By matmanx1 Go To PostI'm a little disappointed not to see the Macan facelift at Geneva. It's been hinted at for a while and there are certainly enough spyshots out there in the wild. Seeing as the Macan GTS is one of the top vehicles on my list the timing of the facelift (and the availability of the facelifted GTS) is going to be fairly relevant to my interests.
The word is that the Porsche developed 3.0 twin turbo V6 is going to be dropped for the Audi 2.9 single turbo V6 and I can't say I am too happy about that, either, unless Porsche sprinkles some secret sauce on it. The 3.0 likes to rev and has been pretty trouble free although it is a thirsty motor.
What? Noooooo...
The Macan is/was gonna be my next car...
So, tires are balding on the R. Not surprised, I hated those shitty ass Pirellis. I have new Super Sports sitting in my garage - they look so delicious. They're going to get mounted when the wheels get powdercoated dark gray.
But anyway, I picked up the XKR today, spark plugs and filters were done, and new supercharger snout too. Drove home in bumper to bumper traffic, so didn't get a chance to open up. But, throttle is MUCH smoother now - which I largely might attribute to new air filters, as old ones were never changed (car has 37K on it now).
Also, test drove an E-Pace. After having that QX30 for a few days and really disliking it, the E-Pace is a massive step forward. It crushes the QX30 and GLA250 cousins. It makes them look and feel awful, by comparison. Leagues ahead simply by virtue of drivetrain refinement. The Ingenium 2.0T is a buttery smooth motor, and I test drove the P250 variant. I really liked the interior too, and the giant ass 10.5" touch screen is standard and EXTREMELY responsive. I was flicking it left and right between screens just to see if I can get it to stutter.
Anyway, only two years newer than my more expensive XF...the cheaper E-Pace has an improved and better center display. The value you get out of a Jag today is simply ridiculous.
But anyway, I picked up the XKR today, spark plugs and filters were done, and new supercharger snout too. Drove home in bumper to bumper traffic, so didn't get a chance to open up. But, throttle is MUCH smoother now - which I largely might attribute to new air filters, as old ones were never changed (car has 37K on it now).
Also, test drove an E-Pace. After having that QX30 for a few days and really disliking it, the E-Pace is a massive step forward. It crushes the QX30 and GLA250 cousins. It makes them look and feel awful, by comparison. Leagues ahead simply by virtue of drivetrain refinement. The Ingenium 2.0T is a buttery smooth motor, and I test drove the P250 variant. I really liked the interior too, and the giant ass 10.5" touch screen is standard and EXTREMELY responsive. I was flicking it left and right between screens just to see if I can get it to stutter.
Anyway, only two years newer than my more expensive XF...the cheaper E-Pace has an improved and better center display. The value you get out of a Jag today is simply ridiculous.
Speaking of value with Jags, I just found out the other day that they pay for all scheduled maintenance for the duration of the factory warranty on any leased vehicle. I don't think I want to do any leasing but still, that's a heck of a deal.
By burgerdog Go To PostIf you are talking about the 2.9 biturbo engine that the new RS5 is using, that was co-developed with Porsche.Yeah, I think it's the same motor and I'm sure that Porsche wouldn't put an inferior motor in one of their vehicles but I'm pretty sure that Audi took the lead on the development of that V6. I know the base Macan, for instance, uses the VW GTI motor with some tweaks. I'm sort of expecting the same if (and when) the 2.9 replaces the 3.0.
Theoretically it is more efficient and can handle more boost but I'm in the camp that already thinks the Macan GTS is already quick enough and at that point I would rather have the motor with more character and eagerness to rev, which the 3.0 is.
By reilo Go To PostThat's pretty standard iircCould be wrong here (since I was reading an article from a few years ago) but:
Porsche doesnt
Mercedes doesnt
Alfa Romeo doesnt
BMW does
Jag does
Audi - I don't remember
By reilo Go To PostThat's pretty standard iirc
Not anymore. Not only does Jag do it, they're the only ones. And they also do it for 5 years/60K miles. That's the warranty for a Jag and maintenance coverage. BMW is now 3/36. Mercedes and Audi are 4/50.
