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Old Jan 26th, 2021, 06:15   #2218
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With it's rear engine, my Sunbeam Imp Sport certainly did not lack traction, 'D.D.', but both directional stability and braking left a lot to be desired. A small paving slab in the (front) boot improved both greatly! Conversely, I always found my RWD Volvos very sure-footed in adverse conditions, much more so than many contemporary cars. I'm pleased that Alan did not find the R.B. wanting when put to the test, but expected no less!

Regards, John.
Yes, I was really pleased with RB's test in the snow yesterday John, it was much better than I'd expected. In many ways it was more sure footed than the Skoda Superb estate - although I do think the torque of a diesel engine suits low traction situations well, the RB's auto box made up for that (I'm coming to like the 3 speed auto box).

There really isn't much I don't like about the RB the way it is :-)

Alan
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