inthedeck Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 So, after waiting for approx. 6 weeks, I finally dropped off the WRX wagon -- only to pick up the GT Sedan (non-ltd.). Silver. 5MT, STi STS kit, all weather mats, wheel locks, momo shift knob, STi pedals, subwoofer/amp, security upgrade, and the air filtration kit. Also kept the rubber cargo liner from the wagon...so as to keep the trunk clean...and to be able to leave wet umrebllas, etc on the rubber, vs. the carpet. Took it out for a drive...and it was nice. I am following the same break-in method I did for the WRX...and so far so good. It's hard, but hey, initial care will lead to a lifetime worth of trouble free motoring. Keeping RPM's below 4K, car under 60 MPH, and slipping the clutch (esp. in 1st), etc. Fits 5 people pretty nicely (with 3 heavier people in the back seat -- who did not complain as they did in the WRX wagon, before this). This mind you, while I was driving in Astoria and parts of Jackson Heights (Queens). Also drove a little stretch of I-678 (VWE) to get to the Whitestone Br. and heard NO complaints -- neither did anyone feel nautious. The stereo is MUCH better compared to that of the WRX (maybe just cause I don't have the wagon anymore) but the bass is nice and tight (not overpowering, just right, IMHO). Treble is nice...and the midrange is finally a nice addition. Speed is linear, and doesn't seem to lag (but then again, I am not hitting it hard), the auto climate control was easy to figure out (did not see the need to test the heated seats), and the gauges are all nice. There are multiple settings for the gauges, and it's nice to be able to do that. The STS is really nice...just a little tricky to use in first gear...but I am sure I will get used to it, and it will break in a little more. Definately feels nice over the stock shifter, etc. The Momo knob is good to feel...but not quite sure if I will keep it on there -- too early to tell. As for everything else, I am sure I will know more once I drive it a bit more. So far, so good...and can't wait to get home to drive it!! Darn car-pooling to work! Hehe. Will try to get some pics, when I have a chance to wash it, etc. later, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05LegacyGT330Ci Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Congratulations enjoy the car and definately get some pics up here as soon as you can. '05 Black Legacy GT Wagon 5-spd '02 Topaz/Black 330Ci 5-spd Drift Ryder's School of Rally Arts, coming to an Australia near you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axis008 Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Nice! Glad you finally got your car. How does that rubber liner you said you kept fit in the sedan? Did you have to trim it? -ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mccorry Posted August 25, 2004 Share Posted August 25, 2004 I guess I am alone in waiting now, eh?!?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agctr Posted August 25, 2004 Share Posted August 25, 2004 That is fantastic news, I sure you will have heaps of fun in the car and would like to see some pics as soon as you find enough time to get out of the drivers seat. Enjoy. Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 25, 2004 Author Share Posted August 25, 2004 thanks gentlemen...(and ladies, if any). The car is nice...just finished washing and waxing it. The claybar is AWESOME and does wonders. The paint on the car feels as smooth as glass -- took me long enough...it better. As for the cargo liner, axis, I didn't have to trim it. It's a hair small, but that's OK in my book (maybe about 2 inches on each side). It helps to have though...so I am glad the dealer didn't have a hissy fit when I took it out. And mccorry...another forum member, from NY, llmask, is waiting for his car too -- so don't worry, u are not alone. Thanks agctr...I am sure to find some time to take some pics (rather dark at this point...and my arms are tired!!) :lol: Later all, and thanks again. i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacy05GT Posted August 25, 2004 Share Posted August 25, 2004 Congrats, I'm picking my LGT sedan LTD up in 3 hours!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 25, 2004 Author Share Posted August 25, 2004 Nice, CONGRATS to you too! Hope you enjoy it as much as I am. Post some pics, when you have a chance!! Later, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godwhomismike Posted August 25, 2004 Share Posted August 25, 2004 [quote name='inthedeck']And mccorry...another forum member, from NY, llmask, is waiting for his car too -- so don't worry, u are not alone. i.[/quote] Congrats on the car. I'm waiting back from a quote from one place before I proceed with placing my deposit. As soon as I get rid of this feeling that I'm being screwed, I'll have my Legacy. - Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 25, 2004 Author Share Posted August 25, 2004 [quote name='godwhomismike'] Congrats on the car. I'm waiting back from a quote from one place before I proceed with placing my deposit. As soon as I get rid of this feeling that I'm being screwed, I'll have my Legacy. - Mike[/quote] Yeah, I hear ya Mike...the lease just doesn't seem to be cutting it...in terms of the numbers you posted in another thread. Personally, I wouldn't do it...but hey, I hope you get a good deal no matter what. And thanks, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEI99662 Posted August 25, 2004 Share Posted August 25, 2004 Congrats. :woowoo: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgeracer Posted August 26, 2004 Share Posted August 26, 2004 hey...I think I saw your car this morning on the Hutch in the Bx. It was around 730AM... "Gimme mines Balboa...Gimme mines".....Clubber Lang - Mr. T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 26, 2004 Author Share Posted August 26, 2004 Ridge...nope, wasn't me. I was still in the shower at that time...hehe. Must have been another with a silver one. I usually drive up north, to Purchase...via 95 to 287. I HATE the hutch north at that time in the morning...it's SOOOO SLOWWWW! :evil: Later, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
