Tricky-Ricky Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 My 350GT is up for sale, and i have got it on a couple of other sites, including a swap/PX site, and i have been offered one of these, Am i loosing the plot completely or is it decidedly pimp/gangster? should a get it and start wearing black. Quote
spursmaddave Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 Very imposing I've always liked them Quote
Tricky-Ricky Posted February 3, 2012 Author Posted February 3, 2012 Unfortunately its a diesel ,but the whole point of letting my Skyline go is economy, so the diesel would fit the bill believe it or not, the 3lt diesel is basically Mercedes and makes 218BHP and 374ftlb 7.4 to 60 and gets 34.9 mpg even propelling nearly two tons. Quote
spursmaddave Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 Unfortunately its a diesel ,but the whole point of letting my Skyline go is economy, so the diesel would fit the bill believe it or not, the 3lt diesel is basically Mercedes and makes 218BHP and 374ftlb 7.4 to 60 and gets 34.9 mpg even propelling nearly two tons. That sounds like a good compromise to me, hopefully the turbo lag won't be too bad Quote
R35LEE Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 Drive one and take a lok at the trim We look after a few and I have to say you would be far better off with a BMW Quote
spursmaddave Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 Yeah I am sure Stanski had one Someone at work has one, you can't miss it as it sticks out of the parking bay about 2 feet Quote
ChrisS Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 Didn't Stanski have one of these? Yes he did. Got rid because of a rumour of trouble with something. I'll have a looksee. Quote
Tricky-Ricky Posted February 3, 2012 Author Posted February 3, 2012 Any feedback on these would be most welcome Quote
Ebized Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 Here you go viewtopic.php?f=13&t=38139&hilit=chrysler Quote
ChrisS Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 viewtopic.php?f=13&t=38139&start=0&hilit=300c Not re read all of it though. Quote
ChrisS Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 Here you go viewtopic.php?f=13&t=38139&hilit=chrysler Micro seconds. Quote
Humpy Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 Love the looks of the 300's, my old man is also a lover of these beasts but has said that they are known to suffer with electrical faults - not entirely to sure which aspect this refers to. Will ask him next time I see him and quiz him some more. Quote
Stew Posted February 3, 2012 Posted February 3, 2012 I quite like the looks of them. Based on an old E class but the high shoulder line makes it look much bigger than it is. I've only ever driven one on the states! Quote
bronzee Posted February 4, 2012 Posted February 4, 2012 I'd be looking at parts availability, and if you're looking at reducing costs in running, the massive shoes they ride on would probably negate quite a bit of that fuel saving. Quote
docwra Posted February 4, 2012 Posted February 4, 2012 There are better about for the money IMO. If you arent getting the V8 then dont bother, get a 530d instead :nod: Quote
R35LEE Posted February 4, 2012 Posted February 4, 2012 There are better about for the money IMO. If you arent getting the V8 then dont bother, get a 530d instead :nod: Agreed, 520d, 525d, 530d or a 535d Quote
Ricey Posted February 4, 2012 Posted February 4, 2012 Always loved the look and thought both engines seemed like great options but I just couldn't bring myself to trust a yank car for reliability. Quote
Tricky-Ricky Posted February 4, 2012 Author Posted February 4, 2012 Its more a case of needs must, as the market for lager petrol engined cars is very stagnant these days and they are not selling well, i have my Skyline up for swaps/PX and this has come up as a option, and the diesel fits the bill, at less than a second slower than the Hemi, its no slouch, and apparently it can be chipped to 260bhp and over 400ftlb and an increase in it already not bad 35mpg, it cant be too bad. Being use to owning ott or mad powered Japanese cars for years, its quirky enough for me i have done some research and found that because the chassis, engine and drive train are Mercedes spares are readily available, and in fact cheaper than the equivalent Nissan parts LOL! Wheels can also be changed, in fact the one I'm contemplating already has different wheels, and would likely run same or similar tyres to my Skyline. Quote
Ricey Posted February 4, 2012 Posted February 4, 2012 Its more a case of needs must, as the market for lager petrol engined cars is very stagnant these days and they are not selling well, i have my Skyline up for swaps/PX and this has come up as a option, and the diesel fits the bill, at less than a second slower than the Hemi, its no slouch, and apparently it can be chipped to 260bhp and over 400ftlb and an increase in it already not bad 35mpg, it cant be too bad. Being use to owning ott or mad powered Japanese cars for years, its quirky enough for me i have done some research and found that because the chassis, engine and drive train are Mercedes spares are readily available, and in fact cheaper than the equivalent Nissan parts LOL! Wheels can also be changed, in fact the one I'm contemplating already has different wheels, and would likely run same or similar tyres to my Skyline. Have you driven a diesel for any prolong period of time though bud? When I got my Lancer I had all the same ideas........until I realised what a bloody chore it is - giant blob of power for 2000rpm of the rev range then change gear. The stats look good but you really need to drive it to make sure your not going to want to set fire to your own hair in frustration. Remember when Clarkson drove that diesel Jag - stats were good - delivery awful. Quote
Tricky-Ricky Posted February 4, 2012 Author Posted February 4, 2012 I drive the wifes Seat diesel most of the time these days, and i actually don't mind it at all, but it is manual, but your right, i definitely need to find a 300c for sale near me and go for a test drive. Quote
gangzoom Posted February 4, 2012 Posted February 4, 2012 Have you driven a diesel for any prolong period of time though bud? When I got my Lancer I had all the same ideas........until I realised what a bloody chore it is - giant blob of power for 2000rpm of the rev range then change gear. The stats look good but you really need to drive it to make sure your not going to want to set fire to your own hair in frustration. Remember when Clarkson drove that diesel Jag - stats were good - delivery awful. I get the same feeling driving the wife's Civic. All very nice looking at the MPG reading but just cannot put up with the engine rattle, and 4K rev limit. Luckily i've convinced her to get a petrol car when the Civic goes Quote
spursmaddave Posted February 4, 2012 Posted February 4, 2012 I like driving my diesel as its a completely different experience to the Zed, a tiny hatchback with insane amount of torque is a fair bit of fun, then you can cruise on the motorway and not throw your wallet out of the window... Quote
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