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there were a lot of people saying i was talking shit about SRI's and GSI's been replaced with VXR badges. anf i also told of the 1.8 Corsa VXR. well i have the proof. so to everyone who said i was talkin shit here's the proof i wasnt. i told you there was no 1.6Turbo Corsa C. i was told this ages ago but some people called me a bullshiter.happy reading
VAUXHALL LAUNCHES VXR
New name for high-performance models
Vauxhall will unveil its new range-topping performance brand at the British motor show
next May. According to highly placed sources, the cars will be dubbed VXR and will be mostly based on the high-performance Opel OPC range.
Spearheading the VXR models will be a 240bhp version of the new three-door Astra powered by a Lotus-developed version of the 2-litre turbo unit used in the VX220 roadster.
Although the Astra VXR will be front-drive, engineers reckon the new 'IDS Plus' chassis
system (which includes electronically controlled dampers) is capable of dealing with the power.
Insiders say the production version of the three-door has barely changed from the concept (GTC), though the rear roofline has been lifted.
Vauxhall is also looking at a 'cheaper' VXR-branded 1.8-litre Corsa in an attempt to break back into the junior hot hatch market currently dominated by Citroen and MG Rover. This model could also be unveiled at Birmingham. Plans for a turbocharged engine during the lifetime of the current car have been dropped, but the next-generation Corsa will get a turbo unit. Another possible for the VXR launch is a 'sprint' version of the VX220
roadster.
Vauxhall is also considering bringing the new twin-turbo 1.9-litre turbodiesel Vectra OPC
to the UK. Recently unveiled at the Essen motor show, it develops 207bhp and a monster 295 lb ft of torque from just 1300 from to 3500rpm.
But Vauxhall has shelved plans for the supercharged Vectra. The new strategy calls instead for a turbocharged V6 Vectra powered by the new GM 'Global' engine that's fitted to the new Alfa GT coupe.The Vectra VXR isn't expected for another 18 months at least, coinciding with a probable facelift of the whole range.
Source: Evo Magazine Issue 064 February 2004.
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kerzo
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why dont they make a rwd or awd astra vxr instead of fwd 
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bubble
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Originally posted by kerzo
why dont they make a rwd or awd astra vxr instead of fwd
i couldnt say for deffo but i think they prob weighed up cost issues with a probable supply and demand issue?
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Adam_B
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i remeber reading that ageeeees ago
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bubble
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i remeber reading that ageeeees ago
which bit?
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Adam_B
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ah, evo feb 2004. doh 
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bubble
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ah, evo feb 2004. doh
gotcha.
i was told this in late dec. no1 believed me
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kerzo
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240bhp going thru the front wheels isnt gonna appeal to many people
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Adam_B
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the whole VXR thing, i think it was on the VSCC site tho, they were all banging on about vaux possibly using the impreza platform for the new astra, they were all getting excited about a 4wd flat four powered astra
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bubble
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240bhp going thru the front wheels isnt gonna appeal to many people
hmm but the chassis of the new astra is phenomenal. it might be a totally different driving class than anything else. and iv seen one opc that opel brought to our work. i found a pic on t'internet
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big eck
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Originally posted by kerzo
240bhp going thru the front wheels isnt gonna appeal to many people
Plenty of LET corsas/cavvy's/calibras have it and they seem to be sellin well
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bubble
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the whole VXR thing, i think it was on the VSCC site tho, they were all banging on about vaux possibly using the impreza platform for the new astra, they were all getting excited about a 4wd flat four powered astra
they have got this in their head bcuz vauxhall have bought the designs from subaru for the 4wd system. we have been told to expect more 4wd models from vaux within 3yrs
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Davido
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 ur a cock
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bubble
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ur a cock
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big eck
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ur a cock
WTF
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bubble
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Originally posted by big eck
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ur a cock
WTF
apparently im a cock. im so offended
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Davido
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cos u work for vaux ur a know it all u were the 1 going on about his rapid 1.3 diesel..... get a life lad
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bubble
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cos u work for vaux ur a know it all u were the 1 going on about his rapid 1.3 diesel..... get a life lad
oh my god. ure such a baby. yeah i work for em and i get told loads of inside info so i tell people who might wanna no. so gtf with your whinghin. and as for my car-u ask goldpenguin how well it goes.
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Davido
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Originally posted by daveyboyuk
cos u work for vaux ur a know it all u were the 1 going on about his rapid 1.3 diesel..... get a life lad
oh my god. ure such a baby. yeah i work for em and i get told loads of inside info so i tell people who might wanna no. so gtf with your whinghin. and as for my car-u ask goldpenguin how well it goes.
cud pedal faster than ur diesal 
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bubble
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Originally posted by daveyboyuk
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Originally posted by bubblevaux
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Originally posted by daveyboyuk
cos u work for vaux ur a know it all u were the 1 going on about his rapid 1.3 diesel..... get a life lad
oh my god. ure such a baby. yeah i work for em and i get told loads of inside info so i tell people who might wanna no. so gtf with your whinghin. and as for my car-u ask goldpenguin how well it goes.
cud pedal faster than ur diesal
ok. whatever u say son
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Adam_B
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Originally posted by bubblevaux
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Originally posted by Adam_B
the whole VXR thing, i think it was on the VSCC site tho, they were all banging on about vaux possibly using the impreza platform for the new astra, they were all getting excited about a 4wd flat four powered astra
they have got this in their head bcuz vauxhall have bought the designs from subaru for the 4wd system. we have been told to expect more 4wd models from vaux within 3yrs
Do you know if it will be a frontera replacement or more performance orientated? i know the new saab 9-3 is using subarus 4wd system, it is one of the best out there
just imagine a 4wd astra in the wrc, that would be cool  bring back DTV!!!
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bubble
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quote:
Originally posted by Adam_B
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Originally posted by bubblevaux
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Originally posted by Adam_B
the whole VXR thing, i think it was on the VSCC site tho, they were all banging on about vaux possibly using the impreza platform for the new astra, they were all getting excited about a 4wd flat four powered astra
they have got this in their head bcuz vauxhall have bought the designs from subaru for the 4wd system. we have been told to expect more 4wd models from vaux within 3yrs
Do you know if it will be a frontera replacement or more performance orientated? i know the new saab 9-3 is using subarus 4wd system, it is one of the best out there
just imagine a 4wd astra in the wrc, that would be cool bring back DTV!!!
there is a frontera repalcement but years away. sporty 4wd
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Marc
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All very well and good, but they need to produce a powerful corsa that can compete with the saxos, clios etc.
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Marc
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Plus the badging of VXR has been on the cards for awhile now. Im sure it was in VSCC club mag.
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Nismo
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All very well and good, but they need to produce a powerful corsa that can compete with the saxos, clios etc.
this will never happen cus there gits 
i say put a 1.3 rotary engine in them
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