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Old 05-29-02, 11:52 PM
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I want a FB..am I nuts?

Hehe. well, I've been thinking of the next car I want to get, and it was either gonna be a FD or a Turbo2. Now I think I've changed my mind and I want a FB. I really dont know all that much about them though, just know I'd want a 84-85GSL-SE. I now have a 86GXL, its really nice and clean, but just want something different. I've always like the styling of the FB's, plus their really light and I hear fun to drive. I like the fact that I could probably pick up one fairly cheap, which leaves me more money for mods MY goal with it would be to have a low-mid 14second, street/show car. It would be looking beautiful when I was done with it. Id like to know what mods I'd need to run mid-low 14's with a GSL-SE. I was thinking streetport/header/full exhaust/intake/maybe S-AFC should do it. Also, if anyone could post some pics of really nice looking FB's, just to get me fired up, Id like that Thanks
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Yes, you're nuts, no one here likes FB's ...
Well arent we being defensive I didnt mean anything negative by it, I like FB's, thats why I might get one. I just said that I might prefer getting a FB over a FD or a Turbo2 FC, which some people probably do think is nuts.
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thats an sa, not an fb. welcome to the darkside. these cars are overgrown go-karts. you will definitely enjoy it.

go to the sticky on pictures and there are a ton to look at.
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If you have the means, get an FD.
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Yes indeed, welcome to our little FB cult. haha I agree they are overgrown go karts, fun as hell to drive too. I love it. Get one
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Well arent we being defensive I didnt mean anything negative by it, I like FB's, thats why I might get one. I just said that I might prefer getting a FB over a FD or a Turbo2 FC, which some people probably do think is nuts.
I sold my FD to get an SA, so you're not the only crazy one here .
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Originally posted by spyfish007
If you have the means, get an FD.
The means to buy it plus extra means for when it breaks
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FB's are my favorite. And i've drivin FC's and FD's. Just not the same.
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want mine lol jk guys
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Originally posted by RXcetera


I sold my FD to get an SA, so you're not the only crazy one here .
****, I'm trying to sell my Porsche to buy an FB. I dunno whats worse!
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IMO the T2 is the best all around rotary vehicle, (barring the ultimate rotary, a T2 swap in to a FB/SA). The creature comforts , the independent rear, the relatively cheap power, and damn these things can be quick.
I would have a t2 if It were not for the addiction I have for 1st gens.

I would love a T2 powered Fb (someday).

That said the FD is the best looking car on the road today. I have seen a few better looking cars, but they are usally in musuems and collections, not driven.
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Originally posted by yayarx7
IMO the T2 is the best all around rotary vehicle, (barring the ultimate rotary, a T2 swap in to a FB/SA). The creature comforts , the independent rear, the relatively cheap power, and damn these things can be quick.
I would have a t2 if It were not for the addiction I have for 1st gens.

I would love a T2 powered Fb (someday).

That said the FD is the best looking car on the road today. I have seen a few better looking cars, but they are usally in musuems and collections, not driven.
I feel exactly the same way.
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For me, the FB was the only thing in my price range that wasn't a total beater car.

But if I wouldn't have been able to get an FB, I would've gone for a Datsun or something.

The styling is REALLY attractive on both cars... I can't even tell why. Whenever I look at my car, I can't help but just stare and wonder, "How the hell does a guy like me get to drive a car like that?"

FBs aren't the fastest things ever, but they sure are pretty. And chicks seem to dig the compactness and styling too. Whenever they talk to me about my car, they're at a loss for words. It's usually either, "I really like your little car." or "I've seen cars like it, but they... uh... dont.. have the same.. uh... stuff."

And I'm just like, "You took the words right out of my mouth."

And yeah, I think the ultimate car would be a FB with a T2 in it.
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Price

Yes, an FB is cheaper than an FD, but take it from my experience, don't think just because you pick it up for cheap it won't cost you. I figure by the time I'm done and looking pretty with small mods and a street car, I'm going to be between $12k-$16K. Now, of course, that's stretched over time, a little at a time. I just talked to another FB owner who has $17k into his in the 3 years he has owned it. It really adds up. Now that I've said that, I say get the FB. I love mine.
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Originally posted by Wattz
For me, the FB was the only thing in my price range that wasn't a total beater car.

The styling is REALLY attractive on both cars... I can't even tell why. Whenever I look at my car, I can't help but just stare and wonder, "How the hell does a guy like me get to drive a car like that?"

FBs aren't the fastest things ever, but they sure are pretty. And chicks seem to dig the compactness and styling too.

And yeah, I think the ultimate car would be a FB with a T2 in it.

Hah I am the same way. I always just look at my car and it puts the biggest smile on my face. Just knowing Its my car and that its one of a kind. Anyway Most chicks seem to like mine as well. I dont know what it is about it. Its nice to have a car where you drive by someone and they just stare at you. I just got a rebuilt in it that is made for a turbo so when I get enough $ I am petting one on
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Really I didn't start breaking lots of parts till I went to a heavily modifed state and took it to the track (drag strip).
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Really I didn't start breaking lots of parts till I went to a heavily modifed state and took it to the track (drag strip).
You mean on your FD?
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Re: I want a FB..am I nuts?

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Also, if anyone could post some pics of really nice looking FB's, just to get me fired up, Id like that Thanks
Here's some shots of my late,lamented SC...at the Kennedale 1/8th mile..



And then dyno day the following Tuesday, if I remember right...



And then, to tease Directfreak again, another dyno shot...this time showing the hood openings which were to get louver plates before a new Cadillac steered into my life and destroyed my poor rex....



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heres a few pictures of my 84' GSL-SE.... Without many body modifications it can look pretty sweet.... That's a Mustang GT bumper i molded on the back, and the mazda front skirt.



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mar3: You are at Alamo!! I used to get all my work done there ... back in my Integra days when I didn't know jack about cars.

yayarx7: Yes I mean on my FD. I'm sure I'll break some parts on my FB soon enough.
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I forgot about that crazy Mustang bumper graft-on....interesting look...



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