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    Quote Originally Posted by mclaren_crazy View Post
    I have started forming a list of things I want to do to it and now just need the resources to carry them out!
    Now what would that list include?
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    Quote Originally Posted by lightweight View Post
    The question is whether the parts that are now used in Saturn models will be used on other GM non-Saturn products.

    For example Elise K-series owners could source engine-transmission parts from Rover dealerships (before Rover shut down)

    If I have to make a guess, the 1,8l I4 will not be used in many cars
    IIRC the Astra is related to the Cobalt, so Chevy dealers can probably service it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by mclaren_crazy View Post
    I absolutely love it, its a hoot to drive and the suspension feels much nicer than most other things I have driven.
    That's because its not American Nice car though, looks odd without the big Vauxhall "V" grille in my opinion, but thats just because it's all i've ever known. Just needs a VXR engine in it and an LSD between the fronts to keep all the torque-steer in check
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    Quote Originally Posted by Clivey View Post
    Nice car! - I used to have a 5-door version but the engine / spec wasn't as good as yours. Miles better than a Slobalt!

    They only sell 1.8-litre petrols in the 'States, don't they?
    The Saturn brochure I had a year or two ago noted a possible "RedLine" model which I'm guessing is a VXR. Whether or not it is or will be released is another story.
    I'm dropping out to create a company that starts with motorcycles, then cars, and forty years later signs a legendary Brazilian driver who has a public and expensive feud with his French teammate.

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    Quote Originally Posted by kingofthering View Post
    The Saturn brochure I had a year or two ago noted a possible "RedLine" model which I'm guessing is a VXR. Whether or not it is or will be released is another story.
    I'd say all sings point to no...
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    that is your first car? how old are you!

    i just bought myself a corsa today too. pints are on us!

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    Quote Originally Posted by johnnynumfiv View Post
    Nice ride for a first car! The stance looks pretty good so I can't say lower it.
    You are weak.
    Lower it.

    and 'grats.
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    Awesome, any interior shots?

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    Wow! Nice first car! HUGe congrats!
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    Which engine is this?
    John says:
    so i had to dump acid into the block tank today
    i'm afraid to fap
    cause i got it on my hands

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    that looks awesome Jared! I actually hadnt seen it like that with that black paint and that wheel combo. looks really sharp. what kind of mods were you thinking ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by baddabang View Post
    Which engine is this?
    Normally aspirated 1.8 litre four cylinder with 140bhp.
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    Niice, i Like the 'SportHatch' as we call them over here. I tried looking for a 1.4 SportHatch when buying a new car recently but they were too new to get a decent one in budget
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    Congrats! A fantastic 1st car! Looks fantastic.

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    Quote Originally Posted by lightweight View Post
    Now what would that list include?
    Full HID lights

    intake and exhaust(full header to tip system, no fart cans)

    paint wheels

    smoke tail lights

    lowered a few cm maybe


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