Then there's the Jaguar CPO, which is 2 years and has the largest coverage of items. Jaguar literally covered my exhaust flap squeaking when shutting off the car (and it was barely audible)...and I didn't even ask them to. Headlights on my Jaguar had some clear peel...they resurfaced my lenses and applied Xpel Ultimate Pro. This is why I'm a Jaguar fanboy, their customer service is absolutely second to none short of probably Rolls Royce. Hell, I've heard nightmares about Ferrari dealers. And when I was having annoying issues with my XF, they gave me $3000 as a gesture to retain their business.
Then there's Mercedes CPO, a pathetic 1 year and has the most limited coverage I've ever seen. Audi is an adequate 2 years, but you had to kind of push the dealer to go to bat for you. BMW is also 2 years, but also extremely picky on what they will and won't cover. On my 335i the water pump they wouldn't cover, for example. Like...wtf?
By matmanx1 Go To PostCould be wrong here (since I was reading an article from a few years ago) but:
Porsche doesnt
Mercedes doesnt
Alfa Romeo doesnt
BMW does
Jag does
Audi - I don't remember
BMW doesn't anymore, not since 2 years ago when their warranty went to a lowly 3/36.
Audi use to offer standard maintenance coverage, then they stopped in 2007.
The value proposition of a Jaguar today is almost like what Japanese brands propose, just with better performance and European looks.
Are all modern manual transmissions equipped with a "clutch pedal spring" that assists pedal use?
For a while now, I've been reading about people taking it out and improving clutch feel and response but I haven't gotten around to it coz I didn't have a set of Torx screwdrivers lmao. I finally picked up a set recently for another project next weekend, so I read the instructions and made sure I wasn't gonna fuck anything up coz you know... (some of y'all might remember my spark plug nightmare that I posted about years ago on the old haunt) I'm not really mechanically inclined. Turns out it was easy, just remove some plastic covers, push the clutch in with one hand and pull the spring out.
And maybe it's just placebo but it feels like clutch feel/response is definitely improved. Before, it seemed almost impossible to stall the car. But now, if you're not paying attention, you probably will stall it lol. In terms of response, with the spring it kinda felt that shifting was slow, like as if the spring was delaying you from shifting fast. Now, I'm definitely able to shift a lot faster... almost as fast as a Honda/Mazda actually. Basically, it feels more raw, more like a manual tranny from the past... the catch point is muuuch more defined and it feels more mechanical. Whereas with the spring, it just feels like a pedal you push so you can move the gear lever... it felt a little bit synthetic.
The clutch doesn't feel any heavier too, in fact it feels that it's still a lot lighter compared to my NC Miata lol.
Also, another thing I did was 30K service... yep, I hit 10K miles in about 6 months. @____@
I was expecting to get butt-raped coz European, but it wasn't that bad actually. 30K service included the works + a brake flush and alignment for about $350. Seems to be on par with Mazda IIRC so it really wasn't too bad. Experience-wise, my closest VW dealer is also under the same ownership as the Mazda dealer(in fact they're next door to each other) so the experience felt the same... just different service advisors.
For a while now, I've been reading about people taking it out and improving clutch feel and response but I haven't gotten around to it coz I didn't have a set of Torx screwdrivers lmao. I finally picked up a set recently for another project next weekend, so I read the instructions and made sure I wasn't gonna fuck anything up coz you know... (some of y'all might remember my spark plug nightmare that I posted about years ago on the old haunt) I'm not really mechanically inclined. Turns out it was easy, just remove some plastic covers, push the clutch in with one hand and pull the spring out.
And maybe it's just placebo but it feels like clutch feel/response is definitely improved. Before, it seemed almost impossible to stall the car. But now, if you're not paying attention, you probably will stall it lol. In terms of response, with the spring it kinda felt that shifting was slow, like as if the spring was delaying you from shifting fast. Now, I'm definitely able to shift a lot faster... almost as fast as a Honda/Mazda actually. Basically, it feels more raw, more like a manual tranny from the past... the catch point is muuuch more defined and it feels more mechanical. Whereas with the spring, it just feels like a pedal you push so you can move the gear lever... it felt a little bit synthetic.
