Radical for trackdays only

[TonyF]

Having raced radicals for a good few years I’m in the market for another one for trackdays.
Narrowed it down to either an RXC Spyder with 650 bhp or an SR8.
I know the sr8 will be quicker over a lap and the rxc a bit cumbersome due to the extra weight, just
not sure which way to go !
Asking people’s views who currently own cars like this..

[MK3 Dan]

Interesting to see your looking at getting back in one Tony!

I know you are on all the models but have your considered the SR3RS/RSX?

SR8 would be great for out and out performance but always that worry of problems and the cost involved with them.

RXC should be better/more reliable on the engine front but running costs will be increased with tyres, brakes and fuel etc.

[TonyF]

Dan,
I've had both the 3 rs and a 3 rsx just fancy something different this time around.
Leaning towards the rxc spider as never had one and with 650 bhp it's very tempting...

[Racingroj]

Hi Tony
Aren’t you getting a bit old for this?
I’ve had an RXC Coupe for a couple of years so the same engine. The Ford V6 Twin Turbo is a much more serviceable engine than the V8. A’s I understand it as long as you change the oil and filter between race meetings (or track days) that’s about it, no engine rebuilds. Doesn’t rev as high, so a different sound. The one I had built, which was road legal, was amazing with Traction Control and ABS, both adjustable. The interior was specced out like a traditional Supercar. I covered 6,000 miles in 2 years mainly on the road and loved every minute of it. I think maintenance wise the RXC Spyder is the best choice.
All the best Tony
Roger

[TonyF]

Hi Roger,
Yes I am getting to old but still feel the need for speed lol...
I am looking at an rxc tomorrow along with an SR8 to choose which one, my only issue is that I know the v8 will be quicker over a lap but I only intend doing trackdays with RMA so not really important for mega fast laps anymore. Agree with what you have said re running costs on both and yes, rxc seems the better bet right now.
I have 5 other supercars but don’t want to track them which is why I’m looking at the radical.
Hope you and your family are well.
All the best.
Tony.

[Gc285]

You wouldn't get wet in a coupe!

[splitpin]

Gc285 said:

You wouldn't get wet in a coupe!

And it will be less easy to see the RXC driver's red face when the SR3 driver is all over the back of it like a rash through the bendy bits.

IMO the RXC Spyder is a country mile away from being the Big R's greatest product, but as they say, each to his/her own.

Hope you're keeping well Tony .... been a while! Cheers, Trev

[TonyF]

splitpin said:

And it will be less easy to see the RXC driver's red face when the SR3 driver is all over the back of it like a rash through the bendy bits.

IMO the RXC Spyder is a country mile away from being the Big R's greatest product, but as they say, each to his/her own.

Hope you're keeping well Tony .... been a while! Cheers, Trev

Hi Trev,
Hope you are well.
Drove the rxc spyder at donington and was out with an sr8 being pedalled by a current racer and i was closing the gap to him, really impressed with the rxc although it is heavier and more cumbersome than the 8 i know.
Massive power surge in a straight line which will catch any radical plus it suits me as i dont intend racing anymore due to shoulder arthritis.
Very pleased with my purchase though.
All the best
Tony.

[wannabe-racer]

Which is more fun would you say, an SR8 or RXC?

[Gc285]

splitpin said:

And it will be less easy to see the RXC driver's red face when the SR3 driver is all over the back of it like a rash through the bendy bits.

IMO the RXC Spyder is a country mile away from being the Big R's greatest product, but as they say, each to his/her own.

Hope you're keeping well Tony .... been a while! Cheers, Trev

Trackdays....are about he who is having fun. Doesn't have to be the quickest round corners. Coupe/Spider certainly ticks that box.

[splitpin]

Gc285 said:

Trackdays....are about he who is having fun. Doesn't have to be the quickest round corners. Coupe/Spider certainly ticks that box.

Wow, really? Thanks for that pearl of wisdom.

[splitpin]

TonyF said:

Hi Trev,
Hope you are well.
Drove the rxc spyder at donington and was out with an sr8 being pedalled by a current racer and i was closing the gap to him, really impressed with the rxc although it is heavier and more cumbersome than the 8 i know.
Massive power surge in a straight line which will catch any radical plus it suits me as i dont intend racing anymore due to shoulder arthritis.
Very pleased with my purchase though.
All the best
Tony.

Good for you Tony. Certainly makes more sense than an SR8 as a pure trackdayer, hence me mentioning just an SR3. Give me the heads up when you're next at Snett and I'll pop along for a catchup.

Cheers, Trev

[TonyF]

splitpin said:

Good for you Tony. Certainly makes more sense than an SR8 as a pure trackdayer, hence me mentioning just an SR3. Give me the heads up when you're next at Snett and I'll pop along for a catchup.

Cheers, Trev

Hi Trev, going to be at Snetterton on Sunday 24.11.19 with RMA trackdays if you are around ?
Tony.