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What hot hatch do you own? This poll is closed. |
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| Golf GTI / R / R32 |
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196 | 0.02% |
| Impreza WRX / STi |
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133 | 0.01% |
| Mazdaspeed 3 |
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92 | 0.01% |
| Veloster Turbo |
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20 | 0.00% |
| Focus ST |
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149 | 0.01% |
| Other Hot Hatch |
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230 | 0.02% |
| Elantra GT |
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1000001 | 99.92% |
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Hello hot hatch thread I can participate properly here in a few months.   1989 Nissan March Super Turbo, in Europe as the Micra. 1000cc homologation car, 5 speed, FWD, LSD, turbo and super charged. 70k miles total and unmodified. Going to take a while to get from Japan to here unfortunately.
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Nov 19, 2021 18:25
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Now that is loving cool
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Nov 19, 2021 18:48
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loving awesome right there.
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Nov 19, 2021 18:49
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That is awesome, can't wait to hear impressions when you get it.
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Nov 19, 2021 19:09
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Those shot up in value crazy after the mighty car mods feature length film on Marty's acquisition of one, didn't they?
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Nov 19, 2021 20:52
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Dope!
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Nov 19, 2021 20:56
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KakerMix posted:Hello hot hatch thread I can participate properly here in a few months. Hell yes
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Nov 19, 2021 21:05
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Bajaha posted:Those shot up in value crazy after the mighty car mods feature length film on Marty's acquisition of one, didn't they? They did yeah, but because of the New Way™, anything interesting has gone vertical in value. I've been chasing one of these down since we started importing, but as you can imagine there aren't many and when they do come up it's common to seem them roached. Was quite lucky on this one, didn't seem like there were many people after it and, considering where the value is going for these, it was a really great buy. Downside is it is leaking oil (from the valve cover from what they can see) and the right side axle boot is torn. We're getting that taken care of while its still in Japan (along with whatever else it needs).
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Nov 19, 2021 21:38
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Turbo and super 1000cc? Whaaaat? I adore that thing.
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Nov 20, 2021 05:44
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Rolo posted:Turbo and super 1000cc? Whaaaat? No, no, no. 1000 cc, turbo AND supercharger!
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Nov 20, 2021 18:29
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KakerMix posted:
Magnificent and magical. i rarely dont want to mess with a car but that thing is  e: you are keeping it right?
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Nov 20, 2021 20:03
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sneakyfrog posted:e: you are keeping it right? 
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Nov 21, 2021 04:41
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Just passed ~30k miles in my FoST so this past weekend I decided to take care of my "get ready for winter" + general maintenance that I've been neglecting. Filters, plugs, oil change, coolant, etc but primarily I finally did my FoRS Front Brembos + FoRS Rear Frankenbrake upgrade and wow. What a huge difference. Easily the best upgrade I've done to the way the car "feels" while driving. Highly suggest anyone out there who's stock brakes might be getting a bit weary to go this route. Super easy install and overall not a huge price difference vs just replacing with stock or aftermarket stuff and basically pennies compared to any of the aftermarket BBK's. The pedal feel and the smooth/linear pressure of them is just soooo much nicer compared to stock. Got me very excited for when I get my new DWS06+ tires mounted up this weekend, should feel like a whole new car.
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Nov 24, 2021 09:58
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Rolo posted:Turbo and super 1000cc? Whaaaat? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIQGkaMunYc sneakyfrog posted:Magnificent and magical. There is no 'place' for it besides "heh cool" but I don't know, if I'm compelled to keep it I'll do so. I doubt it though! Will have fun with it for a bit at least.
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Nov 25, 2021 17:43
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Sounds like GR Corolla might actually be a go for the US market? Hype if true https://www.motortrend.com/news/toyota-gr-corolla-rumors
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Dec 1, 2021 15:59
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Enos Cabell posted:Sounds like GR Corolla might actually be a go for the US market? Hype if true That is a very ugly car though.
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Dec 1, 2021 18:08
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GR Yaris or go to hell
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Dec 1, 2021 18:11
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Both the Yaris and Corolla are ugly, but I’ll be damned if it doesn’t make me excited. I want that goofy handbrake setup and the 60/40 split drive ratios.
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Dec 1, 2021 18:19
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Enos Cabell posted:Sounds like GR Corolla might actually be a go for the US market? Hype if true if Toyota pulls this off with ~280hp, and AWD as the rumors are circulating, and manages to keep the price down it'll be a smash. I have this sinking feeling it's going to be like $39,000 + ADM though
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Dec 1, 2021 18:24
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Monkey Fracas posted:GR Yaris or go to hell
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Dec 1, 2021 18:25
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Monkey Fracas posted:GR Yaris or go to hell 
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Dec 1, 2021 18:29
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Is this going to be one of those cases where ROW gets the homologation special (Yaris GR) and we get a watered down car with a badge to please the general market?
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Dec 1, 2021 18:45
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BlackMK4 posted:Is this going to be one of those cases where ROW gets the homologation special (Yaris GR) and we get a watered down car with a badge to please the general market? Yes but I still want one. Hoping it's more special than just the drivetrain and suspension/brake upgrades but they wouldn't be able to get it to pass US regulations if they gave it the GR Yaris treatment. Hoping it's under 40k!
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Dec 1, 2021 18:51
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They could beat the pants off Hyundai and everyone else if they priced it near 35, but I doubt that will happen. The GR86 isn’t insanely expensive, but doesn’t have nearly as much as this is teasing.
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Dec 1, 2021 18:54
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Is there any chance the GR Corolla will have a dual-clutch of some sort? I strongly doubt it, but it would be nice. I've got manuals in other cars, my daily really has to have an automatic and I love my dual-clutch.
