Not been up that hill in a while, first time I came across it I was in the works van, it was a 3rd gear screamer the whole way up as that little Berlingo just didn't have the poof to make it in 4th. I went back when I had the AMG, and she tore up it. Also had a punt while driving a MAN SV, which was, different. So far not taken the ol' bus up her yet, but I rarely have a need to use the A166 these days. I have got a nice 30ish mile route I will generally throw the old girl around every time I am back in Yorkshire. It is mostly traffic free, and the occasional traffic I come across is dealt with quickly enough. Plus there are various pubs along the way for refreshments and taking scenic photos.Hi Bix & All,
Sutton Bank, my neck of the woods..!! Respect for having the faith. Have you tried the assent of Garrowby Hill heading out East from York on the A166, it just keeps climbing and gets wide half way to let you attempt a suicidal overtake but The Beast delivers every time. You have to love that Supercharged V8.
As for the reliability question, we are sent into panic mode every time we hear the outside temperature warning ping, the kids immediately shout "Has the air ride failed again". I respond with "No panic it's only risk of black ice".....not good if your heading back down Garrowby Hill in the dark, there is an escape gravel trap though.
Off to bed now. Cheers, Tricky.
Every beep, bang, or squeaks gets a panicked look from me. And I'll let you keep Garrowby Hill while covered in ice to yourself. I've had this bus on a icy hill before, and the electronics tried to kill me. No thanks.