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09-05-2011, 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by sas  keep the tl and find an EM1 or DC2. Grab decent tires, koni yellows, ground controls and call it a day. | the guy finds his 3 year old TL Type-S 'outdated'..dont think he'll get EM1/DC2
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09-05-2011, 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by twitchyzero the guy finds his 3 year old TL Type-S 'outdated'..dont think he'll get EM1/DC2 | I didn't mean it in the wrong way but I'm not a major car enthusiast so I probably won't modify my car etc. hence cars like EM1/DC2 aren't cars I would drive. In terms of being "outdated," I'm referring primarily to the technology the car has etc, such as lack of iPod integration, outdated GPS etc.
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09-05-2011, 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by skylinergtr Have you thought about the Volvo C30?
i'm not sure about your budget though, because they aren't cheap. | Volvo has not crossed my mind. Will do some research into it.
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09-05-2011, 02:05 PM
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My recommendation is the Ford Mustang V6. Sure it's the most basic of its class but if you're looking for some fun I really think the Mustang will give you some. I had a customer come in one time and I asked him about it. He said it was really fun and a great ride. Although the Civic Si Will probably out turn the Mustang on the track and the v-tec sure sounds great but I believe that the Mustang is bang for your buck. I talked to the customer about fuel consumption as well. He said that it gets the same mileage as a Civic but where it trumphs it is that the Mustang uses REGULAR fuel. He tried 91 on the Mustang and the fuel was too rich--it wouldn't burn well in its engine. If I were you I'd choose a Mustang over the Civic any day, but that's just me haha.
Oh and I'd love to add I'd take nothing less than a 6 cylinder. The smoothness and comfort is just nice. But again, it's always your choice.
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09-05-2011, 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Lamboda My recommendation is the Ford Mustang V6. Sure it's the most basic of its class but if you're looking for some fun I really think the Mustang will give you some. I had a customer come in one time and I asked him about it. He said it was really fun and a great ride. Although the Civic Si Will probably out turn the Mustang on the track and the v-tec sure sounds great but I believe that the Mustang is bang for your buck. I talked to the customer about fuel consumption as well. He said that it gets the same mileage as a Civic but where it trumphs it is that the Mustang uses REGULAR fuel. He tried 91 on the Mustang and the fuel was too rich--it wouldn't burn well in its engine. If I were you I'd choose a Mustang over the Civic any day, but that's just me haha.
Oh and I'd love to add I'd take nothing less than a 6 cylinder. The smoothness and comfort is just nice. But again, it's always your choice. | I don't think I fit the type to drive a mustang haha.
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09-05-2011, 03:08 PM
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Slightly off topic, but are you selling your 3G TL-S out right?
How much are you asking for? Kms? Accidents? Feel free to fire a PM my way..
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09-05-2011, 03:11 PM
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Do not buy a Mustang with the MT82 tranny. Simply do a google search, and you will see tons of failures on the Chinese-built Getrag tranny..
It sounds like you want to down-size, and the magical $$ is $28k..
I'd look for a CPO 2010 GTi or a 2008+ Mini Cooper S..
Tons of fun, tons of modding potential without having to feel like you're in a penalty box. I'm not a dash stroker by any means, but I honestly feel the fit and finish on MC/GTIs are one step above the japanese 'hot-rods'..
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09-05-2011, 03:13 PM
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BTW, 2011 Si > 2012 Si for the seats and dash alone. I feel they messed up the new dash big time, and the seats are much flatter. I'm not even gonna comment on the vtec guage..
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09-05-2011, 03:45 PM
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#34 | | Even when im right, revscene.net is still right!
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Originally Posted by too_slow Slightly off topic, but are you selling your 3G TL-S out right?
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Originally Posted by too_slow Do not buy a Mustang with the MT82 tranny. Simply do a google search, and you will see tons of failures on the Chinese-built Getrag tranny..
It sounds like you want to down-size, and the magical $$ is $28k..
I'd look for a CPO 2010 GTi or a 2008+ Mini Cooper S..
Tons of fun, tons of modding potential without having to feel like you're in a penalty box. I'm not a dash stroker by any means, but I honestly feel the fit and finish on MC/GTIs are one step above the japanese 'hot-rods'.. | I'm not interested in used, but I will look at mini cooper, totally forgot about it!
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09-05-2011, 03:56 PM
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^If you think GTI's are over-priced, you might be in for a huge surprise with the MCS! (Hence why I suggested CPO models). A base mini cooper is tons of fun to just cruise around town, but really lacks grunt up top. Also, the options are stupid expensive. I would at least get the Sport pkg (sport seats are a must), and HIDs. If you have spare change, the lounge leather is amazing! The pano-roofs are famous for leaking (just like the OpenSky on the A3's.. Is there car company out there that can make a pano-roof that doesn't leak???)
