If it would serve no purpose then why is there one on the rear from the factory? Serious question Im not trying to be a smart ass.

 

I also think the bar is negligible. But why do some other cars with double wishbones like FD RX-7 and NC MX-5 come with front bracing?

 

Strut tower bars make 0 difference for double A arm suspension. They make tons of difference for mcphersons though


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strut_bar

 

I used to have an ASM 4 point brace, and felt a difference on the track. The front end felt more predictable over mid-corner bumps and the steering communicated more sharply/directly. Unfortunately I had to remove it because of a new intake setup. Some say it makes a difference, some say it doesn't. The best way to know for sure is to try one yourself. I recommend the ASM 4 point or replica of one.

 

Ah, now 4 point brace, that's a bit different. That should have noticeable effects because it stiffens the entire front end by tying into the fire wall

 

He's referring to the bar I linked in my previous post, it ties the lower subframe at the steering rack bolts to the shock tower bolts. That bar does make a difference in chassis rigidity.

 

Oh damn! Well if Wiki said so...