Fonz
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325hp 2.8 V6 
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Sean-B
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Registered: 1st May 07
Location: Wolverhampton Drives: 200SX S14a
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my dads got the 2.0 cdti and its beautiful, the vxr will be an absolute beast
i wonder if the 4x4 system is any good.
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DaveyLC
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Registered: 8th Oct 08
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Awesome motor, but I'd rather have a VXR8 
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Whittie
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Registered: 11th Aug 06
Location: North Wales Drives: BMW, Corsa & Fiat
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I was thinking about this the other day!
Then thought to myself, do they really need one when they have two very similar vxr's in vextra and monaro format?
Looks very sexual though.
[Edited on 15-04-2009 by Whittie]
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Sean-B
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Registered: 1st May 07
Location: Wolverhampton Drives: 200SX S14a
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insignia has replaced vectra whittie, and monaro is discontinued and not 4x4
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mwg
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Registered: 19th Feb 04
Location: South Lakes
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Looks ok side and rear but the fronts a bit odd.
Still prefer the new S4.
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Whittie
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quote:
Originally posted by Sean-B
insignia has replaced vectra whittie, and monaro is discontinued and not 4x4
Fair enough 
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Eck
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Registered: 17th Apr 06
Location: Lundin Links, Fife
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I think that's gorgeous!
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Robin
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Registered: 7th Jan 04
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quote:
Originally posted by Sean-B
i wonder if the 4x4 system is any good.
It's Haldex, like Audi's Quattro and VW's 4motion, it'll be absolutely fantastic.
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sand-eel
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Registered: 15th Mar 07
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Looks nice, I painted flames on mine to make it look cool.
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Nath
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quote:
Originally posted by Matty G
Looks ok side and rear but the fronts a bit odd.
Still prefer the new S4.
Unfair comparison though as they don't even cost the same. Or at least I don't imagine they would!
I like it 
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mwg
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Registered: 19th Feb 04
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It is being compared to the S4 though!
If you click on one of the tabs to the right it says "The Insignia VXR is aimed right at the Audi S4"
also on other sites its saying similar things. pistonheads for example
[Edited on 15-04-2009 by Matty G]
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Joe
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quote:
Originally posted by Robin
quote:
Originally posted by Sean-B
i wonder if the 4x4 system is any good.
It's Haldex, like Audi's Quattro and VW's 4motion, it'll be absolutely fantastic.
Doesn't that mean it will be shit? (JR)
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crazybrightman
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Registered: 30th Mar 09
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im the only one who things it looks butt ugly and all out or proportion then?
and 325bhp from turbo'd 2.8 vvt quad cam v6, thats crap! bet with a remap you would get silly figures!
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Nath
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quote:
Originally posted by Matty G
It is being compared to the S4 though!
If you click on one of the tabs to the right it says "The Insignia VXR is aimed right at the Audi S4"
also on other sites its saying similar things. pistonheads for example
[Edited on 15-04-2009 by Matty G]
 Blimey so it does. Aiming high aren't they?!
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jr
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Registered: 20th May 02
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quote:
Originally posted by Joe
quote:
Originally posted by Robin
quote:
Originally posted by Sean-B
i wonder if the 4x4 system is any good.
It's Haldex, like Audi's Quattro and VW's 4motion, it'll be absolutely fantastic.
Doesn't that mean it will be shit? (JR)
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mwg
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Registered: 19th Feb 04
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quote:
Originally posted by Nath
quote:
Originally posted by Matty G
It is being compared to the S4 though!
If you click on one of the tabs to the right it says "The Insignia VXR is aimed right at the Audi S4"
also on other sites its saying similar things. pistonheads for example
[Edited on 15-04-2009 by Matty G]
Blimey so it does. Aiming high aren't they?!
Dont know, Vauxhall are meant to be upping their game aren't they? Have to wait and see what the road tests say
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Sean-B
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Registered: 1st May 07
Location: Wolverhampton Drives: 200SX S14a
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quote:
Originally posted by crazybrightman
im the only one who things it looks butt ugly and all out or proportion then?
and 325bhp from turbo'd 2.8 vvt quad cam v6, thats crap! bet with a remap you would get silly figures!
, the non vxr that comes with the same engine has 250bhp! must be running the worlds worst map
it's all about the new 2.0 twin turbo diesel that is coming out later this year
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Stu
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I personally prefer that to the S4 if I'm honest! Not really Audi's biggest fan though!
[Edited on 15-04-2009 by Stu]
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Fad
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In the static pickture it didnt look so good maybe its not a flatering colour or picture.
However after seeing the video it does look a lot better!
On the way to the ring last year we saw some of the prototype Insignias on our Train
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Ojc
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Registered: 14th Nov 00
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Amazing. The strides Vauxhall/Opel have made in just 10 years are just amazing.
Compare this to a Vectra B 
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Ojc
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Ladies, found MUCH better pictures.
http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewpressreldetail.do?domain=562&docid=53652
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adz_gsi
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that right i have just got email from vaulhall vxr department today and heres what came with it sorry if im late
Dear Adam
As a VXR enthusiast, we want you to be the first to hear about the latest addition to the VXR stable. Packing 325 horsepower, a sophisticated four-wheel-drive chassis and a sub-six second 0-60 time, Vauxhall’s new Insignia VXR is set to take things by storm this summer.
Honed on the track
Based on the acclaimed 2009 European Car of the Year, Insignia VXR will appear in hatch, saloon and Sports Tourer body styles, featuring adaptive 4X4 technology and a bespoke chassis honed on Germany’s gruelling Nürburgring circuit.
Controlled power
At its heart beats an advanced 2.8-litre V6 Turbo engine that produces 325PS. Controlling this sort of performance requires something equally special – like Vauxhall’s innovative ‘HiPerStrut’ (High Performance Strut) front suspension system and electronic Limited Slip Differential (eLSD) technology. Unique to VXR, HiPerStrut not only reduces torque steer but also maintains a negative camber during cornering – meaning superior grip in both wet and dry conditions.
Bespoke VXR design
Insignia’s purposeful styling has been given the VXR treatment. Wrapping around all its thoroughbred technology is a deep bumper that sports imposing mesh grilles, while to the rear, a subtle spoiler and a bespoke bumper featuring distinctive dual matt VXR chrome exhausts hint at VXR’s trademark poise.
Providing the calm at the centre of this perfect storm is a purposefully understated VXR interior, where Recaro front seats and new VXR-branded steering wheel, gear knob, and sill plates await.
The Insignia VXR hits Vauxhall Retailers this summer. In the meantime, get the lowdown on all things VXR here.
[Edited on 15-04-2009 by adz_gsi]
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Eck
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quote:
Originally posted by Sean-B
quote:
Originally posted by crazybrightman
im the only one who things it looks butt ugly and all out or proportion then?
and 325bhp from turbo'd 2.8 vvt quad cam v6, thats crap! bet with a remap you would get silly figures!
, the non vxr that comes with the same engine has 250bhp! must be running the worlds worst map
it's all about the new 2.0 twin turbo diesel that is coming out later this year
It's not all about getting maximum horsepower. They will want it to be quick, but driveable too!
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John
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Looks good in ollies white pics.
Notice the opel key.
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