BTW, thanks for the msg on the TL. It is a good price for the milleage, but I think I will hold off for a blue + 6spd manual (the ultimate unicorn).. GLWS
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09-05-2011, 04:20 PM
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For those interested, I've posted my car for sale on the RS forums http://www.revscene.net/forums/65297...low-km%2A.html
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09-05-2011, 04:33 PM
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#37 | | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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Seems like OP is looking at:
VW MK6 GTI or Upcoming Golf R?
Audi A3
Mini R56 Cooper S or JCW
Volvo C30 (R racing trim?)
Here's some cars that fit the size of what you are looking for
Fiat 500
Ford Focus
BMW 128
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09-05-2011, 05:21 PM
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Throwing this out there, but the MINI Cooper S generally have great residuals, you avoid any regular maintenance costs since it's free @ MINI and it's a really fun car to drive. Should be around $450 a month on a decently optioned one on a 3 year lease....without any negotiations.
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09-05-2011, 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by AWDTurboLuvr Throwing this out there, but the MINI Cooper S generally have great residuals, you avoid any regular maintenance costs since it's free @ MINI and it's a really fun car to drive. Should be around $450 a month on a decently optioned one on a 3 year lease....without any negotiations. | Are there typically discounts on the mini? If so, what type of incentives might I be able to get? I'm not in a rush to get a car as I have a second car I can drive (once my TL is sold).
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09-05-2011, 05:34 PM
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#40 | | YOU CANT CUT BACK ON FUNDING! YOU WILL REGRET THIS
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keep the TL 
wanna swap rims before you sell? 
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09-05-2011, 09:54 PM
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Originally Posted by ntan I didn't mean it in the wrong way but I'm not a major car enthusiast so I probably won't modify my car etc. hence cars like EM1/DC2 aren't cars I would drive. In terms of being "outdated," I'm referring primarily to the technology the car has etc, such as lack of iPod integration, outdated GPS etc. | was just teasing Quote:
Originally Posted by ntan Have there been any speculation on the price of the FR-S? I didn't hear much about this (Not a huge car enthusiast) so from my quick Google understanding, it's slated to be ~200HP 2.0L 2 door? | It's meant to be under $30K..but hard to say if it will be marked up for the Canadian market...i would guess in the same ballpark as the GTI
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09-05-2011, 10:30 PM
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mini cooper s jcw or s2000
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09-05-2011, 10:50 PM
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Genesis and the Si is a good comparison to battle it out. Both of these boil down to personal preference and what you really want to do with the car overall.
If you can wait, I would wait for the FR-S. Yea, its rumored in production, but the process of how far its going to take to actually make it to the market is a mystery.
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09-05-2011, 10:57 PM
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#44 | | Even when im right, revscene.net is still right!
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Originally Posted by sleeves mini cooper s jcw or s2000 | Jcw too expensive. Don't want a second hand... though I really do like s2000's...
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09-06-2011, 09:58 AM
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You are crazy to sell your TL. I'm driving a new gen civic right now bc my car is in the shop and this thing is terrible! Honda has gone downhill. Its ugly and drives like shit. I hate the dashboard, its like driving a spaceship. Its handling is like a caravan. We have a 99 acura EL and that car is 100 times better in so many ways. So I can only imagine how much better a TL type S is. Can't wait to get my car back from the shop! Posted via RS Mobile | |
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09-06-2011, 10:01 AM
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One more thing - what's up with the tiny window by the A pillar? What's its function? Do ppl tint that window when they get the rest of the car done? Lol Posted via RS Mobile | |
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09-06-2011, 10:18 AM
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#47 | | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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I will getting a Volvo c30 r-design in the near future from the states. Check out the R-design model. You get the added bodykit and upgraded suspension. A turbo 227 hp for a two door plus luxury components such as heated seats, auto dimming mirror, bi xenon lights, etc. I know many people here don't consider a Volvo but this one is worth researching on.
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09-06-2011, 11:44 AM
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if you want the best price on the Si or the MCS, shoot me a PM when you are ready to buy, i can get you the best deal!
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09-06-2011, 01:12 PM
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#49 | | Even when im right, revscene.net is still right!
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Originally Posted by acurael You are crazy to sell your TL. I'm driving a new gen civic right now bc my car is in the shop and this thing is terrible! Honda has gone downhill. Its ugly and drives like shit. I hate the dashboard, its like driving a spaceship. Its handling is like a caravan. We have a 99 acura EL and that car is 100 times better in so many ways. So I can only imagine how much better a TL type S is. Can't wait to get my car back from the shop! Posted via RS Mobile | Which 2012 model are you driving right now?
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09-06-2011, 01:13 PM
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#50 | | Even when im right, revscene.net is still right!
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Originally Posted by vash13 I will getting a Volvo c30 r-design in the near future from the states. Check out the R-design model. You get the added bodykit and upgraded suspension. A turbo 227 hp for a two door plus luxury components such as heated seats, auto dimming mirror, bi xenon lights, etc. I know many people here don't consider a Volvo but this one is worth researching on. | Might I ask how much it'll be from US? Quote:
Originally Posted by BlackZRoadster if you want the best price on the Si or the MCS, shoot me a PM when you are ready to buy, i can get you the best deal! | PM'd
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