Swap my mint xr6t for a mint fpv GT?

[buggerlugs]

Yes that's what I must aspire to in life, driving a mint B series Falcon.....
Imagine then what my friends would think of me, "Buggerlugs, you have made it"......
I'm getting warm and fuzzy thinking about it............

[FPV+fteT3]

Surely you could swap it for a mint 10 year old LS1 and join the olden forum and dribble there for a change.

And yes I had the experience of driving a mint BA but that was 10 years ago and 4 cars ago, time moves on champ you should have your *** in a mint C63 not a cheap seat one as that would not get the Kudos you crave.

[Cranky243]

What a GOLF....read it backwards!

[HULK_I6T]

Originally Posted by FPV+fteT3

Surely you could swap it for a mint 10 year old LS1 and join the olden forum and dribble there for a change.

And yes I had the experience of driving a mint BA but that was 10 years ago and 4 cars ago, time moves on champ you should have your *** in a mint C63 not a cheap seat one as that would not get the Kudos you crave.

If I had a business paying for it, yes i would be in a C63...

But spending that sort of money on a car without the deductions etc is a very poor financial decision..

Im content with a mint B series, be it a GT or XR6T, rather have appreciating assets.

As Ricky Martin would say.... Bam, Bam, Bam ,Bam

[FPV GTHO]

What's wrong with the 5 speeds, I've heard they shift better than the 6 speeds and just can't take quite the same level of power.

[290GTP]

Originally Posted by FPV GTHO

What's wrong with the 5 speeds, I've heard they shift better than the 6 speeds and just can't take quite the same level of power.

Correct. If in doubt hulk pm Tweeked. I believe his still running a 5 speed.

[HULK_I6T]

Originally Posted by FPV GTHO

What's wrong with the 5 speeds, I've heard they shift better than the 6 speeds and just can't take quite the same level of power.

That's the issue, they cant handle the power thrown at them.. They were decent for previous generation cars like windsor V8s or N/A 6s with low torque (comparatively speaking).

An XR6T with any more than stock power will turn them to mince meat. The Boss 290 GT also with a few decent mods will destroy them also.

They might hold together for a stock boss 290 such as the car im considering but who wants a stock boss 290? Id have to mod it at least to be nudging 280-300rwkw to be remotely happy, that 5 speed box wont handle it.

[Smoke Pursuit]

Originally Posted by HULK_I6T

I don't drive it much as I have other cars

But when I do drive it, nothing better than driving a minter, knowing everything is as new, everything works perfect, still smells new, not a mark on the car, never seen rain. Sure there are plenty new cars out there but not new b series...it's a one of a kind!!..knowing that most b series out there have 20 times the km on the odometer (or more) and drive nowhere near like mine. You just can't get a b series in as good condition, not for love or money.

One day hopefully everyone gets the opportunity to drive a mint car when most others of its type on the road are a little rough round the edges.

Most people don't give a *#&@ because they get a new one every 2 - 3 years. My Pursuit has done nearly 20,000 kms and its still mint!! In 12 months time it will have 40,000 kms and still be mint then too!

[HULK_I6T]

Originally Posted by Smoke Pursuit

Most people don't give a *#&@ because they get a new one every 2 - 3 years. My Pursuit has done nearly 20,000 kms and its still mint!! In 12 months time it will have 40,000 kms and still be mint then too!

Your right, Of course it will, 40,000km is still very very low

But cars age with use, no denying that, km travelled is the use!!

I highly doubt that a car that's travelled 150,000km+ like most b series will drive anywhere near one that's done 10,000km or even 40,000km in your case... No matter how well they have been treated. They wear out with use like a pair of shoes.

[Smoke Pursuit]

Originally Posted by HULK_I6T

Your right, Of course it will, 40,000km is still very very low

But cars age with use, no denying that, km travelled is the use!!

I highly doubt that a car that's travelled 150,000km+ like most b series will drive anywhere near one that's done 10,000km or even 40,000km in your case... No matter how well they have been treated. They wear out with use like a pair of shoes.

Depends who owns it and the level of work they put into it.

I think the thing you need to understand is a 2007 BFII wont drive like a 2015 FGX regardless of how mint it is.

