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Conrad
03-13-2006, 09:41 AM
Well I have a little over 800 miles on the si now. And these are my biased thoughts.

The performance of the new SI is lightyears beyond previous models including the ep3s. Dont get me wrong the pull feels good, but it leaves a lot to be desired. There was a huge difference bringing it up to 6K feet compared to the 1200 that I bought it at. Definitely can't wait to boost it. The handling is definitely the best of any car I have ever owned. I would easily put it up there with evo and sti on hugging the turns. Acceleration through turns is greatly improved by the LSD. Never drivin a FWD with one and I could greatly feel the improvement. Comfort is good zooming around town but not so much for a 10 hour drive. Stock stereo was fairly nice. The split dash has really grown on me. I didnt like it at first but damn is it easier to be driving and not have to glance down to see how fast your going is nice. Its always in your lower perefrial (ms) vision. Will post pics and other thoughts later.
M@
03-13-2006, 09:41 AM
You bought it?!?? POB

Once I sell the pistons we should meet up so you can give me a ride. :)
Robert_K
03-13-2006, 09:49 AM
Well I have a little over 800 miles on the si now. And these are my biased thoughts.

The performance of the new SI is lightyears beyond previous models including the ep3s. Dont get me wrong the pull feels good, but it leaves a lot to be desired. There was a huge difference bringing it up to 6K feet compared to the 1200 that I bought it at. Definitely can't wait to boost it. The handling is definitely the best of any car I have ever owned. I would easily put it up there with evo and sti on hugging the turns. Acceleration through turns is greatly improved by the LSD. Never drivin a FWD with one and I could greatly feel the improvement. Comfort is good zooming around town but not so much for a 10 hour drive. Stock stereo was fairly nice. The split dash has really grown on me. I didnt like it at first but damn is it easier to be driving and not have to glance down to see how fast your going is nice. Its always in your lower perefrial (ms) vision. Will post pics and other thoughts later.
First: Congrats on the new purchased!!!! Come out to PMI to run that bitch!!! Also I would love a ride/drive to compare the Evo/STi comment.
Dave_L
03-13-2006, 09:57 AM
Post pics you n00b!
Robert_K
03-14-2006, 07:57 AM
The car look good Conrad!!! Better get some more power to hang with the Z though. :D Congrats!!!!
Kwando
03-14-2006, 08:17 AM
The handling is definitely the best of any car I have ever owned. I would easily put it up there with evo and sti on hugging the turns.



:rofl:
JL LGT
03-14-2006, 08:38 AM
Nice!

Wish I could have made it to PMI last weekend.... damnit!

In any case.... how's about some Hooters for a mini-meet?

I missed a silver 99 M3 w/ 60k on it by about 24hrs! Time to hit the drawing board again!
chibianh
03-14-2006, 08:41 AM
Did you get one with Navi? Congrats on the purchase! I would love to check it out if I ever see you. Wanna race my ep3? :D
Conrad
03-14-2006, 11:41 AM
Did you get one with Navi? Congrats on the purchase! I would love to check it out if I ever see you. Wanna race my ep3? :D

No decided not to get navi because it wont play DVDs... You can get an aftermarket one installed that will for less!

Yeah we can meet up I would like to see what it would do...
Conrad
03-14-2006, 11:43 AM
Nice!

Wish I could have made it to PMI last weekend.... damnit!

In any case.... how's about some Hooters for a mini-meet?

I missed a silver 99 M3 w/ 60k on it by about 24hrs! Time to hit the drawing board again!

I say increase your looking scope for the car you want.... And try for a 00. I think e46>e36...

You can go 1000 miles in a weekend pretty easy.

Yeah lets meet up for food some night this week. I like OC's happy hour and big buck hunter FTW!!!!
Conrad
03-14-2006, 11:44 AM
:rofl:

you rofl at me but the handeling has definitely increased over older hondas
chibianh
03-14-2006, 11:48 AM
you rofl at me but the handeling has definitely increased over older hondas

He's right Simon.. the slalom on the Si is up there with the best of them.... according to magazines. :D
Conrad
03-14-2006, 12:01 PM
yeah what now..... Simon what you got.... YOU GOT SERVED!
Conrad
03-14-2006, 12:07 PM
http://www.edmunds.com/apps/vdpcontainers/do/vdp/articleId=109422
robstamina
03-14-2006, 02:14 PM
When I was at SEMA every other booth was an si...or a scion tc....can't wait to see what you do to it...
JL LGT
03-14-2006, 04:03 PM
I would go for an E46.... but dayum they're pricey! I'm looking to do a straight trade (or damn close) for the LGT.

This way, I still don't have a car payment and the money from all the LGT parts I sold can go towards the M3 (98-99).

