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Old 3/24/10 | 06:21 AM
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2011 V6 Impressions

Well, I got to take a 2011 V6 out for a spin yesterday. I have a pic, just haven't had time to edit it yet and upload it (gotta protect the innocent). Here's a summary of my impressions:

- EPAS provides plenty of feedback for spirited driving, which was a big concern of mine initially.
- Chassis seems more nimble (I drove a V6 Vert)
- Exhaust note outside of the car is VERY similar to a 350Z exhaust note
-Transmission is very quick in response, and allows you to get going smoothly and pull nice and strong through the gears
- Car pulls hard to 7k rpms no problem

Cons:
- exhaust note inside the car is a bit cheesy
- placement of the overdrive off button on the shifter stalk was bad IMO


Anyone who ordered a V6 will not be disappointed. I was pleasantly surprised and had two friends who were seriously considering a V6 walk away with the intention of buying one. I've also driven the Camaro and Challenger V6 models, and this one feels best on its feet, more capable, and more comfortable for a cruise than either of those.
Old 3/24/10 | 06:57 AM
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Excellent. Can't wait to see pics. Thanks for the write up!
Old 3/24/10 | 07:58 AM
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Originally Posted by whysoserious
Excellent. Can't wait to see pics. Thanks for the write up!
I just took one pic for the inevitable "pics or it didn't happen" post. I had about 100 miles put on last night driving it to get a feel for it. Very comfortable cruiser.
Old 3/24/10 | 08:08 AM
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PICS OR IT DIDN'T HAPPEN!!!

(just had to get that in b4 you posted it!)
Old 3/24/10 | 08:42 AM
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Here's a pic for you to see:
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Old 3/24/10 | 08:56 AM
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I was going to ask - "What's up with the 'art cars' in the background?"...

Old 3/24/10 | 09:33 AM
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Originally Posted by PTRocks
I was going to ask - "What's up with the 'art cars' in the background?"...

Just blurred to protect the innocent
Old 3/24/10 | 10:13 AM
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Nice Overboost!!! You're lucky. I'm not going crazy waiting......I'm not going crazy waiting....................................
Old 3/24/10 | 10:43 AM
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looks mean in all black
Old 3/24/10 | 10:45 AM
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I'll be more than happy to answer any questions you might have about the car. I did really dig the black with graphite wheel look. Very subtle but mean looking.
Old 3/24/10 | 11:14 AM
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I'll be more than happy to answer any questions you might have about the car. I did really dig the black with graphite wheel look. Very subtle but mean looking.
What speed did you get her up to ?
Old 3/24/10 | 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by stangfoeva
What speed did you get her up to ?
Fast enough for my liking.
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What were the exhaust tips? Fancy rolled tips or just cut stainless? Smaller than the GT tips I would guess?
Old 3/24/10 | 11:22 AM
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Well played overboost, well played
Old 3/24/10 | 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Skotty
What were the exhaust tips? Fancy rolled tips or just cut stainless? Smaller than the GT tips I would guess?
Just cut stainless. Doesn't look as good as the GT tips, but it's a nice change from the old single exit exhaust.
Old 3/24/10 | 11:25 AM
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it's a nice change from the old single exit exhaust.
Very much agreed. :-)
Old 3/24/10 | 11:35 AM
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Lucky Except where's your GT review?
Old 3/24/10 | 12:41 PM
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Originally Posted by jadedpony
Lucky Except where's your GT review?
It'll be coming soon enough.
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If you had to throw out a random number (obviously protecting the innocent )...would you say 0-60 in high 5's, mid 5's or low 5's?
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Originally Posted by db2797
If you had to throw out a random number (obviously protecting the innocent )...would you say 0-60 in high 5's, mid 5's or low 5's?
Mid to high 5's. That's strictly butt dyno though.


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