Arcane Works - Detour

[DaveB]

Finding it very hard to justify the cost for what you are getting

Keep in mind that many of their customers will have multiple cars and a couple of houses.
They don't need to justify the cost.
Just another toy to bring out occasionally

 

[DoubleDoom]

I am waiting for my build date and was a little worried that the stuff coming with the AW would make me feel I was missing something. After seeing the brochure and price list, I am no longer worried. There are a couple of things that look good, but nothing that justified adding around £50,000 to the price.

The different grill is one that intrigues me. To change the identity of the car like that could be a sign that they are not happy with the current grill and will trickle down the new grill in time.

 

[bigleonski]

£134,000 just for bling. A wanker trap.
Each to his/her own I suppose.

I’m disappointed to see the contrast side bar down the side - a blatant range rover rip off. If you’re going to charge extra for highlights at least have an original thought.

The whole vehicle in Icey White though, I would have liked to have seen that.

 

[nickelnoff]

I wonder if it will still vibrate at 1900 RPM

 

[255/85]

£134,000 just for bling. A wanker trap.
Each to his/her own I suppose.

I’m disappointed to see the contrast side bar down the side - a blatant range rover rip off. If you’re going to charge extra for highlights at least have an original thought.

The whole vehicle in Icey White though, I would have liked to have seen that.

I'd like to see the StormForce Silver. You can't get much lighter than the current Sterling Silver so I'm guessing it's the medium grey we wished was available. Or maybe they're gonna chrome plate the thing?

 

[flynnsk]

"Built on Purpose.."
I thought that purpose what to develop a no nonsense "old school" , 'basic' vehicle, thus why no vanity mirrors, power seats etc.
I guess that "Purpose" has changed quite a bit in a short span.

 

[landmannnn]

For all you cynics, there are many out there who have very deep pockets.

 

[saltydog188]

I have to admit, it IS nice looking, but.... fancy colors, interior, wheels, etc. -- there's nothing all that special (or really different other than looks) about it IMHO that makes it worth $164,400+ US. To add diff locks, winch, and few other items we're pushing $200,000. (WELL over twice what I paid for mine.) Also have to wonder about things like the bespoke wheels, grill, etc... If you break something, will replacements be available? They're hard to get for the standard Grenadier.... I guess if you can afford it...

 

[mccasksl]

Pictures from Goodwood FOS. Letech did a good job.

 

[mccasksl]

 

[mccasksl]

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[DaveB]

I have to admit, it IS nice looking, but.... fancy colors, interior, wheels, etc. -- there's nothing all that special (or really different other than looks) about it IMHO that makes it worth $164,400+ US. To add diff locks, winch, and few other items we're pushing $200,000. (WELL over twice what I paid for mine.) Also have to wonder about things like the bespoke wheels, grill, etc... If you break something, will replacements be available? They're hard to get for the standard Grenadier.... I guess if you can afford it...

None of the buyers will use it as a daily driver so if something breaks and they have to wait a few months they will just drive one of their other vehicles.

 

[DaveB]

You will die of shock! The Detour is priced at £134,000 - double the price of my Trialmaster.

It isn't showing on the Australian price list
Maybe they just ran out of room???
Not to mention the price would be AUD$257,000 plus on road costs (around AUD$300,000)

 

[bigleonski]

I'd like to see the StormForce Silver. You can't get much lighter than the current Sterling Silver so I'm guessing it's the medium grey we wished was available. Or maybe they're gonna chrome plate the thing?

Agreed - I initially went sterling silver but changed to SW as the SS is really blue. A “silver” silver would have been a strong option, as would a less creamier white.

 

[255/85]

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I'll be a bit ticked off if they're using the factory rear winch in that stunt. We passed on that option because it was supposedly not rated for vehicle recovery.

 

[Tazzieman]

I'll be a bit ticked off if they're using the factory rear winch in that stunt. We passed on that option because it was supposedly not rated for vehicle recovery.

Front winch alone , easy!

 

[Karearea]

For all you cynics, there are many out there who have very deep pockets.


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I’d love to know if the V8 has sufficient extra mass low down to keep the 90 planted? I love my Lottie but drive her according to the relatively high centre of mass!
I think the performance of the V8 would be truly scary!
But I do still hanker after one

 

[Mtnranger]

"Built on Purpose.."
I thought that purpose what to develop a no nonsense "old school" , 'basic' vehicle, thus why no vanity mirrors, power seats etc.
I guess that "Purpose" has changed quite a bit in a short span.

Missed opportunity to say the purpose has detoured. But in reality, it hasn’t changed…always has been.

 

[DenisM]

I'll be a bit ticked off if they're using the factory rear winch in that stunt. We passed on that option because it was supposedly not rated for vehicle recovery.

I am of the understanding that the factory optioned rear winch (in a cradle to insert into the tow hitch) was/is able to be used for recovery.
The front option "tow plate" was 'red flagged' early on by Ineos as unsuitable for occasional use with a cradle winch for vehicle recovery... (which had been my intention when I ordered it....)

 

[rovie]

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Absolutely. I had a look at these vehicles at LeTech shortly before they were delivered. I'm very tall, but it's not that easy to get in. The red is a great colour. Much better than the paler fire engine red. Because this vehicle was standing right next to it in the hall.