Jamsvx
10-22-2003, 01:30 AM
Well, on Sunday 3 SVX's met up with about 8 Subaru B4's for a run through semi-rural parts of Sydney up to Wiseman's Ferry.
Put simply, the B4 is one very impressive car and, from 0kph, very quick!! *I still prefer the SVX though - however more power would be good!*
My SVX did not have any trouble keeping up (windy roads), however, that transmission/acceleration gremlin is rearing its head again, refusing to downshift and, as more pressure is applied, suddenly 'letting go' and rpm's go through the roof....not good in suburban trafffic or overtaking
:(
One memorable aspect was driving along, in a row of B4's when I see the unmistakeable sight of an SVX (my colour!) coming the other way...the other driver is staring out his window as I stare out mine and he is still looking over his shoulder as he passed!! However, he is not a true SVX'er since I did not immediately witness a handbrake turn, powerslide across the dividing grass, and pursuit to join our merry band!!:p
Anyways, a great drive and if the money was there, I would certainly consider a B4...except for that shocking blue leather they put in...Subaru, blue leather is not sporty!!!
Oh, the Macintosh sound system was very nice!
James
Put simply, the B4 is one very impressive car and, from 0kph, very quick!! *I still prefer the SVX though - however more power would be good!*
My SVX did not have any trouble keeping up (windy roads), however, that transmission/acceleration gremlin is rearing its head again, refusing to downshift and, as more pressure is applied, suddenly 'letting go' and rpm's go through the roof....not good in suburban trafffic or overtaking
:(
One memorable aspect was driving along, in a row of B4's when I see the unmistakeable sight of an SVX (my colour!) coming the other way...the other driver is staring out his window as I stare out mine and he is still looking over his shoulder as he passed!! However, he is not a true SVX'er since I did not immediately witness a handbrake turn, powerslide across the dividing grass, and pursuit to join our merry band!!:p
Anyways, a great drive and if the money was there, I would certainly consider a B4...except for that shocking blue leather they put in...Subaru, blue leather is not sporty!!!
Oh, the Macintosh sound system was very nice!
James