The clutch doesn't feel any heavier too, in fact it feels that it's still a lot lighter compared to my NC Miata lol.
Also, another thing I did was 30K service... yep, I hit 10K miles in about 6 months. @____@
I was expecting to get butt-raped coz European, but it wasn't that bad actually. 30K service included the works + a brake flush and alignment for about $350. Seems to be on par with Mazda IIRC so it really wasn't too bad. Experience-wise, my closest VW dealer is also under the same ownership as the Mazda dealer(in fact they're next door to each other) so the experience felt the same... just different service advisors.
Good to know about the leases. Thought maintenance was still standard which is why they were attractive.
And I am also taking my car in to a local BMW mechanic (not dealer) for my 30k service and it'll cost me $950ish lol. Maybe less. Can't imagine what a dealer would've charged.
And I am also taking my car in to a local BMW mechanic (not dealer) for my 30k service and it'll cost me $950ish lol. Maybe less. Can't imagine what a dealer would've charged.
By AlphaSnacks Go To PostNot anymore. Not only does Jag do it, they're the only ones. And they also do it for 5 years/60K miles. That's the warranty for a Jag and maintenance coverage. BMW is now 3/36. Mercedes and Audi are 4/50.Ferrari does it too, 7 years free maintenance, since MY2011. 3 years factory warranty with the option to extend the factory warranty for another 2 years.
Then there's the Jaguar CPO, which is 2 years and has the largest coverage of items. Jaguar literally covered my exhaust flap squeaking when shutting off the car (and it was barely audible)…and I didn't even ask them to. Headlights on my Jaguar had some clear peel…they resurfaced my lenses and applied Xpel Ultimate Pro. This is why I'm a Jaguar fanboy, their customer service is absolutely second to none short of probably Rolls Royce. Hell, I've heard nightmares about Ferrari dealers. And when I was having annoying issues with my XF, they gave me $3000 as a gesture to retain their business.
Then there's Mercedes CPO, a pathetic 1 year and has the most limited coverage I've ever seen. Audi is an adequate 2 years, but you had to kind of push the dealer to go to bat for you. BMW is also 2 years, but also extremely picky on what they will and won't cover. On my 335i the water pump they wouldn't cover, for example. Like…wtf?
When you're talking about CPO does that mean that in the US you can't extend a warranty for a Mercedes for, say, 12 years?
After 5 years (2 years new + 3 years extended) it's over?
By AlphaSnacks Go To PostNot anymore. Not only does Jag do it, they're the only ones. And they also do it for 5 years/60K miles. That's the warranty for a Jag and maintenance coverage. BMW is now 3/36. Mercedes and Audi are 4/50.Good to know, Alpha. Like I said, I don't think I would ever want to lease (for a variety of reasons) but Jaguar is definitely doing a lot of good things right now and it is winning them some customers and increased sales.
Then there's the Jaguar CPO, which is 2 years and has the largest coverage of items. Jaguar literally covered my exhaust flap squeaking when shutting off the car (and it was barely audible)…and I didn't even ask them to. Headlights on my Jaguar had some clear peel…they resurfaced my lenses and applied Xpel Ultimate Pro. This is why I'm a Jaguar fanboy, their customer service is absolutely second to none short of probably Rolls Royce. Hell, I've heard nightmares about Ferrari dealers. And when I was having annoying issues with my XF, they gave me $3000 as a gesture to retain their business.
Then there's Mercedes CPO, a pathetic 1 year and has the most limited coverage I've ever seen. Audi is an adequate 2 years, but you had to kind of push the dealer to go to bat for you. BMW is also 2 years, but also extremely picky on what they will and won't cover. On my 335i the water pump they wouldn't cover, for example. Like…wtf?
BMW doesn't anymore, not since 2 years ago when their warranty went to a lowly 3/36.
Audi use to offer standard maintenance coverage, then they stopped in 2007.
The value proposition of a Jaguar today is almost like what Japanese brands propose, just with better performance and European looks.
