Originally posted by Steve Bassen:
Tony's right. While 4th-gen F-bodies don't have good weight distribution (like a FWD sedan does, LOL) and they seem to have a reputation for being typical "pony cars", they actually do handle better than you'd think. Their suspension geometry is quite solid (although they could use a little more rear axle travel), with a well setup rear and a short-long arm front end. Throw some good dampers on and maybe some stiffer springs (aside from the obligatory subframe connectors) and they handle very well around a road course. Not saying they?re the end-all of handling cars, but just giving some credit where it?s due.
A lot of it is driver too. We have a guy in St. Louis that AutoX's an Impala SS. Typically wins his class too.
I guess my point is a great driver and smart mods can make anything dance.
See here:
http://wcsllc.net/stlsolo/2002_results.htm Look for Bob Ploof and see what his SS is beating. This is his second season AutoXing.
FWIW,
TB
