[The Monzta]

What is the top speed for an SVX? I had 145mph showing the other day but seem to remember the top speed being quoted as a little lower than that. Plus she still had a little more oomph left in her, perhaps just enough to squeeze the needle round to 150.

Taking into consideration a little give and take in gauge accuracy I think the displayed speed was very close to genuine. I've done 140mph on numerous occasions in other cars and this felt that bit quicker and that bit scarier!!! The rolling radius of my wheels/tyres is spot on and correctly pressured.

I don't know whether any previous owners 'tuned' my SVX, the only visible mod is the exhaust; a stainless steel system with biiiiig twin tailpipes. The car really has a roar with this fitted.

I'd be interested to hear your thoughts.