Negativity towards the new 380 already. - Page 3

4Vman · 18-10-2005, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by paulvdb

Get into a 380GT and suddenly you'll be saying "why can't Ford and Holden build this?"

ah, no, id say "im glad as hell Ford and Holden dont build cars like this" :hihi:

Mitsubishi 's only competition to the Magna /380 is the Camry.

4Vman · 18-10-2005, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave_au

This is a pointless argument - .

Agreed!

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Originally Posted by Dave_au

I'm not sure why your putting so much emphasis on weight transfer, most FWDs spin the wheels due to the tyre not being able to keep torsional grip rather than losing downforce (weight) from the front.

You've just explained why we're putting emphasis on weight transfer!
Grip is enhanced by increased weight transfer, conversely "unweighting" the tyres reduces grip, the same tyre technology exists for RWD as FWD you know!!
The only difference is launching a car reduces weight bias in a FWD and increases weight bias in RWD.

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Originally Posted by Dave_au

Really the limit of power for a front wheel drive with current tyre technology is around 180-190kw - the ralliart Magna was a to try and launch in a hurry because of this very reason, not weight transfer.

I also agree, 180-190kw is about the max safe limit for a medium sized production FWD car, Automotive engineers have been stating this for years.
180kw is hardly world breaking in comparrison with the current crop of cars the 380GT is "pretending" to compete with.

SUVshopper · 18-10-2005, 10:15 PM

The most impressive thing about the 380 is the dash and instrument cluster.
The two biggest omissions in the 380 are split fold rear seats and ESP.
The base 380 is too expensive - $37,490 (auto, alloys and traction control) excluding on-road costs.
The GT at $47,990 excluding on-road costs is also expensive.
I would rather get an Accord Euro Luxury auto for $45,000 drive-away.

buickman · 18-10-2005, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by SUVshopper

The most impressive thing about the 380 is the dash and instrument cluster.
The two biggest omissions in the 380 are split fold rear seats and ESP.
The base 380 is too expensive - $37,490 (auto, alloys and traction control) excluding on-road costs.
The GT at $47,990 excluding on-road costs is also expensive.
I would rather get an Accord Euro Luxury auto for $45,000 drive-away.

So would I. My mate got one with the works a few months back. The heated seats are a ripper as well as resale value.

buickman

Smoke Pursuit · 18-10-2005, 10:52 PM

Keep this on track guys, i didnt start this thread to have a throwing match!

Im more worried about the general perceptions people are seeing out there, coz everyones talking about it at the moment.

Keepleft · 18-10-2005, 11:20 PM

Well, at least Mitsubishi Australia now offer a Euro/UN standard hazard-warning triangle over a crappy Australian Standard 3790 counterpart:-) which was an option for them to choose. Thankfully, someone at Mitsubish is 'progressive' on this issue. Top marks.

I read this item as being an accessory across the AUS model range.

What I can't tell (from the link) is if it comes with a plastic storage case, but suspect it does. The 'spidery' legs will give this item high wind buffeting resistance, vital. An option to more expensive triangles. Cost around $17 I hear.

http://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/...y_triangle.jpg

sfr rob · 18-10-2005, 11:38 PM

out:

who cares about reflective triangles?!

Dave_au · 18-10-2005, 11:47 PM

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paulvdb · 19-10-2005, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave_au

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very important when it breaks down :hihi: :hihi: :hihi:

sfr rob · 19-10-2005, 05:35 PM

Has anyone had a test drive yet??

Smoke Pursuit · 19-10-2005, 06:02 PM

Seen another one today at the dealers in a new GOLD colour, It was a 380 GT with Spats / Tint and I'm starting to actually like them!

In comparison to the Camry this thing wins hands down, so maybe I along with a few others were wrong to start with. I will still say however that the standard 380 LS is pretty ordinary, pricing may also be its downfall.

CAMS290 · 19-10-2005, 07:08 PM

I have always liked V6 Mitsi's, some of you people obviously havent spent much time behind the wheel of one !

If the new 380 is half as good as the model it replaces, it will be a great car

8pAc · 19-10-2005, 09:06 PM

I think the gt rear needs to become standard as the more I look at the base model the bum looks a tad dull. Maybe im just used to the lines of my beloved au.

sfr rob · 19-10-2005, 09:17 PM

yeah, if the GT styling was for the standard models, and the "gt" had a " " " propper " " body kit, it would look tough as!

i would really like to take one for a weekend up in the hills!

Danny · 19-10-2005, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 4Vman

Mitsubishi make great rally cars, trucks and excavators, nothing will ever change.

We had a pretty good VCR back in the early 90's that was a mitsu....

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Dave_au · 19-10-2005, 10:07 PM

Yeah there are quite a few Mitsubishi companies.

Mitsubishi financial (the banking and investment arm) is listed 52 out of 2000 in the Forbes global top 2000 list.

Macquarie Bank meanwhile is 721.

Ford is 58.

SUVshopper · 19-10-2005, 10:16 PM

I don't like the back of the VRX and GT.
Open the boot and look at the "jagged" protrusion of the left and right light assemblies. If you are loading bulky items be very careful you don't damage them. If you damage either one of them, you will have to replace the entire one piece lens covering the tail/stop/indicator lights.