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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 08:45 AM
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I've driven the GTI as well, and it was a blast. But in terms of a compact daily driver that'll have a better chance at being problem-free down the road, I'd shy away.
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 11:10 AM
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New fit is pretty nice tricked out (navi, sound system) but the Rabbit is a sweet little hatch too.

Im not a huge fan of nissan interiors that far down the chain...
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 11:31 AM
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Keep the Civic as 67k is low mileage for an 8 year old Honda....and you know it'll probably go another 100k before it needs any major repairs.
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 12:40 PM
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get a Fit, and then one of those 18" add-on fake penises to make yourself feel better.
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Street Spirit
I've driven the GTI as well, and it was a blast. But in terms of a compact daily driver that'll have a better chance at being problem-free down the road, I'd shy away.
Why? My car has been relatively trouble free when the check engine light isn't on or the car doesn't scream "CHECK COOLANT"
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 01:14 PM
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Day 3 with Versa, been happy with it for the past three days.
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 06:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Shoofin
Why? My car has been relatively trouble free when the check engine light isn't on or the car doesn't scream "CHECK COOLANT"
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 06:52 PM
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I love the GTI, dealers are willing to take 3k off sticker and sell you a base 6 speed for 21,xxx. For that price which is a few grand over a hot selling Civic or Corolla you are getting a car worthy of Audi/BMW driving performance.

I've driven the car a few times and just lust for it daily.

But no money no talk for a trade or straight up purchase at this time.
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 07:03 PM
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Day 3 with Versa, been happy with it for the past three days.
Dude, you bought it?
everyone is so sneaky!
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 07:20 PM
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Originally Posted by synth19
I have one today that I'm borrowing ........ (friends with the GM at a local nissan dealeship).
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read above, I am borrowing a versa right now. I have it until Monday.
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Dude, you bought it?
everyone is so sneaky!
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 07:56 PM
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Loseit is the worst skimmer/proof-reader, ever. I have no idea how he passed his med school.
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by agranado

Im not a huge fan of nissan interiors that far down the chain...
Nissan's up the chain aren't much better. LOL
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by synth19
Nissan's up the chain aren't much better. LOL
well the new maxima and the 370 interiors (with navi) look pretty nice... but thats about it.. lol
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 08:41 PM
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At least test drive other cars before settling.
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 09:17 PM
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Drove a Versa for about 10 days as a rental. After day 5 I didn't look forward to getting into the car at all...( Was driving a ton for work...)

1. Good gas mileage
2. Good point and squirt through traffic
3. CVt tranny was ok, but car was underpowered outside the city
4. Front seats made by the same people as the ones making my kids foam coach. they suck ass
5. Radio was brutal, although it it may have had a blown speaker( on a car with < 5K on it..whaaaa?)

When I first picked it up- I thought it would be neat to rip around in, then I couldn't wait to give it back..try the fit .. otherwise keep the Civic and put some $$$ into it..
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Old Nov 17, 2008 | 05:17 PM
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^ You must have had the base model, the SL version with tech package is pretty sweet. Doesn't sound like you had the CVT model... I could be wrong....
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Old Nov 17, 2008 | 05:17 PM
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must.... not..... mod....


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Old Nov 17, 2008 | 05:17 PM
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And don't worry guys... will test drive a fit tomorrow....
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Old Nov 17, 2008 | 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by synth19
Loseit is the worst skimmer/proof-reader, ever. I have no idea how he passed his med school.
it wasn't my med school

i just noticed it was the post right above mine as well.
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Old Nov 17, 2008 | 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Loseit
it wasn't my med school

i just noticed it was the post right above mine as well.
oh..... now you're "reading into" posts.... LOL!
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Old Nov 17, 2008 | 06:48 PM
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Rabbit FTW
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Old Nov 17, 2008 | 07:04 PM
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Rabbit FTL
Fixed.
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Old Nov 17, 2008 | 10:00 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2008 | 10:41 PM
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Fixed.


it takes a real man to drive a rabbit...

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Old Nov 18, 2008 | 01:01 PM
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rabbit ftw. 08 models get a 180hp engine and plenty of torque to make it a fun DD car. I was gonna get one but the prices in canada are too insane so I gave up.
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Old Nov 18, 2008 | 08:12 PM
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what do you guys think about bronze wheels on gray?

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Old Nov 18, 2008 | 08:29 PM
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For the love of gawd... dont mod a versa.
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Old Nov 18, 2008 | 09:05 PM
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For the love of gawd... dont mod a versa.

it's too late....He's gone JDM
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Old Nov 18, 2008 | 10:13 PM
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^ I have a hatchback fetish.... All I want is rims and drop. BTW, HATED the fit. "fun factor" meh......
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Old Nov 18, 2008 | 10:51 PM
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Gee tee eeeyyyye
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 06:55 PM
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BTW, HATED the fit. "fun factor" meh......

Interesting, most of the reviews I've read have been positive on the fun factor of the FIT over its competition. But I haven't driven any of them...
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by stangg172004


it takes a real man to drive a rabbit...


Don't mind the ramblings of the ignorant. :wink:
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 07:05 PM
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Just to throw this out there for you synth..

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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
Don't mind the ramblings of the ignorant. :wink:

I drove a MazdaSpeed3 recently, does that count?
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by EuRTSX
Just to throw this out there for you synth..

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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 08:24 PM
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quick pic of the new whip.

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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 08:55 PM
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^ nice!
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 09:20 PM
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kinda look ok to me...but not that grand... :s
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 10:34 PM
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Congrats!
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Congrats bish
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