Hahaha... I'm actually in the market for a IX myself. Been thru 3 subies and LOVED them all, but wanna try somethin different. (Plus Evos have a FAR better cosmetic appeal to me...shhhhhh, u didn't hear that from me tho) Thanx for all the info BTW

 

Subydude!! get the 6 speed, the shift boot is nicer,
plus we all know what the MR stands for

 

get a new one, speaking from North East perspective,

only ones available now are GSR and MR in the SE trim, no more RS, unless you live in CA or something with each dealer still has 100 in stock

i would go for the GSR SE or the GSR SSL if you can find one

 

+1 I just picked up a new GG IX SE and love it ,Way cheaper than the mr and I feel it has a stronger trans .. All I need now is a vg and a wickerbill and I am set .. Just something for you to consider ..

 

So this is going to be a daily driver? If so I would go for the MR. If you can swing the extra green it's worth the value IMHO. It's a somewhat more forgiving ride, the 6 speed makes freeway commuting a little easier, and they seem to hold their value well.

On the other end of the spectrum, if you're planning to mod the snot out of it and take it to Sears Point, Laguna Seca or Willow Springs every weekend for a track attack then I think you'll eventually **** away the things make the MR the flagship. Eventually you'll replace the suspension with a full coilover setup, I'm sure. Adios OEM Bilsteins. Sooner or later you'll grenade something in the drivetrain and, more than likely, opt for a more robust Sheppard transmission rather than throw money at repairing the heavier, weaker, OEM setup. Adios freeway friendly 6 speed...

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