Review written on 8/1964.
Durack is in a unique position with the Independence Boost. The Sedan segment rules the Republique market. While the 772 is the worst vehicle in the segment. Where does the Independence Boost fit between these two extremes? Should consumer celebrate Durack's new Sedan? Or is this just another underachieving vehicle in the Sedan segment?
Is the Durack Independence Boost fast? Uh, No. But is that important? Maybe. For a Sedan the Independence Boost is well below average. There are many other vehicles in this class that can move better and faster on the track. And because of that we don't consider it to be very good. The 81 hp @ 2121RPMs 2162 cc Flat4 engine is underpowered for this vehicle. Which ultimately hurts its performance. The Independence Boost is able to reach a top speed of 78 mph and it does 30.227s 0 to 60 mph on the strip. With 162 lb-ft of torque, our smoking wheels were able to tow 22 lbs. And that leaves us with one conclusion. Durack Should have probably used a bigger, better engine for this vehicle. But as it is, it will do. When it comes to handling, the Sedan segment has very few models that are better than the Durack Independence Boost. While it's no race car, this vehicle offers above average cornering abilities that will leave a smile on your face.
Once we were done playing on the track, we got a good look at the Durack Independence Boost and I must say, we were quite impressed. While not the most luxurious vehicle on the market. It is quite comfortable for what it is. There is just enough styling and support to last on long trips and impress friends, while not being overly expensive like hyper luxurious vehicles.
The Durack Independence Boost is one of the most spacious vehicles in its class. With 43 cu-ft of cargo and passenger room you should never have any issues with transportation. Even if you have to move an elephant...
The Durack Independence Boost has just enough labor of love in it to make it better than most other vehicles. Even though it came off an assembly line you can tell that the employees at Durack love their job. This is reflected in the quality of material and workmanship used to finish the product.
The Durack Independence Boost is a reliable car that we would trust our dear old grandmother with. These things are almost bulletproof.
At the pump station you get the feeling that someone over at Durack really wanted to squeeze out every last drop out of this vehicle. And that person should get a raise. The Durack Independence Boost gets an impressive 48.6 mpg! Which means it theoretically pays for it self compared to the competition!
While talking with engineers at Durack we found out that the Independence Boost was designed to be nuclear bomb proof. While we don't really know if that is bluster, we do sort believe them. Specially when it ran through the concrete brick during crash testing without leaving a dent on the hood.
When it comes to Sedan there should be only one vehicle to think of. Have you thought of it? Did you read this article? It's the Durack Independence Boost the best Sedan I have ever driven! And the best one you've ever read about!