Ditch Evo X for FR-S or wait?

[evostanman]

Hello all!

I'm fairly new to this forum but loving it already. Now, on to my thoughts!

I'm debating on either trading in my X for an FR-S or sticking out the remaining 2 years I have left and finally owning it. Any advice helps out a lot so pour them in!

Reason why I'm thinking of trading my X is because of high monthly payments ( and the fact that I just got engaged to my lovely GF of 6 years)

My payments are $630 per month + gas$ + $110 insurance, not a lot left over for savings for my wedding/spending. I knew I was going to be paying this amount when I signed my soul away to the dealer 2 years ago but lately I've been struggling financially, living paycheck to paycheck is hard nowadays. I have a 26 months left till I finally pay off my car.

The FR-S lacks power and we all know that BUT... i'm sure it's been proven that with a simple turbo kit by Greddy or FB, this can easily get "fixed", IMO.

By getting the FR-S, my payments would significantly drop and I would have cash left over... I'm in love with the body style of the 86. If I do decide to get it, I will for sure do the rocket bunny conversion because it's been something I've always wanted to do. That wide body with wide wheels is pure sex!

I love my evo very much too. Power is there (350WHP), handles great, looks like it's going to kill you and has 4 doors. Some friends are advising me to stick it out and wait for a turbo version FR-S as a second car. (if it ever comes out)


What do you guys think? Wait and pay 2 more years or trade?


Thanks for reading,

Stan

[Tcoat]

I think you may have a long wait for a turbo FRS.
You say "we all know it lacks power" but have you drove one yet?
It certainly does lack power compared to an Evo and if you want to point and mash then you will be greatly disappointed.
By the time you mess around with a turbo you would probably break even on what you are paying now.
If I had an Evo (I could have but since I chew up cars during my long commutes I never felt good about destroying one for what they cost here) I would be keeping it and paying it off. They are going to go nowhere but up in value when they become an endangered species in a couple of years.

[ChrisV]

I had an Evo X GSR, and now have an FR-S. The Evo had power everywhere, and was special in a different way. The FR-S is a much more pure driving experience, and is actually more fun on the street. It's that whole "slow car fast" thing.

The mileage is also 50% better. That doesn't suck.

The only time you really notice how underpowered the FR-S is is when you're trying to pass someone. Just driving it feels good.

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[White64Goat]

Get rid of the X, then get a wife................not sure you'll be saving any money.........

[STV3]

If you can ride it out just keep the EVO. Sure you can turbo charge the FRS, but are you going to be ok with the car not being on the road when something goes wrong?

Having a car that comes turbo charged from the factory and turbo charging an NA car are two completely different worlds.

[campy]

If you really want a turbocharged FRS, you can buy a used one for $21k, then buy a turbo kit with all the necessary reliability/supporting mods for about $8k (including labor).

Granted you probably wouldn't be able to finance all the aftermarket parts (though some companies let you), but $29k all in is still cheaper than an Evo.

Honestly though, I was about to buy a turbo kit but the reliability issues worried me, so I got a supercharger instead. Maybe you should just consider a different car if you still want a turbo. Also, going from 4 doors to 2 doors makes you realize how nice it is to have usable rear seat. I know this from experience.

[Brndn704]

Who teaches you guys about finances!? Jesus. You're gonna get rid of a car that is half way paid off? Say you do buy an FR-S and want to turbo it, thats around $3k-5k then Rocket bunny is another $5k+ to paint and install, then wheels to fit the wide body is another $2k+. Why not put all that money on the Evo and have a paid for car if you're living paycheck to paycheck?

I can't believe some of the questions on this site anymore.

[Shady195]

Keep the EVO till its paid off.

[raven1231]

I went from and EVO 8 to the frs and ill tell you now eventually you will miss the boost. The car is wonderful but its quite a jump power wise. And turboing your frs as others mentioned will probably be more of a headache than the EVO.

[N1rve]

By the time you add the turbo..the rocket bunny...the other mods... you'll be spending more than paying off that Evo X.

[calmtigers]

Originally Posted by N1rve

By the time you add the turbo..the rocket bunny...the other mods... you'll be spending more than paying off that Evo X.

this.

If you're looking to start saving sell the X pick up a corolla and chill until you can afford fun car again

[evostanman]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

I think you may have a long wait for a turbo FRS.
You say "we all know it lacks power" but have you drove one yet?
It certainly does lack power compared to an Evo and if you want to point and mash then you will be greatly disappointed.
By the time you mess around with a turbo you would probably break even on what you are paying now.
If I had an Evo (I could have but since I chew up cars during my long commutes I never felt good about destroying one for what they cost here) I would be keeping it and paying it off. They are going to go nowhere but up in value when they become an endangered species in a couple of years.

Very true, I have yet to drive one.

Thanks!

Originally Posted by ChrisV

I had an Evo X GSR, and now have an FR-S. The Evo had power everywhere, and was special in a different way. The FR-S is a much more pure driving experience, and is actually more fun on the street. It's that whole "slow car fast" thing.

The mileage is also 50% better. That doesn't suck.

The only time you really notice how underpowered the FR-S is is when you're trying to pass someone. Just driving it feels good.

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I keep seeing this on the internet. If I do, it will be my first RWD car.

Originally Posted by White64Goat

Get rid of the X, then get a wife................not sure you'll be saving any money.........

She just graduated from nursing school (RN) and will be taking the license exam next month... her income + mine = saving $ is secure

Originally Posted by STV3

If you can ride it out just keep the EVO. Sure you can turbo charge the FRS, but are you going to be ok with the car not being on the road when something goes wrong?

Having a car that comes turbo charged from the factory and turbo charging an NA car are two completely different worlds.

Very true, thank you.

Originally Posted by campy

If you really want a turbocharged FRS, you can buy a used one for $21k, then buy a turbo kit with all the necessary reliability/supporting mods for about $8k (including labor).

Granted you probably wouldn't be able to finance all the aftermarket parts (though some companies let you), but $29k all in is still cheaper than an Evo.

Honestly though, I was about to buy a turbo kit but the reliability issues worried me, so I got a supercharger instead. Maybe you should just consider a different car if you still want a turbo. Also, going from 4 doors to 2 doors makes you realize how nice it is to have usable rear seat. I know this from experience.

reliability issues would be my main concern too... Thank you.

Originally Posted by Brndn704

Who teaches you guys about finances!? Jesus. You're gonna get rid of a car that is half way paid off? Say you do buy an FR-S and want to turbo it, thats around $3k-5k then Rocket bunny is another $5k+ to paint and install, then wheels to fit the wide body is another $2k+. Why not put all that money on the Evo and have a paid for car if you're living paycheck to paycheck?

I can't believe some of the questions on this site anymore.

Yeah silly questions like this one are everywhere and sometimes deserve a

Was just a thought but will certainly keep my evo until it's paid off.

Thank you all for your input.

[tyrantcf]

Holy fuck at that monthly payment!

Evos do have ridiculous resale though, you could end up coming out alright if you sold it.

I'd go with a lightly used 86 though, and throw a big chunk of money on the down payment.

[strat61caster]

Financially smart thing to do: Sell Evo, buy a beater car with cash, no more payments, save for FR-S get finances stable, buy FR-S in 2-3 years used for ~$15k.

Lots of fun beaters depending on budget, Miata, Integra, Mazda3, old WRX, GTI, Civic SI, Mustang, etc.