[Whitey-AMG]

Originally Posted by 290GTP

Correct. If in doubt hulk pm Tweeked. I believe his still running a 5 speed.

Double correct - my bro is running 330RWKW out of his BAGT. Clutch has been changed - but apart from that - box has not disintegrated into a Hiroshima style explosion as HULK is suggesting.

I've heard more stories abour ZF's milkshaking, even behind cars making 170RWKW.
HULK lookout - your ZF is a ticking timebomb.. No way i would swap a good condition BAGT for a non FPV I6T , with mods , and a ZF that's about to blow , fitted with FORD leather ( aka rhino ball sack ) and a potentially clagged motor due to extended periods of non use.
What is your mate thinking ??

[duaned]

Just swap it for a Toyota Aurion Hulk. You know deep down you really want to!

[290GTP]

Originally Posted by HULK_I6T

That's the issue, they cant handle the power thrown at them.. They were decent for previous generation cars like windsor V8s or N/A 6s with low torque (comparatively speaking).

An XR6T with any more than stock power will turn them to mince meat. The Boss 290 GT also with a few decent mods will destroy them also.

They might hold together for a stock boss 290 such as the car im considering but who wants a stock boss 290? Id have to mod it at least to be nudging 280-300rwkw to be remotely happy, that 5 speed box wont handle it.

Its not a t5 hulk its a tr3650. It was never used behind the turbo 6 and was only ever used behind t3 strokers and ba gt's.

[Revolver]

Originally Posted by HULK_I6T

If I had a business paying for it, yes i would be in a C63...

But spending that sort of money on a car without the deductions etc is a very poor financial decision..

Im content with a mint B series, be it a GT or XR6T, rather have appreciating assets.

As Ricky Martin would say.... Bam, Bam, Bam ,Bam

Appreciating assets?

So a GT or 6T will return money to you on a regular basis?

If not, its a liability. Not an asset. Thats the definition. An asset must return money (cash in your bank or hand regularly week/month/year) while in possession. If not it is a liability.

The only time that B Series will appreciate in value in any way is in about 30 years. Which if you look at all Aussie cars that is when their values begin to increase. So I hope you have time.

[Franco Cozzo]

Originally Posted by HULK_I6T

very poor financial decision..

So is having kids, or getting married could be a bonus or a huge loss depending on how your luck runs.

If we all made decisions based purely on financial reasons we wouldn't live very interesting lives.

No point being the richest **** in the cemetary

[HULK_I6T]

Originally Posted by Big Damo

No point being the richest **** in the cemetary

Its worse being the poorest. no visitors

Originally Posted by 290GTP

Its not a t5 hulk its a tr3650. It was never used behind the turbo 6 and was only ever used behind t3 strokers and ba gt's.

They are known to drop their guts the old 5 speeders, even on bog stock cars. Do your homework. Why did FPV go to a 6 speed Manual? Didnt the first series F6 typhoons all get recalled because they were turning the 5 speeders into cheese?

Originally Posted by Bluey-GT

HULK lookout - your ZF is a ticking timebomb.. No way i would swap a good condition BAGT for a non FPV I6T , with mods , and a ZF that's about to blow , fitted with FORD leather ( aka rhino ball sack ) and a potentially clagged motor due to extended periods of non use.
What is your mate thinking ??

haha, lol.. my ZF is just fine... 7850km of careful driving, never been raced or even seen rain...it also has brand new oil cooler on it..

Yeah my motor is shagged at 7850km!! haha gets an oil change every 500km lol.. lol What about the ones with 150,000km? They must have been rebuilt 20 times.

[Whitey-AMG]

Originally Posted by HULK_I6T

Its worse being the poorest. no visitors



They are known to drop their guts the old 5 speeders, even on bog stock cars. Do your homework. Why did FPV go to a 6 speed Manual? Didnt the first series F6 typhoons all get recalled because they were turning the 5 speeders into cheese?



haha, lol.. my ZF is just fine... 7850km of careful driving, never been raced or even seen rain...it also has brand new oil cooler on it..

Yeah my motor is shagged at 7850km!! haha gets an oil change every 500km lol.. lol What about the ones with 150,000km? They must have been rebuilt 20 times.

