FPV Super Pursuit 2005 Review

It's similar to the sedan but has a different rear suspension, longer wheelbase, ute back and weighs a bit more.

But the essentials are the same – 5.4-litre, DOHC, V8 with 290kW/520Nm output and it's available with a six speed manual or optional six speed auto.

One for the fast worker.

• Superb performance especially in the higher rev range – not as much a "wild thing" as F6 Turbo Tornado.

   

• Six speed auto a worthwhile addition for just $1250, almost as quick as the manual, easier to drive in the city.

   
• Twin outlet exhausts look the business, sound unreal.

   

• Optional hard tonneau cover gives sleeker look, quieter too and carries neat wing. Additional security, has imposing bulge to match bonnet bulge.

   

• Engine management changes on BF model allow engine to meet Euro 3 emissions regs.

   

• Brakes are the best in the business – six pot Brembos up front, opposing piston Brembos down the back.

   

• Traction control a welcome addition to all FPV utes, reduces possibility of unexpected lurid, tail out oversteer.

   

• New stripes stop short of bonnet and roof but lift the appearance. There's no mistaking Super Pursuit for anything else.

   

• Has new 19in alloys with ultra low profile Dunlop SO9000 rubber – sticks like glue, steers like a race car.

   

• Auto's sequential shift mode is fun, operates the right way – away for down, pull back for up changes.

   

• Interior has minor upgrade with BF, looks good – metallic fascia, sexy upholstery with deeply bostered seats – hard squabs though.

   

• Opening hard tonneau is a pain – two key operated latches. Limits load carrying capacity – not that you'd carry anything in a high performance vehicle such as this.

   

• Not bad on the juice – 13.0L/100km average is achievable.

   

• Costs more than $10,000 less than GT-P sedan.

Verdict

Impressive package, not as entertaining as the F6 Tornado turbo six. Sounds better, looks fabulous. Not for work - just a show pony.