Ha, Ha,
Have done very little drag racing on street, not really experienced at it, like autoxing more. But just tonight, pulled up next to a Contour SVT, several kids in it, new car tags. I have a stock 2002 WRX wagon, with stick. Took off quick, he squealed his tires, beat him to the next light. Again, revved up after light changed, eased in the clutch, and let the power pass him in less than 30 yards. Only drove to about 50-60 on a 50 mph road, just enough to let him know I am faster. I don't want to beat up my clutch or tranny, so I have never dropped the clutch on this car, and have never squealed the tires, even in the rain. Also, I am not looking to race everyone. I know that Car and Driver, have put up some really fast 1/4 mile times with this car, but that was with 4500 rpm clutch drops. A new clutch installed by the dealer apparently costs around $1100, and my 36,000 mile warranty is already up.
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