Owen deposit paid delivery quoted as Sept/Oct That's why I posted a few questions like do I need the suspension and exhaust mods.
I didn't take them up but will do if, I get the feed back.

Good choice

WRT the suspension..... Not sure yet! Do you do trackdays?? I am waiting to see how the ohlins in roadsetup handle B-roads as i live in the sticks! They will be a 2k(?) aftermarket cost so 1k is very reasonable I also love the look of a car with adjustables "bouncings" around a corner

VXR Zorst.... Its a miltek. I have a full miltek on my 2.2 (it wont swap to a turbo) and its sounds great, not too loud. 500 for the backbox is abit pricey. Best off going std, then getting a full system later. Also means you can swap it back to maximise resale value later too.

[ratboiler]

Thanks for the information Cheeky chops, please let me know how the Ohlins fair up. I have already voiced my concerns re speed bumps, and had a few replies, which do not seem to be a problem. I have Ohlins fitted to my motorbike and they are great, and must admit to being tempted, but if they are really only for the track then I will stick with the standard set up. Same goes for the exhaust really, I will stick with the standard then pick up a full system provided Vauxhall will cover it on the warrenty. I noticed in Top gear the VXR is car of the month , also noted that if you look at the pictures there are two cars involved, so for those interested. VXR No KE04 GYH Featured in top gear Mag VXR No KE04 GWW Featured in top gear Mag VXR No KE04 GWX Driven by me at Sandown Ther is also a write up of the VXR with pictures in car Mag

[cheeky_chops]

VXR No KE04 GWX Driven by me at Sandown

VXR No KE04 GYH Driven by me around Luton

What was the sus. setup you drove ratty?? impression? (mine <HERE> if you havent seen it)

[wickywire]

GYH was the one at brunters

[Mani]

what was the reason given Mani?? Everyones or just yours?? If there is a problem with the wheels, the paint finish, whatever, fine. Its a very low volume car and i expect some issues and i am sure vauxhall QA will come thru(i hope )

But dont let them get away with just "its delayed...."

No reason given what so ever.....by the way I met Neil at Bruntigthorpe and he said that my black interior was done and fitted. At Bruntingthorpe he said it should be ready at end of week......I wonder whether there are some QC issues....

if it is QC issues then I rather wait until its sorted...mind you they did not take too much time building 5 press cars...

will let you know once I have spoken to Stu

Mani

[ratboiler]

Cheeky It had a half Miltec exhaust which sounded nice, not sure I would pay 500 just for the sound and 7 bhp but a full system might be an idea. Suspension was standard as far as I remember and felt the same as the vxt around the town, I did not get chance to try it on the open road.

[cheeky_chops]

will let you know once I have spoken to Stu

And?? Any news??

[Mani]

well....spoke to Stu on Tuesday...it seems that they were waiting to get my black seats in. The car is otherwise complete and I should have it by Friday or Monday.... So, if it comes on Monday, the dealer will prep and supaguard......Wednesday armourfend coming and doing their bit....which means it should be ready for me to pick up on Wed pm... then will need to put at least 1000 miles before Luxemburg trip.... lots of evenings out good news is that the 1st customer car was delivered on Tuesday.....so things are on the move Mani ps some good reviews in the car mags!!!

[cheeky_chops]

good news is that the 1st customer car was delivered on Tuesday.....so things are on the move

Lovely

Just need to know how many they are doing/plan to do a week to get an idea of when my beastie is coming

[Mani]

Cheeky C just got a text from Stu.....mine will be ready by tommorow lunch time! cant wait.....mind you have not reached the sleepless night with excitement stage yet.......but I am sure wont get any sleep the night before delivery Mani

[wickywire]

Mine which is No.41 was going to be ready for end of August early September. However i'm trying to secure No. 25 (minime's old one) and that is due at the end of this month or beginning of September. Spoke to Neil and he says that they plan to build 3 to 5 a week. 5 being the increase in building the VXR's. There are no plans to increase it from 5 as the original deal was around 3 a week. Will find out tomorrow if No. 25 is mine.

[cheeky_chops]

Spoke to Neil and he says that they plan to build 3 to 5 a week.

[wickywire]

Cheeky, yours will probably arrive late august time.

[Louise]

Cheeky C

just got a text from Stu.....mine will be ready by tommorow lunch time!

cant wait.....mind you have not reached the sleepless night with excitement stage yet.......but I am sure wont get any sleep the night before delivery


Mani

Have you picked it up yet or about too?

Post a piccie when you get it

[cheeky_chops]

Post a piccie when you get it

[Slobber] yea!! We want pictures * [/slobber]











* even though it aint a "true" VXR being yellow

[Mani]

well guys an' gals car has been completed should land in Birmingham on Monday or Tuesday depending on Logistics I will be picking up my baby on Wednesday (fingers crossed)....and ofcourse there will be pictures Mani very excited now .....

[Mani]

* even though it aint a "true" VXR being yellow

yep you are right.....its not a normal VXR.......because its a



Lighting yellow VXR!!! aka "The Daddy"!


Mani

[cheeky_chops]

Mani Updated list 05. mani - Complete - Due pickup 14 July 10.HF_evolution 11. rasputin 12. annie - ohlins 13. joss - ohlins minime - cancelled 26. Spratbegonda or Graham at picador? 34. vxr220 39. cheeky chops - ohlins? 41. wickywire - ohlins/stickers 50. VXRandy 56. ryder - ohlins 63. sixspeed HF_evolution, rasputin, annie, joss - whats the latest on yours?? Any others to add??

Edited by cheeky_chops, 09 July 2004 - 05:11 PM.