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Originally posted by bcandiloro: my wrx runs a 1/4 @ 14.02 on regular gas with $142 in mods.
But there are things to be said, for cars that come with Momo accessories stock, and things like off-road exhaust upgrades.. from the dealer!
I just wish my wife let me drive hers more often  Skid plates too! don't 4get these buggers are rallys! I'd buy one in a heartbeat ( wagon ) but 3k under 25k , well thats 3k I can put INTO a 1.8t GTI
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regular gas ie. not race gas
currently the wrx is doing great in both rally cross, and auto-x, dont forget... awd cars are not the best for drag racing.
i actually bought mine due to the inconsistancy in houston weather, it rins off and on without warning, i like the handling i get from my awd.
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did i mention i looked for an svt before i heard the wrx was comming to the states?
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The manuals seem weak and not capable to handle the stresses of 400hp and AWD. However the 4EAT looks like it might be the ticket with aftermarket mods making it similiar to the Lancers electronic AWD, also level ten can make it hella strong. Maybe a auto is better in this case?? Still doing reasearch to find out. Some day I'll get a nice used WRX and let someone else eat the 5K+ price drop from driving it off the lot new.
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MSDS Headers, Rear disc conversion, SVT TB and IM, Custom 2.5" exhaust, Weapon R Dragon w/kkm MAF adaptor, B&M, NR wht gauges
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Does anybody else think it looks like a souped up Neon (okay maybe a Neon on steriods)? It never grew on me.... not once
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I think it needs more leg room, I am 6'1" and was banging my knees under the damn dash when I sat in it.
More leg room, add a sunroof, and I would buy one.
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i agree nyceboi,it does look like a souped up neon,or worse...and to boxster who responded in the other forum...who cares if a wrx would beat my stang in the rain..only a moron would race in the rain anyway...i smoked the wrx's on dry pavement where it counts...i also agree with andy on the cupholder issue..i just remove the rubber insert and it will hold any size cup just fine...
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Originally posted by chrisilversvt:
..i smoked the wrx's on dry pavement where it counts...i also agree with andy on the cupholder issue..i just remove the rubber insert and it will hold any size cup just fine... This was on a track right 
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FACT:
227 Hp
0-60 5.4 - 5.8 sec. (depending on which mag)
1/4 mile - low to mid 14's
AWD
All while meeting LEV standards. I know who cares, but it's still impressive.
The WRX is not the best car in the world, but it is a great car in it's own write. Many people love it or hate it; it's all up to you.
If you think about it there is no comparison with any car in its price range. Name me one car that offers everything the WRX does for 23K - 25K, even 30K?
I'm not saying the WRX is the fastest, best looking, greatest car in the world. What I am saying is that it is a great car for the money.
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'98 T-Red Contour SVT #2767 (had)
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