96 SSEi vs 96 Olds Aurora Comparison
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First thing I do on Friday is pop the spare cap...I will be looking for QQX. But...I noticed some higher shifting while driving. I didn't dare switch to "Power Mode" did you have that? what does it do exactly???
WOW...I need to get my owners manual ASAP
WOW...I need to get my owners manual ASAP
Power mode alters the shift points accross the board. At WOT it should redline each gear 5800rpms. Regularly it shifts 5600rpms , If I remeber right. It does hold on to a gear longer on reagular driving too. I have notice my gas milage to drop a little when left on. I also have a lead foot, I loved to make the Corsa sound come alive, MHAAAAA.
Anyways, what'* your current onbard milage say? what about avg. speed too?
Another test for Autobaun is bring it above 116mph, non autobaun'* are limited.
Anyways, what'* your current onbard milage say? what about avg. speed too?
Another test for Autobaun is bring it above 116mph, non autobaun'* are limited.
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I will check the tires and the speedo..but if I remember correctly the speedo goes up to 140mph or 225 kph in my terms...
And I like the idea of the Power mode, I want to make this thing fly
And I like the idea of the Power mode, I want to make this thing fly
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Taylor, once I get the car, I will try to learn who to use that new fangled DIC, geez, lots to figure out there. Then I will have an idea about the average mileage, as for the mechanical mods, I'm gonna sit pretty on that until I get some bills sorted out. But the first thing that I have to do is dark tints.
Don't want no one looking in on my leathers
Don't want no one looking in on my leathers
I'm all for that Jr...too blubbly looking, not sleek and trim the "i". Jim, too bad you got it before i knew...I'd have taken you for a ride in Crime to change your mind.
Year: 1997
Make: PONTIAC
Model: BONNEVILLE
Model Detail:
Price: $7,900
Mileage: 146,557 km
Date: 8/27/03
Ad Type: Dealer
Comment: Auto., pw, pdl, ps, a/c, AM/FM stereo, CD, sunrf., leather int., 4 dr. Brand new tires. White/tan. 146,557 km. $7900. RECTANGLE AUTO SUPPLY (800)387-3491 (CFXLNG)
Year: 1997
Make: PONTIAC
Model: BONNEVILLE
Model Detail: SSEI
Price: $8,995
Mileage: 123,000 km
Date: 8/27/03
Ad Type: Dealer
PRICED TO GO $8995
Comment: Supercharged 3800, champagne over graphite leather int., fully loaded w/ all the luxury options. 123,000 km. ORIENT MOTORS (905)564-6366 www.autotrader.ca/orientmotors (CGWKJC)
I probably could have gotten you an SSEi for just as cheap from that guy at the auction...look what i paid for my 2k! $14,500!
JIM...what have you done!!?
Edit:BTW... I have a 12 disc CD changer
Year: 1997
Make: PONTIAC
Model: BONNEVILLE
Model Detail:
Price: $7,900
Mileage: 146,557 km
Date: 8/27/03
Ad Type: Dealer
Comment: Auto., pw, pdl, ps, a/c, AM/FM stereo, CD, sunrf., leather int., 4 dr. Brand new tires. White/tan. 146,557 km. $7900. RECTANGLE AUTO SUPPLY (800)387-3491 (CFXLNG)
Year: 1997
Make: PONTIAC
Model: BONNEVILLE
Model Detail: SSEI
Price: $8,995
Mileage: 123,000 km
Date: 8/27/03
Ad Type: Dealer
PRICED TO GO $8995
Comment: Supercharged 3800, champagne over graphite leather int., fully loaded w/ all the luxury options. 123,000 km. ORIENT MOTORS (905)564-6366 www.autotrader.ca/orientmotors (CGWKJC)
I probably could have gotten you an SSEi for just as cheap from that guy at the auction...look what i paid for my 2k! $14,500!
JIM...what have you done!!?

Edit:BTW... I have a 12 disc CD changer
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I don't regret my decision one bit
1996 Aurora
250 HP 4.0L V8 Northstar
Autobahn Package with 3.71:1 Transaxle Ratio with V Rated Michelins
Pearl White, with tan leather and burl wood
2-way Tilt/Sliding Glass moonroof
Heated seats
Memory seat recall
12 disc CD changer
Bose Acoustimass Music System with AM/FM stereo/cassette/CD
PASS-key II Theft Deterrent Sytem
Stainless Steel Exhaust System with Dual outlets
I'm happy for $8500
1996 Aurora
250 HP 4.0L V8 Northstar
Autobahn Package with 3.71:1 Transaxle Ratio with V Rated Michelins
Pearl White, with tan leather and burl wood
2-way Tilt/Sliding Glass moonroof
Heated seats
Memory seat recall
12 disc CD changer
Bose Acoustimass Music System with AM/FM stereo/cassette/CD
PASS-key II Theft Deterrent Sytem
Stainless Steel Exhaust System with Dual outlets
I'm happy for $8500
How much is that in USD. That car sounds like it just KICKS ***. Is the suspension pretty stiff? I've heard that the autobahn ones have no govener... Is this true? That gear ratio is to die for..
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It was 10 500 - 2000 for the Bonne, so I paid 8500 CDN so i dunno 7000 USD
Anyway
The suspension is 4 wheel independant suspension with Automatic rear level control and MaganSteer Mag. Controlled Variable assit power rack and pinion steering, found on Caddys and now the 2000+ Bonnevilles
Anyway
The suspension is 4 wheel independant suspension with Automatic rear level control and MaganSteer Mag. Controlled Variable assit power rack and pinion steering, found on Caddys and now the 2000+ Bonnevilles


