The biggest “danger” is the driver. As I posted elsewhere, who the **** jumps into a previously untried car , especially one with power, and drives it “like you stole it” from the word go? Pistonheads driving gods would.
Surely you treat it with respect and build up confidence?
I changed from a 1993 4/4 to a 2002 Plus8. The test drive started gently and gradually, as the feel increased, it was tested. BUT, not to the extreme. Gears moved through, revs explored, response on leaving bends tested. After buying it it took a while to get out of the torque experience and driving in an “auto mode “ manner to one where it was DRIVEN . When testing a car you get a feel for it and stops short of buttock clenching moments realising there is more to come with EXPERIENCE.
So, the Plus6 has had crashes on test drives? I blame the driver and salesman. Unfortunately ability often fails to match reality. A driver who can’t empathise with a car should consider staying away. Perhaps the Plus4 would be a better option for many but still need care?
I am itching to try a Plus6.
£££££££ is the pre test barrier though. If the Plus4 £ falls within sensible( !!!) man maths territory then a test would possibly clinch it depending on how it compares to my Plus8.
