John Cadogan, Josh Dowlings twin?

[archy]

Wow , what an idiot this guy (John Cadogan )is, the crap that comes out of his mouth, contradicts himself over and over again, also notice he is tied up with car loans Australia, which he plugs at the end of every video he presents. Just wonder if it might be in his financial interest to bag certain car makers, of course that's my personal opinion

[commodorenutt]

All these internet "journalists" (and I use that word loosely) are in it for is to click-bait those browsing the internet, so they can get their ad count through the roof.

There's very little information given - just enough to get you to click on the link, load up the bazillion ads, and ka-ching, payday for these self-appointed "experts"

Create a media frenzy - either good or bad, and the number of clicks goes up.

The more of us that click on their rubbish - even just to see what someone is posting about - the more advertising income they make, and they know it - so they stir up the pot.

Real automotive journalism died out in the 80s & 90s. Back then a journo had to be able to use correct grammar & spelling, or they were out of a job. Nowadays anyone can become an instant journo on the web, and anything goes, so it seems. With all the assistance they have with spell & grammar check, there's no excuse for the countless screw-ups.

[Sprintey]

Originally Posted by commodorenutt

All these internet "journalists" (and I use that word loosely) are in it for is to click-bait those browsing the internet, so they can get their ad count through the roof.

There's very little information given - just enough to get you to click on the link, load up the bazillion ads, and ka-ching, payday for these self-appointed "experts"

Create a media frenzy - either good or bad, and the number of clicks goes up.

The more of us that click on their rubbish - even just to see what someone is posting about - the more advertising income they make, and they know it - so they stir up the pot.

Real automotive journalism died out in the 80s & 90s. Back then a journo had to be able to use correct grammar & spelling, or they were out of a job. Nowadays anyone can become an instant journo on the web, and anything goes, so it seems. With all the assistance they have with spell & grammar check, there's no excuse for the countless screw-ups.

So true. We have also lost some very interesting measurements in the road tests, such as piston speeds at redline and full descriptions of gearing. But we have gained opinions of how easy it is to connect a smartphone, and the feel of the soft-touch dash plastics. Lame.

[Peterwl]

I just had a look at his site and watched his clip on buying a small car in Australia.

You think he is hard on the Territory, you should hear what he has to say about the Holden Cruze and VW Golf. And I would think Alfa Romeo Australia would want to sue him for what he says about Alfas.

Absolutely true what he states.

He gives only a tentative good review on the Mazda 3 and tears it to pieces for having Idle Stop Start.

Sorry gentlemen, I think his reviews are good, he may not drive them all, but he does his homework.



Cheers All

[SumoDog68]

Julian Edgar and Autospeed used to be pretty realistic in his car reviews. Problem is if you are car companies don't supply you with cars to review. I read lots of reviews and in particular the ones that cover cars I am interested in. Driving those cars I often pick up on certain issues that are rarely mentioned in the reviews. These guys tread carefully as advertising dollar is important to them .
I actually wrote to Cadogan regarding his review of the car I own and he changed a sentence I disagreed with :-) He is over the top because he has to be to attract the attention but he does hit the nail on the head occasionally.
http://autoexpert.com.au/buying-a-ca...da-or-the-audi
You won't find this sort of analysis in the mainstream media.

[Olbucko]

Originally Posted by Peterwl

I just had a look at his site and watched his clip on buying a small car in Australia.

You think he is hard on the Territory, you should hear what he has to say about the Holden Cruze and VW Golf. And I would think Alfa Romeo Australia would want to sue him for what he says about Alfas.

Absolutely true what he states.

He gives only a tentative good review on the Mazda 3 and tears it to pieces for having Idle Stop Start.

Sorry gentlemen, I think his reviews are good, he may not drive them all, but he does his homework.



Cheers All

He may not like the Cruze, but he has a passionate dislike for the Craptiva, he compares it with Stephen King's Christine

[vztrt]

Originally Posted by Olbucko

He may not like the Cruze, but he has a passionate dislike for the Craptiva, he compares it with Stephen King's Christine

Maybe he owned one. Its one car I constantly hear to stay away from.

Mind you the petrol cruize seems to like to do head gaskets.

[theBlake]

I like the guy, he is also funny. I imagine that current model Focus drivers are not going to like him though.

He gives good advice much of it supported by fact. If you don't like it, address his claims with facts :-)

I have written to him before, he published his response within a few hours and emailed me back at 3am. He is either a bat or a workaholic. :-)

[Stefan]

He has a massive dislike for German cars....they likely wronged him at some point in his career.

