Poll : Should Art Keep His Car? - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

ArthurS · 2004-07-29, 11:26 PM

Should I? Eh?

Seems with the new basically really cheap mods and spending the money for the 30k, some people think I should keep it. Needless to say, I am still testdriving 3 more cars (tomorrow actually), still might be a option and a cheap one at that.

Nick Koan · 2004-07-29, 11:28 PM

It looked pretty sick tonight, I must admit.

So, what cars are you test driving? Dodge Magnum? what else?

Kevin M · 2004-07-29, 11:30 PM

It's only money. Get the Legacy GT.

ArthurS · 2004-07-29, 11:32 PM

Magnum, G35, TL, and the Legacy (again).

ArthurS · 2004-07-29, 11:36 PM

Some Pics from Today:

Kevin M · 2004-07-29, 11:38 PM

Nice sun flares!

dknv · 2004-07-30, 07:25 AM

Remind me/us, what do you want out of your car?

Looking good, but I prefer a MT myself.

ArthurS · 2004-07-30, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dknv

Remind me/us, what do you want out of your car?

Looking good, but I prefer a MT myself.

Well, as you can tell with my 25k miles per year, I drive a lot. I like a car that is comfy but still quick and sporty. I don't think I will autocross with this car or if I get a new one, going to get a dedicated car so I don't beat up on the newer one. I would rather a MT if I get a new car. Gas milage is not that big of a issue, but hopefully better then 15

.

Umm.....and it has to come in black

Dean · 2004-07-30, 08:24 AM

Clear Bra, and keep the Wagon...

Track car... I continue to think the Miata is one of the best bargains for a track car.. You can get a fully race prepped Spec Miata for 10K or so and go bang doors, and you can get a late model one like Sue's for 15K or less, and you can spend as little as a couple K on an earlier 1.6

They are incrediably reliable, handle very well right out of the box, respond well to simple upgrades, and are just plain a hoot to drive... One of the best smile generators ever created IMHO

ArthurS · 2004-07-30, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dean

Clear Bra, and keep the Wagon...

Track car... I continue to think the Miata is one of the best bargains for a track car.. You can get a fully race prepped Spec Miata for 10K or so and go bang doors, and you can get a late model one like Sue's for 15K or less, and you can spend as little as a couple K on an earlier 1.6

They are incrediably reliable, handle very well right out of the box, respond well to simple upgrades, and are just plain a hoot to drive... One of the best smile generators ever created IMHO

I have been thinking about a miata....and also a Mr2. Wonder how the Mr2 would handle out there. One I am thinking was the 200-hp turbo version. The year before the new ugly ones.

MikeSTI · 2004-07-30, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArthurS

Magnum, G35, TL, and the Legacy (again).

Magnum = That thing got a "Hemi" jokes all the time, its big and ugly, gas what gas its gone, motor wont make it past 35,000 before you start to rebuild.

G35 = Super sexy but only fits 2? trust me those are not back seats. I would buy this car but might just get the 350Z instead as I think it comes with more sporty stuff

TL = why is this on the list? you want a Honda <shakes head> I'm sorry but thats a down grade from even the wagon

Legacy = YOU MUST BUY THIS CAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

sperry · 2004-07-30, 10:18 AM

I think you should hang on to the Wagon as a daily driver... it's got plenty of power, though some lag from the auto tranny... it's fairly comfortable... has decent cargo room... is partially paid for... and looks fucking awesome now that it's cleaned up and painted. Just get that bump out of the grill, get those headlights wired up properly (and if you really want to do it to it, I think I know how to fix the RHD pattern cut-off issue... it will involve taking the lights apart and cutting the metal guide in there). Finally toss on a set of 17" rims for the summer (I miss your formels man

). That thing is awesome!

The only reason not to keep the wagon... Legacy GT... 'cause it's everything you wagon is times 2.

All the rest of the cars mentioned are too expensive compared to what you'd be getting over the nice ass wagon you already have!

MattR · 2004-07-30, 10:24 AM

Ditto what Scott said, keep das wagon

ArthurS · 2004-07-30, 10:46 AM

That bump in the Grill is kinda odd. Hell, its only been on there for 4 days...wonder why it happened? Might go back to the good ol' STi genuine grill.

As for the lights, driving home was fun. I didn't realize how far up and to the left they were. I was definatly blinding people on the way back. I need to get those adjusted tonight.

