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As a former MR2 owner/driver, I think I can say you will enjoy the SVX a lot....if you are looking to move up to a grand touring machine.
IMHO, if there is a more affordable Grand Touring machine than the SVX I've never seen it. Closest Japanese comparison would be a NA Supra, but the SVX has a superior ride, a smoother feel, and of course AWD. Closest world competitor might be a Porsche 928 (but horsepower comparisons are a bit skewed there). BTW, My oldest son is driving a 91 NA MR2 now. I doubt a more reliable sports car was ever made, especially the NA model - I mean a Camry engine - what more could be asked for (besides more power - which Yamaha gladly supplied in the turbo model). Have you seen the Sports Compact issue where they stuff a Lexus V-6 into the MR2? Can't wait until they throw on the promised supercharger. |
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cool, another MR2 owner looking to buy a SVX. Where is it if I may ask? I am somewhat near you, and want to know if we're looking at the same one. If so, it may not be worth it for me to waste the trip. Let me know.
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Nope, not the same one. Im thinking about looking at one this weekend in VT, so I was curious if you had seen it/were going to buy it so I could save myself the trip.
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As a college student, I would like to submit that the SVX is very reliable (even as a 4-owner fleet car); I have had no problem except for a tranny replacement (I've put ~20k on it since I bought it about a year ago). I've just been keeping up with the maintenace on it. There are things that do cause minor problems (O2 sensors, TPSs, Park-lever inhibitor) but I've put off replacing them because they are avoidable. I would recommend getting a warranty; one may be harder to find now that it's 11 years old but I found a 4-year/48000 powertrain that replaced my transmission with a used-rebuilt with no hassle at all.
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Hay, Wana and Gimp you Guys should try to get to the Tri-state meet in Mass. this weekend, seems your not that far away. Check the upcoming meets forum if you want details.
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IMHO, if there is a more affordable Grand Touring machine than the SVX I've never seen it. Closest Japanese comparison would be a NA Supra, but the SVX has a superior ride, a smoother feel, and of course AWD. Closest world competitor might be a Porsche 928 (but horsepower comparisons are a bit skewed there).
Lee (and others), where would you place the original Lexus SC400 Coupe in the comparison? Aside from the rear wheel drive, I'd say it's a close call. Introduced in '92, expensive (50K), loaded with advanced electronic goodies, heavy (3700 lbs), seats 4 (OK, but better than a Porsche or Supra), 260Hp V8, (half-flat). AND...from what I hear, extremely reliable, just like uh... Oh, well. Yeah, I know, the windows aren't all that funny either. Still, I've had my eyes on these beasts too. Hmmm.... Ron.
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What would an SC400 sell for today though?
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hey wantasvx
just wondering how you found this board?? did you happen to see the posts on the mr2 board and found yourself over?? i love my svx... but its in the shop right now, and for the meanwhile, i'm driving a 91 n/a mr2 that i picked up in the absence of the svx...
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i found it myself on i did most of my reserch on www.subarusvx.com then i wanted to ask so real owners how they like the car.
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Hey, considering you're referred to obliquely in my posting, I don't think you have room to talk |
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