[Swordie]

I have had my VY V6 wagon since new. It's done done 225,000kms and still feels like it has plenty of life. I spoke to a Holden wrecker (who knows his Holdens) and he said Ecotec is a very good motor (basically bullet proof). My VY is at home on the highway, it's economical for a big motor and cruses with ease. It is a real pleasure to drive.

I have watched a few of the Wizard's shows. He is quite a knowledgable guy. I respect his options. He will be talking about what has been sold in the U.S. Unfortunately the Barra never made it. The Barra is a very good motor too.

When I was looking at wagons I had a test drive of a new BA Falcon wagon. The main difference I found in the motors is the Barra spins out better to higher revs. This is probably why Ford could get more power out of the BA than AU. it had more poke higher in the rev range. The Holden appealed to me at the time and have not regretted the decision.