llmask Posted August 26, 2004 Share Posted August 26, 2004 DAMN IT IM STILL WAITING FOR IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! inthedeck is one lucky SOB - lol happy for u man, and im going to bug you for pointers on waxin the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 26, 2004 Author Share Posted August 26, 2004 Definately...llmask... It took a couple of hours, but I used a claybar (with solution) after I washed the car. Then, waxed it, and buffed it. Comes out smooth as silk. It's a wonder what claybars do...as I have never used them before. But now, I would never go without. It does add a little time to the process...but nothing too crazy. Later, and thanks to all, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtguy Posted August 26, 2004 Share Posted August 26, 2004 [quote name='inthedeck']Definately...llmask... It took a couple of hours, but I used a claybar (with solution) after I washed the car. Then, waxed it, and buffed it. Comes out smooth as silk. It's a wonder what claybars do...as I have never used them before. But now, I would never go without. It does add a little time to the process...but nothing too crazy. Later, and thanks to all, i.[/quote] Just don't use the claybar too often, or you can damage your paint. Generally, if you run you hand across the paint after the car has been washed and it feels rough all over the car, clay before waxing. Otherwise, just go ahead and wax. Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 26, 2004 Author Share Posted August 26, 2004 [quote name='gtguy'] Just don't use the claybar too often, or you can damage your paint. Generally, if you run you hand across the paint after the car has been washed and it feels rough all over the car, clay before waxing. Otherwise, just go ahead and wax. Kevin[/quote] Yeah, I figured once every six months or so should do the trick. I figure waxing it every couple of months should keep things nice and smooth. Thanks for the advice, anyhow. Later, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken S Posted August 26, 2004 Share Posted August 26, 2004 Claybars are pretty cool. And it's amazing how much stuff you can remove from your brand new car! Claying every 6 months sounds a little too often to me. If you wash your car weekly and clean/wax every few months, your claying intervals should be years. But YMMV especially if you live in an area of pine trees, big birds and industrial fallout. Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 26, 2004 Author Share Posted August 26, 2004 Thanks for the tip. I suppose that I will have to get a 'feel' for when to clay. It's not something that I have been used to, in the past, so the more info. the better. I know in NY, with all the salt covered roads, I might just do it every spring, when the weather becomes nicer. I do park in a parking lot with lots of trees/birds, but nothing that a little wax wouldn't be able to handle. Also, with all the new roads being built/repaired around the area, I am sure that tar can become pretty tedious to get off with just wax...so, I guess I will wait and see how it pans out. Thanks again, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mccorry Posted August 26, 2004 Share Posted August 26, 2004 Hey [b]inthedeck[/b], ... got [img]http://www.columbusracing.com/ubb/graemlins/pics.gif[/img] :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 26, 2004 Author Share Posted August 26, 2004 [quote name='mccorry']Hey [b]inthedeck[/b], ... got [img]http://www.columbusracing.com/ubb/graemlins/pics.gif[/img] :wink:[/quote] ACK!! I will go out, and take some now...is there a way that I can post them on the board? Otherwise, I will have to wait until my brother gets home, so that I can post them on his site. Later, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
axis008 Posted August 26, 2004 Share Posted August 26, 2004 You can use the Add Attachment feature. There is a file size limit though, I think around 160KB if I remember correctly. -ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 26, 2004 Author Share Posted August 26, 2004 will take some better pictures later... but you can see the new car here... [url]www.keil.dontexist.com[/url] later, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gt_ltd Posted August 26, 2004 Share Posted August 26, 2004 didn't know there is a trunkmat for the Legacy... :oops: how much does one cost? This Space For Rent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inthedeck Posted August 27, 2004 Author Share Posted August 27, 2004 gt_ltd....that's one of the things that I kept from the WRX wagon that I traded in. It's not a 'part' that you can buy for the legacy...but hey, feel free to buy a rubber cargo mat for the WRX wagon, and walaa...it fits. And, apologies for the quality of the pictures...I just took some real quick, before heading out with the gf. I will take some better ones this weekend...to possibly enter into the 'contest' thread. Later, i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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