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Old 01-18-2008, 09:15 PM   #1 (permalink)
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First Impressions...

-surprisingly drives very nice on the highway (30 mile drive to home)

-tranny is a little different than anything i've ever driven. but i've already gotten it wired. i choose to let off the gas before the paddle shift and the transition is quite smooth, almost just like a normal manual

-upgraded stereo sounds great for the price. i've paid way more for upgraded stereos that don't sound as good.

-didn't order my car with power steering and don't regret it one bit. the car turns as well without it as my Audi does with it. very effortless. i think power steering might be squirly on this car, but have not driven one with it so can't say.

-the visor does fold down AND out, unlike what somebody else reported on here. the clip faces the windshield instead of the passenger so you push the visor to unlock instead of pull like in most cars.

-way more legroom than i expected. i'm 6' tall and had to move the seat forward by probably 6 inches. plenty of room.

-cargo space is surprisingly large. golf clubs (without driver) fit in no problem. i actually think if I take both wheels off, i can fit my mtn bike in the back. crazy but true.

-DOES come with Fix-a-flat AND small air compresser that plugs into the outlet under the dash. the compresser/tire goo are located under the dash in the floor on the passenger side.

-2 things the car needs: 1. adjustable steering column to move the steering wheel back for taller drivers 2. center armrest console to rest right arm on.

-most importantly, i drove almost 40 miles....and the gas gauge didn't move

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Old 01-18-2008, 09:32 PM   #2 (permalink)
 
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Yay!! Good for you!
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Old 01-18-2008, 09:52 PM   #3 (permalink)
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That's great news! Were all happy for you!
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Woo Hoo!
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Old 01-18-2008, 10:23 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Woo Hoo!
haha. wanna race?
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Old 01-18-2008, 11:08 PM   #6 (permalink)
 
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Congrats

Congrats bmx43 - Enjoy!!!
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What, no delivery pics?!

What fun is that :P
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Ah, congrats! And yeah the steering wheel needs to be adjustable, its set at too high an angle to be ideal for short me, I'm gonna have to get lifted or something
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Yay, another one! Congrats, man. Yes PICS pleez!! Mileage? Quick drive somewhere for 5 hours and get back to us. I'll send you $25 for gas. LOL
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Congrats!

Did I miss the post on your car arriving? Must have; anyway, good news and keep the info coming.

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Congrats bmx43 and nice write-up. During my test drive one of the only things I missed was an adjustable steering column. Can't wait for mine!
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