2013 Honda Civic Si Sedan vs 2013 Subaru BRZ - Page 11 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

blackraven1425 · 06-07-2013, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by RurumariGhost

WE'RE NICER????? Wow will wonders never cease! Glad to see you came to a decision you can live with...again.

Working in the social media industry in the moderation department, I tend to have a good handle on communities, and this is definitely one of the better ones out there. Part of it is that communities based around a single thing, like a specific car or game tend to be better than less-well-defined communities like 4chan or Reddit, but for some reason ft86 is even better than that more specific average.

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thill · 06-07-2013, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Neo Zuko

A very outdated post of mine you quoted, much has changed since. I discovered I missed that little RWD slide hop around corners, I have come to loath the Si suspension and uncomfortable seats, and I found that utility doesn't put a smile on your face, a perfect Honda shifter is only so important, and a nice K series engine isn't everything (ESP without headers). The worst part is the Si's steering is far too squirrelly on the highway - I find it to be dangerous to change a radio station even.

It's not the destination, but the journey that matters most

Glad you are back. Enjoy! Have you picked up the new ride yet and I am curious how you did with your trade-in.

Neo Zuko · 06-07-2013, 05:51 PM

Not yet as I'm still preparing. I've returned all warranty extras on my current loan and I'm waiting for that to adjust this month. I've been doing about 30 hours a week overtime - time and a half plus an extra $150 a day bonus for overtime days. I'd wager 6-8 more weeks should do it. I may order in a BRZ now, or wait to hear news on the 2014 BRZ or a 2014 BRZ STI.

The good thing is that I didn't lose much on the first trade in, but I'll see just how much Subaru offers for the Si. I have an idea as Ford offered me 19K-ish for it a month ago as I was looking at a Focus ST at the time. The ST is not on the table anymore of course, I'm gunning straight for a WRBP BRZ Limited with the trunk tray, chrome side accents, chrome gas cap, and the auto dimming mirror.

My Birthday is Aug 25th. I plan on having my present by then or at least all ordered up. I don't think the 2014 BRZ will be all that different as to affect my plans, just as long as I get one of those new chirp free editions coming off the assembly line now. Plus the BRZ STi is most likely too expensive for me anyhow, or at least longer to afford than I'd like to wait. I figure I can do the STi like upgrades myself.

Razz · 06-10-2013, 12:02 AM

As long as you don't drive the FRS hard and blow up the engine you should be fine.

Demandred7 · 06-10-2013, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Neo Zuko

Well I have to eat some crow here. I decided to grab me a BRZ Limited after all. I'll have it soon.

While I was really not liking several things about the BRZ, I realized that its particular set of issues is the most acceptable for the money and performance involved. And I miss it. The Si had issues worse than the BRZ. So I decided to stop chasing perfection and go back to the BRZ. I won't get more into it than that, and I'd appreciate if you guys didn't give me a hard time, its just a journey I had to go on, but I'll be back in the club soon. Not very long at all. It's amazing what massive amounts of overtime can accomplish while your single with no kids.

Ouch, I think it is your bank account that will be eating the crow. I admire your admission. There are many people that would just simply drop off the forum radar. Congrats for coming back.

Jinzen · 06-10-2013, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Neo Zuko

Not yet as I'm still preparing. I've returned all warranty extras on my current loan and I'm waiting for that to adjust this month. I've been doing about 30 hours a week overtime - time and a half plus an extra $150 a day bonus for overtime days. I'd wager 6-8 more weeks should do it. I may order in a BRZ now, or wait to hear news on the 2014 BRZ or a 2014 BRZ STI.

The good thing is that I didn't lose much on the first trade in, but I'll see just how much Subaru offers for the Si. I have an idea as Ford offered me 19K-ish for it a month ago as I was looking at a Focus ST at the time. The ST is not on the table anymore of course, I'm gunning straight for a WRBP BRZ Limited with the trunk tray, chrome side accents, chrome gas cap, and the auto dimming mirror.

My Birthday is Aug 25th. I plan on having my present by then or at least all ordered up. I don't think the 2014 BRZ will be all that different as to affect my plans, just as long as I get one of those new chirp free editions coming off the assembly line now. Plus the BRZ STi is most likely too expensive for me anyhow, or at least longer to afford than I'd like to wait. I figure I can do the STi like upgrades myself.

Not chirp free. I got mine 2 weeks ago and it's a chirper.

jeffchap · 06-10-2013, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Jinzen

Not chirp free. I got mine 2 weeks ago and it's a chirper.

What is the build date? It's on a placard inside the driver's door. Mine was built 3/13, and no chirping so far.

thill · 06-10-2013, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by jeffchap

What is the build date? It's on a placard inside the driver's door. Mine was built 3/13, and no chirping so far.

I will have to check the build date of mine but it is not a chirper so far either and I have been listening for it

Neo Zuko · 06-10-2013, 03:26 PM

My dealer said to wait until this week for possible 2014 order info.