His main argument is always value, based on features and rrp.

Well yes specced identically a German car will be more expensive than a Korean car...to him that makes the German var a dud every time.

My base A3 2007 1.8t with 150,000k on the odo was tight and quiet as the day we bought it with a real quality feel. bet the Hyundai excel would not have been.

[Mondaveo]

I have actually read a number of reviews and reports on his website, and am a subscriber to his YouTube channel.

If you can get past the hyperbole, and the fact that he's constantly bashing our favourite brand and what's left of Australian manufacturing in general, he's quite entertaining and generally makes good points. His series on how to buy a car without getting ripped off for instance is great for new players (and what got me in).

At the end of the day he's doing it to promote his business (brokering cars), and himself as a (loud and bellicose) consumer advocate, but it's like any media - just opinions, and if you don't agree you're free to discard it...

[Mondaveo]

Stefan I think his main gripe about the German marques is that Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi and the like are ostensibly prestige brands, which in order to try to capture more market share have moved into offering cheaper models that have no merits other than the badge on the hood. The economics of manufacturing in Germany mean that they can't compete with the Japanese or Koreans, so they de-spec and cut corners in engineering (he'll cite JD Power and Consumer Reports from the US to back up claims about reliability/ownership) to make that price point. Not to say that any of those marques are intrinsically bad (well, maybe M-B for reliability and Audi for coming under VAG and Dieselgate) - just that, at the low end of their ranges, you can usually do better. (And his focus is on the mainstream market, which is where those brands position their low-end offerings.)

If you watch enough you'll find that he bags every brand over something or other - even the ones he generally recommends (Hyundai need to change half their range, Mazda's i-Stop needs to DIAF, etc). I have to say though, the ones he berates constantly are generally serving up reasons to do so...

[Stefan]

Originally Posted by Mondaveo

Stefan I think his main gripe about the German marques is that Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi and the like are ostensibly prestige brands, which in order to try to capture more market share have moved into offering cheaper models that have no merits other than the badge on the hood. The economics of manufacturing in Germany mean that they can't compete with the Japanese or Koreans, so they de-spec and cut corners in engineering (he'll cite JD Power and Consumer Reports from the US to back up claims about reliability/ownership) to make that price point. Not to say that any of those marques are intrinsically bad (well, maybe M-B for reliability and Audi for coming under VAG and Dieselgate) - just that, at the low end of their ranges, you can usually do better. (And his focus is on the mainstream market, which is where those brands position their low-end offerings.)

If you watch enough you'll find that he bags every brand over something or other - even the ones he generally recommends (Hyundai need to change half their range, Mazda's i-Stop needs to DIAF, etc). I have to say though, the ones he berates constantly are generally serving up reasons to do so...

I've watched a few and every time he'll compare a base spec German with a top range Jap / Korean (they are now line-ball price wise) then bash the German car for being low specced, then bash again claiming the Euro is "despecced" to fool consumer. Well, last time I checked you can get a crappy no frills Mazda 3 with hub caps too, so the point is moot. Spec for Spec the German car is more expensive than a Jap / Korean not a great surprise to anyone at all I would have thought.

Nothing wrong with having a base model then optioning up from there, in fact it is fantastic in my opinion.

If I want a base model Mazda 3 to go from A-B locally without Zenon lights, adaptive cruise, lane change alarm, park assist, but want leather seats...nope cant buy it, can only buy a top of the range with all the crap I don't want, effectively getting screwed.

German car, I start with base and option from there, only paying for the stuff I want ie leather trim.

Does he go into handling? performance? braking? Comfort? road noise? Quality? Ergonomics?....Nope, doesn't even drive the dam cars, looks at a brochure of inclusions, looks at RRP and declares Kia a far superior car, because for the same price I get some BS option I don't need.

My Audi was base too, same as a 2007 corolla spec wise, but the feel of quality, fit and finish, brake feel, road holding on my base 2007 Audi was far superior than a 2007 corolla...it comes at a price premium.

[FairmontGS]

I checked out his YouTube Channel today - what a knob! LOL. I can see why he doesn't have a gig with any of the mainstream auto press. God I'd hate to get out of bed being that angry every day.

