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wbradley · 06-16-2018, 12:18 PM

I had a brand new GTI once. Paid $13K on the road with the optional crank sunroof. Great car for the time except if driven like I do my FR-S it would probably end up on its back (flipped).

My buddy in the same year bought a new Corolla GTS. I drove it a couple of times at his insistence and holy shit! WAY more fun car to drive at the time. It was probably under $14K

I digress lol

In the spirit of playfulness these twins are great cars in anupdated way and without the back seat. The GTI is in every aspect more practical and the entrance/exit is easier as well as the hatch, back seat, good interior for its class etc. Now compare say to a 2016 fully equipped FR-S or 86.

You would probably really enjoy an IS, although it might not make sense to you financially. I've never bought a heavily discounted new car before but it's supply/demand I guess.

Imagine a compact 4 door twin! Probably not since the IS fits the slot.

06-16-2018, 12:18 PM	#3
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