Active AutoWerke has quite a few options for the M!
Dave_L
03-14-2006, 04:19 PM
Is the ///M gonna be your daily driver? I'd recommend getting a cheap car to drive in the winter time. Just makes it that much easier and you can keep the M3 in much better condition.
JL LGT
03-14-2006, 04:23 PM
^^A 4x4 beat-up truck FTW!

The M would be a weekend/fun/project car! Unless I can find something else that fits my tastes! Like a Supra!
Conrad
03-14-2006, 04:58 PM
I would go for an E46.... but dayum they're pricey! I'm looking to do a straight trade (or damn close) for the LGT.

This way, I still don't have a car payment and the money from all the LGT parts I sold can go towards the M3 (98-99).

Active AutoWerke has quite a few options for the M!

I said e46 dont make me repost this magilla!
Punting_midgets
03-15-2006, 01:14 AM
you rofl at me but the handeling has definitely increased over older hondas

I recently puchased an '06 Si and I have to say it handles 10 times better than previous models, not to mention the 6-speed gives the car a much better feel through the gears.

The only complaint that I have is that the driver side A-pillar gets in your field of vision during left turns, other than that it's a fantastic car.


BTW....... I know where there is a 99 M3 w/ 76K on the ticker for $22K, he is near Denver and seemed negotiable on the price when I spoke with him.
exciv2000
03-15-2006, 08:40 PM
your SI sucks. You need and is350 instead. pwnt.
JL LGT
03-15-2006, 09:19 PM
I said e46 dont make me repost this magilla!
Cool.... so you cut me the check for the $$$$$ difference between my LGT and an E46 and we're golden!
Robert_K
03-16-2006, 06:28 AM
Don't worry about Conrad... Even with the new 200hp Si he's still slow. :D
JL LGT
03-16-2006, 07:25 AM
That thing sure is coosh though!

Sat in it last night! Honda's on the ball! Hooked it up with telescoping steering wheel and enough head room for my super-sized azz!

It's definately a nice ride for the money!
Conrad
03-16-2006, 08:54 AM
your SI sucks. You need and is350 instead. pwnt.

maybe I can be cool and get a tsx....

20K si > 35K is on my pocket book
Conrad
03-16-2006, 08:55 AM
Don't worry about Conrad... Even with the new 200hp Si he's still slow. :D

ill race you in Jun..... oh you wont be able to drive ;NutKick;
Robert_K
03-16-2006, 08:57 AM
ill race you in Jun..... oh you wont be able to drive ;NutKick;
But I will in Oct when I'm boosted and you'll see the same thing you saw last week, the rearend of my car. ;NutKick; :D
Conrad
03-16-2006, 09:00 AM
But I will in Oct when I'm boosted and you'll see the same thing you saw last week, the rearend of my car. ;Nutkick; :D

we shall see.... I believe the z will be pwn3d by then. Maybe we can talk Ada into bringing it to the track while youre gone!
Robert_K
03-16-2006, 09:01 AM
:yawn:
Dave_L
03-16-2006, 09:31 AM
your SI sucks. You need and is350 instead. pwnt.

WTF?! You're a dumbass.
Robert_K
03-17-2006, 01:04 PM
Where are the pics?
Steve_C
03-17-2006, 01:24 PM
I said e46 dont make me repost this magilla!i'd hold off on the e46's for now since the e90 M should be introduced very soon. I've already noticed the e46's price dropping aboud 4-6g's since the e90 sedans were introduced last year.
Conrad
03-17-2006, 02:46 PM
Where are the pics?
youve seen it you dont get pics
Robert_K
03-17-2006, 03:00 PM
youve seen it you dont get pics
But I've only seen the front in my little rearview. :D
Conrad
03-17-2006, 04:03 PM
But I've only seen the front in my little rearview. :D

YOU SON OF A BI......................
Robert_K
03-17-2006, 04:30 PM
YOU SON OF A BI......................
:rofl:
JL LGT
03-17-2006, 06:38 PM
i'd hold off on the e46's for now since the e90 M should be introduced very soon. I've already noticed the e46's price dropping aboud 4-6g's since the e90 sedans were introduced last year.
Aren't the E90's going to have the V8?

Not what I'm looking for and while the new exterior design is kinda sexy.... it's nowhere NEAR the current M3!

I sat in one yesterday evening. A brand new competition package M3.... and I damn near lost bodily functions!

Conrad: You've got PM j00 N00B!
Robert_K
03-17-2006, 06:49 PM
Conrad: You've got PM j00 N00B!

Conrad is slow... Give him a min. :D
Steve_C
03-17-2006, 06:57 PM
Aren't the E90's going to have the V8?
correct, new e90's will be equipped with a v8.
Not what I'm looking for and while the new exterior design is kinda sexy.... it's nowhere NEAR the current M3!

I sat in one yesterday evening. A brand new competition package M3.... and I damn near lost bodily functions!the new exterior is growing on me. i saw a black e90 330 with blacked out windows and the damn thing looked good.

but very true about the current e46ers.