2006 Sydney International Motor Show

[HLC]

Well i was lucky enough to be able to go during the VIP entry period, and i must say, what a let down.

Especially Ford. the Force cars, well the Force 8 there, is nothing more than a spare-parts special. and well aside from the Ranger and the Focus Coupe/convertable, there was nothing else remotely exciting there. the same can be said for most other companies there. nothing really exciting to look at, no real stand outs or anything.

it also didnt seem as big as last year. Mini was notably missing, as was Lamborghini. hopefully next year will be much bigger, with the launch of Project Orion etc.

[Iphido]

Not going this year. Nothing worth while.

Hopefully next year we get a preview of Orion. They would have to start a large drip feed for a all new platform. AIM would be perfect to start it.

[Lukeyson]

did i hear correctly on the news, a 230kw supercharged 380 ?????? :eclipsee_

interesting :

[HLC]

Originally Posted by XR8fella

did i hear correctly on the news, a 230kw supercharged 380 ?????? :eclipsee_

interesting :

yeah, and the chicks standing next to it were pretty interesting too! got a photo :hihi:

[Dezza]

Originally Posted by HLC

yeah, and the chicks standing next to it were pretty interesting too! got a photo :hihi:

giggity (and I'm not talking about the car)

[05MkIIFutura]

Originally Posted by HLC

yeah, and the chicks standing next to it were pretty interesting too! got a photo :hihi:

If i ever had to choose between the 3 i would be like a kid in a loly shop

[Falcon Freak]

Originally Posted by XR8fella

did i hear correctly on the news, a 230kw supercharged 380 ?????? :eclipsee_

interesting :

It is only a one-off concept.

FF

[T3ts50]

Originally Posted by Falcon Freak

It is only a one-off concept.

FF

Thats the kind of thing they need to get people interested.

[Falcon Freak]

Mitsubishi don't have the funds to turn this concept into a production based model.

FF

[AU-MUSTD]

It's called the 380 gtp

[cArSiK]

^ geez that spoiler on the 380 looks farmiliar...

[AU-MUSTD]

Great pic hlc, if only my computer had zoom

[Jayden]

next time crop the car out :P

[dallasv8]

do we have any pics of the fords that were there?especially the ranger.

[ltd]

For some reason Peugot appeals to me this year.

[TheSneakiness]

Originally Posted by ltd

For some reason Peugot appeals to me this year.

I've seen the light.

Must... buy... Peugeot...

[Poetic Justice]

This on the 380 concept from www.autoblog.com

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The Mitsubishi 380 sold in Australia is basically a version of the Galant sedan sold in North America with a few minor styling tweaks. The car's share the same 3.8-liter MIVEC V6 from which the Australian version gets its name, which is why we're so jealous of the Australian market after seeing this 380 TMR concept being shown off at the Sydney Motor Show. The 380 TMR features a supercharged version of the MIVEC 3.8-liter V6 that produces 308 horsepower and 326 ft-lbs. of torque, which are scary numbers indeed for a front-wheel drive sedan, but assuredly entertaining, as well. Aside from the hopped-up engine, the TMR, which stands for Team Mitsubishi Ralliart, includes six-piston front and four-piston rear brakes developed by Ralliart, a ride height lowered 50mm on adjustable Koni shocks, and 19-inch wheels bound with Goodyear Eagle F1 rubber. Styling is amped up with a new hood that sports twin scoops and aggressive body kit, while Recaro seats and a Fujitsu sound system are new additions to the interior.

Mitsubishi is seriously considering offering the TMR 380 to its Australian customers in one form or another, either as a two-tier model range with a lower-spec example sporting all the visuals and a top end version that adds the supercharged motor. The automaker might also make the components used to build the TMR 380 available as individual accessories. The business case seems solid, as Mitsubishi has already received orders for the car after it was seen on the internet.

Knowing that the 3.8-liter V6 powering the 380 is available in the U.S.-spec Galant, we're groaning out loud that this supercharged version wasn't offered in the Galant Ralliart. The Galant Ralliart sold here has a normally aspirated 258-horsepower version of the same engine that routs power through a 5-speed automatic. While 258-horsepower is nothing to scoff at, scoff we shall since more powerful motors are offered by the Galant's competition in models that are bereft of much sporting intent. The Toyota Camry's 3.5-liter V6, for instance, produces 268 horsepower, and it doesn't have a TRD badge on the back. It seems Australians have even more power lust than us in North America, and Mitsubishi is happy to feed their need.

