Have you considered shopping for a used GT? They're rare, but not unheard-of, and it might put it just back inside your range.
Another thought would be to nab the 2.0 Premium instead of the Track and then add some mods yourself. For instance, a better spoiler and some wheels / tires.
No real decision here. If you're not going to mod it, 3.8 is the way to go.
Get rid of that criteria, and I would probably go the other way (if I could fit into a track, that is.)
This is always what it comes down to. If you're not planning on mods the 3.8 is more powerful out of the box. As far as handling, brakes and suspension improvements with the track models, I am not convinced that your average driver would be able to tell the difference in everyday driving.
Having the same "problem"...
Is there a huge difference between the diffs?
Thinking about getting a track 3.8 or a base 3.8 to save money.
Can i reorder the brembos via hyundai? Thats the only thing i would miss, because the gen will get an eibach pro kit etc.
I've driven the 3.8 GT which is the same mechanically as the 3.8 base. I'm gonig to drive a 2.0T Track tomorrow. We'll see what happens. I'm buying a car tomorrow no matter what though...
Unless you want your creature comforts (and the nice brown leather interior) the base is the way to go. I considered tracking down a used GT, but the nearest was just too far away.
Personally, I can live without all the electronic gizmo's (less to got wrong + less weight).
the track rides noticeably stiffer than the base models do. even a non-driver could tell the difference in comfort vs sportiness.
brembros from the dealer will run you 5k or more (3k front, 2k rear) and aftermarket isn't much cheaper
lsd, $1-1.5k
track has better seats IMO
better wheels/tires (for sport)
better suspension (for sport)
Add a re flash as your only mod and your car is just a hair slower than a 3.8, and you now have all the 'driving' tools to make a damn fun to drive car, instead of just a 'commuter'.
Im biased here, but Id recomend the 3.8, especially if your on a tight budget. Do you really have or intend to spend 2 - 3000.00 just to bring the HP of the 2.0 to the level of the 3.8?
And the track has better suspension, but unless your serious about tracking it dont bother.
There are plenty of guys who bought the track,and then replaced everything anyway. And there are plenty of 2.0 guys who wish they got the 3.8...just cant duplicate that sound.
I'd but the 2.0 below the track (premium???), unless you really need Track stuff. It's quick enough, good on fuel and has lots more in it that you can use daily.
The 3.8 is a draw though, as its just nice to say you own one!
Before you buy the 2.0, talk to some owners about fuel economy, every one that I have talked to arent getting the economy they expected. My 3.8 avaerages 27mpg on the highway, Ive had as good as 32 mpg, and in the city I dont even track it, to inconsistant, but I would be safe saying I get abour 20 - 23mpg.
As far as quick enough, that is a personal thing...my 3.8 is barely quick enough for me lol.
HID's are $80 from DD.....$40 from DDMTuning....and you can install yourself...so this is a non-issue...the main issue is the LSD and Brembo kit...along with the spoiler and nicer rims...i'm happy I got a track model...beats doing it yourself later with more expensively priced parts
btw...i get around 370-380 miles to the tank around...i put in regular so it's around $40-45
I had this dilemma but I couldn't justify spending the extra money for the V6 at all.
for the price difference of 2.0T track and the 3.8 Track.. you can build a 2.0T thats just as fast if not faster.. and have better handling due to the weight ratio.
and those who are having bad gas mileage. Stop stomping on the gas everywhere! i get average highway + city of 27 mpg and I still have fun driving the car.
if you are comparing 2.0T track to 3.8 GT... I dont think that should even be a question.. Brembos, LSD, 19's.. um yeah... why would u give those up? unless you are happy with painting your non brembo calipers red and pretending you have brembos... and shooting one tire fire at the local track..
even if its not ever going to be tracked... LSD is so much better even for daily driving and winter conditions... ever try driving non LSD in 2' of snow? you dont move foward as much as you do sideways.. its do-able.. but pain in the rear end..
going fast is easily made up for down the road... LSD, brembos.. are a bit more pricey to make up for...
ah, I am in the same dilemma. Except automatic is my only option (so that takes out the 2.0 Track) its either 2.0T Premium or 3.8GT/3.8 base. I am still unsure.
What is everyones avg price for a full tank? (2.0 & 3.8 owners pls answer!)
I like to have fun with my car, so I would go for the 2.0T track over the 3.8 base. Just get a reflash and a couple other mods and you wont regret it.
i now wish i got the track (GT in canada) instead of the 2.0T base.
I got the 3.8 after the same decision. I personally keep my car mostly stock.
However, if I were to go back again, I may consider the 2.0T track. This is because you have the LSD and the brembos. Then you can mod the rest of the car, and have a really fun car.
i wanted the 3.8 track. test drove it it was herra fast as fAWK. i loved it. than i tired the 2.0T Rspec. good enough for me! didnt really care for the sunroof or other track comforts. push start? i was pretty sure there are multiple remote on systems. besides, i love the PSH sound, and the whine. and that wierd ass whistle that my car makes when spooling. bahahah.
edit- i will place another order for DD's slim ballasts. no difference to me, the lights coming out of a projector housing. besides, i love being in front regardless. so, no one to blind.
The 3.8 has an extra 3 inches headroom. That was the deciding factor for me.
The power/heated seats and sunroof combine to remove 3" headroom on all Track and GT models.
The 3.8 is very fun to drive, and I will never put it on the track.
My 3.8 gets 32 MPG on the freeway, and about 18 MPG racing between lights in town.
Good luck!
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