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Old 11-27-2014, 02:13 PM   #43
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This isn't news, We knew from the get-go that a turbo version wasn't likely

they did say they planned on a power increase while also saying that the FA20 could get 50hp easily with non-turbo tuning.

So why is anyone shocked by this?
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This isn't news, We knew from the get-go that a turbo version wasn't likely

they did say they planned on a power increase while also saying that the FA20 could get 50hp easily with non-turbo tuning.

So why is anyone shocked by this?
WOW you guys are grumpy today!
Too much turkey?
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Old 11-28-2014, 12:00 PM   #45
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Turbos?? We ain't got no turbos!! We don't need no Turbos!! I don't have to show you any stinkin' turbos!!

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Turbos?? We ain't got no turbos!! We don't need no Turbos!! I don't have to show you any stinkin' turbos!!

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Does this officially mean that the cars is a bust?
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Does this officially mean that the cars is a bust?
Well, we may not see the same long life that the MX-5 Miata has enjoyed...
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No. This car is a bust!
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