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Originally Posted by afterburn 549

Other then 10 more HP, and aluminum doors I think, what is the draw? (for the R )

The name. It may be a slightly more focused model, but the difference sounds pretty small to me.

10hp, stiffer & lower suspension, 120# lighter (as long as you DON'T have AC, radio, PDK). It comes with some cool options.

Originally Posted by look 171

Because it is a R. I don't think its anything special but during resale. Someone will get excited over it. In terms of day to day driving enjoyment, its better to just stick with the S or get a mild tune from a reputable company with good track records. They are safe and reversible to stock. Just don't tune it with additional 90 HP

Exactly, factory special with some cool options. I suspect you could do some mods to an S and get most of the way there. I'm not sure that 120# lighter is enough to feel much difference. I think I'd feel 300-400#, but I don't think I'd feel much difference with vs without the missus.