By jongkookie Go To PostAre all modern manual transmissions equipped with a "clutch pedal spring" that assists pedal use?I don't know about all modern manuals having the clutch pedal spring but I think most do. I know the BMW 128i did and I hated it. It's an easy mod that definitely makes the clutch feel more mechanical and natural so A+ for going ahead and doing it.
For a while now, I've been reading about people taking it out and improving clutch feel and response but I haven't gotten around to it coz I didn't have a set of Torx screwdrivers lmao. I finally picked up a set recently for another project next weekend, so I read the instructions and made sure I wasn't gonna fuck anything up coz you know… (some of y'all might remember my spark plug nightmare that I posted about years ago on the old haunt) I'm not really mechanically inclined. Turns out it was easy, just remove some plastic covers, push the clutch in with one hand and pull the spring out.
And maybe it's just placebo but it feels like clutch feel/response is definitely improved. Before, it seemed almost impossible to stall the car. But now, if you're not paying attention, you probably will stall it lol. In terms of response, with the spring it kinda felt that shifting was slow, like as if the spring was delaying you from shifting fast. Now, I'm definitely able to shift a lot faster… almost as fast as a Honda/Mazda actually. Basically, it feels more raw, more like a manual tranny from the past… the catch point is muuuch more defined and it feels more mechanical. Whereas with the spring, it just feels like a pedal you push so you can move the gear lever… it felt a little bit synthetic.
The clutch doesn't feel any heavier too, in fact it feels that it's still a lot lighter compared to my NC Miata lol.
Also, another thing I did was 30K service… yep, I hit 10K miles in about 6 months. @____@
I was expecting to get butt-raped coz European, but it wasn't that bad actually. 30K service included the works + a brake flush and alignment for about $350. Seems to be on par with Mazda IIRC so it really wasn't too bad. Experience-wise, my closest VW dealer is also under the same ownership as the Mazda dealer(in fact they're next door to each other) so the experience felt the same… just different service advisors.
I'm 99% sure that my next car will not have a manual gearbox. As much as I love shifting my own gears I'm really picky about the actual linkage and clutch feel and I would rather have a good/great automatic/dct than a mediocre or bad manual. And of the cars I am considering most of them aren't even offering a manual anymore so that is that.
Link to the spring mod? My M3 definitely has it and at times it makes me crazy because it flutters. Maybe I just need a new spring.
By matmanx1 Go To PostI don't know about all modern manuals having the clutch pedal spring but I think most do. I know the BMW 128i did and I hated it. It's an easy mod that definitely makes the clutch feel more mechanical and natural so A+ for going ahead and doing it.
I'm 99% sure that my next car will not have a manual gearbox. As much as I love shifting my own gears I'm really picky about the actual linkage and clutch feel and I would rather have a good/great automatic/dct than a mediocre or bad manual. And of the cars I am considering most of them aren't even offering a manual anymore so that is that.
Yeah, I'm pretty happy without it. There's definitely times earlier where I can feel the clutch being slightly heavier than with the spring but it still isn't as bad as say a Mazdaspeed3 or Scooby clutch where there's a lot of heft and practically an on/off switch for the catch point.
I hear you about the last one too... my goal is to have a two car setup 5-10 years from now. A daily driver(most likely a DSG GTI unless my Mk7 somehow runs forever) and a Miata unless I can finally afford a 911 or Cayman. The RS5 is still a goal and I'd definitely rock that over a DSG GTI if possible lol.
Oh god, the on/off switch in my Mazdaspeed6 clutch was something to behold. It was a really great feel all the way up until that point and then all the sudden the car just lunges itself into gear.
Ya'll don't know about that on/off life until you've driven a 350Z/370Z and an Evo. Simply stupid engagement.
By TTTR Go To PostFerrari does it too, 7 years free maintenance, since MY2011. 3 years factory warranty with the option to extend the factory warranty for another 2 years.
When you're talking about CPO does that mean that in the US you can't extend a warranty for a Mercedes for, say, 12 years?
After 5 years (2 years new + 3 years extended) it's over?
We're talking cars us plebeians can afford, though.
