The racing beat cooler screens...

Mazsport midpipe and gaskets with some scratching from bottoming out coming in and out of the garage....,

clear corners (yo),

Oh, and 11 quarts of rotary premix. Doubt the Kia will need that.

 

Would this get me to pass emissions? Failed twice and ordered a RP Super-Cat but if this will do it.....

 

Sounds like you've got a really good handle on where you're going with this, Steve.

The Fiesta and Mazda 2 are pretty intriguing. From what I hear, Ford broke from their typical pattern and adopted the Euro version of the Fiesta without dumbing it down and screwing it up, changing only the bumpers to conform to US regs and the suspension to accommodate the extra weight that entailed.

I'm very interested to see what kind of incentives Mazda offers on the 2.

I just went through the buying process with one of my daughters (Marina replaced the Bonneville that went into self-destruct mode) and after we did a lot of homework she ended up with a really nice deal on a new, though rather basic, Mazda 3. If you want the benefit of what we learned feel free to touch base.

 

I wouldn't bet on it honestly... i got this to keep me legal in my autocross class... Which it did intermittently.

Highway and cruising it did the trick to keep the CEL off, but when I started to hammer on it the CEL came on.

 

Thanks I'll stick with the RP then. I'll PM. I'd go with the Focus!

 

I like the fiesta and 2, but moreso the ford, it's pretty stylish. How much for the air diversion panel?

 

Chad: locals will get the first run at everything to save on shipping on paypal, then what doesn't sell here I'll post with prices in the Classifieds forum.

 

I would drive, I have many times to get stuff from Ohio guys. Gives me a reason to go somewhere I wouldn't normally go.

 

Those are not grocery getters. You need to have enough space in the car to fit at least one bag of groceries... Those are commuter cars intended to be driven to work and back and not to provide much utility at all.

FWIW if I was in your position I would consider a 4 door 4-banger as your 'grocery getter'. A 4dr civic, a mazda3 hatchback (not a speed which still gets crap mileage), a focus, or something else in that vein would probably be more up your alley.

Honestly you're talking about a car that you can daily drive for 7-10 years then plan on 4 doors. Trust me on that one.

 

All of those cars have 4 doors...

Both the Mazda 2 and fiesta in the US market will be 4 door sedans and hatchbacks... at least initially.

 

No ****. How the hell do they fit 4 doors on the 2 and fiesta? I just looked at a picture of the 2 and it looks like it's a smaller set of rear doors than the 8's suicide doors. Crazy little Euro's/Japanese.

 

Mazda 2 Cargo volume:

Rear seats up - 13.3
Rear Seats Down: 27.8

Mazda 3 Hatch Cargo Volume: 17.0

 

Earthquake!! You guys feel that? Thought I was back in California for a minute there.

 

Its probably just gas...

 

Hey everyone, stopping in to say hi. I see ive been missing a lot of action. Hope everyone is doing well.

 

A Monster Miata seems to fit most of your criteria.

 

10k + for an NA miata is really pushing it.

However... if the Bronco engine remains functional when whatever is going to die on the car finally dies. (my money is on transmission)
I'd keep the 5.8 liter around for that reason.

Normally they put the 5 liter in... but I wouldn't retain the stock look. I'd just cut a hole in the hood and let the top end hang out.

 

Damn Steve, blown engine, sorry to hear it.

Anyway I'm also parting out my 8, trading it in for a 2010 speed 3 on monday. If anyone local wants some swag, let me know. Right now I have:

AEM CAI (silver) modified for turbo usage, however, should still fit N/A. For some reason I'm missing the 2 bolts to mount the thing.

A Borla Cat back, with about 15k on it.

RP supercat that occassionally throws the emission CEL, but otherwise appears ok.

Axial Flow Short Shifter (You know you want it)

I have all my parts from the turbo install, minus a working turbo if anyone is interested.

And a set of clear corners.

If you're interested, gimme a PM or post here.

Danc

 

Ohio brethren , i have a question. "who is your daddy, and what does he do"

But on a serious note, i have a streak on my windshield that wont go away. Im at a loss.

https://i.imgur.com/0AX2i.jpg

PS, took that on my Evo. HOLLER!

 

What is it?

Tree Sap? Bug? Golf Ball?

If its scratched into the window, I'd make a call to the insurance company. Normally they have free glass repair so you don't open a claim for a new windshield when it does spider out...

But its so hard to tell from the pic exactly what's going on.

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In other news: for those that expressed interest in parts, speak now. They'll be going on the sale thread here in a few days.

Lastly...

Any interest in planning a meet for the following weekends after the holiday? 11th or 18th? We haven't gotten together as a group in awhile. Just throwing that out there to see if there is any interest.

 

To anyone interested: I want to get rid of some parts! With that said, I'm going to offer some deals to the locals that are interested in picking up said parts.

Borla Catback: See pictures below, less than 20k miles, tips are in good shape, $400.

1st Gen AFE Short Shifter: $175

Clear Corners: Removed reflectors look great, on for about 5k miles, $70

 

its not a crack, its just a streak. Its the best pic i could get because straight on my camera would most likely not see it. Its smooth to the glass and just wont come out.

 

Either day would probably work for me.

 

18th would work for me

 

11th I'll be in New York for the Finger Lakes National Tour, and the 18th I'll be in Toledo for the Pro Solo.

So, I'm out.