I Need To Convince My Parents...

Songdude213 · 01-07-2008, 08:28 PM

So my family needs a new car and I've done all my research and basically sold the idea of getting an Si (which I will be driving

)

But..

My mom is a bit hesitant to get a manual and to get the coupe. I've been wanting to drive a manual car forever and I like the looks of the coupe 392343 times more.

So..

What are some good arguments to get a manual + coupe?

***Izzy*** · 01-07-2008, 08:29 PM

There are no real "good" arguments for the coupe, other than aesthetics. Seriously. The sedan has more utility, and has more rear headroom.

I do believe that e60.deluxe felt there was more headroom in the coupe on the front seats. So, if you're tall...

Still, coupe is better. =P

***07mugencivic*** · 01-07-2008, 08:31 PM

tell her the manual saves more gas

Royce · 01-07-2008, 08:31 PM

Solution = Compromise -> let her have 4drs (SI comes in sedan) / You get to drive a Stick (and its AN SI!!!).

Slow_si · 01-07-2008, 08:32 PM

also tell her that the manual will keep you more focused on the road.

**GeezerSi** · 01-07-2008, 08:33 PM

Shifting is good exercise!

***Izzy*** · 01-07-2008, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GeezerSi

Shifting is good exercise!

Put a TWM counter-sunk/weighted knob on it, and yes...yes it is!

Sedans have a sexy back end. Coupes, not as much, but it's still sexier overall. I say compromise as well.

2.0si007 · 01-07-2008, 08:38 PM

tell her cheaper for repair and easy.

roadcarver · 01-07-2008, 08:38 PM

Scientific research has proven that over 4 years of ownership that those individuals that had driven a manual unstead of an automatic transmission had a 10 percent improvement in cognitive ability.

DNieves · 01-07-2008, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GeezerSi

Shifting is good exercise!

Yeah, great exercise! Manuals are the Wii of the automotive world -more interactive and fun!!

Not to mention it's easier to get a non navi Si than a Nintendo Wii

shutter13 · 01-07-2008, 09:05 PM

settle for the sedan if it means getting an Si!

manuals are cheaper, simpler to repair, more fun, and get better mileage!

habitat · 01-07-2008, 11:59 PM

Manual teaches you how to actually drive a car. Coupe keeps your car from being the party wagon, which means less distractions. I agree with above, better a sedan SI than a coupe EX or something.

P1ng · 01-08-2008, 12:03 AM

tell her a manual wont give u any urges to go fast.

shutter13 · 01-08-2008, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by P1ng

tell her a manual wont give u any urges to go fast.

mijc13 · 01-08-2008, 10:10 AM

I felt the same way about the coupe, but the practicality of the sedan won me over! In the end, the differences are a measly 50 extra pounds, more convenience and more comfort for passengers

e60.deluxe · 01-08-2008, 10:17 AM

manual = more to do while driving = more concentration = safter driving.
coupe = less people to cart around = less distractions = safer driving.

basically, if she gets you an automatic corolla, your'e gonna go off a cliff and die.

***Izzy*** · 01-08-2008, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e60.deluxe

manual = more to do while driving = more concentration = safter driving.
coupe = less people to cart around = less distractions = safer driving.

basically, if she gets you an automatic corolla, your'e gonna go off a cliff and die.

"O'Doyle rules, O'Doyle rules, O'Doyle rules..."

***Phalanx*** · 01-08-2008, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Royce

Solution = Compromise -> let her have 4drs (SI comes in sedan) / You get to drive a Stick (and its AN SI!!!).

Xtreme Thunder · 01-08-2008, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Royce

Solution = Compromise -> let her have 4drs (SI comes in sedan) / You get to drive a Stick (and its AN SI!!!).

MBK · 01-08-2008, 11:11 AM

its a family car man; not your own personal ride. get an ex sedan and be done with it.

01-07-2008, 08:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
Songdude213 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Age: 18 Posts: 64 iTrader: 0 / 0%	I Need To Convince My Parents... So my family needs a new car and I've done all my research and basically sold the idea of getting an Si (which I will be driving ) But.. My mom is a bit hesitant to get a manual and to get the coupe. I've been wanting to drive a manual car forever and I like the looks of the coupe 392343 times more. So.. What are some good arguments to get a manual + coupe?

01-07-2008, 08:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
*Izzy* Supreme Pizza! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Azusa, CA Age: 25 Posts: 11,936 iTrader: 5 / 100%	There are no real "good" arguments for the coupe, other than aesthetics. Seriously. The sedan has more utility, and has more rear headroom. I do believe that e60.deluxe felt there was more headroom in the coupe on the front seats. So, if you're tall... Still, coupe is better. =P __________________

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2.0si007 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: chicago Posts: 141 iTrader: 0 / 0%	tell her cheaper for repair and easy.

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shutter13 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1,422 iTrader: 0 / 0%	settle for the sedan if it means getting an Si! manuals are cheaper, simpler to repair, more fun, and get better mileage!

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habitat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NorCal Age: 23 Posts: 2,684 iTrader: 1 / 100%	Manual teaches you how to actually drive a car. Coupe keeps your car from being the party wagon, which means less distractions. I agree with above, better a sedan SI than a coupe EX or something.

01-08-2008, 12:03 AM	#13 (permalink)
P1ng Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Dallas Age: 20 Posts: 1,880 iTrader: 3 / 100%	tell her a manual wont give u any urges to go fast.

01-08-2008, 10:10 AM	#15 (permalink)
mijc13 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Randolph, MA Age: 25 Posts: 335 Mike iTrader: 1 / 100%	I felt the same way about the coupe, but the practicality of the sedan won me over! In the end, the differences are a measly 50 extra pounds, more convenience and more comfort for passengers

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e60.deluxe Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Lake Forest, CA Age: 22 Posts: 4,946 iTrader: 3 / 100%	manual = more to do while driving = more concentration = safter driving. coupe = less people to cart around = less distractions = safer driving. basically, if she gets you an automatic corolla, your'e gonna go off a cliff and die.

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MBK Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Park Ridge Posts: 6,757 Mike iTrader: 3 / 100%	its a family car man; not your own personal ride. get an ex sedan and be done with it.