We are pleased to announce that order banks for both the Corsa and Astra VXRacing Editions have been reopened for a limited period starting Model Year 10.5.
The reopening of the order bank will allow the remaining Special Edition VXR’s to be built completing the 444 Corsa and 444 Astra models commencing production in January 2010.
In addition to the standard Corsa VXR and Astra VXR specification, VXRacing Edition models are fitted with additional equipment with only a £1055 and £1090 OTR increase over Corsa and Astra VXR respectively.
VXRacing Edition Specification Summary:
• Red Exterior with Black Detailed Parts – Rear Spoiler, Mirrors and Diffuser.
• Black Alloy Wheel Upgrade.
• Leather Seat facings with red stitching.
• Dark Tinted Glass.
• Individually numbered identifier plaque.
Corsa VXRacing Edition. A brilliantly balanced combination of 192PS and up to
260Nm of low-end torque is enough to push this Corsa from 0-60mph in 6.8
seconds. With impressive looks like no other Corsa VXR – Flame Red paint, black
18-inch V-spoke alloys, black door mirrors plus a black rear roof spoiler and rear
diffuser on the outside. Leather-trimmed,’shell-backed’ Recaro front seats and
unique VXRacing detailing on the inside.
There’s no doubt whatsoever about where we’re coming from – or where the Corsa VXRacing Edition will take you.
Serious performance and visual impact all in one unique package.
How could you not join in?
The lightweight 1.6 16v turbocharged engine features a software-controlled turbo over-boost function to liberate more torque on demand. Up to 260Nm, just when you need it.
The chassis, too, has outstanding credentials. With lowered VXR sports suspension, bigger brakes and switchable Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)with traction control – the Corsa VXRacing Edition is designed for rapid, safe progress and maximum driver involvement.
And with the optional Remus sports exhaust, available at a special price on Corsa VXRacing Edition, you can increase the power and improve the soundtrack at the same time. We thought you’d like the sound of that…
Astra VXRacing Edition: there’s no other Astra VXR like it. Black 19-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, black rear roof spoiler and rear bumper insert plus dark-tinted rear glass form only part of an impressive visual presence that matches all its engineering brilliance.
Think 240PS and 320Nm with 0-60mph in 6.2seconds. Think 2.0i 16v Turbo, six-speed gearbox and the low, flat ride of a genuine performance car.Think leather-trimmed Recaro sports front seats and specific VXRacing interior detailing and in every way, this is a car perfectly equipped to lead the celebrations around VXRacing.
There’s no getting away from it – Astra VXRacing Edition is the genuine article. A 2.0i 16-valve engine with an integrated, compact and lightweight turbocharger assembly that means very high torque at low engine revs for instant throttle response whenever you need it most. And the huge ventilated brake discs ensure you’ve all the stopping power you need too.Add the lowered sports-tuned VXR suspension set-up, ‘Sport’ button function, and the optional Remus sports exhaust system (available at a special priceon Astra VXRacing Edition) and you’ll have plenty to celebrate!
