Author Topic: That car thread (Read 10951 times)

mkawa · « **on:** Wed, 15 August 2012, 21:13:46 »

you know, that one.

boost · « **Reply #1 on:** Wed, 15 August 2012, 21:33:14 »

The one with the big turbo

MOAR BARS

mkawa · « **Reply #2 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 00:42:57 »

i wouldn't know. i'm an NA kind of guy.

bars? bar.

mistakemistake · « **Reply #3 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 09:26:44 »

Turbo lag is the best.

mkawa · « **Reply #4 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 09:43:51 »

FALSE

mistakemistake · « **Reply #5 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 09:45:52 »

boost · « **Reply #6 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 09:56:45 »

NA if greater than 4 cylinders

MOAR BARS

mkawa · « **Reply #7 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 09:57:26 »

FALSE

mistakemistake · « **Reply #8 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 10:07:21 »

Aww but all of my cars except 1 is 4 cyl. My 4 cyl 1/4 mile > your 8 cyl 1/4 mile

alaricljs · « **Reply #9 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 10:20:05 »

Either you are brutally honest, or you did that wrong.... 4cyl 1/4 > 8 cyl 1/4 evaluates to your 4cyl time being larger than the 8cyl time. I don't think you meant that but it is often true (with a comparably massaged v8).

Damnit I miss my CRXs

mistakemistake · « **Reply #10 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 10:34:17 »

I have a 647.3 rwhp mr2 (mustang dynod)

But of course there are faster cars. I'm just being an ass

boost · « **Reply #11 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 10:55:41 »

Had a prelude with the H22a motor. Thing was pretty quick bone stock. After head job, sleeve, cams, crankshaft, ect it was a beast. But there is only so much you can get out of the 4 banger.

Had lots of fun with my supra tho ^_^. Those things can hold BARS like a MOFO

Okita · « **Reply #12 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 13:29:39 »

Me wants a Lancer Evo X T_T

boost · « **Reply #13 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 14:12:20 »

Quote from: Okita on Thu, 16 August 2012, 13:29:39

Me wants a Lancer Evo X T_T

Why not just get the sti? Much more reliable then the EVO

MOAR BARS

mistakemistake · « **Reply #14 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 14:14:32 »

Even as an evo owner, I agree about the sti

mkawa · « **Reply #15 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 15:00:13 »

i don't think you're going to find anyone who disagrees that the evo is SIGNIFICANTLY less reliable than every subaru product every made

mkawa · « **Reply #16 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 15:01:01 »

in terms of reliability, you're better off with a salvage title SVX than an evo

but the sti doesn't have the same precise feel that the evo does, period.

boost · « **Reply #17 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 15:02:26 »

Can't go wrong with the STi,,,

2.5RS = EPIC

boost · « **Reply #18 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 15:04:08 »

Quote from: mkawa on Thu, 16 August 2012, 15:01:01

in terms of reliability, you're better off with a salvage title SVX than an evo

but the sti doesn't have the same precise feel that the evo does, period.

the sti AWD is wayyyy better than the evo's AWD

mistakemistake · « **Reply #19 on:** Thu, 16 August 2012, 15:05:00 »

I only got the evo as an impulse buy... It was cheap at the time and for cheap power upgrades, evo ftw

wcstick · « **Reply #20 on:** Sun, 19 August 2012, 14:10:21 »

Former Evo "fanatic" here. When I grew up, the Evo was my dream car but I recently got to drive the X and, to be honest, I felt a bit disappointed. Yes, it pulls quite well. (Granted, I've only driven/ridden sub-200 hp cars so the Evo's near 300 felt fast.) The SST transmission seems to read minds. And it handles well on the track. But, sitting inside, it doesn't feel engaging or inviting. Many have said that the interior is bad, and I have to agree. The steering wheel is a bit obnoxious with its huge center and thick cross-members. The center console is very plain with flat, shallow buttons that feel like they don't work when you press them. Crispy is the feeling. The spacious interior also adds to the heavy feeling of the Evo. Would I still want one? Yes, but only for the performance and probably not the X.

