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Some questions about the FRS
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First time post here. This is a great forum, lot of useful info and people with passions just like the E46Fanatics.com that I always go. I am looking for DD and am cross shopping among the 14' Mazda 3, 14' FRS Auto and (01-06) E46 M3. I have couple of questions and need your help/opinions. 1). Does BeSpoke come with better sound system (Upgraded speakers and subwoofer)? 2). Have your passenger ever complained about the noise level(hurt his/her ears) with the factory option TRD exhaust? I carpool with my lady 2 days a week so I afraid she can not get used to the exhaust sound. 3). Can FRS with auto tranny do drifting like FRS with stick? LA traffic is like a big parking lot but I still want to have some fun... Thanks 01' BMW 330i 12' MB C350 coupe (sold) 90' Celica st (sold) |
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You might want to try the manual if you can drive manual. The clutch is super soft compared to the R56 S I came from.
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Although not as great drifting an auto compared to a manual, I am still able to kick out the tail once in a while
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You can drift the AT, but it will be a little harder to initiate through weight transfer. You can't use the e-brake or do a clutch kick. I would highly recommend the MT, the clutch is very soft, very easy to live with in traffic.
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1) No upgraded speakers unfortunately. Bass will make your window switches rattle.
2) I can't speak for TRD exhaust but the stock one is nice once you get on it. 3) The automatic is fun, but you can't do the fun things in a manual like launch the car or rev at people because they walk/drive slow. You'll need the car in full traction control off to slide more... at stock the car already slides easily making aggressive turns.
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TRD exhaust is not too bad BUT... make sure you plug or remove the sound tube from the intake as it will quickly annoy a passenger (and probably you)
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1) For upgraded speakers and subwoofer go OEM+.
2) I have a friend with the TRD exhaust and it is certainly more bassy (ok that's not a word, but, I'm running with it), but, certainly not obnoxious. 3) To drift with Auto, one has to turn off VSC and Traction control by holding the off button for 3 seconds and is considerably easier in manual mode. After that, toss it into a corner and give her. Very doable. Much easier in rain or snow. |
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The new Mazda 3 was a close runner-up for me too! Beautiful fender flares!
I had never even considered an automatic until I test drove the FR-S, I've always owned manuals, but this is a really great little 6spd auto. To induce a drift though, you'll definitely need to either turn off all the driving aids or put the gearbox in "manual" mode. It's easy enough and very rewarding then. :-)
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She won't complain as much about the noise as the ride. It is not even close to soft or gentle, its pretty jarring, particularly for a passenger. I barely notice it as a driver, but a passenger (particularly trying to play on their smartphone) is going to complain about it.
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My wife doesn't complain, but I try to avoid or slow down for any pothole or bump more than 1". Even then, I get bounced around a fair amount.
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Also getting in / out of the car is not easy sometimes especially if in a tight dress I have been told.
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Hey man BeSpoke sucks, get the cheap stereo option, then rip it out and replace it with a Kenwood Nav. The stock speakers are decent enough so I would leave those. I run an amplified 10 inch Bazooka in the trunk and it sounds good. In my opinion going this way is the best bang for your buck!
And I would def go with the manual if you can, the auto is a straight dog. Almost dangerous getting on the hwy from on ramps. Reminds me of a 1999 4cy chevy S-10. And don't sweat the TRD exhaust, I have a cat back Borla and it's very similar to the TRD. Not loud enough to be annoying. Good luck with your decision!
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