Wagon vs. sedan
03-05-2004, 09:08 PM
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Wagon vs. sedan
I am currently in the market for a wrx, but the problem is that I dont know whether to get a wagon or sedan (WRX). I am an avid fan of being "unique" and plus i am a fan of wagons since my first car is a station wagon. I was wondering what are the pros and cons of a station wagon other than weight and size. And if all the parts (performance and visual components) meant to be on a wrx sedan will be able to fit on a wrx wagon. Any help will be greatly appreciated. :banana:
03-05-2004, 09:21 PM
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Wagon vs sedan using Search page and keywords 'wagon vs sedan'.
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03-05-2004, 09:36 PM
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It's difficult to go down the list of why I like my wagon so much and don't regret getting a sedan. Besides being different, what's important to you?
Besides being the 3rd fastest WRX in all of Oahu (beaten by sedans, of course) while still being able to haul a 6gal air compressor, a small 1 gal. compressor, a bunch of misc. parts, and a medium sized toolbox in the back of my car.
Besides being the 3rd fastest WRX in all of Oahu (beaten by sedans, of course) while still being able to haul a 6gal air compressor, a small 1 gal. compressor, a bunch of misc. parts, and a medium sized toolbox in the back of my car.
03-08-2004, 09:17 AM
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Am having a tough time with the search engine function. Trying "wagon vs sedan" got me every post that has the word wagon, vs, or sedan in it. Read up a bit on the search engine, and then tried "wagon and vs and sedan" - Same results. Not able to find the Wagon VS Sedan thing.
Us newbies need help.
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Us newbies need help.
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03-08-2004, 09:26 AM
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I went with a wagon and thought that maybe I made the wrong decision. But the wagon has really grown on me, especially after throwing on some nice wheels and a clean tint.
Also, there is a big sleeper effect with the wagon. Fast car with the utility of many bigger cars.
I vote for the wagon!
The only spec I know is that the wagon is only 85 lbs heavier, might have a thinner rear sway bar, and doesnt have fender flares. Other than that the cars are pretty much the same
Also, there is a big sleeper effect with the wagon. Fast car with the utility of many bigger cars.
I vote for the wagon!
The only spec I know is that the wagon is only 85 lbs heavier, might have a thinner rear sway bar, and doesnt have fender flares. Other than that the cars are pretty much the same
03-08-2004, 09:29 AM
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I'm pretty sure I will be getting the wagon as well. I've heard that putting in a rear tower strut bar is a good thing for the wagon as well as 17 inchers. I also wonder about oversteer- since it's got a higher rear center of gravity, does it loop out easier than the sedan?
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03-08-2004, 04:59 PM
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i have heard of guys who have swapped fenders, though havent ever seen one.
there is a calling all wagons thread on nasioc.com in the car member gallery forum. check it out.
i dont really notice the car looping out... the AWD makes this thing stick to the road like glue. i used to drive a VW and those things get crazy on turns
there is a calling all wagons thread on nasioc.com in the car member gallery forum. check it out.
i dont really notice the car looping out... the AWD makes this thing stick to the road like glue. i used to drive a VW and those things get crazy on turns
03-08-2004, 09:33 PM
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I have a black wagon and it is the SHIZ!
I do love the more agressive look of the sedan as well, but like has already been said, the wagon's a sleeper that can haul tons of gear AND spank Camaros/Mustangs! Also, I agree totally that tint and 17's make ALL the difference...
I do love the more agressive look of the sedan as well, but like has already been said, the wagon's a sleeper that can haul tons of gear AND spank Camaros/Mustangs! Also, I agree totally that tint and 17's make ALL the difference...
03-14-2004, 01:35 AM
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i have both- i love both of em... i am very fortunate to be able to enjoy both... but i really love my wagon- heres why----
just the other day i went ot costco. my fiance asks.."we can't fit these in our car can we?" i look and she is pointing at TWO 128 quart storage containers- in all my confidence i said " of course "
i fold down the "60" seat down and there u go! 2 containers(stacked of course) with all the costco food items inside and my baby seat!! i have TONS of more stories like that.
and for my sedan- i just love the looks- its not really fair to compare my wagon to the sti, but in all fairness both have their qualities. but my wagon just rocks! i can fit all kinds of stuff in there(office chairs-FULLY ASSEMBLED, medium sized fridge, 7 suitcases) <----- true stories!!
hope that helps a bit
just the other day i went ot costco. my fiance asks.."we can't fit these in our car can we?" i look and she is pointing at TWO 128 quart storage containers- in all my confidence i said " of course "
i fold down the "60" seat down and there u go! 2 containers(stacked of course) with all the costco food items inside and my baby seat!! i have TONS of more stories like that.
and for my sedan- i just love the looks- its not really fair to compare my wagon to the sti, but in all fairness both have their qualities. but my wagon just rocks! i can fit all kinds of stuff in there(office chairs-FULLY ASSEMBLED, medium sized fridge, 7 suitcases) <----- true stories!!
hope that helps a bit
03-17-2004, 10:57 PM
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Originally posted by dub2w
there is a calling all wagons thread on nasioc.com in the car member gallery forum. check it out.
there is a calling all wagons thread on nasioc.com in the car member gallery forum. check it out.
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...hreadid=136817
03-18-2004, 07:53 AM
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Originally posted by this_is_vince
Oh and do you know if its possible to swap body panels from a sedan to wagon...you know so i can get the fender flare look....and if not are the body kits for wrx sedans the exact fit as wrx wagons?
Oh and do you know if its possible to swap body panels from a sedan to wagon...you know so i can get the fender flare look....and if not are the body kits for wrx sedans the exact fit as wrx wagons?
Sometimes I wish I bought a wagon so I could have the storage space, or a place to sit and chill when I'm out somewhere that doesn't have seating. But then I look at my car, lowered on 17s and I see those sexy flares and know exactly why I bought my sedan.
If you are looking towards a wagon, and your main reason is storage space, I would really think about how often I would need it. I'm a home owner and have needed a truck maybe one or two times since buying my WRX. The trunk is plenty big - last year I fit 6 40lb bags of bark in the car (those are big *** bags) with out too much trouble
Three in the trunk, one behind pass. seat, two on the rear seats. If you want the sedan, but want the space of the wagon, just think about how often you would really, actually need it. And then find out if you have friends with a wagon and you're set (I do)
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