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Old 10-11-2015, 01:25 PM
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Any FR-S Owners?

Any FR-S Owners wanna give me an insight about their FRS? Or is it worth transitioning from my 2.4 ILX?

I know i will be downgrading my luxuries, but I just love how the FR-S looks and drives.
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No FR-S owners here anymore. Every single one sold theirs (or are planning to) and bought or will be buying a 2016 RDX so they can get them 8.5 bishes.

You should do the same.
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Old 10-11-2015, 03:27 PM
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What happened to you buying the Sti?

Are you sill upside down on your ilx lease?

https://acurazine.com/forums/car-tal...ow-sti-930023/
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We actually have 4-5 FRS/BRZ owners in Car Talk.

If you like driving, it's a great car to have. Let me know if you have any specific questions.

Here's my thread:

https://acurazine.com/forums/car-tal...902303/page68/
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Originally Posted by 2012wagon
What happened to you buying the Sti?

Are you sill upside down on your ilx lease?

https://acurazine.com/forums/car-tal...ow-sti-930023/
This.


I mean at least the FRS is cheaper than an STI.
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Ohhhh that's OP.
Old 10-12-2015, 03:14 AM
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the STi or WRX are just feelers.. Just that my dad has the opportunity to get one right now and he wanted to know if he wanted to trade cars with me

I like how my ilx has the keyless system and push to start.. is the frs the same?
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lol @ this thread.

If you want a FRS or BRZ, you have to know what you want and what you're getting. No one buys them for luxuries or amenities. If you are unsure, it's not the car for you. You buy one because you want that and only that. They are by no means the car you wander into a dealership and drive out with.
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Originally Posted by mvidal6
the STi or WRX are just feelers.. Just that my dad has the opportunity to get one right now and he wanted to know if he wanted to trade cars with me

I like how my ilx has the keyless system and push to start.. is the frs the same?
what you are wanting to know is found in the online literature, known as the dealer website.

no one is going to hold your hand on simple questions like, where do I put the fuel?


plus, you're upside down on this loan with the ILX. it's not wise to trade cars or to trade with your dad, unless he wants to eat both cars
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Old 10-12-2015, 12:44 PM
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^^^
Especially when his profile is "college student with debt "

Rockyboy got nothing on this kid
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Originally Posted by mvidal6
I like how my ilx has the keyless system and push to start.. is the frs the same?
I'm surprised this is what makes someone decide between cars. Push button vs. using a key? Seriously?
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Read this, then decide if it's the car for you.

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Lol guys I don't need a brochure, maybe you guys got it confused I'm looking for some opinions of transitioning from Acura to your FRS/BRZ and as a commuter where do you stand and how do you compare..

And literally I mean trading my car with my dad as in swapping cars he drives my car and I'll drive the frs .. there's not really a loss for me because I'll be just taking over the payments and they are the same.
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Originally Posted by mvidal6
Lol guys I don't need a brochure, maybe you guys got it confused I'm looking for some opinions of transitioning from Acura to your FRS/BRZ and as a commuter where do you stand and how do you compare..

And literally I mean trading my car with my dad as in swapping cars he drives my car and I'll drive the frs .. there's not really a loss for me because I'll be just taking over the payments and they are the same.
So your dad drives the FRS??
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Originally Posted by mvidal6
Lol guys I don't need a brochure, maybe you guys got it confused I'm looking for some opinions of transitioning from Acura to your FRS/BRZ and as a commuter where do you stand and how do you compare..

And literally I mean trading my car with my dad as in swapping cars he drives my car and I'll drive the frs .. there's not really a loss for me because I'll be just taking over the payments and they are the same.
so, why the heck did you ask if the FRS used a physical key?

you need a brochure.
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so, why the heck did you ask if the FRS used a physical key?

you need a brochure.
Lol "golf R'" alt account
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Lol "golf R'" alt account
ya know, i'm not a detective but 1+1 is not adding up here....
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Originally Posted by justnspace
so, why the heck did you ask if the FRS used a physical key?

you need a brochure.
...or just ask dad?

...or just go over to dad's?

