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After nearly two years with my 2016 Tech I picked up HR923 this past weekend. Back in August 15 when I put in my order I didn't once think of pursing an R. After a year of ownership and a little softening of ADMs I realized I wanted to locate one. My dealer sold a 17 R at MSRP (they didn't even have an r for 16) which was the icing on the cake to start my hunt. I was able to locate exactly what I wanted and lock in a very fair price at an amazing dealership (Planet Ford, Spring TX).

My initial impression is wow, what a car! I love my 16, the R just steps it up a notch! Here are a few thoughts on the differences.

Seats - the seats are super comfortable (6'4" 205) but after stepping out after an hour drive I thought my hips were bruised! They are snug but feel great after getting used to them.

Stereo - the 17 stereo is big improvement over the 16, better sound stage, mids, highs, etc. Even Sirius sounds better. I see no reason to upgrade compared to the 16.

Stripes - one of my favorite parts. The Matte stripes not only look great but they are way easier to clean. Not nearly as concerned about micro marring as the non-r stripes.

Wheels - they looks great and are way easier to while down than the aluminum wheels. The stance is also quite different with my wife actually saying "the tires look way bigger from the back". For those R owners out there what are you using to clean the wheels?

Sound - Wow I thought my 16 Tech was loud! I haven't noticed near. As much popping but overall the exhaust is just glorious. My daughter twice said "show off" when starting the car by doing nothing more but hitting the button.

Quality - the fit and finish is also better overall than my 16. Very minimal drips on the hood and trunk and only a couple specs I'm certain will polish out. Less orange peel and the rear bumper fitment is way cleaner.

Performance - with only 300 miles over the weekend I don't have enough seat time to say but it certainly has better turn in and slightly tighter suspension. The Cup2s feel completely different and as every states love to throw rocks. The R feels like it pulls slightly harder but that could just be the placebo effect.

I look forward to driving my 16 tomorrow to get a better feel of the difference. The sad part is the R is staying in TX (at least for now) so it's tucked away till our next trip back which of course can't come soon enough! I didn't have a chance to get any great pictures but these will have to do for now.







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The sad part is the R is staying in TX (at least for now) so it's tucked away till our next trip back which of course can't come soon enough! I didn't have a chance to get any great pictures but these will have to do for now.
Sooo... does that mean "we" won't get to see it in person anytime soon? :(:(


Love it by the way!!! :cheers:
 

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Sooo... does that mean "we" won't get to see it in person anytime soon? :(:(


Love it by the way!!! :cheers:
We will see come spring time. If I had garage space I'd ship it out but with no plans to get rid of my tech I just don't have the space!
 

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Congrats! The reason why you might feel the R pulls harder is the loss in rotational mass. Takes less energy to spin the wheels. Quicker steering response as well. Additionally while the 3.73 gear in the rear remains the same the shorter tire actually makes the effective ratio about 3.87 due to the shorter OD of the R rear tires.

R definitely feels like a level up. Enjoy it! If you don't want to sand blast your underbody and sides of the car consider a street wheel/tire combo too
 

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Triple yellow is one of those rarer colors that you don't see much. That and avalanche grey are two of the best IMHO. Nice score!
 

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Congrats! The reason why you might feel the R pulls harder is the loss in rotational mass. Takes less energy to spin the wheels. Quicker steering response as well. Additionally while the 3.73 gear in the rear remains the same the shorter tire actually makes the effective ratio about 3.87 due to the shorter OD of the R rear tires.

R definitely feels like a level up. Enjoy it! If you don't want to sand blast your underbody and sides of the car consider a street wheel/tire combo too
Agree. When my car is fitted with the Forgeline rims and 30 series tires I notice a difference.

Congrats OP.
 

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Congrats bro! Looks great! You gonna keep the 16 too or you planning on selling it?
 

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Sonax Wheel cleaner works well for me.
 

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I love how in the shadows Triple Yellow looks more like the old Zinc Yellow. I miss that shade.
 

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Enjoy your new ride. You should know that you have one of the very last Rs for 2017, which ended with GR942. :ford:
 

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Love the color. Congrats.:thumbsup:
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