R&T Long Term Test Update

spearfish25

Perhaps this was posted, but I haven't seen it anyplace but on their site so far. So, here you go.

My take:
The reviewers are slowly changing their songs. First the biggest gripe was NVH. Now they say they like the engine noise or can't hear it enough. On the flip side, they said the car's handling was top notch. Now they claim that the steering feel is too heavy and deadens the experience.

My take after 7500 miles:
1)The NVH is a non-issue. I agree with those who say any 'raucousness' of the engine adds to the raw experience of the Z sports car experience.
2) The stock exhaust is too tame, but this is quickly fixed with almost any of the aftermarket exhaust options.
3) The 6MT is great and driving the car smoothly is not a problem once you are familiar with it. One review I just read said that you have to shift slowly when going slow and quickly when going fast to get smooth shifts. There is some truth in this.
4) As Consumer Reports will tell you, reliability is top notch so far. Aside from some small issues like the stuck hatch (fix it with the penny trick), the car has been rather flawless.
5) Who simultaneously brakes and accelerates leading to throttle cutout (per this long term review)? Anyone who can explain why I'd want to brake while trying to accelerate, please enlighten me so I can appreciate this driving style.

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