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No I had a small mark touched up by a smart repair company (now there’s an oxymoron) who came back 3 times to sort it and they must have done it because it’s right where they worked.

Thanks for the helpful replies. I plan to do this as my weekend project, it's definitely pushed in compared to the others. A small bit of loosening and inspection should reveal if its above my pay grade and whether I need to pass it to someone who knows what they are doing.

Thanks, it looks like maybe the wheel arch area is the first to try. I guess nobody has had this happen so I'll post up what happens.

I've just noticed the passenger side rear (outer) parking sensor has been pushed in (not by me) has anyone tried to get to them? I can see some fixings on the boot loading cover strip but don't really want to go poking around messing things up. From what I can see access will have to be from inside the void.

Thanks I'll get on the phone. Update, very pleasant people to deal with refund on it's way.

I've just realised that I took out the 24 for 12 offer last year and did it on a direct monthly debit. I don't need the MOT's as I have my local garage who do all my vans and other vehicles and don't need the assistance as I'm with a the AA So could I get a refund and revert to the standard warranty?

Ah didn't realise there is no UK distributor, that's a bit of a pain with duty too.

Do they sell just an axle back system or do you have to buy the additional pipes. I couldn't see just the rear section for sale. Quality is superb no doubt.

Personally now that the cost of a new Quicksilver is £2500 my thoughts about the other two switchable exhausts is a no brainer really. I guess having only paid £500 for mine despite it being a bit lacklustre on the carbon fibre ends (which Quicksilver want £600 for replacements) I think I'll put up with the drone. Plus of course trying to work the throttle to reduce the drone can brighten up/give you something to do on an otherwise boring journey. The GT Haus seems to be about the same price as the Quicksilver unless I've got that wrong. I would emphasise that is axle back which is what I'd go for. Armytrix is a lot more.

Just got an e-mail back from Quicksilver stating there is no valved system for the RCF.

Will do, I've already sent off the enquiry.

Well spotted, I'll certainly check this out.

As Kieran has said you also have to take into account if you like it fairly loud all of the time, but budget does come into it. The RCF has a fairly decent sound system and if you like your sounds you may find as I have the excellent Quicksilver does have it's limitations. At motorway speeds on a longish distance drive I can ease my foot off the throttle to create a reasonable background rumble that doesn't really interfere with your listening experience. But if you touch the throttle you've got the thunder. Both the Gt Haus and the Armytrix have a key-fob type controller that allows you to tone it down a bit. I have come to the conclusion that despite the much greater expensive of both units it is a far better idea.

There are a few to choose from and all sound good. If I were to do it again I'd opt for either the GT Haus, Armytix as they have a switch to 'quieten' them down. The reason I landed up with a Quicksilver was an old member on here sold his car and I offered him £500 for it and he took it. Glad you like the wrap it works with all the shapes on the RCF, I plan to have the car lowered but have held back because my car has the AVS suspension system and I didn't want to upset the workings of it. But a few guys over in the USA have lowered their AVS equipped cars with no problems so that's on my to do list. The RCF just sits a bit too high for my liking but I don't want it to look slammed and it seems Swift springs just lower the car just over an inch. Kieron who asked whereabouts you live has an exhaust that's well worth checking out as well.

I came from two AMG's to the RCF, it's just some people are a bit slow and go the other way, not mentioning any names.

Welcome, there are a few of RCF owners in Hampshire. I keep seeing a white one down in the Southsea area. Glad to see you plan to mod the car, I've been on a similar quest I've changed the wheels and exhaust on mine and recently had a wrap put on it. An aftermarket exhaust does completely change the sound of the car. I live in Lovedean so I'll keep an eye out for another RCF in the neibourhood.

It is indeed, a long time agoI had a very early PPF put on the front of my RX7 specifically to protect it on track days it lasted a year and when it was taken off the paint underneath was more or less perfect. These modern PPF's are so much better.

Once you get it sorted I'd be very tempted to have a high quality PPF put on.

Each to his own I guess, not sure about motorbike gear change though I've been riding motorbikes all my life and if I had a bike with a gear change like that I'd have fallen off countless times. On my test day (all in one day) I drove an R8, Aston Martin and the AMG SL63 I concluded that if the Aston Martin had been fitted with an auto box like the AMG I'd have bought it on the spot. It really was that bad, although the people in Walton on Thames dealership were such nice folk. Slightly off topic but here is a photo of one of my old Harley's (1947) it had a foot clutch and a tank mounted gear change even that was easier than the Aston Martin

I said to the salesman with me 'the last time I drove a car with a paddle change this bad it was a Maserati 4200 Gambiocorsa' to which he said it was the same company that made the Maserati and the Aston Martin box. As you say you had to learn how to use it but in auto in traffic it was a nightmare too. I just don't accept that argument either about having to learn something like that. It was a beautiful looking car though light metallic green soft top.

