MineralstangGT Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Hello everyone. I'm really wanting to pick up the 6-speed stick in the 1.6L SE, but I wanted to see what other peoples opinions were regarding their thoughts on future aftermarket support. I guessing that Steeda will be doing some items, and I have loved their parts on my '02 Mustang GT, but I wonder if that will be chassis related only. I am a huge fan of chassis modifications, but I am wondering whether the 1.6L will just be the stepchild of the two motors and not get any kind of cold air, tune, etc. support. I know Superchips did a tune in Europe that was really successful. There is a bunch of benefits in both the 1.6L and 2.0L that I'm sure could be unlocked. I really want the stick in the car as I feel like its a dying breed and I would love to own one in the Fusion, but I wanted to see peoples thoughts on future aftermarket support of the 1.6L. Thanks for the input! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2011 redmerc Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Personally I think there will be decent aftermarket support for the 1.6 Ecoboost. I too think that there is lots of untapped performance in the 1.6L engine and a good tuner will find it. I'm thinking 25-30 more HP should be pretty easy even in the 1.6L engine. If I were younger I would love to have a stick 1.6L Ecoboost Fusion but will have to make due with my auto 2.5L. You should buy one anyway! I say go for It! The blue with appearance package looks great. All the magazine testers love the stick 1.6L Ecoboost Fusion. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aspradhan Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 I have a 1.6L, manual SE built on November 30, that is stuck with a "stop ship" order on it. No near delivery date in sight. I test drove the 1.6L and the torque range is really nice, I think you're right that there is probably more power available. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctrcbob Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 I'm not being a wise guy, so don't take this wrong. If you really want a "Stick", you should go for the Dodge Dart with the 1.4 Turbo. Dealers are loaded with them, that they can't sell, only because most Americans and Canadians want automatics. In reading their forums, those with the stick love them, but dealers are stuck with so many. Production for over three months of the 1.4 Turbo was only with manuals. Only in the last few weeks have they added the Duel Clutch "Automatic" which is really a manual that shifts by itself. Like I said, don't take this post wrong. I just depends how much you want a manual transmission. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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