Neo Zuko · 06-10-2013, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Demandred7

Ouch, I think it is your bank account that will be eating the crow. I admire your admission. There are many people that would just simply drop off the forum radar. Congrats for coming back.

Hey, I like my nickname!!! It is what it is, a few grand lost, life moves on. At least this time I can get a (hopefully) chirp free edition fresh of the line (4 month wait) and the Limited trim (my last one was a Premium).

#87 · 06-10-2013, 03:30 PM

hmm I drove a 2011 Si 1200 miles in 1 day, I'd say the seats are as comfortable or more comfortable than the 86. Never drove my BRZ that long straight though so can't say definitively.

Neo Zuko · 06-10-2013, 03:33 PM

It's the lumbar, it pushes in my mid back and the bolster amount is too weak to really bolster me much in the turns. That's the 2013 9th gen seats.

It should be noted that the 2011 is the 8th gen, which I have also owned. Far superior seats. Far superior everything really except for interior material quality and stock torque. Both shifters are excellent however.

Demandred7 · 06-10-2013, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Neo Zuko

Hey, I like my nickname!!! It is what it is, a few grand lost, life moves on. At least this time I can get a (hopefully) chirp free edition fresh of the line (4 month wait) and the Limited trim (my last one was a Premium).

I guess I got lucky with mine, as soon as I switched to non-ethanol gas, my chirping (I called them crickets) went away. Some have retained their crickets regardless of gas used, but, it worked for me.

Chee-Hu · 06-14-2013, 06:48 PM

With all this SI talk, I thought I'd start seeing folks owning the late 80's and early 90's SI. Come to find out ya'll are talking about the newer ones. I'd love to get my 92 Milano Red SI again if I can find one in stock form.

06-07-2013, 05:51 PM	#143
Neo Zuko Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: Future BRZ Limited Location: NJ Posts: 92 Thanks: 0 Thanked 22 Times in 13 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Not yet as I'm still preparing. I've returned all warranty extras on my current loan and I'm waiting for that to adjust this month. I've been doing about 30 hours a week overtime - time and a half plus an extra $150 a day bonus for overtime days. I'd wager 6-8 more weeks should do it. I may order in a BRZ now, or wait to hear news on the 2014 BRZ or a 2014 BRZ STI. The good thing is that I didn't lose much on the first trade in, but I'll see just how much Subaru offers for the Si. I have an idea as Ford offered me 19K-ish for it a month ago as I was looking at a Focus ST at the time. The ST is not on the table anymore of course, I'm gunning straight for a WRBP BRZ Limited with the trunk tray, chrome side accents, chrome gas cap, and the auto dimming mirror. My Birthday is Aug 25th. I plan on having my present by then or at least all ordered up. I don't think the 2014 BRZ will be all that different as to affect my plans, just as long as I get one of those new chirp free editions coming off the assembly line now. Plus the BRZ STi is most likely too expensive for me anyhow, or at least longer to afford than I'd like to wait. I figure I can do the STi like upgrades myself. Last edited by Neo Zuko; 06-07-2013 at 06:16 PM.

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06-10-2013, 12:02 AM	#144
Razz Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: Fast Location: United States Posts: 480 Thanks: 64 Thanked 101 Times in 71 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	As long as you don't drive the FRS hard and blow up the engine you should be fine.

06-10-2013, 03:26 PM	#149
Neo Zuko Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: Future BRZ Limited Location: NJ Posts: 92 Thanks: 0 Thanked 22 Times in 13 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	My dealer said to wait until this week for possible 2014 order info.

06-10-2013, 03:30 PM	#151
#87 I usually post drunk Join Date: Oct 2009 Drives: BRZ Location: NY Posts: 1,487 Thanks: 15 Thanked 490 Times in 231 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	hmm I drove a 2011 Si 1200 miles in 1 day, I'd say the seats are as comfortable or more comfortable than the 86. Never drove my BRZ that long straight though so can't say definitively.

06-10-2013, 03:33 PM	#152
Neo Zuko Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: Future BRZ Limited Location: NJ Posts: 92 Thanks: 0 Thanked 22 Times in 13 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	It's the lumbar, it pushes in my mid back and the bolster amount is too weak to really bolster me much in the turns. That's the 2013 9th gen seats. It should be noted that the 2011 is the 8th gen, which I have also owned. Far superior seats. Far superior everything really except for interior material quality and stock torque. Both shifters are excellent however.

06-14-2013, 06:48 PM	#154
Chee-Hu Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: BRZ Location: Elk Grove, CA Posts: 964 Thanks: 360 Thanked 323 Times in 221 Posts Mentioned: 12 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	With all this SI talk, I thought I'd start seeing folks owning the late 80's and early 90's SI. Come to find out ya'll are talking about the newer ones. I'd love to get my 92 Milano Red SI again if I can find one in stock form.

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