HSV GEN F Series 2 to be revealed tomorrow - Page 2

skoobysGT · 22-09-2015, 12:16 PM

Still not agressive looking enough IMO

The vents look like plastic stick on's

Should have gone with a bonnet scoop of some sort...something like this:

Think they're saving the best for last and will go out with a big bang with the GTSR

mcnews · 22-09-2015, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by FGX335

I still feel good about my XR8 purchase. I could throw $10K at it and go the works, and have a ton of power for a lot less.

But I am also well aware of what they are getting and what I didn't, but that's good enough for me. Congrats to HSV for really going balls to the wall on the Gen 2, they sure are pricey but they've given the punters options, and what tasty options they are!

I still feel good about my GT-E too. And even with Shockworks and things though I know it won't touch a modern HSV like this as an all round package. That is the plain simple truth. Still, there is no way I am going to spend another 50k to get into a GTS at this point in my life. I think I will keep the GT-E for a long time. Only thing that will replace it will be a 911, but even then it would be good to keep the GT-E too.

FG50T · 22-09-2015, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by nz13boy

Why would a VF 1 Gts owner be ****ed? Thats the way Hsv has always done things. Its called "progress". And its always marching on.

No one who buys a top of the range performance car buys it thinking they will always be the top of the tree, performance and spec wise. You would be naive to think the motor in your car wouldnt get handed down to a lesser sibling when the update models roll around.

The xr8 now has the same engine as the old Gtps, how is that any different? All I hear about that awesome arrangement is lots of cheers and excitement. As there should be. Cant say Ive seen too many Fpv owners sooking about it, myself included.

Haha well GTS owners are pretty naive! A few of them didn't expect it in the same model, thought that would be that with the VF.

futura · 22-09-2015, 12:25 PM

LSA engines are long over due for the HSV range. The clubsport front end will be my pick. As with every HSV new model launch are new wheels. New Wheels look great.

Carrion · 22-09-2015, 01:26 PM

Well done HSV.

mcnews · 22-09-2015, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by skoobysGT

Still not agressive looking enough IMO

The vents look like plastic stick on's

Should have gone with a bonnet scoop of some sort...something like this:

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Think they're saving the best for last and will go out with a big bang with the GTSR

That is a horrendous looking vehicle. HSV done a much better job than that disgusting concoction.

skoobysGT · 22-09-2015, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by mcnews

That is a horrendous looking vehicle. HSV done a much better job than that disgusting concoction.

I think it looks awesome. HSV's and FPV's are meant to be loud and in your face! I guess we're all different..

**PridenJoy** · 22-09-2015, 03:30 PM

I see the rear end that looks like a fat chick with a G string remains. Nice cars though. I'd still buy a second hand GT over them, half the price and a lot more than half the car.

mcnews · 22-09-2015, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by skoobysGT

I think it looks awesome. HSV's and FPV's are meant to be loud and in your face! I guess we're all different..

Looks like a ricer version from a WRX fan or something for hanging out the front of the kebab shop and chucking laps around the block..... :-)

But yeah, each to their own....

graphicgoose · 22-09-2015, 03:43 PM

I'd happily take an LSA Senator Signature...they look great I reckon!

Sioso · 22-09-2015, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by graphicgoose

I'd happily take an LSA Senator Signature...they look great I reckon!

Agree, Senator has always been the pick of the bunch where looks are concerned, and now it has the power to match.

99AUXR · 22-09-2015, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by skoobysGT

Still not agressive looking enough IMO

The vents look like plastic stick on's

Should have gone with a bonnet scoop of some sort...something like this:

image

Think they're saving the best for last and will go out with a big bang with the GTSR

ADM really a thing now.....

Express · 22-09-2015, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mcnews

Looks like a ricer version from a WRX fan or something for hanging out the front of the kebab shop and chucking laps around the block..... :-)

But yeah, each to their own....

'P' plate friendly comes to mind.

**Polyal** · 22-09-2015, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by 99AUXR

ADM really a thing now.....

LOL...maybe but that aint it!

**kypez** · 22-09-2015, 05:06 PM

Love the look of the seats. Wish my GTF had those seats (or at least the GTP seats).

Kudos to HSV! I guess you can spend a lot more money on the overall car when you don't develop the engine.

graphicgoose · 22-09-2015, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Sioso

Agree, Senator has always been the pick of the bunch where looks are concerned, and now it has the power to match.

Definitely! The fact it's got the bigger diff, shafts etc plus all the coolers...I'll have to seriously restrain myself not to buy one before production finishes in 2017!

arronm · 22-09-2015, 06:39 PM

I think my wagon needs upgrading The new car is an awesome factory package

DanielXR8 · 22-09-2015, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by rancidpunx

Looks like HSV have dropped the entry level cars and leaving that market to Holden and the Redline.

The 340kW unit is far from retired, however. That venerable powerhouse will continue in the Caprice-based Grange, along with the regular ClubSport R8 and Maloo R8 models – the latter two launching in the first quarter of 2016.

http://www.caradvice.com.au/384447/2...dan-wagon-ute/

MITCHAY · 22-09-2015, 08:23 PM

I'm surprised they dropped the LSA in and when you think of what you're getting from the GTS the price hike doesn't seem that bad. I like the styling updates too.

I was thinking the 340kw LS3 would be the base and somewhere between 350kw and 400kw for the R8.

graphicgoose · 22-09-2015, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by arronm

I think my wagon needs upgrading The new car is an awesome factory package

Do iiiitttttt!

CSV_LS1 · 22-09-2015, 10:17 PM

What happened to all the noise made by hsv regarding the necessity for a minium amount of airflow for the lsa to be warranted in the GTS and the need for that gaping front bar. Doesnt seem to be an issue now....

b0son · 22-09-2015, 10:38 PM

Maybe if they tried to get 430kW out if it, it would be an issue

Falcon SXR8 · 22-09-2015, 11:25 PM

Wonder what power they will make at the wheels compared to the gts

graphicgoose · 23-09-2015, 10:52 AM

I reckon this'll be a GS vs GT type scenario, where they'll pretty much make the same power with an aftermarket tune.

irish2 · 23-09-2015, 06:51 PM

I hope these things sell like hot cakes. Be good to see some decent Aussie cars on the roads for a few more years to come. Also good for the guys and girls who build these things.

arronm · 23-09-2015, 09:37 PM

Both the LS3 SS and boosted HSV models will walk out the door as usual. With all the extra driver comforts, makes for awesome cars.