would you feel comfortable buying a Mitsubishi right now?
01-09-2006, 08:40 AM
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if you don't like customer satisfaction at the Acura store, just try migrating over to Mitsu--they number one suck.
01-09-2006, 12:42 PM
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How's the reliability of the Evo?
I recall reading a long term test in one of the big 3 mags and they had nothing but bad things to say about how the car held together and felt after several k miles.
I recall reading a long term test in one of the big 3 mags and they had nothing but bad things to say about how the car held together and felt after several k miles.
01-09-2006, 12:53 PM
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everyone I've talked to who has had either the STI or evo has loved it and had zero problems
01-09-2006, 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by CLpower
GTO wins I believe
Now, puss out and get an auto or get the 6 speed?
Now, puss out and get an auto or get the 6 speed?
Are you buying new?
One transmission has gas guzzler tax the other doesn't. I can't remember which
01-09-2006, 05:46 PM
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manual does not
yes, will be buying new, not all 100% yet, but it's between the STi and the GTO and the GTO is at about 80%
yes, will be buying new, not all 100% yet, but it's between the STi and the GTO and the GTO is at about 80%
01-09-2006, 06:27 PM
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Originally Posted by CLpower
manual does not
yes, will be buying new, not all 100% yet, but it's between the STi and the GTO and the GTO is at about 80%
yes, will be buying new, not all 100% yet, but it's between the STi and the GTO and the GTO is at about 80%
Well then go manual, cheaper and more fun
01-09-2006, 06:29 PM
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The G35C was cramped, plus even when you punched it, it just didn't go anywhere
The Evo, well it's the Evo, thrill to drive, car was brand new so I didn't get on it hard.
STI, same story, but the car was a demo so I got to get on it, absolutely loved it, but it's just ugly as shit
GTO, as nice inside as the G35, gobs of torque, all over. LS2 V8
Handled a lot better then the 04 I drove as well.
The Evo, well it's the Evo, thrill to drive, car was brand new so I didn't get on it hard.
STI, same story, but the car was a demo so I got to get on it, absolutely loved it, but it's just ugly as shit
GTO, as nice inside as the G35, gobs of torque, all over. LS2 V8
Handled a lot better then the 04 I drove as well.
01-09-2006, 06:57 PM
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sitting here, I now want the G35C again 
it's just so good looking
GTO is still ahead though :lol:
it's just so good looking
GTO is still ahead though :lol:
01-09-2006, 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by CLpower
sitting here, I now want the G35C again
it's just so good looking
GTO is still ahead though :lol:
it's just so good looking
GTO is still ahead though :lol:
Meh... it's the least performance out of any of your options.
01-09-2006, 10:51 PM
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W/ the state they are in? We went to the autoshow yesterday and I again fell in love w/ the Evo
01-09-2006, 11:00 PM
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Originally Posted by CLpower
The G35C was cramped, plus even when you punched it, it just didn't go anywhere
The Evo, well it's the Evo, thrill to drive, car was brand new so I didn't get on it hard.
STI, same story, but the car was a demo so I got to get on it, absolutely loved it, but it's just ugly as shit
GTO, as nice inside as the G35, gobs of torque, all over. LS2 V8 Handled a lot better then the 04 I drove as well.
The Evo, well it's the Evo, thrill to drive, car was brand new so I didn't get on it hard.
STI, same story, but the car was a demo so I got to get on it, absolutely loved it, but it's just ugly as shit
GTO, as nice inside as the G35, gobs of torque, all over. LS2 V8
Handled a lot better then the 04 I drove as well.
at the front. But I grew to love it very quickly.
01-09-2006, 11:03 PM
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The Evo is the only model I would consider. Other than that, I wouldn't consider any of the other models.
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I'd take the STI over an EVO anyday. At first I was at the front. But I grew to love it very quickly.
at the front. But I grew to love it very quickly.
01-10-2006, 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
The only thing that worries me is the GM quality.
I've heard horror stories about the first ones that came out. Have they made substantial improvements?
I've heard horror stories about the first ones that came out. Have they made substantial improvements?
the fit and finish is better then all the cars i've mentioned including the G35 IMO. GM doesn't ever really touch the cars, they are all made in australia. Go check one out steve, let me know what you think
01-11-2006, 11:10 AM
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Okay GTO it is, can't decide if I want a stick or auto though. This will be my first stick car
01-11-2006, 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by CLpower
Okay GTO it is, can't decide if I want a stick or auto though. This will be my first stick car
Kinda surprised your even considering the AT. Get the stick.
01-11-2006, 11:31 AM
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well, I am too, I just realize somedays my commute is 30 minutes and clear, some days it's an hour and a half stop and go. I'll admit, while I can drive stick, I'm not great at it and haven't ever driven a stick car for a day solid, just quick in and outs.
Also, Adrienne can't drive stick (which can be a good and bad thing), but I plan on teaching her
Also, Adrienne can't drive stick (which can be a good and bad thing), but I plan on teaching her
01-11-2006, 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by CLpower
well, I am too, I just realize somedays my commute is 30 minutes and clear, some days it's an hour and a half stop and go. I'll admit, while I can drive stick, I'm not great at it and haven't ever driven a stick car for a day solid, just quick in and outs.
Also, Adrienne can't drive stick (which can be a good and bad thing), but I plan on teaching her
Also, Adrienne can't drive stick (which can be a good and bad thing), but I plan on teaching her
Its a sin IMO to saddle a 400HP Sports car with a 4 speed automatic.
And besides, after a week its second nature. You'll be drinking coffee and eating at the same time.