crazyravr Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 I have a chance to get the spec B ('6 left over) with 50 miles on the odo for $30K or I can get '07 LGT for $26.5K. What would be a smarter deal here? thanx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 07 LGT no doubt. You can upgrade the suspension for like $800, and stock nav is supposedly poor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spec B Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 I like my Navi...not bad at all. Umm..i would go with the Spec B...obviously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShockerGT Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 If you want to pay less, get the 07 LGT, if you want the features of the Spec B, then get the Spec B. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 I like my Navi...not bad at all. Umm..i would go with the Spec B...obviously. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTsullyman Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 The 07 has a lot of newer stuff that can be worth more than the features of the spec b. The mp3 and aux in are enough for me to get a 07 hands down. Everything else can be done if you really want to. 2007 DGM LGT 2003 Suzuki SV650S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 The 07 has a lot of newer stuff that can be worth more than the features of the spec b. The mp3 and aux in are enough for me to get a 07 hands down. Everything else can be done if you really want to. So can aux in. However, I place emphasis on driving and the Spec.B is good to go right out of the box complete with warranty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 06 Specb has mp3, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTsullyman Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 No aux in intgrated so its time to deal with a whole load of crap and CS if you want XM. The package of both is whats worth it not the stand alone. 2007 DGM LGT 2003 Suzuki SV650S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Frankly, I can't understand deciding on a car based on stupid aux-in. Do you live in your cars, people? 06 SpecB is not great deal IMHO, because it's simply overpriced, even for $30k. Bilsteins can be had for $800 and you have SpecB without SpecB tag. But, OTOH if someone can afford to spend $30k and don't want to bother with swapping suspesion etc, 06 SpecB is not a bad choice then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Due to the suspension, the Spec.B is slightly faster, again, right out of that warranteed box. It has been mentioned/posted that someone spent $3500 to get the stock LGT up to Spec.B performance. Yes, it can be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Frankly, I can't understand deciding on a car based on stupid aux-in. Do you live in your cars, people? 06 SpecB is not great deal IMHO, because it's simply overpriced, even for $30k. Bilsteins can be had for $800 and you have SpecB without SpecB tag. But, OTOH if someone can afford to spend $30k and don't want to bother with swapping suspesion etc, 06 SpecB is not a bad choice then. Don't forget the ECU intregrated NAV/info system, the aluminum suspension parts and upgraded wheels/tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Fine. Again, depends on one preferences... Aluminium parts = cool, but it's not day and night difference, I am sure NAV = gets poor revieves Wheels = look good, but narrow (7") and heavy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Fine. Again, depends on one preferences... Aluminium parts = cool, but it's not day and night difference, I am sure NAV = gets poor revieves Wheels = look good, but narrow (7") and heavy It does depend on preferences. The aluminum parts with the Bilsteins do make a noticable difference. The Nav is just fine. Of course, these systems are evolving all the time so we can all look forward to really whiz bang systems in 5 years. Some OEMS (Infiniti for example) are going to taller wheels with longer rather than wider contact patches as a more efficient way of providing traction. I prefer a strong wheel for Chicago so I'll have to pay the penalty with some unsprung weight. An added bonus with the taller wheels is better cruising speed mileage. It will be interesting to see what mileage 07 Spec.B owners begin reporting with the 6MT OEM wheel/tire set up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mookem Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 07's also are XM ready (works good - have it installed) and the SRS WoW on the stock radio makes a big difference. If it's an option for you - wait a couple of months and save up the extra coin to get the 6 speed 07 Spec. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcyone Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 Frankly, I can't understand deciding on a car based on stupid aux-in. Do you live in your cars, people?i don't live in my car, but spend over two hours a day in it just commuting. aux-in/mp3 is as important as awd or turbo for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 i don't live in my car, but spend over two hours a day in it just commuting. aux-in/mp3 is as important as awd or turbo for me. I loaded in a pile of mp3s and have more tunes than I'll probably ever listen to and then, this being Chicago, live traffic reports are mandatory so I have the radio on quite a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobE Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 IBVIMYLOSESITANDFREAKSOUT and you were right. http://newenglandsubarus.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_knoxville Posted October 23, 2006 Share Posted October 23, 2006 It will be interesting to see what mileage 07 Spec.B owners begin reporting with the 6MT OEM wheel/tire set up. i believe the epa est. gas mileage is lower, due to the extra weight of the 6mt on another note, imo, any factory nav is not as desirable as, and usually more expensive than, a portable system, which can also be used in another car, a rental, a boat, etc., etc., without the silly limitations on using it while the car is in gear. doesn't mean owners shouldn't enjoy having it, just means they shouldn't try to justify its added cost when a portable system of better quality can be had for less Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edkwon Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 07 LGT for the mp3 CD and aux in alone... SI drive is gimmicky so i dont consider that a real reason. But the a $4K price difference you can EASILY upgrade suspension AND wheels to something superior to spec B specs. oh and the biggest reason.... 60/40 split rear folding seats....giving your sedan in the 07 an almost wagon-like cargo capacity..... i honestly find this to be the greatest feature on my 07 spec B, not the suspension, navi or bilsteins. Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazma Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 I would go the Spec b simply because of tunability. No one knows how long it will be before the SI Drive is cracked and the aftermarket is ready to go ... 6months , 1 year ... who knows However ... the split rear seat is the most compelling argument for the 07 IMHO Waiting for the "split rear seat 05+ retrofit install instructions" sticky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShockerGT Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 I would go the Spec b simply because of tunability. No one knows how long it will be before the SI Drive is cracked and the aftermarket is ready to go ... 6months , 1 year ... who knows However ... the split rear seat is the most compelling argument for the 07 IMHO Waiting for the "split rear seat 05+ retrofit install instructions" sticky Cobb already cracked the SI Drive and maps for it will be out when AccessPort 2.0 is released. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spec B Posted October 28, 2006 Share Posted October 28, 2006 ^^^ True..should be out by early 07'.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edkwon Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I dont know if Cobb has commited to the idea of incorporating use of the SI knob with the 07 legacy accessporrts, but sincce ALL the turbo 07s will have the SI drive, it make no sense not to... Im just hoping were not just supporting unsubstantiated rumors. All Cobb officially announced was they cracked the 07 ECUs, not that they will implement the map switch function. Ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazma Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I cant find any info commiting Cobb to launching maps for the 07 or any indications of them incorporating SI Drive. If you know something let us know ... start a new thread with this info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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