And on that note, I'd like to have a go in the STi. At least the interiors of Subarus are much better than the Evo's. I've always had the impression that Subarus are more outgoing whereas the Evos are more hardcore tryhard. In the end, a Subaru just might suit me better.

mkawa · « **Reply #21 on:** Sun, 19 August 2012, 14:28:42 »

one thing to note is that the baseline wrx has a notoriously terrible transmission (the 5spd). it feels like crap, and they. break. constantly. the sti transmission on the other hand is very solid, and feels OK (it's not a honda or mazda transmission, but it feels pretty reasonable.

i've never been able to test drive an evo because the mitsu dealers were all being butts last time i did a round of dealerships.

also, if anyone is in the market now, the toyobaru looks pretty darn reasonable for an inexpensive little fun car.

wcstick · « **Reply #22 on:** Sun, 19 August 2012, 15:07:24 »

Quote from: mkawa on Sun, 19 August 2012, 14:28:42

one thing to note is that the baseline wrx has a notoriously terrible transmission (the 5spd). it feels like crap, and they. break. constantly. the sti transmission on the other hand is very solid, and feels OK (it's not a honda or mazda transmission, but it feels pretty reasonable.

i've never been able to test drive an evo because the mitsu dealers were all being butts last time i did a round of dealerships.

also, if anyone is in the market now, the toyobaru looks pretty darn reasonable for an inexpensive little fun car.

Funny enough, I've heard that the current WRX is faster than the STi in a straight line because it's a 5-speed.
The FR-S/BR-Z is a very reasonable fun car. See:

1391401 · « **Reply #23 on:** Sun, 19 August 2012, 17:54:31 »

Okita · « **Reply #24 on:** Sun, 19 August 2012, 18:23:58 »

Quote from: boost on Thu, 16 August 2012, 14:12:20

Quote from: Okita on Thu, 16 August 2012, 13:29:39
Me wants a Lancer Evo X T_T

Why not just get the sti? Much more reliable then the EVO

MOAR BARS

At this point I'd consider getting a Subaru BRV. Those look fun to drive.

WRXChris · « **Reply #25 on:** Sun, 19 August 2012, 18:32:18 »

I hear it's a lot of fun to drive, but it is a bit underpowered. I would wait for the inevitable turbo BRZ!

And if you get an STi, the first mod I recommend is a suspension bushing overhaul. The EVO's biggest advantage over the STi is a more direct road-feel, and suspension bushings help the STi in that department big time!

mkawa · « **Reply #26 on:** Sun, 19 August 2012, 22:48:11 »

ugh, don't tear apart a brand new suspension to put marginally harder aftermarket bushings in.

the brz/frs platform looks relatively nice except for the stupid boxer engine/positioning and the utter boringness of that engine. also, looking at the chassis, it seems like they gave up a lot of rigidity they didn't need to to put the stupid insurance seats in.

it seems inexpensive until you realize that what it's really competing with is used s2000s and miatas, both of which have basically perfect chassis and balance.

that said, desperately want to drive one to see, and would buy a turbo version in an instant if it were priced significantly lower than the wrx sti.

wcstick · « **Reply #27 on:** Mon, 20 August 2012, 01:00:57 »

Quote from: mkawa on Sun, 19 August 2012, 22:48:11

ugh, don't tear apart a brand new suspension to put marginally harder aftermarket bushings in.

the brz/frs platform looks relatively nice except for the stupid boxer engine/positioning and the utter boringness of that engine. also, looking at the chassis, it seems like they gave up a lot of rigidity they didn't need to to put the stupid insurance seats in.

it seems inexpensive until you realize that what it's really competing with is used s2000s and miatas, both of which have basically perfect chassis and balance.

that said, desperately want to drive one to see, and would buy a turbo version in an instant if it were priced significantly lower than the wrx sti.

complaining about the cons of the toyobaru, yet still wants to have a go. that is the charm of the toyobaru.

mkawa · « **Reply #28 on:** Mon, 20 August 2012, 01:18:05 »

not denying it.

DanGWanG · « **Reply #29 on:** Mon, 20 August 2012, 01:33:29 »

I have a 08 4-door Civic SI and I love it.

boost · « **Reply #30 on:** Wed, 29 August 2012, 14:56:39 »

My lowrider after the door got hit $:-\$

boost · « **Reply #31 on:** Fri, 31 August 2012, 22:07:35 »

AMG after we lowered it.

telepete · « **Reply #32 on:** Sat, 01 September 2012, 00:12:30 »

This thread makes me miss my Celica-Supra. I just made myself sad... R.I.P my love.

ranviper · « **Reply #33 on:** Thu, 18 October 2012, 13:18:36 »

Currently driving an 05 jeep liberty sport, 3.7 v6. Its great for this area, considering how much snow we get, but with gas prices the way they are, I think I'll be moving on soon to something smaller.

tjcaustin · « **Reply #34 on:** Thu, 18 October 2012, 14:05:48 »

My daily is a borderline hunk of junk 318i.

My I wish I could afford the gas for it to be my daily is a borderline artistic 300zxTT:

Start of motor pull as it needed turbos and a new bottom end (spun main bearing)

Celebratory photo shoot and road trip after

GMC · « **Reply #35 on:** Thu, 18 October 2012, 15:34:07 »

Just gonna leave this here...