Only issue I think I am going to have with the wiring is with the Foglights. I want the fogs to be able to be on when brights are on.

sperry · 2004-07-30, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArthurS

That bump in the Grill is kinda odd. Hell, its only been on there for 4 days...wonder why it happened? Might go back to the good ol' STi genuine grill.

I'm wondering if the headlights might be pinching it a little?

Also, the STi grill (w/o the STi logo!) would look great too... either way you should sell one or the other to Tyson, since he needs a grill to match his headlights.

ArthurS · 2004-07-30, 10:49 AM

As for Mike's post,

I am not going to go for the Magnum. I read a lot more about it last night and decided against it. The G35 is still a option, but it would kill cargo room. The TL is just sick with the 6-speed. Still going to go check that out also.

sybir · 2004-07-30, 10:59 AM

Keeeeeeeeep the wagon..........

Wagons rule!

In all seriousness, your car looks so clean, it'd be a shame to get rid of it for something with a lot less utility.

JC · 2004-07-30, 11:16 AM

Michael Hohl is running an add for all '05s a $1 over invoice. I dunno if it's BS but it's worth checking out. I vote for a GT wagon.

sperry · 2004-07-30, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JC

Michael Hohl is running an add for all '05s a $1 over invoice. I dunno if it's BS but it's worth checking out. I vote for a GT wagon.

I agree... keep your car or go LGT wagon!!

AtomicLabMonkey · 2004-07-30, 11:56 AM

LGT sedan. Wagons are for soccer moms.

ArthurS · 2004-07-30, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AtomicLabMonkey

LGT sedan. Wagons are for soccer moms.

I like wagons. The cargo space has proved useful many times.

sybir · 2004-07-30, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AtomicLabMonkey

LGT sedan. Wagons are for soccer moms.

I will kill you.

AtomicLabMonkey · 2004-07-30, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArthurS

I like wagons. The cargo space has proved useful many times.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sybir

I will kill you.

To each his own; I've never liked the way wagons of just about any kind look.

sybir · 2004-07-30, 12:11 PM

Fair enough, I'm not a fan of Mustangs after 95, hehe. To each his own.

sperry · 2004-07-30, 12:51 PM

Hey, here's a car you can both agree to hate.

View Poll Results: Should Art Keep His Car?
Yes, His current wagon is SICK	7	38.89%
No, He needs something with some Balls	6	33.33%
Maybe, Testdrive some others and see what to do.	5	27.78%
Voters: 18. You may not vote on this poll

2004-07-29, 11:26 PM	#1
ArthurS EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,707 Car: 2011 Chevy Battle Wagon	Poll : Should Art Keep His Car? Should I? Eh? Seems with the new basically really cheap mods and spending the money for the 30k, some people think I should keep it. Needless to say, I am still testdriving 3 more cars (tomorrow actually), still might be a option and a cheap one at that. __________________ Captain Murphy: I dub thee Sir Phobos, Knight of Mars, beater of ass. Be a hitter, babe.

2004-07-29, 11:28 PM	#2
Nick Koan JDM Cowboy Real Name: Nick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Somewhere Posts: 8,642 Car: 2015 Mazda 3	It looked pretty sick tonight, I must admit. So, what cars are you test driving? Dodge Magnum? what else? __________________ While a standard engine is powered by a belt connected to the crankshaft, a turbo engine runs on its own exhaust steam, making it more energy efficient. -- CNN

2004-07-29, 11:30 PM	#3
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	It's only money. Get the Legacy GT. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2004-07-29, 11:32 PM	#4
ArthurS EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,707 Car: 2011 Chevy Battle Wagon	Magnum, G35, TL, and the Legacy (again). __________________ Captain Murphy: I dub thee Sir Phobos, Knight of Mars, beater of ass. Be a hitter, babe.

2004-07-29, 11:36 PM	#5
ArthurS EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,707 Car: 2011 Chevy Battle Wagon	Some Pics from Today: Attached Thumbnails __________________ Captain Murphy: I dub thee Sir Phobos, Knight of Mars, beater of ass. Be a hitter, babe.

2004-07-29, 11:38 PM	#6
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	Nice sun flares! __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2004-07-30, 07:25 AM	#7
dknv EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: 39n53, 119w90 Posts: 2,698 Car: RX-8 Class: CS maybe	Remind me/us, what do you want out of your car? Looking good, but I prefer a MT myself.

