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Testing this week: 2012 Chevy Sonic LTZ 1.4T
I know some of you guys wanted a chance to see this car or were interested in it. Post up questions here if you are looking for answers about the car.
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11-06-2011, 09:09 AM
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My main concern. Hows the leg and head room. Im 6'5"...
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11-06-2011, 09:24 AM
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Originally Posted by BigAls87Z28
I know some of you guys wanted a chance to see this car or were interested in it. Post up questions here if you are looking for answers about the car.
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I've also had the chance to drive these cars for several hours and was very impressed with the quality and ride. The model I had was the LTZ. I might also be able to give some feedback if that helps.
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SOLD: 1989 Turbo T/A in 1991 it ran 12:18@115 mph
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11-06-2011, 10:30 AM
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Blindspots?
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1999 Z28 Convertible. 6 speed swap, wide cowl hood, full hockey stripes, and a whining 10 bolt.
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11-06-2011, 10:36 AM
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on a more serious note i really do like this car. and is the Z-spec really gunna happen? or is it just a concept?
and i feel the sonic is very Evo like...
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11-06-2011, 11:16 AM
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I went out to Harrisburg, PA and the on board average mile per gal. was 43.5. Really impressive highway mileage  .
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1991 FORMULA 350-GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN
1 of 1,197 with L98 Option/13.79@100 mph
1994 25th ANNIVERSARY TRANS AM GT -1 of ONLY 2,000 made/ Only 128 made with a HURST 6-Speed Manual and 91 with T-Tops and Compact Disc/ K & N Filtercharger/Magnaflow Performance Muffler/Air Foil- ORIGINAL MINT Arctic White Ultra Rare SURVIVOR. DAYTONA 500 PACE CAR Decal Kit!
SOLD: 1989 Turbo T/A in 1991 it ran 12:18@115 mph
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11-06-2011, 11:22 AM
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http://www.gminsidenews.com/forums/f...go-big-106487/
Yes, there will be some dealer-installed options. We are waiting to see a true RS spec Sonic soon. With Ford and Fiat pushing out hotter versions of their cars, Chevy could put together a killer car quickly.
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11-06-2011, 12:06 PM
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I love these cars, it has soul. Life is also cooler in a turbo!
Isnt the 1.4t a six speed manual? I'd really like a DD sonic Sooo bad
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11-06-2011, 12:56 PM
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For now, the only trans for the 1.4T is the 6spd manual. Six speed auto will come later.
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11-06-2011, 02:02 PM
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What is its 1/4 time, and can it tow
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11-06-2011, 03:43 PM
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I really hope we see this car in AWD. Chevy is really lacking in that aspect...
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11-06-2011, 04:18 PM
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No AWD, though the chassis is capable of it. There will some small SUV's built off this same platform, and they will have AWD.
As far as size, I fit pretty well at 6'1, 255lbs, but I like smaller cars. My friend is 6'8, 360lbs, and there was no way in hell that he was going to be able to push the clutch in, not to mention zero rear seat room.
Visibility is fantastic in this car, with no blind spots that I could find yet. You never feel as if you have lost a car somewhere. Side mirrors are pretty big for a car of this size.
1/4 mile time, I have no idea, and I figure that towing would be around the 1k mark.
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11-06-2011, 08:28 PM
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apply 4cyl turbo, 6 speed and AWD and have chevy sign me to launch our own gymkhana vids!
i can drift rather well, adam can vouch
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Motor - 10.84 @ 128 - 1.47 60'
Nitrous - 10.16 @ 132 - 1.40 60"
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11-07-2011, 07:11 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BigAls87Z28
No AWD, though the chassis is capable of it. There will some small SUV's built off this same platform, and they will have AWD.
As far as size, I fit pretty well at 6'1, 255lbs, but I like smaller cars. My friend is 6'8, 360lbs, and there was no way in hell that he was going to be able to push the clutch in, not to mention zero rear seat room.
Visibility is fantastic in this car, with no blind spots that I could find yet. You never feel as if you have lost a car somewhere. Side mirrors are pretty big for a car of this size.
1/4 mile time, I have no idea, and I figure that towing would be around the 1k mark.
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Lets hope they get smart and port the awd system over. Is chevy the only company that has no AWD cars now?
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11-07-2011, 07:19 AM
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Quote:
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Lets hope they get smart and port the awd system over. Is chevy the only company that has no AWD cars now?
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TBSS is AWD
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11-07-2011, 07:25 AM
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Quote:
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TBSS is AWD
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That is neither a car nor still in production 
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11-07-2011, 07:30 AM
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Quote:
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Lets hope they get smart and port the awd system over. Is chevy the only company that has no AWD cars now?
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Correct, they have zero AWD cars. Neither does Honda, Toyota, and Nissan.
Not all AWD systems are created equal. Putting AWD on this car would not make it anymore super awesomer at handling. It would just make it heavier.
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11-07-2011, 07:34 AM
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What is the highest boost level PCM can read/make?
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repo bigals turd gen and part it out to a loving home
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11-07-2011, 08:54 AM
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How would a 4'10" senior citizen like this car as an automatic? Is it easy to get in and get out? Being that you're a taller person would said shorter person have different blind spots? How heavy is the steering wheel on low speed turns, like a parking lot situation? Will maintenance be simple/cheap being that it would be done mostly at the dealership?
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11-07-2011, 10:38 AM
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There is a lot of greenhouse in the hatchback, so it's hard to find a blindspot. But, everyone is different and at 16 inches shorter, I don't know what kind of a world that is.
The EPS is fine at low speeds, and tightens up around highway speeds. That's the beauty of the system. Getting in an out are fine, I don't feel as if I drop into the car.
Not sure on the maintenance part, haven't had it up in the air, but there are no timing belts to worry about, the 1.4t engine is a popular engine for Chevy and will be more popular in the future. It is an external filter, not an internal cartridge.
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11-07-2011, 12:51 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BigAls87Z28
Correct, they have zero AWD cars. Neither does Honda, Toyota, and Nissan.
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99 Z28 - SBE LS1/60e
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11-07-2011, 01:54 PM
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That weird Honda Accord crosstour is AWD...
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11-07-2011, 02:45 PM
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also multipul acuras i believe. which are hondas. lol
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99 Z28 - SBE LS1/60e
Motor - 10.84 @ 128 - 1.47 60'
Nitrous - 10.16 @ 132 - 1.40 60"
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11-07-2011, 04:08 PM
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Acura is an Acura, not a Honda. Buick, Cadillac and GMC offer AWD, but that doesn't make Chevy have one.
GTR is a division in and of itself. Crosstour is a crossover.
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11-07-2011, 07:45 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BigAls87Z28
Acura is an Acura, not a Honda. Buick, Cadillac and GMC offer AWD, but that doesn't make Chevy have one.
GTR is a division in and of itself. Crosstour is a crossover.
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acura is to honda as GMC is to chevy thou?
and a GTR is still a nissan lol
and oh btw... i didnt know you had kids....
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