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[AlwaysFSX]

3 hours ago, Drak3 said:

Looks fine to me.

Modified breakover angle, of course.

[handymanshandle]

Well as a bit of an update to my endeavors of getting a car and a full license.

I've still been on my permit for the last 3 years, I haven't been able to really hit the road yet with my mom's trailblazer. I'm still technically not covered by the policy on it.

 

and I'm seriously thinking about getting a 2016-2018 Ford Focus Titanium, could care less if it were the sedan or hatchback. Frankly while I don't like the taillight design of the hatchback, I'd probably prefer it because it's the closest thing I'm going to get to a modern and cheaper wagon.

 

I'm specific about the Titanium trim because from what I've seen it's almost guaranteed to have the Sony sound system, which a premium audio system from the factory was ideal for me as I don't really wanna have to deal with that myself even if it means I could get even better audio

 

I really was adamant about the idea of getting a new 2019 Chevy Cruze LT with the Bose audio system, however seeing as GM is quite literally uninterested in the product and consumers as a whole are ditching sedans, I guess my next best option would be a slightly used Ford with the Sony system because finding a Chevy with the Bose system is a lot harder.

 

It's a shame too, because both the Cruze and Focus were made in America.

 

[Cereal5]

3 hours ago, pinksnowbirdie said:

It's a shame too, because both the Cruze and Focus were made in America.

Certain Focus models will not be dropped from production. IIRC, they are keeping the ST and electric models, possibility of adding a hybrid.

[Bananasplit_00]

4 minutes ago, Cereal5 said:

Certain Focus models will not be dropped from production. IIRC, they are keeping the ST and electric models, possibility of adding a hybrid.

there is an electric focus?

[Cereal5]

3 minutes ago, Bananasplit_00 said:

there is an electric focus?

https://www.ford.com/cars/focus/models/focus-electric/?gnav=header-all-vehicles

[iDeFecZx]

1 hour ago, Cereal5 said:

Certain Focus models will not be dropped from production. IIRC, they are keeping the ST and electric models, possibility of adding a hybrid.

The only model that matters

[Cereal5]

2 minutes ago, iDeFecZx said:

The only model that matters

FIFY. Also made sure to crop out that nasty fog light. I think it needs to be cleaned, it's looking pretty hazy 

[RevoltTrain]

10 hours ago, vinyldash303 said:

Souds like a horrible idea. I love it.

Would daily the fuck out of it.

Would daily the fuck out of

[bcredeur97]

3 hours ago, Cereal5 said:

https://www.ford.com/cars/focus/models/focus-electric/?gnav=header-all-vehicles

TIL you can get a 2013 electric focus with 40-50k miles for $7k 

 

edit: range with new is only 76 miles tho... so not a ton of use really

[Real_PhillBert]

Want a Ferrari? Now you have one less excuse!

 

Quote

In 2014, Ferrari became the first marque in the world to offer its clients the possibility of extending warranty cover for up to 12 years. Now, it has extended that program to offer owners an even better package that will protect the value and functional integrity of their Prancing Horse cars over an even longer period: 15 years.

https://www.ferrariofatlanta.com/ferrari-classiche.htm

 

 

Who doesn't want a Superfast?

[ELSknutson]

7 hours ago, pinksnowbirdie said:

Well as a bit of an update to my endeavors of getting a car and a full license.

I've still been on my permit for the last 3 years, I haven't been able to really hit the road yet with my mom's trailblazer. I'm still technically not covered by the policy on it.

 

and I'm seriously thinking about getting a 2016-2018 Ford Focus Titanium, could care less if it were the sedan or hatchback. Frankly while I don't like the taillight design of the hatchback, I'd probably prefer it because it's the closest thing I'm going to get to a modern and cheaper wagon.

 

I'm specific about the Titanium trim because from what I've seen it's almost guaranteed to have the Sony sound system, which a premium audio system from the factory was ideal for me as I don't really wanna have to deal with that myself even if it means I could get even better audio

 

I really was adamant about the idea of getting a new 2019 Chevy Cruze LT with the Bose audio system, however seeing as GM is quite literally uninterested in the product and consumers as a whole are ditching sedans, I guess my next best option would be a slightly used Ford with the Sony system because finding a Chevy with the Bose system is a lot harder.

 

It's a shame too, because both the Cruze and Focus were made in America.

