Driving feel pre 2013 vs post 2013 Vantage
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Had a '07 and '14.
Yes the extra 0.4L is noticeable.
Took both out on the track before.
- '14 brakes are better
- '14 suspension are slightly firmer and sportier
- '14 manual transmission is crispier
- '14 clutch is lighter and easier to engage
-' 14 steering rack is noticeably quicker
Though non driving feel wise...I feel that '07 interior leather is thicker and more lush than '14. Maybe they went cheap on the later models.
Yes the extra 0.4L is noticeable.
Took both out on the track before.
- '14 brakes are better
- '14 suspension are slightly firmer and sportier
- '14 manual transmission is crispier
- '14 clutch is lighter and easier to engage
-' 14 steering rack is noticeably quicker
Though non driving feel wise...I feel that '07 interior leather is thicker and more lush than '14. Maybe they went cheap on the later models.
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Had a '07 and '14.
Yes the extra 0.4L is noticeable.
Took both out on the track before.
- '14 brakes are better
- '14 suspension are slightly firmer and sportier
- '14 manual transmission is crispier
- '14 clutch is lighter and easier to engage
-' 14 steering rack is noticeably quicker
Though non driving feel wise...I feel that '07 interior leather is thicker and more lush than '14. Maybe they went cheap on the later models.
Yes the extra 0.4L is noticeable.
Took both out on the track before.
- '14 brakes are better
- '14 suspension are slightly firmer and sportier
- '14 manual transmission is crispier
- '14 clutch is lighter and easier to engage
-' 14 steering rack is noticeably quicker
Though non driving feel wise...I feel that '07 interior leather is thicker and more lush than '14. Maybe they went cheap on the later models.
Yeah, I don't think there's any debate that a pre 4.7 and a '14 are very different. But the difference between a pre '13 and after (assuming both are "base" model)? Pretty subtle differences and I think it really comes down to how much those particular details matter to any particular buyer.
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The only "dramatic" difference you'll feel in any V8V is the difference between the 4.3L and 4.7L engines. Everything else is incremental and you won't notice it unless you're doing a back-to-back comparison and paying really, really close attention.
Here's some broad buying guidance:
If nothing matters and you want a V8V, get a well-maintained 4.3L because they're great cars for the money.
If power matters, get a 4.7L because it's noticeably more powerful (specifically in mid-range torque).
If you want the "best" V8V you can get, get the newest one you can afford. The newer it is, the more refinements it will have (all the stuff being discussed).
Here's some broad buying guidance:
If nothing matters and you want a V8V, get a well-maintained 4.3L because they're great cars for the money.
If power matters, get a 4.7L because it's noticeably more powerful (specifically in mid-range torque).
If you want the "best" V8V you can get, get the newest one you can afford. The newer it is, the more refinements it will have (all the stuff being discussed).
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I may be wrong, but I'm pretty sure this has next to zero impact on price. When the warranty has only months left, it's not that valuable anyhow. Price on Vantages seems to be all about miles, model year, colors. If you are price sensitive, pick 2 of those and be open to accepting the third. One man's bizarre leather color choice is another man's bargain pre-owned Vantage.
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