I'm surprised OP has never been in his dad's car before. I know for a fact that my dad's car does not have push button start because I've been in it before.

The fact that OP's father has a FRS yet OP doesn't know if he doesn't like it is sketchy at best.
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Old 10-12-2015, 07:47 PM
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Link plz.
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Originally Posted by mvidal6
Any FR-S Owners wanna give me an insight about their FRS? Or is it worth transitioning from my 2.4 ILX?

I know i will be downgrading my luxuries, but I just love how the FR-S looks and drives.
So you've driven the FR-S before. Why then are you asking if the FR-S has a keyless push to start system or not?

Originally Posted by mvidal6
I like how my ilx has the keyless system and push to start.. is the frs the same?
If you've driven one before ("I just love how the FR-S... drives.") shouldn't you know the answer to this?

And this.... ?

Originally Posted by mvidal6
I'm looking for some opinions of transitioning from Acura to your FRS/BRZ and as a commuter where do you stand and how do you compare..
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Originally Posted by mvidal6
Just that my dad has the opportunity to get one right now and he wanted to know if he wanted to trade cars with me
Your dad is thinking of getting an FR-S so he can immediately trade it for an ILX? Why not just get an ILX if that's what he wants?

Originally Posted by mvidal6
And literally I mean trading my car with my dad as in swapping cars he drives my car and I'll drive the frs .. there's not really a loss for me because I'll be just taking over the payments and they are the same.
Your dad's going to be $4,000 upside down on the FR-S purchase too?
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I'm so freaking confused.

Just keep your Civic.
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Oh shoot, I meant ILX.
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Link plz.
Have fun.

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pretty soon I'ma have to move this on over to Ramblings

EDIT: move it BACK to Ramblings that is
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he can still save it! just needs to be upfront about what he wants!
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I suppose I can give some insight since I recently went from a 2004 TL to a 2005 S2000. My TL was fantastic...it had no issues and was paid off, however, I've been wanting a S2k since I was 14. I don't think about the TL at all when driving now. I drive 72+ miles a day and I don't regret buying the S2k at all.

Yes, it only seats two, the trunk is small, the "glovebox" is a joke, the suspension is stiffer, the wheels are staggered, the speakers are trash, and gas mileage isn't as good, but I honestly don't give a shit. It's an absolute blast and much more fun than the TL ever was.
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But but but ramblings means no more thanks button!!




OP, i think no one is taking you seriously because of your backstory of being in debt and living out of your means and leasing an expensive Civic



Also we really need to know what you really want to get out of this thread.




Don't see it as flaming... see it as constructive criticism.
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Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32
I suppose I can give some insight since I recently went from a 2004 TL to a 2005 S2000. My TL was fantastic...it had no issues and was paid off, however, I've been wanting a S2k since I was 14. I don't think about the TL at all when driving now. I drive 72+ miles a day and I don't regret buying the S2k at all.

Yes, it only seats two, the trunk is small, the "glovebox" is a joke, the suspension is stiffer, the wheels are staggered, the speakers are trash, and gas mileage isn't as good, but I honestly don't give a shit. It's an absolute blast and much more fun than the TL ever was.
Agree with all you said BUT you bought the S2k knowing exactly what you wanted and what you were getting into. It's not like you strolled into a Honda dealership looking for an Accord sedan and walked out with a S2000 nor would anyone for that matter. Cars like the FRS and S2000 are unique and as such you probably know what you want and what you're getting into when you go buy one.
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That's exactly it.

When I bought my BRZ, I didn't question anything related to the luxurious features or tech amenities. I just loved the driving feel, position, and style. So, I bought it.

I really shouldn't jump to the conclusion, but I will anyway. Judging by OP's first post, he won't like a FRS/BRZ.
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Wait, you didn't buy the BRZ because of the push start button?
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Wait, you didn't buy the BRZ because of the push start button?
I got the Limited trim because of push start button. That's a must have option these days yo.
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Cars like the FRS and S2000 are unique and as such you probably know what you want and what you're getting into when you go buy one.
miatia's too, right?
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Damn ILX owners...

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pretty soon I'ma have to move this on over to Ramblings

EDIT: move it BACK to Ramblings that is
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