RX8 or RSX-S or WRX STI?
02-02-2004, 10:31 PM
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RX8 or RSX-S or WRX STI?
What do you guys think?
STI is obviously the fastest, RX8 is the nicest, and the RSX-S is a happy medium. What do you guys think?
STI is obviously the fastest, RX8 is the nicest, and the RSX-S is a happy medium. What do you guys think?
02-02-2004, 10:43 PM
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STi all the way.
02-02-2004, 11:37 PM
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that's an easy decision to make. subaru technica international.
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02-02-2004, 11:39 PM
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^ ibte
02-02-2004, 11:41 PM
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I bought an RSX-S, I wanted a WRX though but I knew it would be a money pit. TOO MANY things I would want to do to the car. If I could have gotten an STi I would have. Thats my opinion.
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02-03-2004, 12:31 AM
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G35 is still the sweetest car and can be modded well, even if you didn't list it. RX 8 looks amazing on the road with an aftermarket kit and wheels would be even more so, but that engine is a gamble. STI would be the choice, but depends on if you want to floss or apprectiate the performance... rsx doesn't compete and is too common compared to the others.
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STI final answer
02-03-2004, 12:36 AM
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RSX-S, out.
RX-8, it's a clingy woman of a car... you might like to picture yourself in it, but too much effort required plus it'll cost you more to maintain.
STi, only one left on your list. Great car; I've heard all about em from a Subaru specialist friend of mine =)
If I was dropping that much, most likely a G35, maybe a used M3 or something. Or even the new TL, for that matter.
RX-8, it's a clingy woman of a car... you might like to picture yourself in it, but too much effort required plus it'll cost you more to maintain.
STi, only one left on your list. Great car; I've heard all about em from a Subaru specialist friend of mine =)
If I was dropping that much, most likely a G35, maybe a used M3 or something. Or even the new TL, for that matter.
02-03-2004, 08:20 AM
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Originally posted by SC TL
STi. Or wait for the Legacy GT. Or if you want a total sleeper, get the Forrester XT then chip it when Cobb figures out how to map it.
STi. Or wait for the Legacy GT. Or if you want a total sleeper, get the Forrester XT then chip it when Cobb figures out how to map it.
I wouldn't count the RX8 out until you drive it. Just because it's not built for straight line power doesn't mean it's bad.
If the STi is a choice, why isn't the EVO?
from the choices you mentioned, black STi, remove rear wing for a smaller one, add chip and turbo back exhuast = 370 hp 400 ft lbs and a big
02-03-2004, 09:36 AM
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RX8 - Its a ford now, and it wasnt reliable before
RSX-S - Yes it has power, but it wont slam you back in your seat like the STi. Fuji Heavy (Subaru) all the way.
RSX-S - Yes it has power, but it wont slam you back in your seat like the STi. Fuji Heavy (Subaru) all the way.
02-03-2004, 11:39 AM
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Hold out!!! Maybe the the RSX Type R will be imported stateside; I'd get that over the RX8 or STi anyday:
See link: http://www.honda.co.jp/auto-lineup/integra_r/ With the STi and EVO stateside, it HAS TO BE only a matter of time.
Afterwards if you feel the need to mod, you can always boost the RSX courtesy of Cybernation (http://www.cybernationmotorsports.com/home.php). With a K20ATR motore modded that way, it'll give the STi a run for the money.
See link: http://www.honda.co.jp/auto-lineup/integra_r/ With the STi and EVO stateside, it HAS TO BE only a matter of time.
Afterwards if you feel the need to mod, you can always boost the RSX courtesy of Cybernation (http://www.cybernationmotorsports.com/home.php). With a K20ATR motore modded that way, it'll give the STi a run for the money.
02-03-2004, 11:52 AM
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you guys dont mind the lack of lux of the STI?
I dunno coming from a Acura i would think you need all the toys that came with the car. STI hardly ha a radio :o
But for pure sports then hands down the STI wins.
I dunno coming from a Acura i would think you need all the toys that came with the car. STI hardly ha a radio :o
But for pure sports then hands down the STI wins.
02-03-2004, 12:07 PM
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Originally posted by Crazy Sellout
you guys dont mind the lack of lux of the STI?
you guys dont mind the lack of lux of the STI?
Buy it without the radio and and customize it with a Nav system and some awesome speakers.
02-03-2004, 12:12 PM
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Originally posted by Crazy Sellout
Has heated seats? Auto dimmer mirrors? HIDs? Auto Climate control? ETC...
Has heated seats? Auto dimmer mirrors? HIDs? Auto Climate control? ETC...
Ok I lied, I would miss Auto-Climate WAY more then homelink. A LOT
02-04-2004, 09:43 AM
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Originally posted by heyitsme
Well if you want the luxury and the turbo, wait for the legacy 2.5
Well if you want the luxury and the turbo, wait for the legacy 2.5
02-04-2004, 10:43 AM
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STI all the way, i love turbo 4 bangers that compete with the big boys. Also dont sleep on the evo. It actually is responding to mods much better from what i am reading and it looks awesome.
