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      10-18-2012, 11:03 AM   #73
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Originally Posted by ovekvam View Post
The E82 (non 1M) had the e-diff only when the electronics (DSC/DTC) was enabled. The new thing about the F20 is that it has an e-diff when the DSC/DTC is switched off. It is not as good as a real LSD, but it is a lot better than only an open differential.

I have read several reviews about the Toyota GT86 that raves about the steering. The car was built for the optimum driving experience, and I am pretty sure Toyota/Subaru tested both hydraulic and electric steering in the prototypes. They chose electric, and it works. And the GT86 is just as hard core as a Boxster. It even has a real limited slip differential! :-)
You are giving me ideas. Just 2 weeks ago there was an international auto show here in Santiago with more than 50 brands participating. Toyota/Subaru twins were also present and I assume they are going to sell them here soon, maybe already started. Should go and ask for a test drive and see it myself I was not crazy about the looks in person though. Liked the styling (especially interior) of new Mercedes A series, that was the surprise of the show for me. Future AMG version can be tempting for many.
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