My first car was a '91 N/A MR2, which I then later upgraded to an AP1 S2000. I haven't exactly driven the most forgiving cars on the road, but my driving experience is still very limited so I suppose it makes no difference.


Anyways, just how exactly does the Fd handle? Is it fairly forgiving to a novice driver? I plan on doing some autocross regardless (if insurance works out) to get a feel for and get some experience under my belt, but that is a long way off.

I've seen a few threads about young owners, mostly the concern seems to be keeping up with maintenance.

 

The aspect of the FD that's not easy for beginning drivers is the turbo transition. At 4500rpm the power kicks in pretty good and if you're going for a big exit you need to be aware of that possibility.

These cars have a lot of bushings and pillowballs, so for handling's sake expect to replace some/many of those too.

Dave

 

The FD is a powerful car. For many inexperienced drivers, it is too powerful. Driving it at an autocross to find its limits is EXACTLY what you should do.

 

Exactly.

If you are accustomed to nailing the throttle hard in 2nd gear coming out of a corner in an autocross in your previous cars, you will soon learn to not do that in an FD.

 

Hmmm...

That's one of my favorite modes of having fun with the FD - getting to correct for the slide that always ensues.

 

+1 on that Dave

And autocross is exactly where he should find that out instead of on the street in traffic

 

on the street in traffic is sooo fun

 

Sarcasm, I hope?