2004-07-30, 08:24 AM	#9
Dean Señor Cheap Bastarde Real Name: Dean Join Date: May 2003 Location: $99 Tire Store Posts: 9,294 Car: $.04 STI Class: Fast,Cheap & Reliable=STI Deal, did somebody say Deal? Oh, Dean, yeah that's me.	Clear Bra, and keep the Wagon... Track car... I continue to think the Miata is one of the best bargains for a track car.. You can get a fully race prepped Spec Miata for 10K or so and go bang doors, and you can get a late model one like Sue's for 15K or less, and you can spend as little as a couple K on an earlier 1.6 They are incrediably reliable, handle very well right out of the box, respond well to simple upgrades, and are just plain a hoot to drive... One of the best smile generators ever created IMHO __________________ I am a Commodore PET --- Now get off my lawn you kids...

2004-07-30, 10:18 AM	#12
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	I think you should hang on to the Wagon as a daily driver... it's got plenty of power, though some lag from the auto tranny... it's fairly comfortable... has decent cargo room... is partially paid for... and looks fucking awesome now that it's cleaned up and painted. Just get that bump out of the grill, get those headlights wired up properly (and if you really want to do it to it, I think I know how to fix the RHD pattern cut-off issue... it will involve taking the lights apart and cutting the metal guide in there). Finally toss on a set of 17" rims for the summer (I miss your formels man ). That thing is awesome! The only reason not to keep the wagon... Legacy GT... 'cause it's everything you wagon is times 2. All the rest of the cars mentioned are too expensive compared to what you'd be getting over the nice ass wagon you already have! __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2004-07-30, 10:24 AM	#13
MattR El Matador Real Name: Matt Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 10,660 Car: 2012 Toyota Tacoma Class: ?	Ditto what Scott said, keep das wagon __________________ "Dallas..We have a problem.”

2004-07-30, 10:46 AM	#14
ArthurS EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,707 Car: 2011 Chevy Battle Wagon	That bump in the Grill is kinda odd. Hell, its only been on there for 4 days...wonder why it happened? Might go back to the good ol' STi genuine grill. As for the lights, driving home was fun. I didn't realize how far up and to the left they were. I was definatly blinding people on the way back. I need to get those adjusted tonight. Only issue I think I am going to have with the wiring is with the Foglights. I want the fogs to be able to be on when brights are on. __________________ Captain Murphy: I dub thee Sir Phobos, Knight of Mars, beater of ass. Be a hitter, babe.

2004-07-30, 10:49 AM	#16
ArthurS EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,707 Car: 2011 Chevy Battle Wagon	As for Mike's post, I am not going to go for the Magnum. I read a lot more about it last night and decided against it. The G35 is still a option, but it would kill cargo room. The TL is just sick with the 6-speed. Still going to go check that out also. __________________ Captain Murphy: I dub thee Sir Phobos, Knight of Mars, beater of ass. Be a hitter, babe.

2004-07-30, 10:59 AM	#17
sybir The Don Real Name: Aaron Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,097 Car: '97 Legacy / '05 FXT Class: low	Keeeeeeeeep the wagon.......... Wagons rule! In all seriousness, your car looks so clean, it'd be a shame to get rid of it for something with a lot less utility. __________________ Tact is for people who aren't witty enough to be sarcastic.

2004-07-30, 11:16 AM	#18
JC Ask me about dubs! Real Name: JC Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 2,895 Car: 2013 Triumph Speed Triple R	Michael Hohl is running an add for all '05s a $1 over invoice. I dunno if it's BS but it's worth checking out. I vote for a GT wagon. __________________ Actually, I am a rocket scientist.

2004-07-30, 11:56 AM	#20
AtomicLabMonkey Nightwalker Real Name: Austin Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Oshkosh, WI Posts: 4,063 Car: '13 WRX YGBSM	LGT sedan. Wagons are for soccer moms. __________________ "None of you seem to understand. I'm not locked in here with you.. you're locked in here with me."

2004-07-30, 12:11 PM	#24
sybir The Don Real Name: Aaron Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,097 Car: '97 Legacy / '05 FXT Class: low	Fair enough, I'm not a fan of Mustangs after 95, hehe. To each his own. __________________ Tact is for people who aren't witty enough to be sarcastic.

2004-07-30, 12:51 PM	#25
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	Hey, here's a car you can both agree to hate. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

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