crazyhorse001 Posted February 4, 2007 Share Posted February 4, 2007 I own that book, it's got SCADS of info in it. From concept to production the FULL story of the genesis of these amazing cars. My personal fave description of the SVX is from the '93 or '94 new car issue of Motor Trend. "A car capable of transporting 4 adults at insane velocities though mischievious weather." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ringe Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 Takes ages to load, and I have cable.:-\ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ringe Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 The SVX is a car that I love, but I just was not impressed when I finally had a chance to drive one. It was a 96 with AWD, 96,000mi and in great condition, but I guess I expected more from the engine, and it was just so sluggish compared with V6 engines I was used to. I suppose the weight of the car with the tall final drive and the four speed auto basically defeat the engine. It handles fine, nothing extraordinary, but very competent. I still want one someday to slap a turbo or supercharger on and some mild suspension work. THEN it would be a quick machine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAugur33 Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 I had a business client that owned a WRX ask me how the SVX compared to the WRX. My reply: if the WRX is a vodka and RedBull then the SVX is 20 year scotch. I believe the SVX to be a luxury GT, rather than a street/rally brawler. It's true that the SVX won't win many pink slips at the stoplight; but its beauty is on the highway when you are going 60 and decide to pick it up to 100 or so. That is where it really shines. I know a lot of people want the manual transmissions and all, but that was not really its intention. Even with the 5/6 speed, it is still a heavy car. Not really a street brawler. But a great touring car. My opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyhorse001 Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 Oh yeah, I totally agree, The SVX isn't a sports car. If these were Ferraris , then the WRX would be the 599 or 430. The b**ls out WFO racer. The SVX would be the 612 Scaglietti. Comfy, capable, but ultimately not as much car as it's little brother. It's a long distance tourer for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huck369 Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 Having owned several SVX's, and having done the first 5 speed swap into one, I can say they are great cars, but do have their week points. Trouble areas are: Transmisions / front diffs rear wheel bearings rotors tend to warp if your a heavy braker. The tranny / front diff issues can be greatly reduced by installing a 4.44 Legacy tranny and matching diff, plus it make it much better in the take off department (stock they run 3.54 gears) I like the 5 speed swap myself....but a 4.44 auto makes it a really fun car too. The window in a window is more of a stlying exercise, but does let you roll the windows down without messing up your dates hair;) I Love my SVX, but I love my XT6 too..... The XT6 is better for in town driving, and hte SVX is great on the highway... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecky Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 deloreans just suck, i mean where do you get parts for them, heck the doors don't even close properly. SVX is better. No a Brat is better I own Both a Gen 1 Brat and an 92 SVX (5sp) and I still really like the brat, but all the creature comforts of the SVX make it really nice. PS: with the windows down you still hear the wind, and get wet if it is raining, I have yet to decide if I like the windows or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loyale 2.7 Turbo Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 SVX > Any Plymouth. SVX's are awesome. They're really interesting cars. Yes! ... Gotta Love ´em! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s'ko Posted February 25, 2007 Share Posted February 25, 2007 That's why I have one of each :grin: Me too...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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