I have '14 V8S with 13K miles on it (warranty till 2020). I just put on Michelin PSS, and the car handles remarkably better to the point where I feel AWD might not be needed - I live in CA . I having been eyeing an SVR, but I'm not sure it the extra $$$$ are worth it. The SVR will have:

1. AWD
2. ~75 HP more
3. Electric PS vs Hydraulic
4. New software
5. Tighter suspension
6. Titanium exhaust

Do you guys think the SVR would be that great of an upgrade or just a "nice to have"?

Thanks

 

I don't think upgrade price is worthwhile. You are 99% there with your existing car, but it will take well north of 50K to upgrade into SVR. For that much extra you might as well get another car and enjoy it along with your F-type.

 

Nice to have. Not worth all the extra funds for marginal increase in fun factor. RWD to me is one of the best things about the 2014-15s.

Junior sums it up when at the 9min mark. The F-type is all about drama and pure fun. RWD just adds to both.

 

Thanks for the responses. I tend to agree ( need to stop looking!!). I didn't think the Michelin's would make that big of a difference, BUT......Night & Day !!!!!!!! The car barely loses it's tail now, and all power goes into acceleration. I used to get scared with the Pirellis....

 

Not worth it IMHO.

A huge amount of cash to upgrade and you will have essentially the same car - it’s not going to be an entirely new driving experience.

If it were me and I were spending a lot on an upgrade it would be into an entirely new car with totally different characteristics - for example like going rear or mid engine, or something a lot lighter weight wise.

If you want SVR power get a flash from VAP

 

Nope.

1) I prefer the RWD; lighter weight, lower CG, better front/rear weight bias, less complicated and I like being able to drift/spin the rear tires at will.
2) VAP tune can give you 550, 575 or 605 with no other changes or mods
3) though the EPS has proven to be just fine, most people tend to view it as a necessary evil in the quest for ever stricter pollution control, not a positive performance change. I'm happy having the hydraulic system.
4) New software.....engine software? see #2.....infotainment? sure though I don't use that stuff much....too busy driving with the paddles in dynamic mode! :-)
5) tighter suspension. again there are aftermarket solutions (VAP springs, etc.) but I have no complaints.
6) titanium exhaust; yes, very cool.......but not a + $50,000 amount of cool. ....and there are aftermarket exhaust systems available as well.

2 cents,
Dave

 

Having had a V8S and now the V8R RWD and had an SVR on loan with a view to 'upgrading' this is what we found;

1. AWD made it feel notably heavy and more of a GT car
2. Didn't really notice the power hike either on open road or twisties
3. The hydraulic and electric are so similar - a testament to the electric system, but again not a measurable increase or decrease in steering performance
4. The maps did load up faster and the keyboard reacted quicker to key presses
5. Again, not really any notable difference. That said I didn't track either, just confined myself to 100mph fast roads or 30MPH twisty stuff
6. It's only the back box that is Ti. Nice looking and only a 'gnats crotchet' deeper in tone

I'm sure if you had track/drag strip at your disposal you would see the differences start to show as you reach the 186MPH mark ;-)

So, in essence, it's a nice to have, but for us the lack of real measurable leaps in performance (except that of the Nav), just didn't work out value for money...which pretty much echoes others sentiments on this forum. Anyway, you have a future collectable there being RWD!

 

I think you get an SVR because you want it and can. Just get a great deal!

 

Thanks for the responses. I'm keeping it !! The changes aren't that drastic, and the SVR might leave me with a huge case of PPR (post-purchase remorse). The new Audi R8 Spyder might be different story. For some reason, I'm starting to like that car A LOT.

Nevertheless, I've decided to save the money for my daughter's first vehicle. She wants a Ford F-150 ( She wants new....it will be used if I have anything to do with it). She "NEVER" wants to drive the F-type. It scares the hell out of her, and I'm OKAY with that.

 

What's she gonna do with a big honkin' pickup truck?

 

I think it's genetic..... Mom side of the family (Mom included) likes big vehicles. I had to talk them down from a F250/350. I think she likes the visibility and sitting up higher. I'm not arguing too much. Big vehicles safer than the little Minis/Fiat (seem to be the rage these days).

 

Lots of surveys and research showing that the ladies prefer a big heavy high riding vehicle, they feel safer due to the size, weight and improved visibility.
How else do you explain the continued strong sales of trucks and large SUVs in urban areas (colloquially known in Blighty as Chelsea Tractors).
It's even worse here in Oz, during the mumsy run hours (when the little darlings are dropped off at school and again at kick out time) the streets are completely clogged with these things, none of which ever see a dirt track let alone the real Outback.

 

Absolutely. Women LOVE big trucks, always have, always will.

 

I was thinking the same as you, trade my v8s for an svr. My car does has a quicksilver exhaust and vap tune. Was around the svr for around 5 days and to be honest I thought that v8s looked better and obviously imho sounded a ton better due to my exhaust. I'm sure some members may not agree lol. I can tell you with no hesitation it's def not worth the money. Also the looks of the svr even though very sexy def not prettier then the v8s. The svr I was looking at was a vert as well. I never got a chance to drive the car but just from following it for a couple days and getting used to seeing one the wow factor wore out quick. I know this isnt the best comparison since I never drove it but I wouldnt do it aswell in a nutshell.

 

Most effective safety feature on any vehicle is the driver, yet no one ever focuses on that. Big just serves to kill the others involved.

 

To each his own. She will be getting extensive drivers ed.

 

I love RWD but with the Pirellis on payment under say 40 degrees - wowza. Are those tires back there or ice cubes. Michelins in my future for sure.

 

i've swapped a V8s for an SVR and haven't regretted a minute of it, the RWD is pretty good admittedly, but coming out of a road end in the rain you had to respect it, the SVR you can just lean on it in any corner and in any weather and it just does what you want it to do, also the seats are better and more comfortable, and the ride is more supple in general, not sure why but it really is. Steering feels more positive, the extra power never stops putting a smile on your face and the SVR just feels more Premium. - Just my opinion but go for it if you can