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The FR-S is fun in the same way my old Mk3 MR2 Spyder was fun - there's a lot of communication going on in a (relatively) light weight package. But, if the S550's have a suspension setup like most european cars, then I would imagine that they will be a lot of fun. Especially if the new rules...

Revs to low doesn't seem like it would be a big problem. Since most of the torque is available at 2000rpm, there wouldn't (IMO) be many corners that would be an issue. But, that's half the reason why I love autocross - it's not about 1 thing, its about the entire package!

In the thread below, the weights of everything is discussed. IIRC, it should be about 150 lbs between base/premium. Link here

Continuing on the Auto-x front: IMHO, the thought of that nice, fat torque curve with the better brakes, more directly connected suspension pieces, and a square tire setup make the EB4 with PP seems like a good, basic setup for killing some cones. But, I have never auto-xed 1) a mustang or 2)...

+1. But, the EB4 gets my vote as the engine of choice.

Hi, I'm Chris. I've always been interested in Mustangs, and love the sound of a GT with a good exhaust. But, with IRS and a turbo 4, I'm really thinking about taking the plunge and ordering an Ecoboost. While I will definitely be sad to see my MR2 Turbo go, I think that a new mustang should...