Many thanks for the interesting feedback. Having driven a mint low mileage GS and the MCV back to back today, I can say that the steering felt slightly sharper in the MCV and the gear changes were a little smoother. However this could be purely down to the quirks of the individual cars themselves rather than the model. My wife who knows next to nothing about cars commented unprompted that the MCV felt a smoother drive (as a passenger). This was the opposite of what I expected given the MCV is clearer kitted out more as a pure sports car.
It seems there is some doubt as to whether there are any significant mechanical differences between the MCV and a GS but there seems to be a consensus that the MCV is likely to be retain or perhaps increase in value. As an aside I actually found the seats in the MCV more comfortable than the GS but I guess it depends on your body shape and I may feel differently after a few hours in the seat.
Finally I have had a look online at the only GS Spyder available but I'm not sure I could live with the interior to be honest. Does anyone know how many GS Spyders there are out there?
Perhaps a poor choice of words Mike, but as far as I'm aware (Marios/Andy, please correct me if I'm mistaken) both Autoshield and McGrath are "recognised" independent businesses. Trading independently, but supported by the manufacturer in terms of access to factory training and production databases.
Nope did lots of research last night and no mention of any engine mods at all..........
Agree with above re engine upgrades
I have researched the MCV fairly extensively and have not come across any references to such internal engine changes
Perhaps some further information/source could be posted
I don't have the information documented, and it appears no one does, it's mechanics that have worked on them who know that the parts are different.