CPO = certified pre owned in the US. It's a dealer that purchases an extended warranty for your used car through the OEM. And no, you can't do anything past the OEM's set extended period. Anything outside of the CPO warranty timeframe has to be purchased through a 3rd party company which you have to research very thoroughly, as they can be an enormous headache to work with.
CarMax has taken advantage of that market, by allowing people to purchase long warranties through them when you buy a car at their dealerships.
By reilo Go To PostOh god, the on/off switch in my Mazdaspeed6 clutch was something to behold. It was a really great feel all the way up until that point and then all the sudden the car just lunges itself into gear.
Yeahhhhh... everytime I jumped in my brothers MS3 I feel like I have to completely relearn how to drive a manual tranny. There's probably like 1mm of slip before it lunges into gear. Absolutely fuckin' batshit and I don't understand how Mazda of all people decided that this is okay lol.
By AlphaSnacks Go To PostYa'll don't know about that on/off life until you've driven a 350Z/370Z and an Evo. Simply stupid engagement.
I dunno man, as I said above, the MS3 has like 1mm of slip before the clutch fully disengages. Granted it's not really heavy so maybe it is a bit better than the Z or Evo. I don't know how my brother can daily drive that thing... but he's almost had enough I think lol. He's now suddenly interested in a DSG GTI or the upcoming turbo Mazda6 haha.
Dealers will also be occasionally (moreso than that?) be giant dicks to you if you have an extended warranty that was even sold through the same dealer because they don't want to deal with it. I remember one time that my CV joint on the rear of the AWD system broke. I came in, showed them the video of it broken, and they refused to acknowledge it until they could charge me their $120 or whateveritwas service fee to see for themselves. And the kicker for when I requested to have it go through my extended warranty? The dealer mechanic refused to make the call and made me do it, claiming he wasn't allowed to make it on my behalf or some such nonsense.
By AlphaSnacks Go To PostCPO = certified pre owned in the US. It's a dealer that purchases an extended warranty for your used car through the OEM. And no, you can't do anything past the OEM's set extended period. Anything outside of the CPO warranty timeframe has to be purchased through a 3rd party company which you have to research very thoroughly, as they can be an enormous headache to work with.That's why i'm asking because in other parts of the world (i can only speak for germany though) it's ceratinly possible.
Mercedes offers it's own extended warranty for 10 years or 200.000km, Volkswagen, Porsche (15 years!!) and Ferrari too.
While BMW and Audi are being dicks only offering up to 5 years (2 + 3).
I would never ever get a BMW or Audi cause i tend to drive my cars longer than 5 years.
Doas anyone know how Porsche handles it in the US?
By TTTR Go To PostDoas anyone know how Porsche handles it in the US?
Here is what I found:
https://www.porsche.com/usa/accessoriesandservices/porscheservice/vehicleinformation/warranty/
4 year / 50,000 mls (80,000 km) warranty for all new vehicles whichever occurs first*;
2-year warranty for genuine Porsche parts, exchange parts and accessories, which are used or sold outside of warranty work. The warranty period for Porsche parts which are used in connection with warranty work ends contemporaneously with the warranty period for the purchased item which has become defective;
12-year long-life warranty against rust holes in the bodyshell. (please refer to the conditions in the Warranty and Maintenance handbook)
Certified Pre-Owned Warranty is 2 years / 100,000 mls (160,000 km), once the vehicle is outside the original vehicle warranty period.
https://www.porsche.com/usa/accessoriesandservices/porschefinancialservices/protectionplan/
Porsche Vehicle Service Protection delivers benefits beyond the high standards set by the Porsche factory warranty program, with coverage options up to 10 years or 100,000 miles.
Pay nothing on covered repairs other than the deductible you select.
Monthly payment options may be available if you include the product price with your auto financing.
It looks like if you want an extended warranty, you have to get it at the time of purchase. There are more details in those links, of course.
Yeah Porsche's CPO program is actually pretty good because it gives you 2 additional years and up to 100,000 miles but that only starts once the vehicle gets outside its original warranty. So you if you bought a 2 year old vehicle with 25,000 miles on it you now have the remainder of the 2 years, 25000 miles factory warranty plus another 2 years and up to 100,000 miles on the CPO warranty. As much as I might want to customer order my own Macan GTS, if I can't then a lightly used CPO would not be a bad way to go.
By Kibner Go To PostHere is what I found:Sounds exactly like the warranty here in germany except it seems to have a shorter overall lifespan (10 vs 15 years).
https://www.porsche.com/usa/accessoriesandservices/porscheservice/vehicleinformation/warranty/
https://www.porsche.com/usa/accessoriesandservices/porschefinancialservices/protectionplan/
It looks like if you want an extended warranty, you have to get it at the time of purchase. There are more details in those links, of course.
I paid for extended warranty for two cars over serveral years and sometime i just stopped cause it was very expensive and even in case of a complete engine failure the cost for a new engine would not have been siginificantly more than the cost of 8 years for the extended warranty.
Sold one car last year (Cayenne S FL first generation) and one is still being used as a DD although not by myself (997).
Both have been rock solid over all these years.
By matmanx1 Go To PostYeah Porsche's CPO program is actually pretty good because it gives you 2 additional years and up to 100,000 miles but that only starts once the vehicle gets outside its original warranty. So you if you bought a 2 year old vehicle with 25,000 miles on it you now have the remainder of the 2 years, 25000 miles factory warranty plus another 2 years and up to 100,000 miles on the CPO warranty. As much as I might want to customer order my own Macan GTS, if I can't then a lightly used CPO would not be a bad way to go.I would always go the CPO route. The last car i bought new turned out to be a total desaster and i was glad i sold it before something big broke.
All other cars in my family have been CPO ever since and have never been happier with our cars.
By jongkookie Go To PostAre all modern manual transmissions equipped with a "clutch pedal spring" that assists pedal use?
For a while now, I've been reading about people taking it out and improving clutch feel and response but I haven't gotten around to it coz I didn't have a set of Torx screwdrivers lmao. I finally picked up a set recently for another project next weekend, so I read the instructions and made sure I wasn't gonna fuck anything up coz you know… (some of y'all might remember my spark plug nightmare that I posted about years ago on the old haunt) I'm not really mechanically inclined. Turns out it was easy, just remove some plastic covers, push the clutch in with one hand and pull the spring out.
And maybe it's just placebo but it feels like clutch feel/response is definitely improved. Before, it seemed almost impossible to stall the car. But now, if you're not paying attention, you probably will stall it lol. In terms of response, with the spring it kinda felt that shifting was slow, like as if the spring was delaying you from shifting fast. Now, I'm definitely able to shift a lot faster… almost as fast as a Honda/Mazda actually. Basically, it feels more raw, more like a manual tranny from the past… the catch point is muuuch more defined and it feels more mechanical. Whereas with the spring, it just feels like a pedal you push so you can move the gear lever… it felt a little bit synthetic.
The clutch doesn't feel any heavier too, in fact it feels that it's still a lot lighter compared to my NC Miata lol.
Also, another thing I did was 30K service… yep, I hit 10K miles in about 6 months. @____@
I was expecting to get butt-raped coz European, but it wasn't that bad actually. 30K service included the works + a brake flush and alignment for about $350. Seems to be on par with Mazda IIRC so it really wasn't too bad. Experience-wise, my closest VW dealer is also under the same ownership as the Mazda dealer(in fact they're next door to each other) so the experience felt the same… just different service advisors.
i posted about this for my evo x at the old place, but never did it, and funny enough was doing some research yesterday to do this probably within the next week or two. weird timing. IT MUST BE A SIGN
By NinjaFridge Go To PostSaw an F type in the flesh today. My god that thing is gorgeousSomeone around here has a white F Type S that I see on a weekly basis. They are indeed gorgeous and amazing in the flesh.
Yo...you guys watching the new Top Gear? This season, ESPECIALLY the last episode in Japan, was fucking AMAZING.
AH-MAZING. I was so giddy watching it. One of my favorite episodes ever.
AH-MAZING. I was so giddy watching it. One of my favorite episodes ever.
Yea this season of TG has been great. The guys are hitting their stride much like TGT. Both have been great.
By Lunatic Go To PostThe orchestra of lambos made my hairs stand on end.
Same! But I don't wanna spoil anything so I'll mark it:
That 962 LeMans car being street legal? Insane! And seeing the RX7 and Skyline linked tandem like that, I IMMEDIATELY knew that both sides would get destroyed. It hurt watching that so, so much. Rory definitely had the better time in Japan, though.
My buddy learned to drive manual in his ms3. We laughed for days because of the ridiculous clutch. I learned on my gti. Really light clutch and it took me a couple of hours to get the hang of it.
Let me see, I learned to drive a stick on a 1988 Ford Escort 4 speed. It had exactly one option, air conditioning, and the rest was completely manual. And you know what? It was so analogue and light-weight that it wasn't completely terrible to drive.
Best manual I've ever used? The 987 Boxster I owned. It was as close to shifting bliss as I have ever come. In fact, that was my favorite thing about that car.
Best manual I've ever used? The 987 Boxster I owned. It was as close to shifting bliss as I have ever come. In fact, that was my favorite thing about that car.
I learned to drive stick on a 73 kharman ghia. No clutch in existence is difficult now. Starting that thing on an uphill incline was.... interesting to say the least 😂
Best manual probably goes to my 981 Cayman, although my 04 TSX was about as good and would pass it if it wasn’t for the rev hang on the throttle (which has nothing to do with the actual clutch and everything to do with a poorly mapped DBW setup.)
Best manual probably goes to my 981 Cayman, although my 04 TSX was about as good and would pass it if it wasn’t for the rev hang on the throttle (which has nothing to do with the actual clutch and everything to do with a poorly mapped DBW setup.)
I got the idea of driving stick thanks to a friend and his riced out EM Civic. That clutch was absurdly heavily so I didn't really learn it... wasn't until I got my Miata that I really got the hang of it. I even remember having bad teachers, telling me that I absolutely need to get on the gas the moment I let go of the clutch. I had to figure out on my own that I can press the gas pedal while simultaneously letting go of the clutch... and that was 2 weeks after I bought the car. @________________@
I personally think the Miata has the best clutch I've ever used. There's so much feedback to it, it'll tell you immediately if you screwed up your shift or that you did it perfectly. Pair that up with a weighted shift knob like a Voodoo and it can't get any better than that.
Tbh I sorta want to swap out the knob in my GTI since it's hollow, but the golf pattern is too damn cool lol.
I personally think the Miata has the best clutch I've ever used. There's so much feedback to it, it'll tell you immediately if you screwed up your shift or that you did it perfectly. Pair that up with a weighted shift knob like a Voodoo and it can't get any better than that.
Tbh I sorta want to swap out the knob in my GTI since it's hollow, but the golf pattern is too damn cool lol.
http://money.cnn.com/2018/03/14/news/companies/ford-steering-wheel-recall/index.html
Buy American brehs... not even once.
Buy American brehs... not even once.
That Japan special was a fantastic Top Gear episode... are they all like this now? Coz if so, I'm jumping ship from the Grand Tour.
Though tbh, I haven't seen the latest TGT besides the 1st ep... but even then, while that was fun to watch, it was mostly forgettable.
That Japan special on the other hand... that was one of the best things I've seen on TV... as good as the old Top Gear episodes when the shows were about the cars instead of 3 knobheads fooling around.
Though tbh, I haven't seen the latest TGT besides the 1st ep... but even then, while that was fun to watch, it was mostly forgettable.
That Japan special on the other hand... that was one of the best things I've seen on TV... as good as the old Top Gear episodes when the shows were about the cars instead of 3 knobheads fooling around.
Season 2 and so far Season 3 have been great. This season the chemistry has seriously clicked. In the pressers Matt and Chris do on TV, they have a bromance. It's pretty funny.
By reilo Go To PostThe Aston Martin and Jaguar episode on TGT is the three at their best.Yea that one was excellent too
So I'm still in the theorycrafting stage at this point in terms of the new car purchase but I have made some definite decisions within the past week or so that have helped me to focus my search a little bit.
1) I don't want another loud car in terms of wind and road noise. I am pretty much done with that after owning a Boxster and an MX-5.