[RANGEREST]

I use his website for a new car inquiry, http://autoexpert.com.au/contact-save, they claim they'll "save you thousands" on vehicle price and on finance.
The new vehicle price was on an Everest and their quote was $64990, when I told them Ford were selling them for $62490 they said they'd get back to me,
3 months later and I'm still waiting.

And their finance gurus were no better, way dearer on their quote, they were claiming a great rate, but the dollar figures were considerably higher than what I'd been quoted from my bank, when I asked how this could be, they added that there was fees etc which had to be included, which may change things slightly. Slightly I asked, try $80 per month for the life of the lease (4yrs).
Needless to say I unsubscribed from his/their dribble.

[Mondaveo]

Originally Posted by Stefan

If I want a base model Mazda 3 to go from A-B locally without Zenon lights, adaptive cruise, lane change alarm, park assist, but want leather seats...nope cant buy it, can only buy a top of the range with all the crap I don't want, effectively getting screwed.

German car, I start with base and option from there, only paying for the stuff I want ie leather trim.

LOL, there's a first world problem... "I only wanted leather seats on my $50K car, but I had to get adaptive cruise, lane departure and park assist as well for free!"

Nope, doesn't even drive the dam cars, looks at a brochure of inclusions, looks at RRP and declares Kia a far superior car, because for the same price I get some BS option I don't need.

My Audi was base too, same as a 2007 corolla spec wise, but the feel of quality, fit and finish, brake feel, road holding on my base 2007 Audi was far superior than a 2007 corolla...it comes at a price premium.

A few observations.

First up he is speaking to mainstream Australian car buyers... That means the general public. Not car people like you or me. I think that's why his comments come across as so inflammatory particularly to enthusiasts and people invested in certain makes or models.

Secondly the mainstream car buying public are buying at mainstream price points and Merc, Beemer, Audi et al have introduced models at those price points. Isn't it obvious to ask how they compare to other players? And he's comparing the market today, not the models of nine years ago. I'm sure Hyundai had little to recommend back in 2007.

Thirdly, personal preference still comes into it. If his assessment doesn't jive with what you value in a vehicle, then feel free to disregard it.

And I would venture to lament that, given the meteoric rise of imported SUVs, the average Australian car buyer apparently doesn't give a stuff about handling, performance, ergonomics, practicality etc either...!

[SumoDog68]

Originally Posted by Stefan

I've watched a few and every time he'll compare a base spec German with a top range Jap / Korean (they are now line-ball price wise) then bash the German car for being low specced, then bash again claiming the Euro is "despecced" to fool consumer. Well, last time I checked you can get a crappy no frills Mazda 3 with hub caps too, so the point is moot. Spec for Spec the German car is more expensive than a Jap / Korean not a great surprise to anyone at all I would have thought.

Nothing wrong with having a base model then optioning up from there, in fact it is fantastic in my opinion.

If I want a base model Mazda 3 to go from A-B locally without Zenon lights, adaptive cruise, lane change alarm, park assist, but want leather seats...nope cant buy it, can only buy a top of the range with all the crap I don't want, effectively getting screwed.

German car, I start with base and option from there, only paying for the stuff I want ie leather trim.

Does he go into handling? performance? braking? Comfort? road noise? Quality? Ergonomics?....Nope, doesn't even drive the dam cars, looks at a brochure of inclusions, looks at RRP and declares Kia a far superior car, because for the same price I get some BS option I don't need.

My Audi was base too, same as a 2007 corolla spec wise, but the feel of quality, fit and finish, brake feel, road holding on my base 2007 Audi was far superior than a 2007 corolla...it comes at a price premium.

His example with Mazda CX 5 vs Audi Q3 stands IMO. Audi costs 28 k extra once optioned to Mazda level. Alloy wheels upgrade from 17 to 19 3.5k , sat Nav 2.5k . Does Q3 brake ,handle or is of higher quality to the tune of 28k or 50% better ? Cars are near identical in size , it depends how much a person values a badge and equipment levels.
From manufacturing point of view it is cheaper and easier to do one spec than to have multitude of options. Lexus started that with LS400 - only option was sunroof delete .

http://autoexpert.com.au/buying-a-ca...da-or-the-audi

[Stefan]

Originally Posted by SumoDog68

His example with Mazda CX 5 vs Audi Q3 stands IMO. Audi costs 28 k extra once optioned to Mazda level. Alloy wheels upgrade from 17 to 19 3.5k , sat Nav 2.5k . Does Q3 brake ,handle or is of higher quality to the tune of 28k or 50% better ? Cars are near identical in size , it depends how much a person values a badge .
From manufacturing point of view it is cheaper and easier to do one spec than to have multitude of options. Lexus started that with LS400 - only option was sunroof delete .

http://autoexpert.com.au/buying-a-ca...da-or-the-audi

Audi more expensive than Mazda...wow what a surprise!!!

