Anyone else cave in to another car?

[Godzpeed]

speaking of S2000, I think the 86 chassis is much more capable and controllable compare to the S2k.

S2000 is just too nervous and you really need to push it hard to get 100% out of it.

[carbonBLUE]

Originally Posted by Turbowned

Though I agree it's probably worth the wait, the Mustang GT performs like a BMW M3 for half the money, proving that you really don't need IRS to be a performance car.

Aside from the steering wheel and shift knob, that Mustang looks like a rental car interior to me. Blocky and unimaginitive; typical American car interior. The factory Recaro seats are a nice option, though! I'd definitely have to get one with them.

yeah but that live axle on real roads, is a pain in the ass, theres a few back roads my friend in his mustang cant follow me on at the same speeds i do them at because the lumps in the road unsettle his back end and the back end starts to misbehave and my celica has very worn shocks from tracking it and it doesnt unsettle one bit...

[Turbowned]

Originally Posted by civicdrivr

I almost caved and looked for a used 240 or S2k, but couldnt find an unmolested example at a decent price. And the insurance on the S2000 would kill me.

I found a few very nice examples near me for around $20k with less than 20k miles on them. Very, very tempting but I'm just not a Honda fan. I don't know what it is about Hondas that puts me off. I really like the S2000 but something about owning a Honda... I just can't do it. Same reason I had to get the Subaru; I refuse to be a Scion owner.

[mines13]

Originally Posted by Turbowned

I found a few very nice examples near me for around $20k with less than 20k miles on them. Very, very tempting but I'm just not a Honda fan. I don't know what it is about Hondas that puts me off. I really like the S2000 but something about owning a Honda... I just can't do it. Same reason I had to get the Subaru; I refuse to be a Scion owner.

Ironic, I feel about Subaru the way you feel about Honda. I would rather drive a Scion with it's stigma then a Subaru.

[Turbowned]

I like what the chap from Motor Trend said when comparing the V6 Mustang to the BRZ: "Now it might have the best live rear axle ever, but that's a bit like saying you're the healthiest guy in Intensive Care"

[Subie]

Originally Posted by Turbowned

I like what the chap from Motor Trend said when comparing the V6 Mustang to the BRZ: "Now it might have the best live rear axle ever, but that's a bit like saying you're the healthiest guy in Intensive Care"

Yeah, that bit was great! I'm glad this comparison got posted; I was really looking forward to it.

[YukiHachiRoku]

Originally Posted by Turbowned

I'm just not a Honda fan. I don't know what it is about Hondas that puts me off. I really like the S2000 but something about owning a Honda... I just can't do it. Same reason I had to get the Subaru; I refuse to be a Scion owner.

Delusional guy...what are you going to tell people when they say, "hey man nice Scion?" (when people say that to me I'll be like yeah, I'm enjoying my Lexus transmission, and fuel system!)

that's all...

[HotLavaMann]

Originally Posted by Turbowned

I found a few very nice examples near me for around $20k with less than 20k miles on them. Very, very tempting but I'm just not a Honda fan. I don't know what it is about Hondas that puts me off. I really like the S2000 but something about owning a Honda... I just can't do it. Same reason I had to get the Subaru; I refuse to be a Scion owner.

I owned an S2000 several years ago and all the only advice I would give is sit in the seats for a long time before you buy and make sure you're comfortable. The seats that are in the car are beautiful but things are so cramped that those are about the biggest seats that will fit. They hit me the wrong way and it was exceedingly uncomfortable after about five minutes. There are no after market seats that fit in the car except for the tiny track seats that would make it impossible for me to get in the car.

I felt stupid for buying the car but luckily sold it for about what I paid for it. If you fit, great... it's an awesome car (though I prefer the roominess of the FR-S). Just make sure you test it out really well before buying.

[alluringreality]

Originally Posted by HotLavaMan

Just make sure you test it out really well before buying.

Personally I think this quote applies to all cars, including the FR-S/BRZ.

[Turbowned]

Originally Posted by YukiHachiRoku

You sir, are delusional.

On what grounds? That I found two S2000's with <20k mi. for less than $20k or that I don't like Hondas? The last one I'll agree to. The first one, I found two 2004's.

[qbsacker93]

It had to be done, I just couldn't pass up on a brand new 25k GT stang in black. As much as I was wanting an FRS, the dealer lip service I recived from multiple dealers, along with the cluelessness just left a bad taste in my mouth. And don't even get me started in Subuaru; you would think I was purchasing a prestigious Ferrari Enzo. But I don't think this is the end of the line for me and this car. I'm sure I will be back. In the meantime, I have enjoyed lurking, and being part of the excitement of this car. I truly hope it works out for everyone who pruchases one!

[YukiHachiRoku]

Originally Posted by qbsacker93

It had to be done, I just couldn't pass up on a brand new 25k GT stang in black. As much as I was wanting an FRS, the dealer lip service I recived from multiple dealers, along with the cluelessness just left a bad taste in my mouth. And don't even get me started in Subuaru; you would think I was purchasing a prestigious Ferrari Enzo. But I don't think this is the end of the line for me and this car. I'm sure I will be back. In the meantime, I have enjoyed lurking, and being part of the excitement of this car. I truly hope it works out for everyone who pruchases one!

I feel you man, this is another reason I chose Scion over Subaru, because the Scion price is "fixed" and they wouldn't jerk me around as much as Subaru dealerships and their "over zealous market value markups".

I had a sales lady and she was really cool. Even though she didn't know what the car she was selling me, (or was even coming for that matter) I educated her and she seemed surprised, then offered me a job selling cars, and I was like "lol, no thanks, I already sold cars for a few years, and refuse to go back". It was by far the most stressful and difficult job I have ever had. And this is coming from a somewhat gear-head type aficionado.

I don't blame some of the members of this site for going to multiple dealerships both Scion and Suby just incase those jerks try to take crack their wallets...

[Allch Chcar]

I can see a lot of the similarities to the Twins when I'm driving me Mustang GT. The corner windows are useless, there is a huge blindspot and the mirrors are smaller than I'm used to but they work. Coming from a truck where I had great visibility it's a little unnerving. I love the low driving position, my dad drives an old Buick Regal coupe and I would say the Mustang seats are 10x better than the "Buick bench." The backseats are uncomfortable for my <6' stature but I fit, just barely. The steering is hit or miss, sometimes I feel in complete control, while sometimes it feels like somebody else is steering. The old foxbody Mustang is on the edge of what I consider acceptable in size and weight(mine is probably 3200lbs) and I am not going to try this again, "classic" parts are expensive $$$.

Definitely still considering a FRS/BRZ in the near future tho.

Originally Posted by Turbowned

On what grounds? That I found two S2000's with <20k mi. for less than $20k or that I don't like Hondas? The last one I'll agree to. The first one, I found two 2004's.

If you're stuck on the brand or badges you're looking in the wrong place. The S2000 is anything but a typical Honda.

[Exhaust]

Idk guys a 2006 STI for 15,000 at 60k miles is pretty tempting... saw that today at work on craigslist