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nice, I saw my first one on the road the other day... they sure do look good
So... I gotta ask. Which handles better- this or the MR2?
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The FR-S feels more confident in the turns - Likely a result of double wishbone suspension... and the whole brand new car thing. The MR2 would keep up in the turns though, and would definitely win in the straights. The FR-S is not a fast car.
Plus sides:
30's mpg on highway. The bulk of my commute - already seeing 34 vs 21 in the MR2.
$55.50/mo for full coverage insurance - versus $70/mo for liability on the MR2... and I am 25.
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Congrats! I was skeptical of the manual's lower mpg of the auto. Someone else that has one is averaging a little over 31 combined. I guess they expected manual owners to redline it.
Should post more pics when you have the chance, like the colour choice!
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
Gear ratios are shorter in the manual, which is why it has lower. I think the window sticker says combined MPG is 25. Hold on let me go grab it...
1991 MR2 - T-tops - Crimson Red - Gen3 3SGTE - Lots of moneyI'm not really an asshole, but I play one on the internet.**** Photobucket
Nice!!! Guess ill post mine up later!!!..
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QUOTE (95CelicaST @ Aug 26, 2012 - 3:25 PM)
>Gear ratios are shorter in the manual, which is why it has lower. I think the window sticker says combined MPG is 25. Hold on let me go grab it...
Strange, everyone that has the manual and drives like a sane person has been getting equivalent to the auto's rating. I'd go manual even with the lower mpg, it's just better that way.
I do know I want one really bad, especially with some of the parts that're supposed to come out for it.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
now i need to get one. hahaha
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Congratulations Matt!
I'm jealous, but you already know that, since I have to wait a couple of years to get mine. GBS is a really good color for this car and I'm happy for you. Your garage is full of win!
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QUOTE (Box @ Aug 26, 2012 - 4:22 PM)
>Strange, everyone that has the manual and drives like a sane person has been getting equivalent to the auto's rating. I'd go manual even with the lower mpg, it's just better that way.
I do know I want one really bad, especially with some of the parts that're supposed to come out for it.
why would you drive sane?
wait until you drive with vsc sport, if you have not had already. This car is definitely the car that will make hx for toyota
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QUOTE (Keiri @ Aug 26, 2012 - 4:07 PM)
>Congratulations Matt!
I'm jealous, but you already know that, since I have to wait a couple of years to get mine. GBS is a really good color for this car and I'm happy for you. Your garage is full of win!
I actually didn't end up getting GBS (Ultramarine). While that is what I ordered, I came upon a DGM (Asphalt) that was available, so I snagged it.
Now my FR-S and my girlfriend's tC are the same color
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I noticed you had Asphalt.
At least it's not red.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
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QUOTE (95CelicaST @ Aug 26, 2012 - 8:03 PM)
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QUOTE (Keiri @ Aug 26, 2012 - 4:07 PM)
>Congratulations Matt!
I'm jealous, but you already know that, since I have to wait a couple of years to get mine. GBS is a really good color for this car and I'm happy for you. Your garage is full of win!
I actually didn't end up getting GBS (Ultramarine). While that is what I ordered, I came upon a DGM (Asphalt) that was available, so I snagged it.
Now my FR-S and my girlfriend's tC are the same color
Damn, I didn't even pay attention close enough to realize it was Asphalt - the plus side being the color looks better on the FR-S than a tC. LOL
And no options at all, most of the ones floating in the SE region have tint and mats pre-loaded.
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They all come with floor mats at no additional cost. Tint will hopefully be done in the coming week.
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Two things: one, congratulations on the purchase. Secondly, I highly advise a less dated pic for your sig, that is not proper representation.
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Sooo, we can expect a project thread for it soon right?
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
Looks good! Can't wait to see it in person.
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soo your putting the isf motor in it right
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QUOTE (Stambo @ Aug 26, 2012 - 9:53 PM)
>soo your putting the isf motor in it right
Nah, he's going to find a STI engine to drop in it of course.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
No STI or ISF swaps. Keeping it stock more or less. Tint, 5AD lip spoiler, eibach springs, Opti-coat and a self healing clear bra on the whole hood, fenders, and bumper.
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The 5 Axis kit looks super cool, would definitely get it. I think TRD is in the process of releasing springs for it, among other things.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
TRD is rebranding H&R springs for it. I will likely just do the Pro-kit, because I don't want to sacrifice ride comfort.
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complement with this
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QUOTE (95CelicaST @ Aug 27, 2012 - 12:56 AM)
>TRD is rebranding H&R springs for it. I will likely just do the Pro-kit, because I don't want to sacrifice ride comfort.
You're young, ride comfort is irrelevant.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
ummmm... you've never ridden in my MR2. I have a stiff ride race car, I'm over it.
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I can understand that for a daily driver. I prefer a stiff ride in a car, just makes me more confident in driving it. Doesn't have to be racecar stiff, I'm sure the FR-S stock is more than enough. Looked at Eibach's site, they gave the drop rates but not stiffness. Noticed they have sway bars for it, and are working on coil-overs.
2001 Miata LS 5-speed
there is a bad rep about tein in the FT forums.. I am staying away
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Yeah I was following the tein saga on ft86club. I guess Toyota/Scion dealers can get tein as dealer option. I will likely be doing the Eibach prokit - or the Sportlines if they aren't too low/harsh.
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