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Tech · 01-06-2004, 12:40 PM

http://www.fast-autos.net/mg/mgxpower.html

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The entry level model is powered by a 320 hp 4.6 litre all aluminium quad cam V8 engine which propels the MG XPower SV to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds and on to a top speed of circa 165 mph...

...Customers can also specify the engine from the 225 mph MG ZT-T Bonneville rated at 765 hp (and beyond if required) which will give top speeds of well over 200 mph and suitably electrifying acceleration.

peacy · 01-07-2004, 08:16 AM

The 765bhp is more likely a typo...

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Despite all of these disadvantages, MG set a price of 65,000 pounds, more expensive than a 911 Carrera. Moreover, this is only the "base" model. The next step up is a 5.0-litre version capable of delivering 410 horsepower and drive through a 6-speed gearbox. Then, if you are willing to pay an unreasonable 100,000 pounds, MG will offer you a Club Sport version with 465 horsepower and FIA-approved roll-cage, which is the car shown in Birmingham motor show. It is claimed to be capable of 200mph+ and 0-62mph needs 4.1 seconds. Just claim.

Scorps · 01-07-2004, 11:24 AM

Nice but to bad its a Ford Powerplant!

MSD · 01-10-2004, 10:44 PM

Looking at the front end pic, I see BMW headlight, Pontiac/Dodge crossbred grille, BMW headlight. The back bears a resemblance to the Mercury Cougar. Further down are slightly modified Cobra rims, and a front bumper resembling a toned-down version of something a high-school kid would put on his Honda.

Somehow, these features come together to actually look cool. I'm still trying to figure out how they pulled it off.

newbombturk · 01-11-2004, 03:52 PM

Looks like a cross between a Mustang and Audi TT

Tech · 01-11-2004, 04:51 PM

not a typo... straight from the site... http://www.mgxpowersv.com/

Peryn · 01-11-2004, 11:30 PM

Sounds kinda nice...but really looks a lot like a Mustang to me. I see a compilation of a bunch of other cars, not anything unique. It looks alright, and sounds awesome, but i would prefer something...different.

01-07-2004, 11:24 AM	#3 (permalink)
Scorps Lost!! Location: Kingston, Ontario	Nice but to bad its a Ford Powerplant! __________________ A.K.A. PainTrain

01-11-2004, 04:51 PM	#6 (permalink)
Tech Addict Location: Baltimore MD	not a typo... straight from the site... http://www.mgxpowersv.com/ __________________ -Tim- ~I swear sometimes i feel like i'm married to a child. ~You better watch who you're calling a child, Lois, cause if i'm a child than you know what that makes you? a pedophile. and i'll be damned if i'm going to stand here and be lectured by a pervert.

01-11-2004, 11:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
Peryn Junkie Location: San Diego, CA.	Sounds kinda nice...but really looks a lot like a Mustang to me. I see a compilation of a bunch of other cars, not anything unique. It looks alright, and sounds awesome, but i would prefer something...different. __________________ Dont cry kid, It's not your fault you suck.

01-10-2004, 10:44 PM	#4 (permalink)
MSD The sky calls to us ... Super Moderator Location: CT	Looking at the front end pic, I see BMW headlight, Pontiac/Dodge crossbred grille, BMW headlight. The back bears a resemblance to the Mercury Cougar. Further down are slightly modified Cobra rims, and a front bumper resembling a toned-down version of something a high-school kid would put on his Honda. Somehow, these features come together to actually look cool. I'm still trying to figure out how they pulled it off.

01-11-2004, 03:52 PM	#5 (permalink)
newbombturk Upright Location: Florida	Looks like a cross between a Mustang and Audi TT