More 380 pics....

380 · 25-09-2005, 07:18 PM

I know this has been posted in in the Streetcomomdores forum (the person who supplied the photos) and also the AMC forum as well as Dave au who has posted them in the other 380 thread, but I think they deserve their own thread as some people who have already viewed the 380 thread would not view it again and see them. So what do you think?

mcflux · 25-09-2005, 07:29 PM

It looks pretty good!

I'd be very interested in its on-road performance. Not that I want to buy one.

From looks alone, it is a vast improvement on the outgoing Magna (ie, it is actually an attractive car!), and I hope the 380 has good sales here.

Forgive my ignorance but are any of these coming out in AWD? I could picture one with the torque splitter set/modified for 100% rear bias :Reverend:

-Dave-

watever · 25-09-2005, 07:31 PM

is that the vr-x version?

380 · 25-09-2005, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by watever

is that the vr-x version?

Yes i think this is the VR-X version but I'm not sure.

sfr rob · 25-09-2005, 07:41 PM

I am waiting till the series 2 version of it, then buying one.... for the business, of course! haha
it really is nice!!!

Smoke Pursuit · 25-09-2005, 07:33 PM

Looks good...

Should be a top car if it lives up to all the Hype about it!

GlennBA · 25-09-2005, 07:39 PM

not a fan..

watever · 25-09-2005, 07:42 PM

i like....

TIKFD6 · 25-09-2005, 08:26 PM

Maaaate, that looks so noice.
Heaps nicer than the current one, which is only spoiled by the BIG lighted front

EL_futuraistic · 25-09-2005, 08:36 PM

Yeah there is the VRX and also a GT version. I am not sure what the difference is, but both have the body kit and bigger wheels. I think thats the VRX model.

Clever idea having tail-light spoilers also

INJECTED_250 · 25-09-2005, 08:36 PM

HAHAHAHAHA... HAHAHAHA ..... if any one here works at mitsa.. then id get realy to fill out a dole form.... Just as crap as the current one

rodderz · 25-09-2005, 09:05 PM

Not too bad, I think they will sell quite a few and reach a bigger audience

The only bad thing I can say from those pics is that it suffers from the "****y wheel/large wheelarch" syndrome like the hilux

Bossxr8 · 26-09-2005, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by rodderz

Not too bad, I think they will sell quite a few and reach a bigger audience

The only bad thing I can say from those pics is that it suffers from the "****y wheel/large wheelarch" syndrome like the hilux

Agree totally. If thats the sports model then god help them. ****y little wheels and high suspension do not make a sports model, but then again this is the cardigan car company. That steering wheel is ugly too.

johnydep · 05-10-2005, 10:22 PM

Here is another picture and some more info;

http://www.drive.com.au/editorial/ar...vf=0&bg=8&pp=2

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After one of the most difficult gestation periods in the development of a new, locally produced large car, the moment has arrived for the unveiling of Mitsubishi Australia's great automotive hope, the 380.

It's a V6-powered, four-door sedan that will pitch its credentials against the entrenched (but ageing) stalwarts of the Australian large-car scene, Holden's Commodore and Ford's Falcon, and against suave imports in the medium-sized car market such as the Mazda6, Honda Accord Euro and Subaru Liberty.

Then there's Toyota's local Camry and Avalon.

It's a car that Mitsubishi has spent $600 million developing, including $250 million on equipment and process upgrades to its South Australian Tonsley car plant, and its future as a local manufacturer depends on its success.

The 380 is set for its public unveiling on October 13 at the Sydney motor show, a milestone some believed would never come.

Chucky · 25-09-2005, 09:06 PM

Very safe design.. The rear reminds me of the XR range rear bumper.

If that's the hot version then they need to do better. Wheels are way too small & the bodykit or lack there of needs a fraction more work..

Overall it's not too bad a design though..

HEMI POWER · 25-09-2005, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 380

I know this has been posted in in the Streetcomomdores forum (the person who supplied the photos) and also the AMC forum as well as Dave au who has posted them in the other 380 thread, but I think they deserve their own thread as some people who have already viewed the 380 thread would not view it again and see them. So what do you think?

I like it.A vast improvement over the last range.

AU-MUSTD · 25-09-2005, 09:18 PM

Love it at first glance it looks good and the interier looks the part. Dont like the rear window though for a five seat family car.

The Taipan · 25-09-2005, 09:20 PM

Well the 380 seems well received amongst the Ford community, but I'm still not
convinced. I like the finish on the back end, but the high boot line may
make reversing a bit of a chore.

Like the dash, but not so much the steering wheel, maybe that might grow on
me, but its just a little odd... arty for the sake of being different
rather than better... HVAC is difficult to see, but looks a bit behind the
current standard. I will upgrade my "like the dash" comment, the instrument
display looks downright pretty! There is a lot there that reminds me of the
falcon, I'd almost feel at home in side that pit - perhaps it is the
falcon buyer they are targeting??

As for panel fit - it is hard from the photos, but it appears there is
absolutely no seam between the c-pillar and the 3/4 panel?!? Expensive -
I'd hate to get a rear ender if the panel continues to the roof! But it
does add to the look if it does. Question though - why go to the expensive
moulds required for something like that, then lose the icon - pillarless
doors???

Shame you just can't make out the fuel consumption figures!

SL

8pAc · 25-09-2005, 10:22 PM

Not to bad much improved on the current model should at least sell better.

4.0i_SiX · 25-09-2005, 10:28 PM

Overall the car is quiet nice, however I am unsure on the rear tail lights..

**Polyal** · 26-09-2005, 10:27 AM

Wow I think its looks great..no big ricey bodykits..although I have a soft spot for lip spoilers.

Ill still wait for final judgement intil I see it in the flesh..I like the rear and the waistline hight though!

whippet_zetec · 26-09-2005, 11:56 AM

I like it...looks good. dump it on some 18"s and I reckon it wuld look even sweeter.

danv8 · 26-09-2005, 11:58 AM

Nup it it does not excite me at all.
I hate that steering wheel.

No RWD or AWD no turbo or anything or a hefty V8 (ok fuel prices no wonder)

Sorry its beige to me.

Dauphin · 26-09-2005, 01:59 PM

Looks nice but I could do with more rounded wheel arch flares. Interesting rear.

I lowered it in Photoshop and it looks good.

XRated · 26-09-2005, 02:07 PM

It looks like a big Lancer from the front. I'm not fond of the rear styling as it makes the rear head room look cramped. I hope they do well though, healthy competition for the big-med car segment can't hurt anyone.

SunDrifter · 26-09-2005, 02:12 PM

I think it looks great. Love the new rear end. I think the wheel size looks fine. If it had been a RWD car id be a little interested in it. FWD though.... you won't see me in one.

Zedjay · 26-09-2005, 04:20 PM

is it going to be called MAGNA still? i heard it might be called GALANT?

i reckon if mitsubishi and toyota came out with a rear drive magna and camry they would out sell ford and holden on their build quality alone.

take a early 90s cressida for a spin and then a EA and VN and you will agree with me.

Paxton · 26-09-2005, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Zedjay

is it going to be called MAGNA still? i heard it might be called GALANT?

i reckon if mitsubishi and toyota came out with a rear drive magna and camry they would out sell ford and holden on their build quality alone.

take a early 90s cressida for a spin and then a EA and VN and you will agree with me.

It is going to be called the 380, hence the name of the thread.

-Andrew

Zedjay · 26-09-2005, 04:46 PM

what just 380
i thought that was a model code lol
dose it have a model code?

Dauphin · 26-09-2005, 04:48 PM

The PS41.