Well, I finally got my (removed) to an Auto-X event and loved it. It is a shi*load of fun. You guys should all try to get to at least 1 and give it a shot. Since it was my first time, I was a bit nervous, but I finished 2nd in my class (h-Stock). Overall, I wasnt a big contender, but it was still fun. Anyway, the XRS is fun to drive at these events, but it leaves something to be desired when it comes to body roll. considering how tall it is, it handles very well, but to really compete in these events, I am going to have to make some suspension mods like new sways, drop it at least 1 inch and smaller, lighter rims. And a tower bar wouldnt be a bad idea. In summary, the XRS is no wimp, even with its huge ride height compared to other cars that were there (WRX's, civic si's, m3,i300's etc) Also, I was the only Matrix there and the first one for that particular club. Also, the fastest time of the day was 50.248 (streeet prepared) and my time was 60.242(stock,no mods except trd filter) . Not too shabby for a newbie Link to pics is below..
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/Cobalt_AMG