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Dec 1, 2021 19:09
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A dual clutch would be great, I'd settle for the ZF 8-speed they put in the Supra(and a lot of cars use). But this is Toyota and unless the car costs $50k+ it will probably have either no automatic or something slow from a Rav4. And don't forget a lackluster interior, somewhere between Honda and Mazda. Or, it will be a really neat car not offered on this continent.
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Dec 1, 2021 22:02
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Coolnezzz posted:Yes but I still want one. Hoping it's more special than just the drivetrain and suspension/brake upgrades but they wouldn't be able to get it to pass US regulations if they gave it the GR Yaris treatment. Hoping it's under 40k! Please to explain. Why can't the GR Yaris pass US regulations? I would've pre-ordered one if it had actually come to the US. 
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Dec 1, 2021 22:59
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The Corolla is going to be manual only IIRC. Also yeah there's no way in the planet they're going to federalize the Yaris for the US to bring it here. The Corolla looks rad and only weighs 3000lbs in normal guise so the only thing left to screw up is pricing it next to the CTR without offering nearly as much value MetaJew posted:Please to explain. Why can't the GR Yaris pass US regulations? I would've pre-ordered one if it had actually come to the US. Well, the Yaris in general is no longer sold in the US so they'd need to do all of the legalization for that model just to get this sporty version. And the US spent a decade telling Toyota they didn't want Yarises or any other small cars Also some details from TFA: quote:While the GR Yaris, designed from the wheels up to compete in the World Rally Championship, shares only its front and rear lights, exterior rear-view mirrors, and the roof -mounted antenna with the XP210 Yaris launched in 2020, the GR Corolla will share most of its basic structural and body hardware with the regular E210 Corolla hatchback. It will, however, get aggressive front and rear fascias, with a deeper spoiler and splitter up front and GR badging on the grille. It'll be finished off with a currently fashionable faux diffuser at the rear, with a single big-bore exhaust outlet on either side. So over 260hp, 6 speed only, AWD. The base hatchback weighs 3000lbs and costs $26k. If they keep this in the low 30s and the weight down it could be an absolute screamer. If it's $40k and 3400lbs then it'll be a bit let down MunchE fucked around with this message at 23:11 on Dec 1, 2021 |
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Dec 1, 2021 23:02
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MetaJew posted:Please to explain. Why can't the GR Yaris pass US regulations? I would've pre-ordered one if it had actually come to the US. MunchE posted:Well, the Yaris in general is no longer sold in the US so they'd need to do all of the legalization for that model just to get this sporty version. And the US spent a decade telling Toyota they didn't want Yarises or any other small cars What MunchE said, it costs a lot of money to federalize a new car for sale in the US, usually far more than profits of a low production run special car like the GR Yaris would bring in, especially with the base model no longer being sold here to due the fact that the average American hates small cars. Also I think even if we did have the base Yaris here still, it would also require additional federalization processes due to the changes made in the body to lower the roof, etc.
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Dec 1, 2021 23:09
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the only reason the zf is in the supra is because it's a bmw platform and assembled in a factory in austria
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Dec 1, 2021 23:10
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MetaJew posted:Please to explain. Why can't the GR Yaris pass US regulations? I would've pre-ordered one if it had actually come to the US. There’s a ratio of weight/passengers/vehicle “class” to MPG that must be observed, and a tiny compact car that gets “medium car” MPG is a no-no. Toyota would need to either make it a more fuel efficient small car or a larger car/truck
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Dec 1, 2021 23:11
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The Aussies have taken this motor and chassis to the extremes already and are continuing to push it. I LOVE that the first major power mod for these guys was a Motec ECU and a tune from a pro. I highly recommend the entire series, these guys seem like fun and they use an excellent tuner. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V09Bd5vfmy4 The motor will be legendary and this car is literally the only thing I am interested in IRT new cars right now.
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Dec 2, 2021 03:37
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Can you actually buy one though? The Toyota NZ website basically says 'lol no, but give us your email address and we'll try and sell you a Fortuner or something'
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Dec 2, 2021 03:51
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dissss posted:Can you actually buy one though? The Toyota NZ website basically says 'lol no, but give us your email address and we'll try and sell you a Fortuner or something' As an American I cannot speak for that but I plan on pestering the dealers in my area about ordering a GR Corolla as soon as we hear more concrete evidence it's coming here with the same motor and AWD system! FWIW I have been following the GR Yaris since it was first announced and I wish SO VERY MUCH we could get a new car like that here in the land of regulations.
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Dec 2, 2021 03:55
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What’s the next step “up” from a GTI/R? I can get nearly what I paid for my 17 for trade in and something a touch larger would be nice now that the kid is here. What’s that sporty Audi sedan folks like?
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Dec 2, 2021 16:41
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Warbird posted:What’s the next step “up” from a GTI/R? I can get nearly what I paid for my 17 for trade in and something a touch larger would be nice now that the kid is here. What’s that sporty Audi sedan folks like? The RS6 Avant lol.
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Dec 2, 2021 17:09
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Rolo posted:The RS6 Avant lol. I mean, yeah lol but probably you want the S3
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Dec 2, 2021 17:11
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S3 pricewise seems about the same as a Golf R, at least for me shopping for slightly used ones the past few months. I'd be interested to know how they compare, both from a fun/sporty standpoint and a luxury/comfort one.
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Dec 2, 2021 20:07
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I'm a lowly GTI guy that hasn't driven either an R or S3, but from what I gather they are drat close on the fun/sporty side. You're basically trading the utility of a hatch for some extra comfort/luxury in the sedan.
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Dec 2, 2021 20:18
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The 2022 S3 yellow is so good looking to me. Give me more yellow cars, hatchback god!
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