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I've never taken the WRX on track or on an autocross course. But my Focus would destroy it now. The WRX is much softer, laggier, and heavier. The Focus has a huge advantage on an autocross course because it's got huge low-rpm pull compared to the WRX. 2nd gear in the WRX is too tall for some slow corners, and it's impossible to shift to 1st while moving. So you get stuck in this zone where you wanna break out the spurs and give it a good kick...

For the record, I have very little emotional attachment to the WRX. It's an awesome high speed all-weather commuter. But it isn't even remotely as fun to drive as my Focus.

Rich, "Lapping" does not mean racing or timing. Most lapping events are not timed. In some it is outright forbidden. I forget where, but I've been to a lapping event where they said if they catch you with ANY timing equipment, you'll be kicked out.

The SVTOA is a driver's education event. This means it focuses heavily on instruction, with more controlled passing, etc. Lapping is basically the same, just no instructors.

"Time Attack" or Solo 1 is the only time it's even remotely a competition.

Oh, and it looks like I'll be going on SUNDAY, not Saturday. Finished the intercooler install, but didn't have time to pack the car last night.