Do you daily your F-Type?
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Joined: Jul 2020
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The V6 with switchable exhaust is not a problem for my neighborhood. For mornings and evenings I put it in quiet mode and I've never had any complaints. I have neighbors that have made nose complaints, but never for me. Keeping the speed and the revs down helps too.
It's a refined sound, and not the loudest car on the street. The initial startup is the only time it barks, and even then, not like the V8.
It's a refined sound, and not the loudest car on the street. The initial startup is the only time it barks, and even then, not like the V8.
Even with a modified exhaust system, the sound output is quite controllable.
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Joined: Oct 2014
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From: Kansas City, MO
I plan to use my F-Type V6 as a daily driver, or as I’ve also heard it called a “grocery getter”. As such, I am curious what type of noise the 6-cylinder puts out on a general “daily driving” basis (quick trips to the store, coffee or beer run etc). Would you say there is an audible “snarl” at nearly any speed even in stop-and-go traffic? And would you say you generally have pretty good control over the sound output?
Basically, much as I plan on having fun with the car, I am just trying to avoid a situation where the car is summoning a great deal of attention (noise-wise) when I’m just trying to make a quick trip to the post office lol. Appreciate your thoughts : )
Basically, much as I plan on having fun with the car, I am just trying to avoid a situation where the car is summoning a great deal of attention (noise-wise) when I’m just trying to make a quick trip to the post office lol. Appreciate your thoughts : )
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From: Northern California
For reference: My V8 miles are barely double-digit, while my V6 miles are over 42,000. On my test drives of the V8, I thought the sound levels were a bit much for daily use, but expect the salesman had deliberately pushed the "loud" button, so I discount that as meaningful experience.
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Joined: Oct 2020
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From: Vancouver, BC
First year of dailying a 2020 R. The (relatively) large trunk makes daily activities very manageable so I seldom find myself wishing I took the SUV instead. We’ll see how the upcoming winter goes but one day at a time!
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Joined: Mar 2017
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From: New York
I daily drive my 2017 S convertible out/in of NYC, it's actually quite nice. Can be a bit rough at times, but noise is never an issue at least
Just ordered a 2021 F-Type R convertible, we'll see how that goes
Just ordered a 2021 F-Type R convertible, we'll see how that goes
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Joined: Nov 2019
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From: Wisconsin
I drive my R as much as I can. I work from home, and sometimes cant take it on the job because of the dangers. However, a couple times a week it gets to go on longer drives to office in the city and back with weekend and occasional afternoon spirited driving. Gas mileage is whatever.
Buy an R. Modify it and make it faster.
Buy an R. Modify it and make it faster.
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Joined: Aug 2018
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From: indianapolis
I drive my R as much as I can. I work from home, and sometimes cant take it on the job because of the dangers. However, a couple times a week it gets to go on longer drives to office in the city and back with weekend and occasional afternoon spirited driving. Gas mileage is whatever.
Buy an R. Modify it and make it faster.
Buy an R. Modify it and make it faster.