I am really digging the RAV-4, I have been seeing alot of them lately and I am really starting to like them. I would love to have a WRX, but I think they are out of my price range. And the CR-V is ok, I like but its not my favorite.

 

If u have the money get the WRX but if not i would get the CRV over the RAV4

 

Your going from a GSR to a SUV? Plan on being bored as hell. People with shitty cars would kill for your GSR that your going to sell for some weak *** SUV? Why? Dont do it.
gmoore

 

Im getting tired of people revving on me, staring at me, worrying about if my car is going to be there the next day.

And another thing is my car has some problems, I cant go on long trips unless about 5 quarts of OIL with me, because it burns 2 quarts in 200 miles. I was told that I need a new engine cause the piston rings might be bad.

I am only thinking of it, if I can get a good deal on a WRX, I would do it, but I also have to look at insurance, and it will be expensive.

 

Do you still have a warranty?

Have you done a compression/leakdown test to see what the problem is? It may be a weekend downtime with a Helms manual, some tools and new piston rings...

 

i got quoted on insurance for a wrx...compared to my insurance for my 2001 gsr..the insurance for the 2003 wrx was cheaper! i will probably end up getting a wrx once i am done w/ the military.

 

No, the warranty ran out last year!

No I have not done a copression/leakdown test, I dont know how. And where can I get a helms manual?


[Modified by mikeSONICGSR, 9:14 PM 2/1/2003]

 

http://www.helminc.com or post a WTB...IM sure someone has one for sale here.

Your dealership should be able to perform the test for you, or any good mechanic in the area...shouldnt be too expensive at all.

 

If you don't have the $ for the WRX you should look at the Outback Sport. It's the same chassis as the WRX wagon. Of course it's not as fast but will still stomp the rav4 and crv. You can also use WRX aftermarket or stock suspension components for upgrades. It has the 2.5 liter that was in the old 2.5RS.

 

Subaru WRX.

 

needing new piston rings does not equate to needing a new motor....im sure a bunch of people on here would be willing to help you out with some piston ring help, especially if it means keeping your gsr

(wish i could help, but i really dont have hands-on block experience)

 

Well that is what a mechanic told me, I was thinking of just leaving it the way it was and keep putting oil in it. I want to find a beater car that I can drive, so I can have someone fix it, or try to work on it myself.

 

oh yea, i dont think "getting revved on" is a big factor in this decision...or else you wouldnt be lookin at the scooby.

 

That is true, I guess I dont really know what I want!

 

i think i know what u want..227hp..allwheeldrive..turbo...four doors(easyaccessforbabyseatandboningtomakebabiesfo rbabyseat)...etc. (all in bone stock trim).


[Modified by _JASON_, 1:23 AM 2/2/2003]

 

Yeah that sounds sweet!!!!

Its like I want to get away from it, but I just cant!

 

I say go get yourself a beater and fix up your 'teg. Piston Rings defniately don't involve a whole new motor. It shouldn't be too hard to fix

 

I just did an insurance quote thru http://www.kbb.com and the WRX is cheaper than a RAV4.

 

I say WRX all the way....

 

well, your decision is pretty much made for you.

 

if your thinking of honda suv check out the pilot or element. i think both are new this year.

 

I HAVE A RAV-4 and its weak, i like my montero better its can acutally do donuts! Go wit the WRX or EVO 8!

 

I have an appointment tomorrow for the WRX for a test drive, I really dont think I would be able to afford one, unless I would get a good deal!

 

misubishi evo 8, mitsu sets up really good financing plans, well by what i hear on the radio and tv!

 

The EVO 8 will probably be almost 30K if not more, so that would be out of the question.