 

Try looking at the Ford Focus ST  or the Fiesta ST  both are good sporty fun cars that are fairly well equipped

But if your looking for a car with a good sound system. The mini cooper comes with a Harmon Kardon  system that also pretty decent. Other cars with decent sound systems and features for the price  Lincoln MKZ, Infinity Q50, Hyundai Genesis/ Genesis G80

[bcredeur97]

1 hour ago, ELSknutson said:

Try looking at the Ford Focus ST  or the Fiesta ST  both are good sporty fun cars that are fairly well equipped

But if your looking for a car with a good sound system. The mini cooper comes with a Harmon Kardon  system that also pretty decent. Other cars with decent sound systems and features for the price  Lincoln MKZ, Infinity Q50, Hyundai Genesis/ Genesis G80

don't forget mini interiors are kinda cheaply made unfortunately. ppl tend to start having problems with them getting kinda ragged out and/or rattly around 100k miles or so

 

which is fine if you buy it new and dont keep it that long. but just something to keep in mind when buying a used one for sure

[ELSknutson]

7 minutes ago, bcredeur97 said:

don't forget mini interiors are kinda cheaply made unfortunately. ppl tend to start having problems with them getting kinda ragged out and/or rattly around 100k miles or so

 

which is fine if you buy it new and dont keep it that long. but just something to keep in mind when buying a used one for sure

Ya all around a mini tends to start to fall apart after 100k  

[TVwazhere]

9 hours ago, pinksnowbirdie said:

I'm specific about the Titanium trim because from what I've seen it's almost guaranteed to have the Sony sound system, which a premium audio system from the factory was ideal for me as I don't really wanna have to deal with that myself even if it means I could get even better audio

1 hour ago, ELSknutson said:

Try looking at the Ford Focus ST  or the Fiesta ST  both are good sporty fun cars that are fairly well equipped

The Sony Sound system is alright, though I havent compared it to the stock one found in lower trim variants. I believe my buddy has a ST"1" which is the base version of the ST so I might be able to hear a difference. 

5 hours ago, Cereal5 said:

Certain Focus models will not be dropped from production. IIRC, they are keeping the ST and electric models, possibility of adding a hybrid.

None of the Focus trims are really being dropped, they're just selling them all in Europe now. (It does seem however they'll all be hatchback only)

5 hours ago, Bananasplit_00 said:

there is an electric focus?

The only reason I knew this was because the 2015+ Focus ST's have the "upgraded" Rear motor mount from the electric focus (back when I was doing mod's research)

[vetali]

9 hours ago, pinksnowbirdie said:

Well as a bit of an update to my endeavors of getting a car and a full license.

I've still been on my permit for the last 3 years, I haven't been able to really hit the road yet with my mom's trailblazer. I'm still technically not covered by the policy on it.

 

and I'm seriously thinking about getting a 2016-2018 Ford Focus Titanium, could care less if it were the sedan or hatchback. Frankly while I don't like the taillight design of the hatchback, I'd probably prefer it because it's the closest thing I'm going to get to a modern and cheaper wagon.

 

I'm specific about the Titanium trim because from what I've seen it's almost guaranteed to have the Sony sound system, which a premium audio system from the factory was ideal for me as I don't really wanna have to deal with that myself even if it means I could get even better audio

 

I really was adamant about the idea of getting a new 2019 Chevy Cruze LT with the Bose audio system, however seeing as GM is quite literally uninterested in the product and consumers as a whole are ditching sedans, I guess my next best option would be a slightly used Ford with the Sony system because finding a Chevy with the Bose system is a lot harder.

 

It's a shame too, because both the Cruze and Focus were made in America.

 

I wouldn't bother with the automatics. Lots of issues with the dual clutch automatic. Manuals don't have issues. 

 

3 minutes ago, TVwazhere said:

The only reason I knew this was because the 2015+ Focus ST's have the "upgraded" Rear motor mount from the electric focus (back when I was doing mod's research)

Yep, figured that out back in my motor mount adventures for my mazda. They come on all STs newer than 14-15ish I think. 

[TVwazhere]

Just now, vetali said:

I wouldn't bother with the automatics. Lots of issues with the dual clutch automatic. Manuals don't have issues. 

 

Yep, figured that out back in my motor mount adventures for my mazda. They come on all STs newer than 14-15ish I think. 

