Random observations after 8 days of ownership
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[QUOTE=plutonium239,Jul 9 2007, 06:46 AM] Despite being only 2.2 liters, does not mind driving around at low rpms.
Even on a cold morning, with the top down, the heater works great.
The AC also works great in such a small cabin.
Corners very well yet is just as smooth as my g35 on the open road.
I rather like the slight whine from the engine.
Thirsty for a 4 banger
Even on a cold morning, with the top down, the heater works great.
The AC also works great in such a small cabin.
Corners very well yet is just as smooth as my g35 on the open road.
I rather like the slight whine from the engine.
Thirsty for a 4 banger
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Originally Posted by MattG,Jul 11 2007, 12:41 AM
Considering people leave the car parked with the roof down, I think the gas door release is in a great spot as it is inaccessible when the door is shut/locked. Ever wonder why the boot release is in a lockable compartment?
Fuel gauge - why do you want to run down to empty anyway? I usually fill up when I have a couple bars left (AP1).
Fuel economy - did you work this out properly or are you just guessing due to your inaccurate fuel gauge? Above 5.5-6K rpm really sucks up the juice.
Fuel gauge - why do you want to run down to empty anyway? I usually fill up when I have a couple bars left (AP1).
Fuel economy - did you work this out properly or are you just guessing due to your inaccurate fuel gauge? Above 5.5-6K rpm really sucks up the juice.
2. we want a fairly accurate gauge? why not?
3. a 2800-lb 2-liter 4-cylinder car that gets 20mpg around town.. is really not all that great (yes its a sports car but just sayin...)
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I almost got stuck because the last bars fooled me once when I was on a road trip. I had to drive like 25 miles with no bars. It sucked. I turned off the AC and rolled up the windows in 90 degree weather.
I was never so happy in all my life to see a gas station.
I was never so happy in all my life to see a gas station.
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Originally Posted by KiRiMa,Jul 9 2007, 08:59 AM
Just traded in my '04 Civic Si HB for a '03 GPW AP1 2 weeks ago as well. I love the handling and the abundance of aftermarket parts for these cars.I'm suffering from option anxiety!!! 
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New owner here as well and I agree that the gas gauge is tricky! As for the radio, I actually use the mode button instead of pressing on the radio. It is easier to use and I can keep my eyes on the road. I keep the radio cover closed because my knee hits it everytime I get into the cockpit. 
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