jaycrab

I'm not too fussed about creature comforts as it would be a weekend toy rather than a regularly driven car. I don't have a bike currently so next car would fill that gap. From your experience, would you say that WRX with sway bars + spring upgrade handling would be on par or close to a Megane? I think comparatively it might be easier to upgrade WRX handling than to upgrade Megane power. WRX brakes are rubbish but i think if i went that way, slotted disks, pads, and ss lines would be enough. After curbing a shinny VW rim last night, a dirty rally car with scratches and mud flaps sounds appealing. I'm hoping to hire a 265 within the next few weeks.

^ yeah it's a tough call. I like tinkering and modding. It's not THE deciding factor but I'd definitely like the option. From what I've seen/read a resonator delete, CAI, dump, and tune would probably be enough for a 250/265. A WRX would need all of that, as well as suspension, sways, and brakes to be comparable, but would have significantly more potential for power increases. I've spent a lot of time on those roads in RWD / AWD / FWD and bikes and don't really have a preference. RWD is great for flicking the rear in the Gorge, but the hairpins are very frustrating on a bike. FWD is just so easy and fun to drive quickly anywhere.

Thanks for the offer. I generally don't like bothering people with car views/tests (dealers excluded) so I think a Hertz drive will do. Plus I've spent a few hours watching youtube clips and have a bit of an idea how the 250/265 responds to various mods. I'm in Hornsby, so it should be pretty easy to pick up a rental and head up the old pac and wisemans ferry for the day.

I'm planning to hire a Hertz megane for a day or two. It's a bit harder to find modified examples to test and compare so I guess that will have to do.

Thanks for the info. Race spec tuning costs look reasonable. I will definitely want some induction noise so I would get a CAI and tune as a minimum. The appeal of the WRX is that I can upgrade parts over time and e-tune fairly cheaply. I feel like any upgrades to a megane would involve handing a wad of cash to a garage without much personal involvement? i.e. less project, more outlay. My current car is an awd and the grip is amazing. I wouldn't say it's exciting but definitely not boring.

Hi guys I’ve previously had an account here (when I owned a 172) but lost/forgot my details. I’m in the market for a practical weekender so I thought I’d sign up again for access to the classifieds… I’ve recently sold an mx5 as it was too impractical and overcorrected with a sedan. I’m currently tossing up between a G3 WRX hatch and a 250/265 RS. The main benefits I see for the WRX would be cheaper initial cost and more aftermarket options for weekend tinkering. The RS is obviously the better car from factory but more expensive and challenging to extract power myself. I’m also concerned about engine mounts, clutch, and other fragile components with added power. Before anyone says that the RS is a much better car, yep I know this. If I was planning to keep a stock car it would be an easy choice. What I’m not sure of is how a 250/265 would compare with a WRX with a dumppipe, tune, coil overs etc. I’m keen to hear any experiences / comparisons of any mildly modified Megane owners with issues they’ve encountered, and will obviously have a read through the forum. thanks

I've been with them for 3 years with no claims. Premiums are cheap and they cover listed modifications and track days