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cazwizzle

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  • Birthday 08/09/1974

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    2011 Legacy GT S2

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  1. I’ve had my 2018 Stinger GT2 AWD for a year now. I drove my 2011 Legacy GT S2 for 7 years and clocked over 100K miles. I loved that car and wouldn’t buy anything until I found something I liked better. I still like the Stinger better. Flaking paint was mostly a problem with yellow Stingers and Kia has taken back affected cars with compensation or repainted at owner’s discretion. I still don’t miss the thin paint Subaru used on my (and every other) Legacy. Between that and CVT transmission, I doubt I’ll ever own another Subaru again.
  2. I struggled with color choice because I was so used to the sleeper aspect of driving my 2011 LGT for 7 years. I was torn between the more subdued ceramic grey (with 2-tone red interior) and the more common but striking red (with black interior). Ultimately, I chose the red car because it just looks so damn good on the Kia Stinger GT and the dealer made me an offer I couldn't refuse with $3K off MSRP which was a few dollars less than invoice pricing. I don't regret the decision, but I am still trying to get used to all the attention that the red Kia Stinger gets on the street.
  3. In stock tune running 93 octane gas, the Stinger is quicker than my 2011 Legacy GT stage 2 w/dynotune on same gas. Top end is stronger, and most importantly? The Stinger is SMOOTH upon acceleration and at speed. I recall reading reviews of Subarus that claimed they were fairly unrefined, and I honestly had no idea until buying the Stinger. Night/Day difference in driving experience. Truthfully, while I had always heard about grand touring/grand tourismo cars, but with the Kia Stinger GT, I now understand what it means. I'm also pleased with the AWD performance in the snow while driving the Kia Stinger GT. Different than Subaru, but definitely up to the task here in one of the snowiest parts of the US.
  4. "But it's a Kia" will be heard a lot, but I can attest that is utter BS. Amazing car in stock tune, and I can't wait to see what the aftermarket will provide. My LGT taught me that I would be rewarded with patience, and the potential of the Stinger is insane.
  5. Just bought a 2018 Kia Stinger GT2 AWD after a test drive when the dealer agreed to sell it at invoice. It's an amazing car for those who don't suffer from marque snobbery.
  6. It seems that the market for sporty(ish) sedans with AWD is heating up. First we had the Ford Fusion Sport w/twin turbo transverse V6 & AWD. Now, the Kia Stinger with longitudinal twin turbo V6 and AWD has surfaced (http://www.motortrend.com/news/kia-stinger-gt-first-look/). It's really too bad that Subaru doesn't have the desire to make a Legacy GT replacement, because it looks like more automakers are getting into the market.
  7. I just got my LGT back after having 2013 springs & Bilstein shocks/struts installed. The difference in handling is EPIC! With custom stage 2 tune the car used to squat massively in rear and front would rise up when I punched it in a straight line. Wallowing in corners and floating over bumps was the norm with 80K on the stock suspension. Now the car feels tight, maybe even a little rough riding over irregular roads. I suspect this may improve as everything settles in over the next few hundred miles though. I do have a question re: alignment that those with expertise may be able to answer. The shop performing the alignment is showing irregular camber on right front & rear wheels (see https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/16137147/alignment.pdf), telling me there is no adjustment. Is this correct? Should I be concerned? Any suggestions for a fix?
  8. It's rather sad to me that the closest alternative replacement for the LGT is the upcoming 2017 Ford Fusion Sport w/twin turbo 2.7L V6 & AWD w/325HP & 380FP for ~$35K. I've never been that big a fan of Ford, nor the other domestics now that I've been spoiled by my Subaru LGT and Toyota Sequoia. The LGT was my 1st Subaru and I've really become a HUGE fan of the effectiveness of Subaru AWD here in Syracuse NY where we average 10 feet of snow per season. I'm not so sure that the Ford Fusion AWD system will be anywhere near as effective, and since I put ~20K miles per year on my commuting vehicle, that's a serious concern. I've read that the new Lincoln MKZ & Continental will be optionally available with the same "torque-vectoring" AWD setup as the Ford Focus RS, and wonder if that would compete better with Subaru AWD. I've been considering getting a powerful, dynamic RWD car to drive for 6 months, and then relegate my LGT to winter driving status for the rest of the year, but I'm not sure it would be worth it to me to maintain 2 separate commuter vehicles in terms of maintenance, repairs, insurance, etc. As a replacement for my Legacy GT, I've put together a short list of ~$34-45K vehicles in no particular order: 1. CPO Lexus GS 350 AWD 2. CPO Lexus LS 460 AWD 3. CPO Volvo V60 R-design or Polestar AWD 3. 2017 Ford Fusion Sport AWD 4. 2017 Mazda CX-9 AWD (no sports car, but a cool vehicle. Imagine a Mazda 6 2.5 turbo AWD!) 5. 2018 Subaru WRX (pending redesign specifics of course!)
  9. Received damper delete valve today and ordered Southbend Stage 2 Daily which should arrive next week, then it's back in the shop to hopefully get this clutch done right this time!
  10. Summary: CM FX350 with horrible judder and sounds like something may be loose in tranny. 1 month Break-in was wonderful, but problems started shortly afterward. I had the FX350 installed in mid-August and think it needs to go now. I'm afraid to drive it for fear of doing serious damage to transmission. Full thread: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/cm-fx350-clutch-woes-alreadyi-230968.html?t=230968
  11. This is an interesting point! I don't race my car or really launch it hard during driving. I do like the torque made available at lower RPMs, especially in 2nd gear. There are also a couple of local on-ramps that are fun to test the limits on, but that's about it for me. This whole experience has really got me spooked regarding aftermarket clutches in general, and anything designed for to handle more power as the materials used seem to wear out so much more quickly. Do you think that a new OEM clutch paired with damper valve delete would work for me? I'd just like to get an honest 30-40K out of a clutch without too much fuss!
  12. Ask if they are still offering the lifetime alignment for $160. I got this on my SUV and then my LGT a few months later for the same price, just by asking. Great deal!
  13. This is a great insight. Can anyone elaborate on the pros/cons of the Bilstein/RCE combo vs. TARMAC ZERO coilovers? I can hardly believe we have so many awesome aftermarket options given the low-volume production of the LGT. Except, these also fit the 2.5i and 3.6R, right?
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