Finally joined the club for real

[Roo]

Collected my dream mobile at the weekend and couldn’t be happier. Even after all the research and testdrives I’m still buzzing about how this car looks and drives.

I had an economic drive up’t north from the dealership in Wakefield, promptly removed the Hatfield’s stickers (seriously, why?), and then got a true feel for things.

I honestly don’t think I scratched the surface during the testdrive. With a warmed motor and a fresh drink of V-Power this thing is incredible! I spent the weekend mastering paddle shifting in sport mode and can’t get the grim off my face… or get my heartrate back under 180.

I think the only thing I’ll be changing (aside from my pants!) is the rear license plate… which seem overly large for the space.

Once again huge thanks to this community! You’d been amazing for tips and detective work on all the possible purchases over the past couple of months.
When I finally get the time I’ll start looking in to this Fuse 15 I’ve been hearing about

Cheers!

 

[Kev]

Very nice looking car. You can also use the paddle shift in normal mode; there’s a setting in one of the menus (the binnacle one) to change it

 

[cj10jeeper]

Very nice looking example and fully agree on reducing the rear number plate to a standard size. No need to have all that extra reflective yellow and a dealer a£ on it.

 

[MikeM]

Looks great, agree with the plate size though. You may have seen this company? You can choose from a range of styles/sizes. I have used them a number of times, good service and a fast turnaround.
https://www.platesforcars.co.uk/designer.php?type=gelresin#numberplates

 

[Anonymous]

Looks great, agree with the plate size though. You may have seen this company? You can choose from a range of styles/sizes. I have used them a number of times, good service and a fast turnaround.
https://www.platesforcars.co.uk/designer.php?type=gelresin#numberplates

I’ve used these loads of times, great service, fast delivery with DPD and being in Ireland you don’t have to send them any documents like you do with uk ones.

 

[scm]

Once you've mastered the paddles, put it in S and use the stick to shift!

 

[Roo]

Nice one on the plate link! Will get that ordered now

And yeah, stick shift in Sport mode next on the list, might make it easier that reaching for paddles on a roundabout:

I also read there is a launch mode, so need to try that too when I can find a decent / clear road

 

[Moss]

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I also read there is a launch mode, so need to try that too when I can find a decent / clear road

IIUC, launch mode isn’t available on the AWD.

 

[scm]

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I also read there is a launch mode, so need to try that too when I can find a decent / clear road

IIUC, launch mode isn’t available on the AWD.

I think it's the V8 that launch mode isn't available on. I've experienced it on both the V6 and the 4-pot (why?) but I guess they think that just flooring the throttle on the V8 is "good enough" (and seems to be!). Maybe the latest facelifts are different, though?

 

[Roo]

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I also read there is a launch mode, so need to try that too when I can find a decent / clear road

IIUC, launch mode isn’t available on the AWD.

I think it's the V8 that launch mode isn't available on. I've experienced it on both the V6 and the 4-pot (why?) but I guess they think that just flooring the throttle on the V8 is "good enough" (and seems to be!). Maybe the latest facelifts are different, though?

Yeah, that's what I thought too actually (not needed on V8), I was surprised to see it in the i-Guide for this model/year. I'll give it go and let you know

 

[Billymcmred]

Looks great, agree with the plate size though. You may have seen this company? You can choose from a range of styles/sizes. I have used them a number of times, good service and a fast turnaround.
https://www.platesforcars.co.uk/designer.php?type=gelresin#numberplates

Do they supply “show plates” with slight gap adjustment ?

 

[scm]

IIUC, launch mode isn’t available on the AWD.

I think it's the V8 that launch mode isn't available on. I've experienced it on both the V6 and the 4-pot (why?) but I guess they think that just flooring the throttle on the V8 is "good enough" (and seems to be!). Maybe the latest facelifts are different, though?

Yeah, that's what I thought too actually (not needed on V8), I was surprised to see it in the i-Guide for this model/year. I'll give it go and let you know

I have that section in my MY18 handbook, too, but i think the publication covers all models, so may refer to items not installed, either as options, or deliberate omissions for particular models.

 

[Rob64]

Looks great, agree with the plate size though. You may have seen this company? You can choose from a range of styles/sizes. I have used them a number of times, good service and a fast turnaround.
https://www.platesforcars.co.uk/designer.php?type=gelresin#numberplates

I’ve used these loads of times, great service, fast delivery with DPD and being in Ireland you don’t have to send them any documents like you do with uk ones.

I’ve used them twice, couldn’t agree more, excellent online config options, reasonably priced and quick delivery.

 

[MikeM]

Looks great, agree with the plate size though. You may have seen this company? You can choose from a range of styles/sizes. I have used them a number of times, good service and a fast turnaround.
https://www.platesforcars.co.uk/designer.php?type=gelresin#numberplates

Do they supply “show plates” with slight gap adjustment ?

Yes, if you look to the “Font” drop down menu there are a range of options there.

 

[Billymcmred]

Looks great, agree with the plate size though. You may have seen this company? You can choose from a range of styles/sizes. I have used them a number of times, good service and a fast turnaround.
https://www.platesforcars.co.uk/designer.php?type=gelresin#numberplates

Do they supply “show plates” with slight gap adjustment ?

Yes, if you look to the “Font” drop down menu there are a range of options there.

 

[KM69MZX]

Will that sequence work in a 2018 P380 AWD ? I pick it up next weekend so not able to try it out just yet.