[Tles]

Some small pics from Carsguide live feed link.

[Falcon Freak]

Originally Posted by blackout

This on the 380 concept from www.autoblog.com

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The Mitsubishi 380 sold in Australia is basically a version of the Galant sedan sold in North America with a few minor styling tweaks. The cars share the same 3.8-liter MIVEC V6 from which the Australian version gets its name, which is why we're so jealous of the Australian market after seeing this 380 TMR concept being shown off at the Sydney Motor Show. The 380 TMR features a supercharged version of the MIVEC 3.8-liter V6 that produces 308 horsepower and 326 ft-lbs. of torque, which are scary numbers indeed for a front-wheel drive sedan, but assuredly entertaining, as well. Aside from the hopped-up engine, the TMR, which stands for Team Mitsubishi Ralliart, includes six-piston front and four-piston rear brakes developed by Ralliart, a ride height lowered 50mm on adjustable Koni shocks, and 19-inch wheels bound with Goodyear Eagle F1 rubber. Styling is amped up with a new hood that sports twin scoops and aggressive body kit, while Recaro seats and a Fujitsu sound system are new additions to the interior.

Mitsubishi is seriously considering offering the TMR 380 to its Australian customers in one form or another, either as a two-tier model range with a lower-spec example sporting all the visuals and a top end version that adds the supercharged motor. The automaker might also make the components used to build the TMR 380 available as individual accessories. The business case seems solid, as Mitsubishi has already received orders for the car after it was seen on the internet.

Knowing that the 3.8-liter V6 powering the 380 is available in the U.S.-spec Galant, we're groaning out loud that this supercharged version wasn't offered in the Galant Ralliart. The Galant Ralliart sold here has a normally aspirated 258-horsepower version of the same engine that routs power through a 5-speed automatic. While 258-horsepower is nothing to scoff at, scoff we shall since more powerful motors are offered by the Galant's competition in models that are bereft of much sporting intent. The Toyota Camry's 3.5-liter V6, for instance, produces 268 horsepower, and it doesn't have a TRD badge on the back. It seems Australians have even more power lust than us in North America, and Mitsubishi is happy to feed their need.

Not correct. The Mitsubishi's 380 engine is a non-MIVEC engine. Plus there are other significant differences such as different engine management systems.

FF

[Hawk]

The brunette in the pic with the supercharged 380 looks mighty familiar.....







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[robjh80]

Originally Posted by Hawk

The brunette in the pic with the supercharged 380 looks mighty familiar.....







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Relation of yours Hawk?

[Hawk]

Originally Posted by robjh80

Relation of yours Hawk?

Not quite. She was at the Mitsubishi stand of the Melbourne Motor Show last year, I think.

Here she is again....


Love the new F6 wheels.


This should be a hit.


Abit of Toyota Aurion quality....

[Falcon Freak]

Originally Posted by RATT

Abit of Toyota Aurion quality....

I don't see the problem.

FF

[Bluehoon]

can't wail till sunday.... :

Originally Posted by Falcon Freak

I don't see the problem.

FF

You're kidding right?

Front door higher than the rear.

[JC]

Originally Posted by RATT

You're kidding right?

Front door higher than the rear.

As if Falcons are any better. You're talking 1 to 2 mm here, if that.

That front on shot of the red toyota looks very VY/BA-ish. It may sells on looks, but i reckon it would really sell if it were RWD.

[ClevlndStemer]

Originally Posted by JC

As if Falcons are any better. You're talking 1 to 2 mm here, if that.

True that. My BA window seals on the rear passenger doors have a real bad alignment, as does the headlight/bonnet gap. Hopefully Orion sees better quality.

As for the look of the HSV's, yes I agree they look schmick upclose. I saw a dark grey GTS the other day and it looked menacing, love the LED tail lights as well. Hmmm now why haven't FPV dished out for some LED lights or at least Xenon for the front? Very poor form from FPV once again on BF2. The only thing introduced to the public from FPV since BA was the Typhoon (Force cars don't count as they're just GT/Typhoon without a wing with a higher price).

[blackahcdx]

Originally Posted by Falcon Freak

I don't see the problem.

FF

Would you like my grandma's glasses?

[HLC]

and its a MASSIVE panel gap.