A Fairmont is cheaper than a Merc...does that make the Fairmont a better car?

I'm going start reviewing wine on YouTube, call myself wine expert....dont buy an expensive bottle of wine for 50 bucks, it just has grapes in it like the one in the cask for 10 bucks.

That's about as credible a review as reviewing cars from a brochure like this 2 bob joker does.

[SumoDog68]

Originally Posted by Stefan

Audi more expensive than Mazda...wow what a surprise!!!

A Fairmont is cheaper than a Merc...does that make the Fairmont a better car?

I'm going start reviewing wine on YouTube, call myself wine expert....dont buy an expensive bottle of wine for 50 bucks, it just has grapes in it like the one in the cask for 10 bucks.

That's about as credible a review as reviewing cars from a brochure like this 2 bob joker does.

I do believe that something like G6ET or SSV are better cars than base model C class :-) . Looking at the sales numbers I 'll have to admit I am in minority :-).

[Stefan]

Originally Posted by SumoDog68

I do believe that something like G6ET or SSV are better cars than base model C class :-) . Looking at the sales numbers I 'll have to admit I am in minority :-).

But why compare to a base model? What's the point? Compare to a e63, c clad is not even in falcon class, its half the size.

I would think if you want a full size v8 sedan you arnt looking at 2 litre C class

[theBlake]

Originally Posted by Stefan

He has a massive dislike for German cars....they likely wronged him at some point in his career.

No he is not.

He makes several comments that the likes of BMW and Mercedes make fine cars. He just calls the sub $60k budget versions very poor value for money and to be avoided, compared to cars specced just as much but cheaper.

[Stefan]

Originally Posted by Mondaveo

LOL, there's a first world problem... "I only wanted leather seats on my $50K car, but I had to get adaptive cruise, lane departure and park assist as well for free!"


A few observations.

First up he is speaking to mainstream Australian car buyers... That means the general public. Not car people like you or me. I think that's why his comments come across as so inflammatory particularly to enthusiasts and people invested in certain makes or models.

Secondly the mainstream car buying public are buying at mainstream price points and Merc, Beemer, Audi et al have introduced models at those price points. Isn't it obvious to ask how they compare to other players? And he's comparing the market today, not the models of nine years ago. I'm sure Hyundai had little to recommend back in 2007.

Thirdly, personal preference still comes into it. If his assessment doesn't jive with what you value in a vehicle, then feel free to disregard it.

And I would venture to lament that, given the meteoric rise of imported SUVs, the average Australian car buyer apparently doesn't give a stuff about handling, performance, ergonomics, practicality etc either...!

I get it what you are saying, I worked out before I could even drive, without anyone telling me, that a European car is more expensive than one from Japan or Korea.

But no point arguing as you are right I watched a few videos simply giggled at the uselessness of a car review without driving the car and moved on, simply posted my opinion here as a thread existed.

If you or even a non car person had no inkling to the point that a Q3 will set you back more than a CX5 I'm truly surprised, as I honestly thought everyone knew that.

You comment on the SUV very true, but the "Auto Expert" seems to elude that 19" wheels on the CX5 make it better, why does it need 19" wheels? It's an SUV not a performance car! The Audi will ride better, smoother and quieter on 17" wheels. But I guess you need to actually drive the car to know that, which brings me back to the pointless nature of his reviews.

[Elks]

Originally Posted by Peterwl

Sorry gentlemen, I think his reviews are good, he may not drive them all, but he does his homework.

Cheers All

That doesn't even make sense. How can you write a fair and accurate review of a car you haven't driven. What's the basis for the review. A press release? Advertising dollars?

[BadMax]

Originally Posted by theBlake

If you don't like it, address his claims with facts:-)

I did. Pretty certain he abused me and claimed his, "engineering" friends who advised him were correct, even though I have almost a 1/4 of a century of experience over him on the subject, he wouldn't accept my response.

Originally Posted by theBlake

I have written to him before, he published his response within a few hours and emailed me back at 3am. He is either a bat or a workaholic. :-)

He's neither. His talk back radio show is on the grave yard shift...I guess so nobody accidently tunes in to his garbage.