There is one chap who I call Dug the Manure he's actual name is something slightly different, he gets a lot of views which I can never understand. Anyway he also reviewed a Mini Clubvan which as an owner I can say like his RCF review was miles out and rubbish. Savagegeese do a Youtube review and I find their findings to be about in line with my thinking, they are also people who know what they are talking about. I have spoken to a guy on Pistonheads who had an early RCF who to this day says he found the box sluggish and not very good. I have wondered if it may have been a software issue with his because my experience and many others is one of enjoyment. Part of the fun is keeping it the upper rev range (it's very easy to over-rev it by the way) and the changes are good, not quite as good as the McLaren 720s I tried a while back but good. Many moons ago I test drove a beautiful Aston Martin Vantage S and the paddle shift in that was diabolical, so much so I finished the test drive early and in the end bought an SL63 as it's gearchange on the paddles was superb compared to it.

More on the GS. Drive Mode Select system Drive Mode Select lets the driver choose between Eco, Normal Sport S and Sport S+ driving modes, to achieve the best environmental efficiency or dynamic performance. In Eco mode, engine output, throttle opening and gear selection are modulated to gain the best fuel efficiency in all driving conditions. The air conditioning system temperature, airflow volume and seat heater operation are co-ordinated to help reduce fuel consumption. In Sport S mode, engine speed and throttle responses are adjusted to deliver a more engaging driving experience. On models equipped with AVS, Sport S+ mode combines the performance of Sport mode with co-ordinated control of the adaptive suspension, EPS and VDIM. When selecting M-range in the transmission, the driver can make manual gear changes using shift paddles mounted on the steering wheel. With rapid up-shifting and throttle blipping on down shifts, they can enjoy the most direct, sporting driving experience the GS can offer. In Eco mode, the ambient instrument illumination is blue; this changes to red when Sport S or Sport S+ are selected, and the system power indicator automatically changes into a tachometer.

This is the GS AVS. Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) The AVS lets the driver fine tune the GS 450h’s ride with a choice of two damper settings: Normal, for everyday comfort, and Sport, which gives improved body control and precise response to steering input when cornering. AVS automatically adjusts suspension performance at all four wheels in response to driving operation, vehicle body motion and road surface conditions, independently activating the adjustable damping force shock absorbers. Selecting Sport mode automatically increases the difference between inner and outer shock absorber damping through corners to further reduce vehicle roll. At the same time, the VGRS automatically reduces the steering gear ratio by around 10 per cent, and the EPS increases steering assist torque by about four per cent. These measures combine to reduce body roll and sharpen handling and steering feel.

Just to clarify and to replicate what the Lexus blurb on the RCF and GSF stated. The Lexus “F” designation is used to signal excellence in both performance and handling. To ensure that the 5.0-litre V8-powered RC F coupe and GS F saloon are faithful to their special status within Lexus’s model range, both are now equipped with Adaptive Variable Suspension as standard. This is not simply a matter of introducing a stock system into the cars. The technology has been revised, tuned and integrated with precision so that its maximum potential can be realised. The driver-selectable, electronic AVS monitors and controls the damping force at each wheel, adjusting instantaneously to ensure handling stability and ride comfort according to road conditions and the driver’s preferences. The system uses an array of sensors which constantly monitor parameters such as G-forces, yaw rate and vehicle speed. Based on this data, the AVS can adjust the level of damping force through 30 levels, ensuring optimum control on all road surfaces. This marks a significant refinement in operation compared to Lexus’s previous system, which spanned nine operating levels. When cornering, the AVS applies increased damping force in response to steering input, yaw rate and vehicle attitude to provide pinpoint handling and suppress body roll through the turn. On rough surfaces, damping force is reduced to help absorb vibrations and keep the ride smooth and comfortable. In all, the system has seven damping force control strategies that include anti-dive and anti-squat. It also works to keep the car composed under heavy braking and acceleration. Going further than simply increasing suspension control, the AVS has been linked to the cars’ Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) and Drive Mode Select control. The instrument display has been revised to show when the driver has selected Sports AVS.

I guessed it must have been the HD service