"new" 97 GLX

[robparsons@juno.com (Robert A Parsons)]

Monday I dropped off my "old" 97 and drove away in a "new" 97.....(the
"old" 97 was a lemon and the BBB granted me a repurchase).  Anyway,  
there be differences that I like! > The BOSE system sounds nice and
strong - the bass caught me off gaurd cause it had been  awhile since I'd
heard a decent car stereo!  Interestingly the radio reception isn't as
good as was the Premium stereo here in San Diego (Panasonic vs Clarion
??). > The shift knob has changed to a clear plastic top, a different
knob shape with a more ribbed feel where the stitching is.  Like
masturbating with a new "tool" I guess :).   
>The trunk liner is much more substantial.  The old car had a stoopid
flimsy POS that would slide around, while the new liner is thick, hinged
in the middle and has a groovy strap/loop thingy to pull on to get to the
spare tire.
>The chromed exhaust tips are a good thing.  It is very subtle and I can
really  only notice the difference when viewing the car from the left
rear side.

Possible bad difference:
I've been reading complaints about chunky and loose transmissions and now
I think I know what people have been talking about.  The old transmission
was silky smooth and wouldn't 'catch' like the new one does.   But, I
shouldn't bitch cause reverse gear would sometimes actually be 1st gear
and thats the main reason I was granted a new car.  Ohhhhh the ironies of
life.....  :)



Another thing...It's damn frustrating breaking a new engine in!  I've
been hauling ASS in my 'rental' for the last 3 months!!

- -Rob the Happy Camper


PS   Discount Tire offered $60 per Goodyear GA before 500 miles.  They
have Dunlop SP 4000s for $125 each.     Good deal??