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MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« on: 05 November 2006, 19:33:53 »
Can anyone tell me if the MV6/Sport (2.2) with stiffer suspension and larger diameter wheels with lower profile (& wider ?) tyres has a harsher ride, or more importantly, increased road noise (which I particularly can't tolerate).

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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #1 on: 05 November 2006, 19:44:23 »
yes  ;)
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #2 on: 05 November 2006, 20:02:32 »
Road noise is about the same (dependent on tyre choice) but, it does have a harsher ride (but still not as bad as pretty much all modern front wheel drive cars!)
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #3 on: 05 November 2006, 20:09:42 »
A 2.2 mv6.....thats imposible aint it?? didnt now they made one   :-/
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #4 on: 05 November 2006, 20:11:51 »
There was a 2.2 sport....
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #5 on: 05 November 2006, 22:55:38 »
I have a prefacelift MV6, and nobody has ever complained its stiff, noisy, or anything like that. Quite the opposite in fact...

If you see one you like, take it for a test ride and see...
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #6 on: 05 November 2006, 23:52:37 »
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I have a prefacelift MV6, and nobody has ever complained its stiff, noisy, or anything like that. Quite the opposite in fact...

If you see one you like, take it for a test ride and see...

Omega suspension can get pretty soft with milleage due to shock wear. I personally don't mind stiff suspension as long as it doesn't create nasty knocks, bangs, rattles etc.
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #7 on: 05 November 2006, 23:59:29 »
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I have a prefacelift MV6, and nobody has ever complained its stiff, noisy, or anything like that. Quite the opposite in fact...

If you see one you like, take it for a test ride and see...

Omega suspension can get pretty soft with milleage due to shock wear. I personally don't mind stiff suspension as long as it doesn't create nasty knocks, bangs, rattles etc.
I have 150K on an Elite.  Looks like the front struts are new, but they feel soft to the point of being completely dead.  However, hit a pothole and it sends a massive shock through the car.  I'd be interested it riding in an MV6 someday.  Can't be noticeably worse on the bad stuff, but must be better the rest of the time.

That said, it is still pretty good.  Certainly not convinced it is worth changing anything out.
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #8 on: 06 November 2006, 06:04:40 »
I noticed a big difference in ride and noise coming off a CDX but got used to it after a bit. Plus I think the MV6 copes with A and B roads a lot better.
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #9 on: 06 November 2006, 08:41:55 »
The dual rate springs fitted across the range help softly soak up bumps, even on stiffer/lowered chassis.
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #10 on: 06 November 2006, 09:31:54 »
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I have a prefacelift MV6, and nobody has ever complained its stiff, noisy, or anything like that. Quite the opposite in fact...

If you see one you like, take it for a test ride and see...

Omega suspension can get pretty soft with milleage due to shock wear. I personally don't mind stiff suspension as long as it doesn't create nasty knocks, bangs, rattles etc.
I have 150K on an Elite.  Looks like the front struts are new, but they feel soft to the point of being completely dead.  However, hit a pothole and it sends a massive shock through the car.  I'd be interested it riding in an MV6 someday.  Can't be noticeably worse on the bad stuff, but must be better the rest of the time.

That said, it is still pretty good.  Certainly not convinced it is worth changing anything out.

I swapped my front shocks (had to to pass MOT) and was really surprised by the difference.  Cost just over £100 for a pair of front shocks (Sach).  PM me if you ever want to change them as I can point you to supplier in the Warwickshire area and I've got some kit around that may help
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #11 on: 06 November 2006, 09:37:14 »
Cheers jonathanh, I'll try to keep that in mind.  I'm pretty sure that I'll be doing wishbones, etc. in the spring and if I have the money I may do the struts or even swap all shocks & springs for MV6.
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #12 on: 06 November 2006, 10:48:16 »
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Can anyone tell me if the MV6/Sport (2.2) with stiffer suspension and larger diameter wheels with lower profile (& wider ?) tyres has a harsher ride, or more importantly, increased road noise (which I particularly can't tolerate).

Thanks


I think the key phrases here are "stiffer  suspension" and "lower profile"!

Both features usually increase harshness and noise.
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #13 on: 06 November 2006, 11:03:29 »
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I have a prefacelift MV6, and nobody has ever complained its stiff, noisy, or anything like that. Quite the opposite in fact...

If you see one you like, take it for a test ride and see...

Have to agree.

I have driven TB's MV6 on a couple of occasions now, and I must say I was impressed. So much so that if he's selling next summer, i'll buy it off him to drive 6,000 miles around Europe!

The suspension is stiffer, which makes cornering more fun!! Also have less movement from the back when giving it stick.

The MV6 is an excellent blend of smooth ride & excellent handling, but avoid the 2.2 Sport.
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Re: MV6/Sport comfort and road noise
« Reply #14 on: 06 November 2006, 11:04:06 »
2.2 Omega "sport" is a bit of a contradiction in terms!  ;D

Ride on the MV6 is a bit firmer than say an Elite, but the rewards are a car that handles so much better and yet still soaks up much of the imperfections.

As Mark says, tyre noise is down to choice of tyres. Those with a higher silica content tend to be quieter on the road.

If I was choosing, it would be an MV6 (the seats are the best across the range and some of the best in any car!).
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