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Sedans Honda Civic Honda Civic Si Automatic
39 messages, Last post on Sep 30, 2008 at 11:37 AM
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Does anyone know why Honda does not offer by now a civic si coupe or sedan with an automatic trans?
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Replying to: coupe2 (Dec 11, 2007 10:06 am) - An automatic transmission ruins the sporty image of the Si brand - The automatic that fits that car can't deal with the power of the engine - The automatic hurts the performance of the car Which is the truth? Don't know, however, I surely wouldn't want to own an Si with a nasty slush box.  Best Regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 11, 2007 10:12 am) |
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Replying to: coupe2 (Dec 11, 2007 10:38 am) By the way, the Si isn't the first performance version of an otherwise pedestrian car that has been available only with a stick. The original version of Audi's Quattro system comes to mind, and while the list is relatively short, that isn't the only example. As I understand it, when Audi initially developed the second generation Quattro system, it was automatic only, and the cars languished on the dealer lots. Dedicated Quattro drivers wouldn't touch it and eventually forced Audi to bring the stick back. Best Regards, Shipo
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Replying to: coupe2 (Dec 11, 2007 10:38 am) This just in, the 2008 Subaru WRX STI is only available with a stick and a proper clutch pedal under the dash.  Best Regards, Shipo |
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Replying to: coupe2 (Dec 11, 2007 10:06 am)
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Replying to: rv65 (Dec 11, 2007 9:14 pm)
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| Honda probably doesn't want people who aren't skilled enough to drive a stick in their halo car for the USDM Civic line. Nevermind that an auto probably wouldn't be the best choice to take advantage of a car that makes all its power near redline. | |
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Replying to: drmbb (Dec 12, 2007 9:48 am)  ed auto...
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Replying to: coupe2 (Dec 11, 2007 10:06 am) I personally don't want an auto to change gears on me and trigger a loss of traction while I'm in the middle of taking a corner... Mustang owners obviously are more into straight line acceleration, so auto option is absolutely valid and does not surprise me here, and WRX is probably just trying to please American market... For the record - I own 92 and 03 Si, and used to own 84 JDM one... |
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