2) I do want at least a little bit of a back seat. Not for passengers but for tossing stuff in really quick and still having the passenger seat free. TTRS and 911 sized back seats are fine.
For those reasons, the 718 Cayman is officially off the list. I think it was the only true 2 seat car that I was considering but I want something quieter, and a little more practical this time around.
Joining the list of possibilities are the C63 Coupe and the Giulia Quadrifoglio. (And I'm well aware of the Giulia's glitchy launch but it looks like most of that may be ironed out at this point)
This weekend I may introduce myself to Audi of Atlanta and check out their new facility. Eventually I want to test drive the RS3 and the TTRS back to back but I am going to need their help to make that happen. We'll see how it goes.
1) I don't want another loud car in terms of wind and road noise. I am pretty much done with that after owning a Boxster and an MX-5.
2) I do want at least a little bit of a back seat. Not for passengers but for tossing stuff in really quick and still having the passenger seat free. TTRS and 911 sized back seats are fine.
For those reasons, the 718 Cayman is officially off the list. I think it was the only true 2 seat car that I was considering but I want something quieter, and a little more practical this time around.
Joining the list of possibilities are the C63 Coupe and the Giulia Quadrifoglio. (And I'm well aware of the Giulia's glitchy launch but it looks like most of that may be ironed out at this point)
This weekend I may introduce myself to Audi of Atlanta and check out their new facility. Eventually I want to test drive the RS3 and the TTRS back to back but I am going to need their help to make that happen. We'll see how it goes.
Heh, speak of the Four-Leafed Clover Devil! Top Gear article about living with the Giulia Quad for a year: https://www.topgear.com/car-news/big-reads/whats-living-alfa-giulia-quadrifoglio
Spoiler alert: they had plenty of problems with theirs. My reading indicates nearly all of the first year Quad's have or will have the potential for fuel system issues and that has since been rectified. It will be interesting to see if Alfa can keep on improving as they go along.
Spoiler alert: they had plenty of problems with theirs. My reading indicates nearly all of the first year Quad's have or will have the potential for fuel system issues and that has since been rectified. It will be interesting to see if Alfa can keep on improving as they go along.
By matmanx1 Go To PostSo I'm still in the theorycrafting stage at this point in terms of the new car purchase but I have made some definite decisions within the past week or so that have helped me to focus my search a little bit.Please keep us (especially me) informed on your decision process on this front!
1) I don't want another loud car in terms of wind and road noise. I am pretty much done with that after owning a Boxster and an MX-5.
2) I do want at least a little bit of a back seat. Not for passengers but for tossing stuff in really quick and still having the passenger seat free. TTRS and 911 sized back seats are fine.
For those reasons, the 718 Cayman is officially off the list. I think it was the only true 2 seat car that I was considering but I want something quieter, and a little more practical this time around.
Joining the list of possibilities are the C63 Coupe and the Giulia Quadrifoglio. (And I'm well aware of the Giulia's glitchy launch but it looks like most of that may be ironed out at this point)
This weekend I may introduce myself to Audi of Atlanta and check out their new facility. Eventually I want to test drive the RS3 and the TTRS back to back but I am going to need their help to make that happen. We'll see how it goes.
I am very much waffling between what I want and what I want to pay for. I would like a Cayman or Boxster, but I'm starting to have doubts whether I want to spend $35k+ on a used, older model weekend car. I would rather have a better home sound system or computer and a cheaper vehicle.
I know I still want something that is just a pleasure to drive and at least a bit sporty. I haven't really decided on what my budget will be. I think I'm now leaning more towards a daily driver than a weekend car, too.
I dunno, I'm just all kinda undecided on how much I want to spend. I can afford the aforementioned Cayman, but other wants are taking financial precedence.
Porsches are great daily drivers, especially modern ones. Kickass long term reliablity too. Plus Porsche's CPO program is stellar.
By reilo Go To PostPorsches are great daily drivers, especially modern ones. Kickass long term reliablity too. Plus Porsche's CPO program is stellar.https://www.audibatonrouge.com/used/Porsche/2013-Porsche-Boxster-8e891d780a0e0ae93fe69c20743530d3.htm
*begins to plan how best to haggle that down even more*