So I'm in the market for something more fuel economical and fun then my current DD. I'm looking at the FiST and FoST, however I'm leaning towards the FiST. But Id like to hear from others that may be or have been in my same scenario.
First and for most, this will be my DD and will see about 40-80 miles a day (M-F). Car will be 90% just me driving, however will need to double over for some family duties. I'm right at 6-2" and curious how comfortable Ill be in it? Also, how is the room in the back for a 5 year old and soon to be baby seat? How uncomfortable will the passenger be in this scenario? The wife's car is the primary family car, but there will be times we load up in my car. How is the room in the hatch? I'll be placing anything from groceries to wood for the smoker to R/C cars and god knows what else, maybe hookers and blow.
Car will also see some spirited back road drives and some SCCA events, probably 3-8 a year. So there will be upgrades in the future. How does the engine hold up to more boost and supporting mods? Is there a good aftermarket for the FiST?
Ill be buying a used low miles (under 30K) car, what should I look for when going to check them out? Is there any tell, tell signs that it may have been previously used and abused? Are there any years I should stay clear of? I may end up with a new '16 as there are some pretty good deals in my area at the moment, sub 20K.
Any and all info is greatly appreciated. Thanks.
First and for most, this will be my DD and will see about 40-80 miles a day (M-F). Car will be 90% just me driving, however will need to double over for some family duties. I'm right at 6-2" and curious how comfortable Ill be in it? Also, how is the room in the back for a 5 year old and soon to be baby seat? How uncomfortable will the passenger be in this scenario? The wife's car is the primary family car, but there will be times we load up in my car. How is the room in the hatch? I'll be placing anything from groceries to wood for the smoker to R/C cars and god knows what else, maybe hookers and blow.
Car will also see some spirited back road drives and some SCCA events, probably 3-8 a year. So there will be upgrades in the future. How does the engine hold up to more boost and supporting mods? Is there a good aftermarket for the FiST?
Ill be buying a used low miles (under 30K) car, what should I look for when going to check them out? Is there any tell, tell signs that it may have been previously used and abused? Are there any years I should stay clear of? I may end up with a new '16 as there are some pretty good deals in my area at the moment, sub 20K.
Any and all info is greatly appreciated. Thanks.