I am currently researching the Cobalt. What I have concluded so far is the frequency of engines bogging down, shutting off, or fuses blowing. Is this a widespread problem due to manufacturer error, or individual driving habits? I've also researched a Dodge SRT-4. Clearly quicker, but not by a wide margin. Is it true that SRT-4's have been known for tranny problems?

Clearly, I am looking for a attractive looking car with sufficient boost to shut off the wannabe neo-car clubs composed of 16 year olds running in town with ricers that sound like loud John Deeres in agony. I especially hate it when they run next to me and then downshift to expose a obnoxiously loud APC muffler with 18 stickers peeling from the noise. Not only does this hurt me ears, it royally ticks me off.

I just want to enjoy the feel of genuine boost. Anybody got some suggestions on a good car to get please let me know. I am new here, and look forward to hopefully trading experiences in my next newfound blaze of glory.

 

I like you already. lol

 

scat welcome to the forums. The srt is quicker stock for stock, but the cobalt ss is a more complete car imo. It has been documented in various car magazines that the cobalt is a very quick and solid car. It is very comfortable even on long drives. My car has close to 2,000 miles and I have yet to have any problems.

The car also gets many on lookers and head turns just about everywhere I go. So I think its a much more attractive looking car then the srt-4, which lets be honest, from an outside appearance stand point is a neon with some added ground effects and a wing.

The srt-4 is great from a performance stand point no doubt about it, but the cobalt is just a step or so behind. With the on coming GM upgrades and growing support from many aftermarket vendors, the cobalt won't be behind for long.

Get a cobalt ss

 

not to get off topic but ncie site, nice cavy, and I love your FAQ section... lol go google up some **** its not here

 

Thanks for the welcome. I've heard mostly good things about the Cobalt S/C. Pound for pound, HP wise the car has great hp to power ratio. Now the car looks very attractive. But the wing has got to be a little smaller, as i've heard it impedes the view from behind.

How well does the Cobalt S/C handle if you get the slip differential option? I've heard this eliminates torque understeer. I'm also worried about insurance. How much would it be for a 22 year old? I'm sure not as bad as a GTO or other V-8.