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BrianJ 02-28-2014 12:51 PM

Miss getting 40-43 mpg's from my chevy sonic turbo 6mt but as far as driving dynamics no way and having 4 doors is nice sometimes also..

BlueDubbinTDI 02-28-2014 01:05 PM

I miss my APR stage 3+ 2004 GLI yes...

naikaidriver 02-28-2014 01:11 PM

I traded in my E46 BMW 325 Convertible for my FRS and I have never been happier. The only cars that I have had that I truly miss are my 96 Camaro SS Convertible and my 92 MR2 Turbo. Those were great cars.


Scott

azian_advanced 02-28-2014 01:19 PM

I sold my 95 Celica GT-Four just before I got the FR-S.
Thing was a beast in the snow and had plenty of power.
I plan to import another one in a year or two.

mackdaddytran 02-28-2014 01:22 PM

I had a 2005 Acura TL with all the Aspec goodies.

It was faster and more comfortable, but not as fun to drive as the 86. I really do miss all the luxuries though - things you take for granted. Memory seats, AWESOME factory nav/bluetooth, auto lock/unlock, voice commands, etc.

But all in all so far the 86 has been my favorite car I've owned so far.

edit: I still get to drive it sometimes since I gave it to my sister.

FReSh 02-28-2014 01:22 PM

I miss my old 98 prelude from high school, but the frs is definitely a step up!

IntotheOcean 02-28-2014 01:26 PM

I will never miss the unreliable engine of my grand prix

subiestyle 02-28-2014 01:27 PM

I still drive my older 11 year old sedan around. But the things I miss about the beater when I drive the new frs, I miss being able to park anywhere, being incognito when I drive, and just getting lost in my thoughts during the drive.

the shittier the car you drive, the more you feel like you own the road/parking lot.

TOZER 02-28-2014 01:28 PM

sometimes but not often
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sirsol66 02-28-2014 01:30 PM

I miss both of my evo's (VIII more than the X), as well as some of my early hondas. I kind of wish I had kept every single one of them, but hey, I love the FR-S as well so no complaints!

Slow_86 02-28-2014 02:35 PM

I do not really miss my 6mt G35 sedan. Had good power but the gas mileage was terrible.

I do miss my old Rsx type S. Wish i would have kept it.

N1rve 02-28-2014 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by humfrz (Post 1564347)
Well, sometimes I do miss being able to put the top down ....;)

humfrz

Is that a body in the passenger seat? Ms Humfrz #1? LOL :lol:

Came from a loaded Altima.... don't miss that thing at all.

FRSLOW 02-28-2014 03:55 PM

I had a 2007 350Z Touring before my 86. Sure, I miss the luxuries and the incredible exhaust note.. But I have amazing MPG in my 86 and it handles like a dream. 8)

DarkSunrise 02-28-2014 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by f0rge (Post 1564327)
Old car in sig.

I miss it terribly, the FRS is more nimble and "direct" feeling, but it cannot compare to the fit and finish and luxury the BMW had. That car would murder an auto-x and could be driven across the country in complete comfort and serenity.

Yeah the M3 is a rare mix of sport, practicality, and refinement. In terms of car marketing/design, it's achieved the trifecta. People pick GTIs over sportier hot hatches for the largely the same reasons. Just good all-around cars.

In comparison, the FR-S is pretty much one-dimensional. But damn is it fun on the right stretch of road or track :)


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