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Hasdrubal · 02-15-2023, 01:06 PM

Hey now, the Si can be a good car, if you need four doors and want a manual. I have a 2018 and it's got a lot more grip than I expected. Better initial brake feel than the Boxster, although I suspect they wouldn't hold up as long if I ever made it to a track.

I know there are BMW and Audi sedans with manual transmissions out there, but I see too many horror stories with maintenance on the newer ones to be interested. I can work on the older ones, but after owning a Mk4 Jetta, having a Japanese daily driver is kind of a relief.

02-15-2023, 01:06 PM	#23
Hasdrubal Registered User Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: Seattle area Posts: 62	Hey now, the Si can be a good car, if you need four doors and want a manual. I have a 2018 and it's got a lot more grip than I expected. Better initial brake feel than the Boxster, although I suspect they wouldn't hold up as long if I ever made it to a track. I know there are BMW and Audi sedans with manual transmissions out there, but I see too many horror stories with maintenance on the newer ones to be interested. I can work on the older ones, but after owning a Mk4 Jetta, having a Japanese daily driver is kind of a relief.