Caaaarrrt · « **Reply #36 on:** Thu, 18 October 2012, 16:08:29 »

Quote from: boost on Thu, 16 August 2012, 15:02:26

Can't go wrong with the STi,,,

2.5RS = EPIC

I have a 2.5RS at the moment... saving up for an STI

baldgye · « **Reply #37 on:** Thu, 18 October 2012, 16:34:32 »

I'm currentally driving a 3.2ltr Audi A3.

It's fast as ****, but its dead. The clutch has zero feel to it, at low speed its horrible to drive HORRIBLE... and the stearing just seems dead.
It's fast, as you would expect from a 3.2, but at low speed its a nightmare... though doing 30mph in 6th is always good for a laugh

Input Nirvana · « **Reply #38 on:** Thu, 18 October 2012, 19:03:32 »

The Grey Ghost.

The Ghost in happier days...

She blew a plug

Look at the SIZE of her on the flatbed! Can hardly get all of her in pics!

For you truck guys...
Grey Ghost 2003 F250 Crew Cab standard bed, towing. Triton V8...NOT diesel.

mistakemistake · « **Reply #39 on:** Sun, 11 November 2012, 01:06:35 »

Quote from: GMC on Thu, 18 October 2012, 15:34:07

Just gonna leave this here...

dem advans

JoeC · « **Reply #40 on:** Sun, 11 November 2012, 13:03:33 »

Since we're on trucks for the moment... Friend of mine just picked up a '92 Yota, thing has been jacked to the sky and a Chevy 350 is under the hood. Electric Banana Yellow.

GMC · « **Reply #41 on:** Sun, 11 November 2012, 13:39:37 »

Quote from: mistakemistake on Sun, 11 November 2012, 01:06:35

Quote from: GMC on Thu, 18 October 2012, 15:34:07
Just gonna leave this here...

dem advans

Aw, yeah.

Quote from: JoeC on Sun, 11 November 2012, 13:03:33

Since we're on trucks for the moment... Friend of mine just picked up a '92 Yota, thing has been jacked to the sky and a Chevy 350 is under the hood. Electric Banana Yellow.

Sounds cool, any pics? What box, diff... Details man...

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NikoGasm · « **Reply #42 on:** Tue, 13 November 2012, 01:31:50 »

I have a '98 Volvo S70. She was garbage when I got her, but after lots of time and money I've got her back in excellent condition. All it needs now is new paint.

Though I really wish I could do something about the terrible gas mileage on it. ):

Ragnorock · « **Reply #43 on:** Tue, 13 November 2012, 02:07:16 »

Hmm, I was waiting for one of these to be rebooted after the forum migration.
Contributing:
My 96 328i with more suspension/handling/performance mods than is reasonable for me to list. NA as it should be, faster than a stock M3 in every way that matters. Auto-x track car/summer daily/baby.

Gf's Austin Mini

My other cars are boring. >.>

okooko · « **Reply #44 on:** Mon, 03 December 2012, 20:09:22 »

Have a 93 BNR32 running costs were pretty high when I was at Uni but its better now that I don't drive it so often.
Prolly be a project car in the future or stripping it for the track

singaporean123 · « **Reply #45 on:** Mon, 03 December 2012, 20:11:26 »

a fking toyota vios in my country costs 100k USD. dip**** govt

tjcaustin · « **Reply #46 on:** Mon, 03 December 2012, 20:15:26 »

Still like Rag's and his GFs cars. Makes me wish my 318i wasn't slow. So slow.

/pines for turbo noises.

keyboardlover · « **Reply #47 on:** Mon, 03 December 2012, 20:20:43 »

Y'all know KL pimps hard.

Redndwhite · « **Reply #48 on:** Mon, 03 December 2012, 20:23:01 »

Quote from: Caaaarrrt on Thu, 18 October 2012, 16:08:29

Quote from: boost on Thu, 16 August 2012, 15:02:26
Can't go wrong with the STi,,,

2.5RS = EPIC

I have a 2.5RS at the moment... saving up for an STI

I have the 2.2L wagon, best car I've ever driven at this point.

What STi are you after? I have a raging hard on for the 04/5 blob eye STi, wrb or red (if I could ever find one) with white bbsesesesss. Wing delete and debadged boot and fmic with a scoopless bonnet.

boost · « **Reply #49 on:** Mon, 03 December 2012, 20:24:55 »

Quote from: keyboardlover on Mon, 03 December 2012, 20:20:43

Y'all know KL pimps hard.

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Loo at you and that g37 :)

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