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Re: XM 2.0i turbo
Posted: Fri Jan 05, 2018 9:38 am
by jamescarruthers
Yes, don't worry. I had similar thoughts to you when I got the XM. Just set off as if on a flat, even on a hill
Re: XM 2.0i turbo
Posted: Fri Jan 05, 2018 1:24 pm
by White Exec
jamescarruthers wrote:Yes, don't worry. I had similar thoughts to you when I got the XM. Just set off as if on a flat, even on a hill.
Exactly. They actually do better, no-fuss hill starts (even very steep ones) easier than any car I can remember.
Like going downstairs, it's best not to work out what your feet are actually doing.
Re: XM 2.0i turbo
Posted: Tue Jan 09, 2018 7:02 pm
by DerekB
Well, I've been to Norfolk and back (from Manchester) to visit family, and visit Matt too (thanks Matt for the bits), and what do you know, hill starts are easy, just as Chris and diesel man describe. I'm driving the car confidently now, very pleased with the way it goes and the way it rides. 34mpg on the first tank full. Building my list of little jobs to do, most of which I can do. First two, fix the screenwasher and replace the driver's side head light.
Re: XM 2.0i turbo
Posted: Tue Jan 09, 2018 8:14 pm
by White Exec
All good news.
Re: XM 2.0i turbo
Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2018 7:14 am
by MTXM
It was very nice to meet you Derek and the car certainly looked really tidy and an excellent purchase and entry into the world of XMs! Hopefully we shall meet at future rallies and do let us know how you get on with the few little jobs planned. There is a great deal of knowledge and camaraderie here on the Forum! With regards, Matthew T.