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Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-30-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 28,982
Posted By Bacon
The E30 M3 is plainly one of the coolest cars...

The E30 M3 is plainly one of the coolest cars ever made. Its one of the most focused cars BMW M ever put into production (for the sole reason of taking it racing). The numbers may be similar to the...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-04-2012, 07:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,636
Posted By Bacon
Since you live in Australia, hell yeah get that...

Since you live in Australia, hell yeah get that E36. Provided that you can keep up with the maintenance and parts costs. AND you guys don't get those comparatively anemic 240-hp faux-M engines we got...
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 09-04-2012, 06:45 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 14,812
Posted By Bacon
That empty box of Heineken explains a lot. :D

That empty box of Heineken explains a lot. :D
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 08-25-2012, 02:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 15,783
Posted By Bacon
Couple of months? The 2014 WRX wont start selling...

Couple of months? The 2014 WRX wont start selling until next summer.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 08-25-2012, 01:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 15,783
Posted By Bacon
Definitely a mule. They most likely went the easy...

Definitely a mule. They most likely went the easy route and took what was available to test the components in the real world.

The BRZ wore a Legacy body during early testing.
...
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 08-25-2012, 02:29 AM
Replies: 1,268
Views: 841,833
Posted By Bacon
Awesome choice in those STi BBS. Kinda tough to...

Awesome choice in those STi BBS. Kinda tough to find in that bolt pattern.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 08-11-2012, 11:35 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 26,185
Posted By Bacon
The only thing that really bothered me was that...

The only thing that really bothered me was that you cut the springs...Jesus, people still do that?! :thumbdown: Sure, all the comestic stuff you did--thats all good and well. But cutting springs just...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 08-08-2012, 09:34 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 17,368
Posted By Bacon
Awesome! Theres no better way to get acquainted...

Awesome! Theres no better way to get acquainted with a new car than a wet track day. :thumbsup:
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-07-2012, 02:04 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 54,208
Posted By Bacon
That burning smell is something all new cars do....

That burning smell is something all new cars do. Itll go away soon enough.



:eyebulge:
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 08-07-2012, 02:01 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 22,900
Posted By Bacon
If a BRZ STI had AWD it wont wear a WRX badge....

If a BRZ STI had AWD it wont wear a WRX badge. Thats strictly a trim level of the Impreza. Forester STIs and Legacy STIs didnt wear WRX badges.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 08-06-2012, 02:42 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 22,900
Posted By Bacon
I hope it comes out next year. I expect 240-250...

I hope it comes out next year. I expect 240-250 hp if it remains N/A. Maybe 270-290 if it has FI.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-06-2012, 02:32 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 54,208
Posted By Bacon
I dont own a BRZ or FR-S. Performance cars of...

I dont own a BRZ or FR-S. Performance cars of this price bracket generally make all kinds of noises.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-05-2012, 12:46 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 54,208
Posted By Bacon
Its a sports cars. Sports cars make noise....

Its a sports cars. Sports cars make noise. :thumbsup:
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 08-03-2012, 12:13 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 22,900
Posted By Bacon
Its not difficult to understand. They simply want...

Its not difficult to understand. They simply want a lightweight WRX (just like in the 90s) with a better chassis in regards to a turbo/AWD BRZ. The GC8 WRX weighed 2800 lbs. The current model weighs...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 08-02-2012, 08:21 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 22,900
Posted By Bacon
Knowing Subaru as of recently, they will respond...

Knowing Subaru as of recently, they will respond quickly. The 2008 WRXs were coldly received by the market so for 09 It received 30 extra horsepower and for kicks, the STI spoiler.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-30-2012, 10:46 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 37,442
Posted By Bacon
Yup the Cobalt SS turbo is no joke. Add on the...

Yup the Cobalt SS turbo is no joke. Add on the factory-supported upgrades and it only gets better. The OEM Stage 1 power kit brings it up to 280 hp / 320 tq.
...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-30-2012, 07:30 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 37,442
Posted By Bacon
The FD2 Civic Type-R is a seriously focused track...

The FD2 Civic Type-R is a seriously focused track machine. Look at the fastest lap times at Tsukuba during that Best Motoring shootout. Only 3 tenths slower than the NSX, about a tenth faster than a...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-27-2012, 11:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,555
Posted By Bacon
Feels nice to have supportive seats and a...

Feels nice to have supportive seats and a steering wheel that gives you feedback, doesnt it? :D
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-27-2012, 11:21 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,555
Posted By Bacon
I have been strongly contemplating on selling my...

I have been strongly contemplating on selling my STi to get into a BRZ. I suppose I too have to get my head checked. :bonk:
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-27-2012, 10:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,982
Posted By Bacon
Montego Blue ...

Montego Blue

http://www.iforgedlifestyle.com/images/me922.jpg

Galaxy Blue Silica

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y247/KyKiee/Subaru%20BRZ/20120703_184137.jpg

World Rally Blue
Forum: Member's Car Journals 07-27-2012, 07:13 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 29,655
Posted By Bacon
Awesome photos! The "Neverbeen" sticker made me...

Awesome photos! The "Neverbeen" sticker made me laugh, I have to get one myself! :D
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-27-2012, 12:49 AM
Replies: 189
Views: 95,728
Posted By Bacon
Silver or light gray always show off the lines of...

Silver or light gray always show off the lines of the car the best.

Satin White Pearl/Whiteout looks pretty good but I am not sure if I would want another white car after my STi. Not to mention...
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 07-26-2012, 09:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,352
Posted By Bacon
Wrong forum, but looking goood. :thumbsup:

Wrong forum, but looking goood. :thumbsup:
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 07-26-2012, 04:43 AM
Replies: 766
Views: 598,552
Posted By Bacon
Damn I am very tempted to get this over WRB if I...

Damn I am very tempted to get this over WRB if I get a BRZ. I always preferred and owned light-colored cars but this one might change my mind.

DGM always appeared to be too close to black so it...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 07-25-2012, 03:11 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 28,855
Posted By Bacon
I also have a stainless steel knob from WC...

I also have a stainless steel knob from WC Lathewerks on my car as well. I would definitely get another one if I buy a BRZ.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-25-2012, 12:17 AM
Replies: 222
Views: 59,746
Posted By Bacon
They all went extinct. :(

They all went extinct. :(
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 07-24-2012, 07:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,812
Posted By Bacon
I'd love to have a clean BMW clown shoe.

I'd love to have a clean BMW clown shoe.
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 07-24-2012, 07:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 63,307
Posted By Bacon
Almost every car forum I've been on uses...

Almost every car forum I've been on uses abbreviations for the color names. You'll get used to it.
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 07-23-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,515
Posted By Bacon
Well yeah... There were about 150 550...

Well yeah...

There were about 150 550 Spyders ever made and they were specifically built for racing. The 356 was a mass-production road car, at over 70,000 produced.

So of course the 550 nicer....
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 07-22-2012, 11:25 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 42,946
Posted By Bacon
Looks nice and the Enkei NT03s look good on it. ...

Looks nice and the Enkei NT03s look good on it.

But I can't help but be reminded of good ol' ESX...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3484/3873717042_cfe7373d5a.jpg
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