14's still had the old ones. The 15's were apparently a decent upgrade but most aftermarket solutions were best because of the firmer rubber (though they do lead to more vibrations in the cabin, it's not like things are rattling around. I barely notice it actually)

[vetali]

1 minute ago, TVwazhere said:

14's still had the old ones. The 15's were apparently a decent upgrade but most aftermarket solutions were best because of the firmer rubber (though they do lead to more vibrations in the cabin, it's not like things are rattling around. I barely notice it actually)

I tried an aftermarket one for a while. After 1k miles of feeling my AC compressor engage in my teeth I made the change to the e-focus mount and never had an issue again.                                                                                                                                                                                                            

[PandaCopyRight]

14 hours ago, bcredeur97 said:

Yeah perfect for freezing to death when it breaks down

 

at least always keep blankets in it  

doesnt need to be modified to daily it 

it aint a subaru ... can be good stock  

and if it is a wagon ...  blankets are always a good thing  

11 hours ago, warmmilk said:

the rear is curvy on the X gen... which kinda makes it look like some bodyshop did a good job about putting an evo nose on some other car.  at least the previous gen design language matched front to rear.  

 

its a matter of preference... not really objectively better or worse... although any gearbox service other than changing the fluid goes far beyond what your average mechanically inclined car enthusiast is capable of.

the rear is curvy, yes. front is still quite boxy and i agree about the adding of evo nose .... still looks quite nice  

 

and true... its just a personal preference. and sometimes supper heavy stop and go traffic can overheat the SST  

[TVwazhere]

1 minute ago, vetali said:

I tried an aftermarket one for a while. After 1k miles of feeling my AC compressor engage in my teeth I made the change to the e-focus mount and never had an issue again.

Some are firmer than others. My cobb one is 85A, but I've seen some that are solid aluminum 

[sirtoby]

Have any of the Europeans here done a Carbage Run in the last few years? I'm really tempted to take part in the 2019 edition.

[terrytek]

6 hours ago, Cereal5 said:

Certain Focus models will not be dropped from production. IIRC, they are keeping the ST and electric models, possibility of adding a hybrid.

i don't even think they'll keep those. do you have a source of these rumors or anything? i thought they were dropping every single focus model. and i thought the electric was gone after like 2015 or something.

[handymanshandle]

1 hour ago, vetali said:

I wouldn't bother with the automatics. Lots of issues with the dual clutch automatic. Manuals don't have issues. 

 

Yep, figured that out back in my motor mount adventures for my mazda. They come on all STs newer than 14-15ish I think. 

I don't want to learn manual lol 

People have trouble with the dual clutch auto because they treat it like a regular auto

1 hour ago, TVwazhere said:

The Sony Sound system is alright, though I havent compared it to the stock one found in lower trim variants. I believe my buddy has a ST"1" which is the base version of the ST so I might be able to hear a difference. 

None of the Focus trims are really being dropped, they're just selling them all in Europe now. (It does seem however they'll all be hatchback only)

The only reason I knew this was because the 2015+ Focus ST's have the "upgraded" Rear motor mount from the electric focus (back when I was doing mod's research)

Yeah I don't want an ST lol

I don't want to learn manual

2 hours ago, ELSknutson said:

Try looking at the Ford Focus ST  or the Fiesta ST  both are good sporty fun cars that are fairly well equipped

But if your looking for a car with a good sound system. The mini cooper comes with a Harmon Kardon  system that also pretty decent. Other cars with decent sound systems and features for the price  Lincoln MKZ, Infinity Q50, Hyundai Genesis/ Genesis G80

Yeah I don't really care about sporty cars, unless it's a Chevy SS but even then Id want an auto transmission

[iDeFecZx]

6 hours ago, Cereal5 said:

FIFY. Also made sure to crop out that nasty fog light. I think it needs to be cleaned, it's looking pretty hazy 

MK3 RS = Rushed shite

 

[iDeFecZx]

3 hours ago, Real_PhillBert said:

Want a Ferrari? Now you have one less excuse!

 

https://www.ferrariofatlanta.com/ferrari-classiche.htm

 

 

Who doesn't want a Superfast?

Me because its hideous 

[Real_PhillBert]

3 minutes ago, iDeFecZx said:

Me because its hideous 

  I've always had a soft spot for the front engine V12 Ferraris.