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The ralliarts are ok, it's just standard lancer with a nicer gearbox/engine and evo 9 awd

Brakes are very much street spec, don't expect them to handle much spirited stopping before fading, suspension/back end feels a little nervous in higher speed corners. Disregard what the gearbox service intervals are in the manual , 40k km or less if driven hard and then change the filter and oil.

Mum just bought a 2012 Honda Vibe-S. Such a cute little car and I never thought i'd say it but it has such a nifty, useful interior: loads of room for such a tiny car. VTEC will kick in on the way to Coles for sure.

In other news, PowerFC tune booked in for next Monday @ Chequered, can't wait!

In other news, PowerFC tune booked in for next Monday @ Chequered, can't wait!

Curious when you sent the original booking message and how long they took to reply

Im also trying to book my car in lol, considering going elsewhere if it takes too long

Cat took a while to reply to my first few messages, but they have just gotten back from Xmas break and apparently had like 200~ enquiries over that period lol.

Try calling instead of messaging!

Yeah I know they just got back from their break

She normally replies in the order she receives the messages

So was just curious when you sent your message so I have an idea where I sit in the queue :)

Yeah I know they just got back from their break

She normally replies in the order she receives the messages

So was just curious when you sent your message so I have an idea where I sit in the queue :)

Sent 1st message last Wednesday, didn't hear back for 2 days, got impatient and called.

Jumped the queue? Maybe.

10's start at double what a standard 7 is worth.

pretty sure this is what he meant by trading up ;)

They are a good option if you were going to buy/lease one new and novate or salary package.

As a second hand car and something bang for buck, 10 doesn't come close to 7-8. 8 with the 6spd is currently best bang for buck imo. 6 months ago it was the 7, but the 8's have come down.

Just have a look at prices of 9's they are stupidly expensive.

and this is exactly why I have a 7

build my simulator you ass

you want a simulator of scott's ass...

even for you that's gay

anyone been in a current ralliart?

what's the interior quality like? I know it came out 4-5 years ago, has it had any updates?

Madden's brother has one in Brissy.

It's an ok car, but requires a tune big time. There is no power what so ever under 4K, they have neutered the poor thing.

Also fuel consumption is not a strong point (13L/100 is their average).

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