Just Bought A 2016 WRX To Compliment My 2014 FRS. Just Wanted To Think Out loud.

[DarkSunrise]

Good read. I feel very similarly about my other car, a 4-door mk6 GTI. As far as sporty cars go, it's pretty much the polar opposite of the FR-S:

- refined vs. raw
- turbo vs. NA
- FWD vs. RWD
- DSG vs. 6MT
- spacious vs. cramped

They help balance each other out, and similar to you I think I appreciate them more having owned them together.

[steeloyangster]

Originally Posted by raven1231

I'll likely be in the same position as you lol. I ordered a 2016 DGM WRX and it's supposed to come in the last week of August unfortunately.


More than likely I'll keep the FR-S as well, I just needed something more practical and slightly more professional looking. I'm going through the hiring process with the ATF and needed something other than the FR-S.

I'm not sure if you've had the chance to drive one yet but I think you'll really enjoy the contrast that both of these cars offer.

[raven1231]

Originally Posted by steeloyangster

I'm not sure if you've had the chance to drive one yet but I think you'll really enjoy the contrast that both of these cars offer.

Yeah my bro bought a 2015 WRX and I love it! Just don't care for the seating and shifter, but other than that I love it.

[steeloyangster]

Originally Posted by Tt3Sheppard

I'm in the same situation, I like the FR-S April through October. The rest is just a daily anxiety attack of getting home in one piece. Snow banks were really starting to kill me. Might just get a cheap beater 240 or bmw though.

Having another car to rely on other than the FRS to use daily is a huge bonus. I really did think about getting a really crappy beater for daily use but I didn't want to ever get stranded in the freezing cold or just the thought of possibly having to put a huge amount of money into an older car to keep it running just to get something newer later sounded wasteful to me.

[steeloyangster]

Originally Posted by raven1231

Yeah my bro bought a 2015 WRX and I love it! Just don't care for the seating and shifter, but other than that I love it.

You're right about that fucking shifter. Feels like you dropped a 2x4 into a barrel of butter. It's cable operated so what can you do right?

[steeloyangster]

Originally Posted by fitcious

is that saab on jacks?

Yeah, my neighbors are working on their car in the street. IDK why. Earlier today I was driving home and they extended their legs right into the middle of the street. Slowed way way down and revved up a bit to make sure they knew I was there and carefully drove around them. I'm not sure what they are fixing but it's been a 3 day affair now. I don't really talk to them but I can only imagine them looking over at my '14 FRS and BRAND NEW shiny WRX and being like "Fucking asshole."

[Teseo]

Which car is the "slut"?

[steeloyangster]

Originally Posted by CAMBAM_6

This is a good thread
I should go test drive a WRX....actually no I shouldn't do that I might leave with it lol

I try to make it a habit to not go looking for something to purchase and then create a use or need for. I usually wait for a need before I shop something. Keeps my wife sane and my wallet full.....er.

But I do think that you probably owe it to yourself to check out the newer FA20DIT. I think Subaru did a fantastic job with the engine and the totally usable torque down low vs the FRS's 5500 RPM peak torque. It's a blast to drive but in such a different way.

[steeloyangster]

Originally Posted by Teseo

Which car is the "slut"?

I have to say that I think the FRS is definitely the firey Red-Head. The WRX is the sexy brunette who wears glasses and a tight business suit. Too bad neither of them can get along in bed together.

[steeloyangster]

Originally Posted by Turbo95eg6

You can be honest with us, getting both cars stolen was an inside job right?

Haha. Anytime this comes up there is always someone there to speculate that. I loved my lil' Hondas and wish I still had them. They were very bulletproof despite the neglect I had for them because they were used vehicles.

Funny story: I was coming out of a Best Buy one day and was talking to a semi 'Shady' looking dude about my FRS. As soon as he turned on his car my phone synced to his headunit which was identical to the one in my stolen Honda. Not really thinking much I figured it synced because they were the same model and I just chuckled. On my way home I had the realization that that was probably my head unit and I should have asked him where he got it so I could possibly track down who stole my ride. If I come across him again I'll probably inquire.

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by steeloyangster

I have to say that I think the FRS is definitely the firey Red-Head. The WRX is the sexy brunette who wears glasses and a tight business suit. Too bad neither of them can get along in bed together.

[billyk]

OP: thanks for sharing. You're a lucky guy to own all that machinery.

For me, regarding the FRS ride characteristics and it's capability in the snow:

- Maybe it's b/c I grew up driving old VW bugs, I adore the lack of cushy suspension in the FRS. I endlessly enjoy the immediacy with the road. But, I do find that many passengers in my FRS tire of it. That's why there's a passenger door.

- I agree that the FRS can be adventurous in the snow - however with decent tires I find it surprisingly capable. But when the snow gets a bit deeper, I just call in to work and say "Not today".

[steeloyangster]

Originally Posted by billyk

OP: thanks for sharing. You're a lucky guy to own all that machinery.

For me, regarding the FRS ride characteristics and it's capability in the snow:

- Maybe it's b/c I grew up driving old VW bugs, I adore the lack of cushy suspension in the FRS. I endlessly enjoy the immediacy with the road. But, I do find that many passengers in my FRS tire of it. That's why there's a passenger door.

- I agree that the FRS can be adventurous in the snow - however with decent tires I find it surprisingly capable. But when the snow gets a bit deeper, I just call in to work and say "Not today".

I still feel in awe to own both of these cars together and feel, for a lack of a better term, blessed. I have a great and supportive wife that indulges me when she knows I'm passionate about something. I do still love all the characteristics of the FRS. It's just I had to have some time away from her to realize all the great she is capable of, all over again.

[ashtray]

I bought a BRZ to compliment my WRX wagon. The two are great and they are definitely different. I drive the WRX more just bc its more comfortable, more powerful, more practical, (and in my case) less pampered. (Ie I can park it anywhere and not worry about door dings, etc - bc its not a new car.)

My only issue though is I miss having a V8 - which is a problem I'm working on rectifying. My wife has her car - the Subarus are my play things!