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06-10-2017, 08:53 AM | #1 |
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Totally off topic but... BRZ tS or Civic Type R? O_O
Soooooooo... am I the only one who has been eyeing for a BRZ either this year or 2018 all to turn 180 when they released the CTR? FWD vs RWD? Thoughts anyone? Totally different animals I know but for some reason my inner 8 year old is getting pulled towards the CTR.
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[Wrong forum area for this. Expect the thread to be moved.]
The CTR review embargo ends next week, so watch out for assessments later in the week - initial comments on social media look promising. If I lived in an area where abundant twisty roads were within a reasonable driving distance, I probably wouldn't be giving the CTR much attention and await the arrival of the PP BRZ in Canada (or splurge irresponsibly on a Miata RF). But I abide in the heart of Gridville, Ontario, where my driving pleasure has to be extracted from ruler-straight roads and highways, as well as traffic-laden right-angle intersections, with only the occasional on- or off-ramp available for relief. Within a few hours' drive there is only one tiny area with a few winding roads (in the Caledon hills) and that's by all accounts heavily policed. This context greatly increases the relative appeal of the Type R to me; its handling may not be quite as subtle but I'd get to enjoy real power, something I can make much more use of in my context. The R's highly adjustable suspension also holds appeal - it apparently can go from comfortable cruiser to track weapon at the flick of a drive mode switch thanks in large part to its advanced three-chamber adjustable shocks. Last edited by Sport-Tech; 06-10-2017 at 10:13 AM. |
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Both completely different cars. CTR costing more and more rare.
If you live in a big area, good luck finding one. CTR will be sold out most of everywhere. |
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I did look at replacing my BRZ a couple of years ago with the previous shape Type R the FK2, I'm not sure if you got that in the states. Anyway it was a very capable car and incredibly quick, the handling and driving dynamics were brilliant. I could happily have used it for the daily usage, the adjustable suspension did make a noticeable difference.
However it just lacked that extra feel you get from a twin (the RWD edge I guess), which is one of the reasons why I didn't end up buying one. The other was the cost at the time. Would I buy a new one? Yes if I needed a car with 4 doors and 5 usable seats.
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From what I've seen on the CTR forums it looks like this year's allocation is claimed already. Good chance I'm wrong since I don't traffic much there, just took a little peak inside a few days ago.
On the other hand, I've test driven a PP two times now and have come away deeply impressed. All of the little changes to indeed add up to more than a sum of their parts as indicated in a review that's floating around. The suspension is smoother than my 2015 while having sharper turn in. Subaru has really figured out their chassis setup with this car. |
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BRZ all the way. I just can't FWD. I can't.
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I hate the look of the new Hondas. BRZ all the way.
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My prediction for the CTR: in Canada, an order placed by the end of this year for a 2018 will be fulfilled in about 6-8 months - although you'll be paying full MSRP. Of course that may just be wishful thinking. Last edited by Sport-Tech; 06-10-2017 at 05:29 PM. |
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Alonso needs to carjack one of the CTRs on display at the Montreal F1 circuit for the race tomorrow - it would give him a better chance of actually making it to the finish line.
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the ctr is probably going to be the better car and performer but its also a lot more expensive. at least here in america i imagine.
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I am waiting for Subaru to have a BRZ Sti with 2.4L DIT and 340hp. Would be a much better car than CTR. But I won't mind to have Honda's MT.
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