[Mondaveo]

Originally Posted by Stefan

I get it what you are saying, I worked out before I could even drive, without anyone telling me, that a European car is more expensive than one from Japan or Korea.

Some Fords are European. As are Opel, VW, Fiat...
And flipside there is Lexus, Infiniti and Genesis...

It's funny, sometimes my wife will ask me if another car on the road is an "expensive" marque and sometimes I find it hard to answer her... we live in a world now where some Mercs cost less than some Toyotas...

Originally Posted by Stefan

the "Auto Expert" seems to elude that 19" wheels on the CX5 make it better, why does it need 19" wheels?

Probably because it'll look better in Sydney gridlock, not like you need ride control in that. Like I said, mainstream!

Originally Posted by Elks

How can you write a fair and accurate review of a car you haven't driven. What's the basis for the review.

I think it's more accurate that way.

His review of the Hyundai Tucson did include a test drive. From that intimate exposure and research he declared it the bees knees, bestest SUV ever, even betterer than anything with a VW badge.

Followed by a correction when it was pointed out that he was incorrect in asserting it had adaptive cruise control.

Followed by complete retraction of his top recommendation when the four-star ANCAP result came out.

Fortunately they fixed it now, so it can go back on the BUY list, all good

[fps_grandma]

His target audience are the compact car and dual-cab buyers, who happen to be the biggest new car buyer group who may or may not know any better, not car enthusiasts.

Only new cars need be discussed even though used cars are sometimes are actually better value for money but won't make him money.
It seems he refers you to his brokers on his website at the end of many videos.

Was he picked on in school?

[Mondaveo]

Originally Posted by fps_grandma

His target audience are the compact car and dual-cab buyers, who happen to be the biggest new car buyer group

I thought it was small cars and SUVs. The dual-cab utes do get mentioned too but not as often.

Originally Posted by fps_grandma

Only new cars need be discussed even though used cars are sometimes are actually better value for money but won't make him money.

Actually he does talk about used cars in the buying guides and mail bag segments, and does also recommend that under a certain threshold (think it was $15,000) you are better off buying used than any of the cheap 'n' nasties available under that price.

[Kingsley]

Originally Posted by new2ford

Evan Green can't be compared with those desk warriors, he was a very experienced rally driver.

I'll be controversial here and say that he did Australian road fatality statistics a favour. Those cars at that time were evil-handling, technologically underdeveloped beasts with poor primary and secondary safety. On the racetrack in the hands of professionals was one thing, in the hands of unskilled drivers on the road was another. And wasn't it about making certain cars eligible to race by selling minimum numbers to the public? Pretty irresponsible of those manufacturers really. They had a hell of a lot more work to do to make them safe road cars and they weren't trying really hard on that front. That took them about another 20 years.

To be fair, those cars weren't the problem since most were out of reach of the average Joe 'hoon' and built in small limited numbers. And they were the peak of technology back then compared to what else was around in that period including their lesser model brethren. Their representation in road fatalities was comparably minor. Besides if they were the evil life ending hoon mobiles that the hysterical media had you believe then how else do you explain why the 500 genuine, original examples of the 300 hundred originally built survive to this day????
Evans story totally deflected the problem away from the real issue of the majority of motorists that were already busy slaughtering themselves in cars that were 5+ years older, that legally had no seat belts, drum brakes all round and riding on dangerous rag cross ply tyres or retreads with crap suspensions and very little in safety equipment. However this didn't sell newspapers like Evans story did....

[Stefan]

Evan Green's story was pretty benign, probably the first media beat up as it was destined for the back pages but got front page on a slow news day. Public and media ran with the outrage and the rest is history.

Not sure the rule of having to build 300 "race cars" would have lasted much longer. Common sense and all that would have prevailed eventually.

Story is much less opinionated as 90% of the garbage in the news these days.

