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Old 14-03-2013, 10:13 AM
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Yeah i'm still not sure about the back. I contemplated getting a hatch but decided I'm a sedan man. I haven't really thought about mods yet. What do most people start with? exhaust?
Compared to the 08, the 09+ have decent stock power/torque.
I would look at any of the following:
  • upgrade sway bars (& possibly end links)
  • lowering springs/firmer springs, or
  • custom spring and strut kit
  • roll centre
  • camber bolts
  • gear shifter bushings
  • engine/transmission mounts & bushings
  • better tyres, or
  • wider rims and better tyres

As Mitch stated above, there are a number of differences between the two models (both interior and exterior).
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Picked her up Friday, done about 450 km's so far!
This car is so much fun to drive! I love the grip and acceleration.

I've noticed a bit of road noise between 70 and 90 km/h, a bit like a whirring noise. i'm hoping it's just the tyres as they need replacing soon.


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I've noticed a bit of road noise between 70 and 90 km/h, a bit like a whirring noise. i'm hoping it's just the tyres as they need replacing soon.
Guessing gearbox noise or tyres.
It seems that due to the tread pattern of performance tyres (if equipped) that you will get a bit of noise.

You can upgrade your stereo to drown out the noise, get an exhaust to drown out the noise or get some tyres that are designed for comfort/noise levels at the expense of grip.
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Why do the tyres need replacing so soon if you bough it from a dealer?
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Why do the tyres need replacing so soon if you bough it from a dealer?
The fronts are recent but the rears are probably only good for another 5,000 km or so. They are Dunlop SP sports. anyone know if they're considered a noisy tyre?
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The fronts are recent but the rears are probably only good for another 5,000 km or so. They are Dunlop SP sports. anyone know if they're considered a noisy tyre?
Dunlop SP Sport 01 are the stock tyres on the MY09. Not sure what other models came out with them. I found them a little noisy but not unbearable. Check the review tab for some more feedback.
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