View Full Version : Do you think the Maloo is The Quickest Ute?
HSVLVR
08-05-2006, 11:21 PM
Do you?
denisvn93
08-05-2006, 11:33 PM
Any pics and specs?
fpv_gtho
08-05-2006, 11:49 PM
GWR confirmed it not that long ago, theres not really any discussion on the point.
HSVLVR
08-06-2006, 12:56 AM
Any pics and specs?
I can't seem to find any specs but try www.hsv.com.au. They should have specs there.
whiteballz
08-06-2006, 02:33 AM
i am curious as to why G-teki and the other member think that it (the maloo) is not the fastest ute? its confirmed by the guiness world record books, its official, whats up?
acemotorsport
08-06-2006, 02:45 AM
you watch ford will pull something out of there arses when ford bring out the next falcon
2ndclasscitizen
08-06-2006, 02:56 AM
Well, it's gonna have to be good because the Maloo is already more powerful, and is only going to get more powerful, and has the added benefit (if you don't need to carry a lot of weight) of IRS.
shockwaveracing
08-06-2006, 04:05 AM
GWR confirmed it not that long ago, theres not really any discussion on the point.
what he said
HSVLVR
08-06-2006, 04:08 AM
you watch ford will pull something out of there arses when ford bring out the next falcon
You sure because I seriously doubt that Ford is going to accomplish that!:D
acemotorsport
08-06-2006, 04:16 AM
they done that when the BA came out
charged
08-06-2006, 04:25 AM
This is a real ute and it runs 8's:D So the Maloos running 8,s now :rolleyes: J/K
http://www.rigoli.com.au/images/ute_3.jpg
acemotorsport
08-06-2006, 04:28 AM
and its powerd by a fj20 nissan
fpv_gtho
08-06-2006, 04:31 AM
You sure because I seriously doubt that Ford is going to accomplish that!:D
The only reason Ford havent made a challenge yet is because they fit 250km/h speed limiters to their top cars.
Theres no gurantee that the 2008 model will change that. If they keep the same single model with the removable rear tub, its unlikely. If they do what Holden have done, which is the more expensive path, of having a seperate cab chassis and utility body its likely they might loosen the reigns on the ute body.
HSVLVR
08-06-2006, 04:34 AM
they done that when the BA came out
If so then how come it wasn't the fastest?
fpv_gtho
08-06-2006, 04:37 AM
I think he was refering more to the "pulling something out of their arses" as in how much work they put into the BA
Blitz_
08-06-2006, 05:26 AM
If so then how come it wasn't the fastest?
roflwaffles, fan boy
HSVLVR
08-06-2006, 11:13 PM
I think he was refering more to the "pulling something out of their arses" as in how much work they put into the BA
Ok sorry!
fpv_gtho
08-07-2006, 02:24 AM
No problem mate. Making mistakes helps you learn.
IWantAnAudiRS6
08-07-2006, 02:50 AM
The Maloo is an awesome ride. So cheap, and it can carry all you need... I wish we had them over here!
fpv_gtho
08-07-2006, 02:54 AM
I think you guys can, or at least will be able to soon. Tom Walkinshaw wants to get more HSV's over to the UK but not part of the VXR range like the HSV GTO is.
2ndclasscitizen
08-07-2006, 06:36 AM
The Maloo is an awesome ride. So cheap, and it can carry all you need... I wish we had them over here!
You do, one took part in that speed run down the London airstrip, and anyway, I've seen heaps of sites about UK HSVs, and they love the utes
HSVLVR
08-08-2006, 02:56 AM
Can't you just get a Vaxhaull version of the Maloo if your in the UK?
clutch-monkey
08-08-2006, 02:59 AM
no, Vauxhall only took the monaro and it's variants, the others have to be imported through linden special vehicles or something
adrenaline
08-08-2006, 03:20 AM
Like Vauxhaul would bother ATM anyway with the all new utes being less than 24 months away.
fpv_gtho
08-08-2006, 03:41 AM
It would still be worthwhile. Ford introduced the Focus here with a similar timeframe till the new model, and IIRC Renault did the same with the Clio
adrenaline
08-08-2006, 03:43 AM
Result: The focus sunk :D IMO they should have kept the Laser nameplate (it has the herritage).
fpv_gtho
08-08-2006, 03:47 AM
The Laser also has a reputation for being a POS. The Focus didnt sink with buyers because of being the late model, the styling simply didnt gel with alot of buyers, there was a lack of an affordable hero model and Ford didnt market it anywhere near enough as they had their plate full with establishing the BA.
adrenaline
08-08-2006, 03:59 AM
The Laser also has a reputation for being a POS.
lmao fair enough :D
2ndclasscitizen
08-08-2006, 04:35 AM
The 323 was much better.
HSVLVR
08-10-2006, 03:26 AM
no, Vauxhall only took the monaro and it's variants, the others have to be imported through linden special vehicles or something
Ok then either import one or wait untill the new Maloo comes out.