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10-11-2006, 02:17 PM
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Thoughts from owners...
Do you like the new Si's as far as features and performance? I am thinking of getting one, but am not totally excited about them. I would need to get over the new looks.
10-12-2006, 09:37 AM
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Love it
I purchased a Fiji blue Si this past summer, and I absolutely love it. I went all out with the sat-nav and the summer tires, and it was worth every penny. When looking for coupes less than $25k, I do not think you can choose a better one than the new Si.
The clutch is very forgiving. For a first time M/T driver, this was ideal. I bought the car based on good reviews of its handling, and I wasn't disappointed. Having a LSD is a big advantage over the RSX-s and adds to the amazing grip around corners.
The interior and exterior styling is clean and sharp. I have a friend who bought a new WRX, and although it may be faster, the interior of the Si has a much more clean and aggressive look to it. The touchscreen/voice controlled sat-nav and XM radio is a really handy and impressive gadget to have and nicely fills the center of the car.
The vtec crossover is strong and very noticeable. It kicks in at about 5800 rpm, but even from 4000-vtec, you won't be disappointed with the torque. The stock exhaust is deep and has a great sound. The engine noise during vtec is a wonderful thing. When cruising in 6th gear, the car isn't noisy and road trips are pleasant.
As you can tell, I'm happy with my FG2, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for something in this same price range.
The clutch is very forgiving. For a first time M/T driver, this was ideal. I bought the car based on good reviews of its handling, and I wasn't disappointed. Having a LSD is a big advantage over the RSX-s and adds to the amazing grip around corners.
The interior and exterior styling is clean and sharp. I have a friend who bought a new WRX, and although it may be faster, the interior of the Si has a much more clean and aggressive look to it. The touchscreen/voice controlled sat-nav and XM radio is a really handy and impressive gadget to have and nicely fills the center of the car.
The vtec crossover is strong and very noticeable. It kicks in at about 5800 rpm, but even from 4000-vtec, you won't be disappointed with the torque. The stock exhaust is deep and has a great sound. The engine noise during vtec is a wonderful thing. When cruising in 6th gear, the car isn't noisy and road trips are pleasant.
As you can tell, I'm happy with my FG2, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for something in this same price range.
10-12-2006, 09:47 AM
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if I could have got one for less than 25K in Canada I might have considered it. Also insurance was sky high for the SI.
So, I settled for a EX coupe it Neutron Blue. I absolutely love it though.
So, I settled for a EX coupe it Neutron Blue. I absolutely love it though.
10-13-2006, 12:59 PM
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10-22-2006, 04:26 AM
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My fiancee has had her heart set on a new AV6 coupe, for when she graduates college, but after taking a stroll through the Honda dealership, she may be interested in a new Si now. Not sure how I feel on this one...I like both cars, so it's a tough call.