Science Abuse Posted July 12, 2012 Report Share Posted July 12, 2012 Used to have a 4000lb car equipped with 190rwhp that went that fast. BRZ is a decent car... but that's all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsey Posted July 12, 2012 Report Share Posted July 12, 2012 didnt seem wot to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coltboostin Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 and for $30k can do everything else well, too. Miata+30k=space shuttle. At least in my hands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trouble Maker Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 Miata+30k=space shuttle. Did you see that Flyin Miata has an LSx swap kit for Miatas now? :megusta: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draco-REX Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 A boosted Miata was my backup plan. But a LSx Miata? On a mild tune, I could see that. But it seems WAY too easy to end up with something nearly undriveable. Scary as fuck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuicedH22 Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 I will just leave this right here (kid from cincy) http://www.ft86club.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=8589&stc=1&d=1339807882 http://www.ft86club.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=8590&stc=1&d=1339807882 Hey everyone. I'm the idiot that crashed the FR-S. Not really sure where to begin, so I'll start with how it happened. I was on my way to lunch with a coworker. There's a right turn I've taken a million times over the past 4 years that's very wide and has huge visibility, and I would sometimes get on the gas a little in my B16-swapped CRX through the turn. I never went over the speed limit, and I only did it if there was absolutely no one else around. Being a FWD, the front tires would break free a little and it would make the turn a bit more fun. Well, before leaving work I decided it would be a good idea to turn off the traction control and try something similar in the FR-S. That was my first mistake. I entered the turn at about 20mph, and halfway through it I got on the gas and I honestly can't remember exactly what happened after that. I remember being extremely surprised and then all of a sudden I was careening for a telephone pole, and then bam. I don't even think I hit the brakes. I must've hit the clutch pedal at some point because the car was still running when I stopped. Both airbags deployed. My passenger said he didn't even touch the airbag, I grazed it a little bit and it felt like I got hit in the face with a soft pillow. I must've been going 15-20mph at the impact. I couldn't believe how much the car just crumpled. I just looked at it and sat on the ground. I can't even describe to you the feeling of seeing it like that. I just wanted to cry. I'm 24 years old, been driving since 16, and this is my first accident/ticket. I was ticketed for "failure to maintain reasonable control", which honestly was extremely generous given the circumstances. I feel like the world's biggest idiot. I feel like I've shamed myself and done a huge disservice to the community. Sorry just doesn't say enough. I swore I wouldn't be one of those guys everyone was saying would do something stupid and wreck the car and drive up the insurance rates. Now I'm not only that guy, but it seems I'm the _first_ guy. Not exactly the best way to make an impression. I want you guys to know that I truly feel awful about the whole thing. I am truly sorry for letting my fellow FR-S owners down, and through making a complete ass out of myself, I feel I've learned a valuable lesson, albeit a hard one. I know some of you (a lot of you) will hate me, call me an idiot, tell me I shouldn't have even tried anything like that on a public road, etc. And I agree with you 100%. I made a stupid, stupid, irresponsible choice, and now I'm paying for it. I don't think any of you can hate me more than I hate myself. I hope I can stand as an example of what can happen even at relatively low speeds when you're being stupid. Please for the love of god don't be me. Drive safe, keep traction control on on public roads, and don't try to be Ken Block. Unless you are Ken Block, in which case, keep being awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got-Boost? Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 I'm glad they are slow, just think if those kids had another 100-200hp+ in one of those things... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 I'm glad they are slow, just think if those kids had another 100-200hp+ in one of those things... :lolguy: Good point. If you can't control 1xxrwhp... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draco-REX Posted July 13, 2012 Report Share Posted July 13, 2012 FWD has ruined more drivers.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.