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    Thinking About Buying A New Corolla But Have Question

    Steering and handling are on the top of my list but that does not mean I want a FRS/BRZ, Mustang, Genesis or Cayman. Nor am I looking for a mid or full size car with turbo engine or with 300+ horse power. First of all those cars are outside of my budget so I'm not even going to consider...
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    Thinking About Buying A New Corolla But Have Question

    Hi Blackbird, Your insight definitely helps. If you read my other post where I provided my personal ratings of steering and handling performance for various cars based on my experience, where would you place the 2014 Corolla S you have? For example, if you rate the 8th gen Civic EX sedan a 5...
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    Thinking About Buying A New Corolla But Have Question

    I would like to explain my thoughts on steering and handling of various cars I have driven in the past so you guys can understand why I am a little obsessed with this subject. The followings are my ratings of steering and handling performance of various cars I have driven in the past: 2003...
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    Thinking About Buying A New Corolla But Have Question

    When you say stiffer, do you mean the steering feels crisper (eg quick and precise and tight enough) or do you mean the steering feels heavy and slow? Thanks
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    Thinking About Buying A New Corolla But Have Question

    I know I should take a test drive to determine whether I like the car or not but I was hoping there are some former 8th gen Civic owners here who can provide some insight. (2006-2011 Civics were extremely popular so I am surprised I have not seen any former owners here. May be most 8th gen...
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    Thinking About Buying A New Corolla But Have Question

    I am thinking about purchasing either a 2014 Corolla LE Eco or S but I have some questions I hope some owners can answer. 1) How does new Corolla's steering and handling feel when compared to an 8th gen (2006-2011) Honda Civic? My current car is a 2008 Honda Civic EX Coupe and I think its...
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