Thinking of going from 2014 Conti GT V8S to 2018 Conti W12

Thinking of going from 2014 Conti GT V8S to 2018 Conti W12

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matrignano

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4,609 posts

217 months

Tuesday 18th July 2023
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What to look out for?

Any known faults or "features" that I should check over?

What depth should the front and rear pads be from new, want to make sure I don't have to fork out for a new set in short order given how much they cost to replace!

Many thanks

Guffy

2,320 posts

272 months

Friday 21st July 2023
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You talking about a Gen 3 model?

If not and you have a reliable 2014, i would stick with what you have.

Edit: Think the pads are about 8mm thick from new.

matrignano

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217 months

Friday 21st July 2023
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Yep… too late, bit the bullet yesterday!

The cost to change is so tiny that it makes sense (for me) to move to the newer model

Guffy

2,320 posts

272 months

Friday 21st July 2023
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matrignano said:
Yep… too late, bit the bullet yesterday!

The cost to change is so tiny that it makes sense (for me) to move to the newer model
Congrats, same age as my Gen 3 W12, don't think you'll be disappointed, still love mine after 2 years and it's my daily.

Regarding brakes.... very expensive, just under £1200 for a set of front Pagid pads!

Is it a First Edition? Colour?

matrignano

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217 months

Saturday 22nd July 2023
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First edition yes in Rubino red!