Its obvious then that you have anawered all your own questions and this whole thread was just a rhetorical exercise to make you feel good about your XR6. Its a nice car enjoy it and drive it a bit more and just move on.... And please dont start a thread in a couple of years time about the possibility of a swap with it for a veyron....

You have a nice car...what more do you want from us ???

[blackf6]

Don't buy a GT. You will bring down the mystique with all the dribble. Starting threads. Bring the values down for real enthusiasts.

[nuthin' fancy]

Originally Posted by Bluey-GT

Its obvious then that you have anawered all your own questions and this whole thread was just a rhetorical exercise to make you feel good about your XR6. Its a nice car enjoy it and drive it a bit more and just move on.... And please dont start a thread in a couple of years time about the possibility of a swap with it for a veyron....

You have a nice car...what more do you want from us ???

Preferably away from internet connectivity.

[raised by monkeys]

[351@GT]

Originally Posted by HULK_I6T

They are known to drop their guts the old 5 speeders, even on bog stock cars. Do your homework. Why did FPV go to a 6 speed Manual? Didnt the first series F6 typhoons all get recalled because they were turning the 5 speeders into cheese?

the F6 ran the 6spd, and it was an issue with the dual plate clutch.

the BA (S1) V8 5 spds were tr3650, 6T were t5

I've also had circa 320rwkw through the tr3650, no they wont sustain prolonged abuse like a t56 but they still do alright.

P.S. make some decisions in your life without asking what to do on a public forum.

[290GTP]

Originally Posted by HULK_I6T

Its worse being the poorest. no visitors



They are known to drop their guts the old 5 speeders, even on bog stock cars. Do your homework. Why did FPV go to a 6 speed Manual? Didnt the first series F6 typhoons all get recalled because they were turning the 5 speeders into cheese?



haha, lol.. my ZF is just fine... 7850km of careful driving, never been raced or even seen rain...it also has brand new oil cooler on it..

Yeah my motor is shagged at 7850km!! haha gets an oil change every 500km lol.. lol What about the ones with 150,000km? They must have been rebuilt 20 times.

No, why dont you do your homework mate. 6 speed was mainly a marketing exercise to keep up with HSV.
Christ, its like talking to oxygen sometimes.

[FPV GTHO]

Not to mention highway economy with the extra overdrive gear.

[HULK_I6T]

Would a 5 speed manual GT be frowned upon in years to come?

I am thinking of swapping but the 5 speed is the deal breaker for me. I just cant get past it.

[blackf6]

Yeh man. 5 speeds are crap. Chuck a top loader in there. Dump the irs for a 4linked 9 inch. Then park it in the shed for 30 years and never drive it. You will be able to tell the grandkids how you polished it every weekend till the clear coat disappeared. How you never got a stone chip.
If you really want a GT. Get the rarest combination you can, not just impulse swap.
This thread is useless without pics.

[blackf6]

Originally Posted by HULK_I6T

Would a 5 speed manual GT be frowned upon in years to come?

I am thinking of swapping but the 5 speed is the deal breaker for me. I just cant get past it.

Get what you really want mate, or you will be spewin.

[EASYBOSS]

Originally Posted by DeJaVu GT

This thread is useless without pics.

Yep, pic's or I vote close thread

[tonys6550]

Originally Posted by Big Damo

So is having kids, or getting married could be a bonus or a huge loss depending on how your luck runs.

If we all made decisions based purely on financial reasons we wouldn't live very interesting lives.

No point being the richest **** in the cemetary

Ahh, but those with the most when falling off this mortal coil WINS

[sbutler]

Originally Posted by pottery beige

oil consumption, blower snouts, busted dipsticks, stuffed water pumps and milkshakes ftw bro

[superyob]

Originally Posted by DeJaVu GT

Yeh man. 5 speeds are crap. Chuck a top loader in there. Dump the irs for a 4linked 9 inch. Then park it in the shed for 30 years and never drive it. You will be able to tell the grandkids how you polished it every weekend till the clear coat disappeared. How you never got a stone chip.
If you really want a GT. Get the rarest combination you can, not just impulse swap.
This thread is useless without pics.

Or beer...