Gransport MC Victory X 3

[am117au]

Regarding the discussion of the differnet drivng dynamics of the MC-Victory compared to normal Gransport, I have just noticed that the last three digits of my engine number on my MC-Victory match the edition number of my car '157' - that could just be complete coincidence but, otherwse, could add credence to the concept of the MC-Victory engines being somehow different and 180 engines built in a series. Any other MC-V owners out there can check their engine number against edition number?

A good spot however thats not the case ...#128 Engine# -----331

 

[hashluck]

A good spot however thats not the case ...#128 Engine# -----331

Thanks for conifrming

 

[happydaze]

#117 engine #-----169

 

[boomerang]

Mc victory vs GS has been discussed more often.
In my opinion, the MCV should be the car that is part of a collection.
It should be and stay a (very) low milage car to keep its value high.
For me, the very sporty seats and nervous steering, makes the MCV a less comfortable companion for longer journeys.
It is the car for the very spirited drive around curvy country roads.
But that is just my opinion.

 

[happydaze]

Interesting comments there. boomerang. Two of the things I like most about my MCV - are the seats, and the super-responsive steering ! No need to worry about me clocking up lots of miles, as there are 5 more cars for me to wear out. There are some good MCV-suitable roads near me, and I try to give it a run at least once a week.

 

[Ewan]

There’s nothing “nervous” about the steering on the MCV. It’s simply spot on. The GS steering is fine, but the MCV steering is better. On any journey.

The MCV for sale at Richard Grace Cars is a great option at a very fair price.

 

[dickygrace]

There’s nothing “nervous” about the steering on the MCV. It’s simply spot on. The GS steering is fine, but the MCV steering is better. On any journey.

The MCV for sale at Richard Grace Cars is a great option at a very fair price.

Thanks for saying so Ewan, it’s a special car.

 

[Wattie]

Thanks for saying so Ewan, it’s a special car.

Should be able to negotiate a £1000 off.
Just saying

 

[boomerang]

Must have driven the wrong MCV then.
Did a 20 mile high way drive and thought the car behaved more nervous compared to the GS back then.
I even think the Gransport already is quite direct and responsive regarding steering characteristic.
So the last thing i would be looking for, was a more direct steering rack.
But I am the same guy that is bothered with the 4200 series drive line vibrations, so maybe I am to much looking for comfort in the wrong car
Should I have bought a Granturismo maybe....

 

[Ewan]

The Granturismo is indeed the more "touring" of the two. But to me, nervousness sounds like a problem with the tyres, rather than steering. Maybe the MCV you tried had Pirelli's

 

[lozcb]

I see currently there are 3 MC Victory’s for sale on AT which let’s face it is rare to see....but whar suprised me is the different in price....

Dicky‘s looks an absolute bargain compared to the other two...

Dicky’s - 2006 - 40k miles - Black - £47950
Giallo - 2006 - 45k miles - Blue - £59995
Nuvula - 2006 - 15k miles - Black - £64990

I get that the Nuvola car is very low miles but is it really worth paying 20k more for those low miles. The thing with these three as well is that they are all with respected specialists so would expect all to be great examples.....

If I was after one of these I would be banging on Dicky’s door pretty sharpish.

Gutted lol , I thought the GS now back at home was about to become one of the lowest miles car in the UK ....................this one pips it by a 1000 miles

 

[am117au]

Must have driven the wrong MCV then.
Did a 20 mile high way drive and thought the car behaved more nervous compared to the GS back then.
I even think the Gransport already is quite direct and responsive regarding steering characteristic.
So the last thing i would be looking for, was a more direct steering rack.
But I am the same guy that is bothered with the 4200 series drive line vibrations, so maybe I am to much looking for comfort in the wrong car
Should I have bought a Granturismo maybe....

Boomerang.. I have an MCV and also an Alfa Guilia GTA.. if your referring to a car with very direct steering then go and drive the Alfa . Im sure you'll come away saying just how lazy the steering is on the Gransport.

 

[cheshiremaserati]

997 Turbos are rapid, and an Elise is a great car. The GS has 4 proper seats though, so not really a comparable.

Good comment. The 996/997 Turbo is all-time 4 Wheel Drive. There is little or no lag (the 997 runs Variable Geometry Turbos where the pitch of the blades changes at low revs to create rapid spooling with no lag).

Lotus I have no experience, so no comment.

The 996/997 Turbo is exceptional. Nothing quite gives the handling with the ballistic shove. I am fortunate that I have a 996 Turbo (with the bigger X50 turbo factory option) and the GS. When asked which I prefer, my reply is consistent:
"I like them both in their own unique ways. They are very different cars and a comparison should be avoided."

 

[Chrisb2015]

Good comment. The 996/997 Turbo is all-time 4 Wheel Drive. There is little or no lag (the 997 runs Variable Geometry Turbos where the pitch of the blades changes at low revs to create rapid spooling with no lag).

Lotus I have no experience, so no comment.

The 996/997 Turbo is exceptional. Nothing quite gives the handling with the ballistic shove. I am fortunate that I have a 996 Turbo (with the bigger X50 turbo factory option) and the GS. When asked which I prefer, my reply is consistent:
"I like them both in their own unique ways. They are very different cars and a comparison should be avoided."

Good to hear from an owner of both. Perhaps comment on the relative strengths of each?