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Bads1
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 05:09 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Was at the dealer yesterday. Thinking about trading in the Honda Element on a WRX. Took a 09 out for a ride. I really enjoyed it. Not just the power of it but a really solid car. Anyone here have one?? Just looking for feedback.
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Mr_grumpy
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 05:14 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Coppers use em here & in the UK as interceptors, must be some sort of recommendation.

Alternatively, a Mitsu Evo?
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Cityxslicker
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 05:16 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

oh, I thought you meant WR250X.... it is on my short list.
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Bads1
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 05:27 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I looked at the EVO but the WRX has more to offer now then before.
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Mr_grumpy
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 05:45 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)





They crash well apparently, Gendarmerie here have written off a few of them.
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Bads1
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 05:57 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I'll tell ya that lil engine pulls HARD !!! It rides pretty nice considering the set up. I owned a outback new in 2000. It was a great car. I guess I'm wondering about Turbo problems. I have some time to think. I test drove the hatch back. I like the sedan better and they are getting a charcoal grey one in.. in two week's. So then I will make my decision.
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Glitch
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 06:07 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Ratyson has one.
Great car!
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Wikid_intent
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 06:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

+1 Mr grumpy, lancer owner myself, awesome car!
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Rockstarblast1
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 06:37 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

sweet car but if i had the cash id go with a WRX STI both are fast and fun
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Ft_bstrd
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 06:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I want THIS:

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Froggy
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 06:51 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Cobalt SS Turbo : )

(Ok its ALMOST as good : ) )
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Ft_bstrd
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 06:55 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

356 RWHP
400 RWTQ

I'll take the bug.
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Bads1
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 06:59 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

The new WRX is now putting out 265 hp. Last years STI was only 280. The STI is nice but not 6 grand nicer to me.
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Barker
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 09:27 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

A while back I shot a few spots for subaru. After we got one "too muddy" they let my tool around in it

IIRC it was rated 300HP/300TQ 3000 lbs. Full set of brembos.

I almost peed my pants.

I wish I could justify a WRX as a grocery getter, but it looks like I will be buying an element. What is it with us buellers and our elements?
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Bads1
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 09:32 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Heck I've had my E for 5 years now..... time for a change.
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Ft_bstrd
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 09:35 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I was just looking longingly at an Element today.

If it was a little longer, it would be a pretty good bike hauler. Low deck. Removable seats.
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Bads1
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 09:38 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

It will haul a bike. Front tire goes between the front seats just slightly. Wanna buy mine? Not a scratch ding... never been in a accident and only 47,000 miles.
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Ft_bstrd
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 09:50 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I ain't buying jack for a little while.

I was eying Jimduncan69's at Buelltoberfest.
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Svh
Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 10:04 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Barker that sounds like an STI. Great car I do not own one but have driven an 07 and it was a blast
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Johnnylunchbox
Posted on Friday, May 01, 2009 - 07:44 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

My brother's got one of the early WRXs. With some mild tuning (performance exhaust, chip, and K&N) it should be rated at about 265HP from 227 stock. It's his daily driver and has over 100k miles on it without a single problem. I'd own one.
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Jimduncan69
Posted on Friday, May 01, 2009 - 08:17 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

every time i see a wrx they always turn my head. they look like such a fun car to drive. i also like the Mini Cooper's.
but i still love me Element. i have a also had my element for close to five years now. it has been the best vehicle i have ever owned. 4 wheeled that is. not to mention it will be paid off in a couple of months.
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Haus
Posted on Friday, May 01, 2009 - 08:30 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0s_s8bylne0&feature =PlayList&p=D8C4BBE59F2D87BC&playnext=1&playnext_f rom=PL&index=4

This is pretty wild.........
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Swordsman
Posted on Friday, May 01, 2009 - 09:00 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Funny thing... around here, every single WRX I have seen had been driven by a little old blue haired lady. I cannot fathom why.... what is it about the WRX that makes senior women think they would make great grocery-getters?

~SM
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Lovedabueller
Posted on Friday, May 01, 2009 - 09:54 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

i wonder what that bug does in the Quarter mile.

i would say high 11's low 12's

(Message edited by lovedabueller on May 01, 2009)
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Bads1
Posted on Friday, May 01, 2009 - 10:50 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I go tomorrow to work this out with the dealer. We'll see if it happens or not. Gotta get it certain number for my E and a certain number for the WRX. This is the color or the identical car.



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Ratyson
Posted on Friday, May 01, 2009 - 11:41 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Bads1,
I have a 2002 WRX Wagon. I love that car.
I have put about 95K miles on it, and have loved each and every one... Well, maybe not the ones that were spent in Atlanta Traffic every day.. but you get my drift.

I put a tow bar on it, and it tows the buell like a dream. I barely even know it's back there.

The ONLY thing that I don't like, is the fact that the AC kills the low rpm torque, but that is expected with a 4cyl 2.0 liter.
The newer WRX/STI is a 2.5 liter motor iirc. So you may not see that problem.. but when you take a drive, blast the AC and see how she reacts at low rpm.
Then, spin that turbo up and let er' rip!!

No problems with turbos either. I have been a member of the NASIOC forum since 03, and I can't say that I have ever seen an issue with the turbos. NASIOC is the biggest Subaru owners forum out there, and have plenty of tech info as well as just every day mundane info as well.

They do however, eat tires... but that might just be due to driver enthusiasm more than anything else!

It's like a bike with 4 wheels.

I didn't like the newer body style until I saw a new STI.... Now I really really want one.. But the current WRX is paid off, and still has plenty of go in her... I'll just keep driving it until it doesn't go anymore.

I hope you get a good deal!! Enjoy the car! They are fun.
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Sleez
Posted on Friday, May 01, 2009 - 11:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

ooohhh, wrx motor in a vw kit car!!! damn!!!!

gears turning!!!!

i have a manx dune buggy that would be killer in!!!
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Bads1
Posted on Saturday, May 02, 2009 - 09:22 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Well I went in and bought it this morning. I sold my Element yesterday to a Customer at the bar. Took all of 10 minutes for her to write the check. This thing is close to as fun as my bike.lol





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Americanmadexb
Posted on Sunday, May 03, 2009 - 12:29 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

NICE! all you need now is for Ken Block to show you how to drive it!

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Jimduncan69
Posted on Sunday, May 03, 2009 - 09:05 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

wow check out that christmas smile!!! you aren't excited at all where you Dana?....lol

congrats on the new car.
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Bads1
Posted on Sunday, May 03, 2009 - 06:40 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

wow check out that christmas smile!!! you aren't excited at all where you Dana?....lol

congrats on the new car.

Yeah I guess soooo. I've wanted one for years. My bike is still apart so this thing is giving me the kick's. I just can't really stomp on it yet. It has a break in period. I have to get a 1000 miles. Then....... party time. BTW are you making the trip to Homecoming this year???
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Jimduncan69
Posted on Sunday, May 03, 2009 - 08:01 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

i wish i could make it but it just isn't in the cards this year. i have a gig that weekend. we booked the gig 2 day's before they announced the dates for homecoming. but you better believe i will be there next year! have fun that new ride and stay safe!
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Ratyson
Posted on Thursday, May 14, 2009 - 05:39 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Hey Dana.. hit that break in mileage yet??

Congrats on the purchase! I'm sure you will enjoy it!

And you will have the added bonus of FUN IN THE SNOW come winter!
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Ratyson
Posted on Thursday, May 14, 2009 - 05:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Hey Dana.. hit that break in mileage yet??

Congrats on the purchase! I'm sure you will enjoy it!

And you will have the added bonus of FUN IN THE SNOW come winter!
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