160MPH “SUPER CARS” SOON.
Minister Horrified

By the Sun –Herald Motoring Editor EVAN GREEN

Australia’s three major car makers are about to produce ‘super cars” with top speeds up to 160 miles an hour.
But NSW transport minister Milton Morris said yesterday that he was appalled at “bullets on wheels” being sold to ordinary motorists.
The automotive “big three” General Motors Holden, Ford and Chrysler are building the cars for a head on confrontation in Australia’s most important motor race, the Hardie Ferodo 500, at Bathurst on October 1.
The cars will be available to the general public for use on the open road.
Bitter Controversy.
SUPER CARS HORRIFY TRANSPORT MINISTER
The new models, developed from family saloons, are among the fastest and most powerful cars in the world.
Their introduction is sure to arouse bitter controversy.
The “super cars”are :
A V8 Holden Torana, which will replace the 6 cylinder XU1 as GMH’s top competition car.
With it’s light body and big engine, it is potentially the fastest car ever built in this country, with a theoretical top speed in excess of 160mph.
Australia’s most powerful car, the 380 bhp Ford Falcon GTHO Phase 4, which is capable of sustaining a maximum speed of 152mph, but is expected to go faster on the down hill straight at Bathurst.
An updated version of the Chrysler Valiant Charger, with a high performance 6 cylinder engine developing almost 300bhp, and a new 4 speed close ratio gearbox.
The new Chrysler is already in production. Two of the 4 speed Chargers known as the E39 series will be racing at Oran Park today in the models competition debut.
The latest Falcon GTHO and the new Torana V8 have yet to go into production.
In fact no details have been released officially, for the cars are still under company security wraps.
All three cars owe their existence to a modern phenomenon in the cars sales world, the immense prestige of a win at Bathurst.
The 500 mile race is for standard production saloons. There is no other race like it in the world. And it has now bred three cars unlike any others produced anywhere, family cars that have been developed into sporting saloons with the performance of a Ferrari or Lamborghini.
Under the rules of the Hardie Ferodo 500, at least 200 basically identical units must be sold in Australia before a locally made car can qualify for the race.
Therein lies the problem.
“I don’t mind expert racing drivers handling such machines on enclosed racing circuits,” Mr Morris told me.”But the thought that ordinary motorist of varying degrees of skill will be able to purchase these bullets on wheels and drive them on public roads is alarming.”
“I am horrified at the prospect of young and inexperienced drivers getting behind the wheel of such machines”.
“This is specially the case when the cars reach the second hand market And their braking and suspension systems have deteriorated.”

“Safest on the road”
“If manufacturer’s are making these super cars available to the general public, because this is a condition of eligibility for the Bathurst 500, then I think it is imperative that the organizers closely examine their rules.”
While the new cars appear certain to draw salvoes of criticism because of there ultra high top speeds, they are soundly engineered cars with a strong emphasis on safety features.
They will introduce new standards of handling and control among the ranks of locally made high performance cars.
The Torana will use the five litre plus Holden 308 V8 engine. This engine, is one litre bigger than the motor fitted to a Jaguar XJ6, develops 240 bhp in standard trim.
Weight of the V8 Torana is believed to be only 65 lb greater than the 6 cylinder xu1, although power has received a 50% boost. The engine has been fitted further back in the body shell, and handling is reputed to be superior to that of the xu1.
The car has a close ratio gearbox (with 120mph possible in third) and wide alloy wheels. The Torana V8 heralds a “boots and all” approach by GMH to end the recent domination of the Bathurst race by Ford.
It is believed that GMH may use the new car to spearhead an intense export campaign. After Bathurst the Torana V8 could compete in races and rallies in Asia, Africa and even Europe.
Harry Firth, who managers the Holden Dealer Team is deeply involved in the development of the machine, would give no details of the car or it’s program when questioned during the week.
“All I can say is that it will be the best handling, safest car on the road.” He said.
The new Falcon is a refinement of the GTHO models that have won the past two Bathurst 500 mile races.
Easier Driving.
The engine, infact, maybe slightly less powerful because the compression ratio has been dropped on the 351(5.7 litre) V8.
This, however, will give the motor a broader power band, and make it easier to drive. The car will be faster because the XA Falcon body is better streamlined than the previous model. A wider track and longer wheelbase also give it a natural advantage in road holding.
15 inch alloy wheels overcome two major problems with GTHO Falcons , the allow the fitment of wider, low profile racing tyres and give much improved brake ventilation.

[Carrion]

Evan Green was such a toss pot. Always getting in the way trying to interview drivers still in, or getting out of cars in the pits.

Ah good times, those were the days.

[GasoLane]

Originally Posted by Carrion

Evan Green was such a toss pot. Always getting in the way trying to interview drivers still in, or getting out of cars in the pits

Or trying to talk to Alan Moffat on the grid at one Bathurst, which went something like................

Evan Green.... "and what's Alan Moffat thinking of at a time like this?"
Alan Moffat.... "trying to think of smart answers for people who stick a microphone in my face"