GPX or GR

[macspratt]

Hi everyone,,i am looking to buy an FTO, hope some one can help me out with the decision,,is the gpx with the mivec better and more reliable the the gr??i understand the bhp is more,and are there any close pointers i shoud look out for when viewing,eg common probs.

Thanks for taking the time to reasd this,, hop u can help.

mac.....................

[rsg]

The GPX is faster, and has features such as adjustable tappets, bigger tyres and better brake calipers, but otherwise there isn't much of a difference really unless you want the extra power. The real thing to look at is if you want a manual or an automatic.

I've got a auto GR at the moment, have had no problems whatsoever but I've heard of a few people complaing about the box after a while, so I would suggest a manual personally. If you can't get one and only find an auto, then just make sure it's been looked after and has smooth gear changes, otherwise keep away. Other common problem I can think of is the central locking in the left door stuffs out, like mine did, but easily fixable.

Hope that helps a bit and good luck with your search!

raf

[Dave]

the buying guide on the front page is a good place to start, it'll point out all the differences between models and what to look out for.

[macspratt]

The GPX is faster, and has features such as adjustable tappets, bigger tyres and better brake calipers, but otherwise there isn't much of a difference really unless you want the extra power. The real thing to look at is if you want a manual or an automatic.

I've got a auto GR at the moment, have had no problems whatsoever but I've heard of a few people complaing about the box after a while, so I would suggest a manual personally. If you can't get one and only find an auto, then just make sure it's been looked after and has smooth gear changes, otherwise keep away. Other common problem I can think of is the central locking in the left door stuffs out, like mine did, but easily fixable.

Hope that helps a bit and good luck with your search!

raf

thanx for the info raf,that is a big help to me,,1 more question if u dont mind,,are all the tip boxes 4 speed before 1997???

[rsg]

As far as I know, yes they are, but who knows what you might come accross? Maybe you find one who stuck a 5speed auto in an older model, unlikely though.

Like I said try for a manual, and do as much research as you need to before buying one.

raf