I did a round trip of 175 last Sunday to Worthing. Not the motorway route but through Petworth and Arundel to enjoy the country roads and scenery. I don't know what was going on but passing me in the opposite direction was streams of McLaren, Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Porsche's and Aston Martins. The sounds were fantastic, but all beaten for decibels by a MK 5 golf. But my point is, as I have strayed, is that my mpg was 36.3. This was my best yet. So good to see this isn't unusual. My normal everyday drives gives me about 27 mpg.
GR86 What did you do with your GR86 today
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sbc_uk
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Mine seems permanently fixed at 30 mpg give or take a .1 or .2
I guess so. It's no worse than my GT86 managed on a similar commute, but fuel is more costly now.
But on the flipside, I only have to be at the office 2-3 days a week.
Mute101
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The 'smiles' per gallon are fantastic though.
KobayashiMaru86
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Mine still averages about 27mpg but I don't hang about and it's all A and B roads. My Swift almost feels as bad, to the point it's almost cheaper to use the 86 as it's more fun. The bike though, even hammering does 50mpg as there's always sections you slow and lift off a lot.
sbc_uk
Totally Hooked
Amen
KobayashiMaru86
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Paid £142 in fees on some parts from Japan 
leosayer
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Same here.
It hardly ever gets used for practical purposes, just weekends away and early morning weekend drives just for fun.
I live in London so need to do a few miles on motorways to get to some interesting roads so I'm rarely stuck in traffic which no doubt helps MPG.
I'm more than happy of my long-term average of 32mpg and my best from a tank of 37.
I do wish for a larger fuel tank though because generally the fuel light comes on after only 250 miles or so which is not much.
ShootinJack
Obsessed member
Early start at 5.30 this morning, 11k walk and 182 miles driven in the Yorkshire Dales. Drove it quite hard today (26mpg), had some great uninterrupted runs, best bit, Butter tubs pass. Love that road.
Been a while since I last went out for a good drive.
Been a while since I last went out for a good drive.
sbc_uk
Totally Hooked
I'm leading a group of 13 cars this weekend on a tour of North Wales 
Much merriment will be had including a Saturday night hotel stop
We have a varied selection of vehicles including GR86 S2000 M2 911 GTIs S3 Z350 Mustang ....
Wish me luck!!
Much merriment will be had including a Saturday night hotel stop
We have a varied selection of vehicles including GR86 S2000 M2 911 GTIs S3 Z350 Mustang ....
Wish me luck!!
Good LuckWish me luck!!
mackie
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Tonight is camber bolt and new fancy (i.e. less likely to rust solid) drop links (both acquired in the recent Whiteline 25% off sale) installation ready for its post-coilover alignment tomorrow morning. Pray for me that the rear camber is pretty even left to right and that I don't need to stump up for adjustable lower arms. It was only around 0.1 degrees out at normal ride height so hopefully will be fine.
KobayashiMaru86
Totally Hooked
Pob lwc and watch out for speed traps. Waze is a must in Wales now, especially up North. Love it up there.I'm leading a group of 13 cars this weekend on a tour of North Wales
Much merriment will be had including a Saturday night hotel stop
We have a varied selection of vehicles including GR86 S2000 M2 911 GTIs S3 Z350 Mustang ....
Wish me luck!!
Installed a newer and firmer elbow rest. A Japanese upgrade from the Ali Express one. It’s firmer and wraps around behind the Handbrake a bit more.
Too bad it's red stitching instead of silver. But it is perfect for my bony elbow right behind the handbrake!
Chef's Kiss I love it!
Too bad it's red stitching instead of silver. But it is perfect for my bony elbow right behind the handbrake!
Chef's Kiss I love it!
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That would probably be the Goodwood Breakfast Club meet
I bought this one from. AliExpress. Works well for me.
Initial-G
Devoted member
Back home after a break in Norfolk.
Enjoyed a few fun drives, highlights including Sheringham to Wells next the Sea, and Southwold to Cromer.
Such fun to drive! This is just the kind of trip I bought this car for! The lightweight and naturally aspirated engine are so sharp.
Traffic generally pretty good as it’s not peak holiday season. When stuck behind slow cars I’d take it easy through the villages and create the space for some fun driving in the twisty bits.
Practical too. The boot fits in way more than you’d think. No problem for a week’s worth of generous holiday packing for two.
Enjoyed a few fun drives, highlights including Sheringham to Wells next the Sea, and Southwold to Cromer.
Such fun to drive! This is just the kind of trip I bought this car for! The lightweight and naturally aspirated engine are so sharp.
Traffic generally pretty good as it’s not peak holiday season. When stuck behind slow cars I’d take it easy through the villages and create the space for some fun driving in the twisty bits.
Practical too. The boot fits in way more than you’d think. No problem for a week’s worth of generous holiday packing for two.
I got a pic of my previous Elise with those huts a few years ago in Southwold. Nice place & nice roads.
