So what is the Ultimate Dex machine?

Rudman

Wanted to start this thread for some time now. From what I can remember when the question was last brought up, it was argued that the Mazda MX 5 Miata was probably the best.

In light of recent models on the market, what's the opinion from some of the more experienced drivers?

Is the Civic hatchback still considered a good start?

Ignorant Ignis · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:06 am Post subject:

cheapest start ...in terms of available suspension engine mods

Rudman · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:13 am Post subject:

Cheapest start......yes.......but is it the best start?

Or U just looking for another Civic to beat up on...... Laughing

Should I hold out longer and look around for something better? (we not takling EVOs or Scubbies here eh)

Ignorant Ignis · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:15 am Post subject:

the other cars that come to mind are to old or to expensive to modify Neutral

DF1_2nR · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:15 am Post subject:

If I had my choice, I'd choose a Civic hatch as well (only for Dex though Laughing

). Just for the wide range of suspension and engine mods available.

Upgrading the suspension on the Primera aint cheap Sad

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Ignorant Ignis · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:17 am Post subject:

starlet turbo ....... nice combination of power to weight ratio ...... but that older than yuh ck lancer Confused

MadCrix · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:42 am Post subject:

civic hatch

talk done

Laughing

Rudman · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:48 am Post subject:

^^Yuh have ah next race proven one to sell.... Question

Was yours the SiR model (can't remember if it had rear disc)?

Original manual or converted?

Since we on Hondas, what alyuh think about this CRX del sol?

It was in last Sunday's BYCC and it for sale.

crazybalhead · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 1:03 pm Post subject:

Civic hatch
Suzuki swift (apparently)

SUPAstarr · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 3:30 pm Post subject:

i drove that del sol on sunday on its last run of the day, and its feels better than my civic hatch on a Tien Setup, no body roll a strong second gear, i wanted to push it harder but time didnt allow, if its not sold by the nex dex ask the owner for a ride in it he very cool.

Quiksilver · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 3:43 pm Post subject:

hmmmm...good thread here Rudi ..the question came to my mind after last dex...

The swift sport to me seems like the best dex car ...
it light...and with a good suspension and some good tyres, that may become very competitive....imagine if that came 4wd with a powerfull engine!!

other than that you can harass Ryan P and see if he wanna sell you the wrx ....

Rudman · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 4:04 pm Post subject:

^I ain't ready to drive ah beast like dat!...... Sad

But Reyos, don't be fooled eh, that Swift Sport ain't so light as it looks. Its listed kerb weight is 2300lbs. My CK lancer weighs just as much!..... Shocked

The Iggy is much lighter, about 200lbs less, but not as powerful. PTW ratio, the Iggy and the Swift is the same.

pete · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 4:17 pm Post subject:

Q: What class do you want to run in?

Me, I wanted to start off in ES, gain the confidence in the car and then move up.

My suggestion would be to start off with a vehicle as close to the top of the PWR as possible and then as your skill level grows, do suspension mods and then increase the power and move up to the next class.

weapon-X · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 4:18 pm Post subject:

MG Man · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 6:37 pm Post subject:

the Miata is still one of the best cars for dex....while not popular here, they offer brilliant value for money in the US, which means tons of upgrades are available

On a budget, a B13 with the right suspension mods can be competitive, so can a RWD GSR lancer
...and yes, Civic hatches have more than proven their worth at dex

SR · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 8:41 pm Post subject:

sigh other than the civic hatch

these are some other options

toyota starlet
suzuki swift
mazda miata

SR · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 8:43 pm Post subject:

the crx is another good option but i have my doubts with the present power plant and the handling due to the weight as well as traction issues

might handle and do a faster time with a b16a

GTR Fever · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 10:01 pm Post subject:

jus a question..i recently bought a S15 Spec-S which is manual and thinking about bringing it to the next dex event to see what its capable of(i prefer to not use our roads)..what ya'll think??and when is the next event?

TRDcorolla · Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 10:08 pm Post subject:

zodiaque · Posted: Thu Jul 17, 2008 9:55 am Post subject: