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Old Jun 16, 2011 | 10:46 PM
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Cd/DVD/player looks funky
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 01:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Arronb
So your still on the hunt for a hatch then!

Depends really what you are after, assuming the 320r is a Saloon then apart from the shape there is not a huge amount of difference between that and the 330s, same seats, radio etc, oh and 10bhp, 330 power upgrade developed by Prodive where the 320 is by Subaru, both with UK Warranty.

Spec C, different car IMHO, not so many luxuries and not sure about Warranty, think if its a Litchfield one then you get 2 years but with them rather than your local dealer so if you are not close then not so good. This is more track focused due to it being lighter but more than acceptable on the road.

Serously thought about buying a spec C myself a few months back but decided against it as I wanted the luxuries more than the better handling etc, however I do still keeping thinking that I should have one, its an itch that needs to be scratched.
The newhatch Spec c is far from rough, it's nothing like the hawkeye spec c. Somehow it retains the same refinement as any standard hatch STI yet has bags more performance. This is why It took me a while to realise it's potential as I originally felt the hatch spec c had lost it's core DNA of rawness and performance. I have since come to learn that they have not lost any performance atall infact I think the hatch spec c is a much better handling car then the hawk spec c.

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Not sure I like the saloon, looks like an Avensis. Agree with the Spec C points Arron and have the Exige so don't really want two of a kind. Like you I like the little luxuries. The question is then a newish 330s is going to cost between 22 and 25k where as the new monster is 33k. Is the spec c suspension worth the difference? Also guessing the bottom is going to fall out of these soon as well with £2 petrol on the horizon making them difficult to sell on with their 400+ tax compared to the Golf R?
It's nothing like an Exige there about as raw as you can get!!!

Golf r..........no chance gets a good spanking here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uAkkOlfoCJw
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 09:40 AM
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whats's an A-Line?

the Blue Spec C.... was he tuning the radio when the light when to green???? lol
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 09:45 AM
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[QUOTE=juggers;10094119]The newhatch Spec c is far from rough, it's nothing like the hawkeye spec c. Somehow it retains the same refinement as any standard hatch STI yet has bags more performance. This is why It took me a while to realise it's potential as I originally felt the hatch spec c had lost it's core DNA of rawness and performance. I have since come to learn that they have not lost any performance atall infact I think the hatch spec c is a much better handling car then the hawk spec c.



It's nothing like an Exige there about as raw as you can get!!!

Golf r..........no chance gets a good spanking here [url]

The Exige isn't as raw as it use to be it even has a useless cup holder now! I think like Aaron said I might miss my luxury toys in the Spec C as it would be my daily drive and not the weekend toy. Back to the thinking board........
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by salsa-king
whats's an A-Line?

the Blue Spec C.... was he tuning the radio when the light when to green???? lol
As far as I know, its was a toned down WRX STI,and came with an auto box, but more pleasing interior.
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 09:41 PM
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Originally Posted by salsa-king
Cd/DVD/player looks funky
Yeah I like it. Not the one that comes with the 320r - I preferred the bigger screen and the Album Art display for the iPod control so had my dealer change it. Good sound too.
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by 73henny
Yeah I like it. Not the one that comes with the 320r - I preferred the bigger screen and the Album Art display for the iPod control so had my dealer change it. Good sound too.
Mark,

Good to see the 920 fitted Somewhat of an improvement over the 320 version.
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 11:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Don Clark
Mark,

Good to see the 920 fitted Somewhat of an improvement over the 320 version.

Don
Yes. Big improvement. iPod integration is much better, as is the navigation. Looks much better I think.
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Old Jun 18, 2011 | 11:36 AM
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Originally Posted by salsa-king
whats's an A-Line?

the Blue Spec C.... was he tuning the radio when the light when to green???? lol
WRX STI A-Line comes with Subaru's 2.5 liter Boxer engine with 300 hp and 350 Nm of torque

Subaru has introduced the new Impreza WRX STI A-Line edition and, like an old friend who checks in with you from time to time, it's always nice to hear from Subaru, isn't it?
The A-Line is a more accessible, comfy version of the WRX STI meant to attract more distinguishing and less dedicated customers to Subaru. It features Subaru's 2.5 liter Boxer engine, coupled with a 5-speed automatictransmission trademarked by Subaru as the SPORTSHIFT.
Comfort comes by way of an 8-directional electronically adjustable driver's seat with optional leather seats and leather trim on the inner door paneling highlighted with silver stitching. A new color, "Satin White Pearl", is also made available in the A-Line.
But this WRX STI A-Line's still got the boogie. That 2.5 liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder engine comes with 300 hp and 350 Nm of torque. A single scroll turbocharger helps the engine produce a steady stream of torque within a mid-rev to high-rev range.
And there is lots of technology to keep this Subaru humming with speed and comfort. A Downshifting Blipping Control allows the automatic transmission to have a quick chat with the engine management system to increase enginespeed while downshifting gears in order to have as smooth a shift as possible.
The VTD (Variable Torque Distribution) AWD system provides electronic control of torque distribution between the rear and front axles dependent on driving conditions to maintain a keen sense of balance ontheroad for this WRX STI.
There's also a Tumble Generation Valve that controls air intake for maximum combustion efficiency under the hood.
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Old Jun 21, 2011 | 12:11 PM
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Anyone know Hatch HX59 FRF - it is a 330s currently for sale in Ludlow?
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Old Jun 21, 2011 | 05:17 PM
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how to tell a 330s.
1. rear window tints
2. Push button start.
3. Recaro seats (only in the 330s)
4. DVD/SatNav/CD/radio
5. there should be a silver sticker on the drivers side door pilar at the bottom, saying the car is a 330s
6. it should comes as stad with 18" 330s alloys.

looks like a 330s
http://www.shukerslandrover.co.uk/ap...&vehicleid=337


re read OP... sorry don't know it.

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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 01:17 PM
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As the thread title says... my first Scoob - a cheeky '09 WRX.

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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 01:38 PM
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Welcome along, liking your carbon spoiler, any other plans?
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 01:49 PM
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Nice looking car

Blue with the black tints look fantastic along with the STi spoiler

Get yourself to the arena at the NBO 9 on Sunday for all the hatches together
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 02:18 PM
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Originally Posted by salsa-king
how to tell a 330s.
1. rear window tints
2. Push button start.
3. Recaro seats (only in the 330s)
4. DVD/SatNav/CD/radio
5. there should be a silver sticker on the drivers side door pilar at the bottom, saying the car is a 330s
6. it should comes as stad with 18" 330s alloys.

looks like a 330s
http://www.shukerslandrover.co.uk/ap...&vehicleid=337


re read OP... sorry don't know it.
Dont they have a badge on the rear as well?
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 06:38 PM
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^^^
anyone can buy a badge
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 09:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Arronb
Welcome along, liking your carbon spoiler, any other plans?
Cheers mate.

Perrin rear ARB & K&N filter are going on next Friday. Got front grill WRX badge being shipped from the US for something different, they get as standard. After warranty is out... who knows...

Would love to be at NBO at the weekend. Family do on but may be able to negotiate it!
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 09:42 PM
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Originally Posted by GordonC
Cheers mate.

Perrin rear ARB & K&N filter are going on next Friday. Got front grill WRX badge being shipped from the US for something different, they get as standard. After warranty is out... who knows...

Would love to be at NBO at the weekend. Family do on but may be able to negotiate it!
Hope you dont mind me asking but where did the spoiler come from as I'm after one like that
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 10:20 PM
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ebay Rob
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 10:32 PM
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Originally Posted by rb5 286
ebay Rob
Nice one, well I've ditched the wrc one so going back to basics
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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 07:31 AM
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Why are you ditching it ?
Took a bit of getting used to but I was getting to like it !!
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ye, surprised

but i think Rob doesnt stay happy for long - you're already looking at swapping the hatch in for a replacement arent you lol
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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 07:58 AM
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They obviously pay him too much !!
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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by rob84
Hope you dont mind me asking but where did the spoiler come from as I'm after one like that
Hello mate. Honest answer is, I don't know! It was on the car when I bought it 6 month old, though the monkey that fitted it screwed the rear washer. Had to get the dealer to sort before I accepted the car - word of caution incase you go for one.

Quick google and it looks like its from a company called 'Siebon'.
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Originally Posted by rb5 286
ye, surprised

but i think Rob doesnt stay happy for long - you're already looking at swapping the hatch in for a replacement arent you lol
Think the deal is done!
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if it was seibon unless the owner paid a massive fortune

i got mine from japan via ebay purchase, had high res images sent to me of the actual item before i commited

yes the washer jet doesnt clip in like the original does as its carbon , the actual washer jet itself does to the carbon but I VHB tape fixed it the the spoiler
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Originally Posted by StanS
Why are you ditching it ?
Took a bit of getting used to but I was getting to like it !!

Honest answer, I was never happy about the way it was mounted on the car & it was starting to crack as the angle to me was too steep so was dragging the car back allot, Taken it off and what a difference to the drive-ability of my car now
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Originally Posted by rb5 286
ye, surprised

but i think Rob doesnt stay happy for long - you're already looking at swapping the hatch in for a replacement arent you lol
Yes I was looking for it's replacement I.E 2.0ltr jdm after talking to immy at pcm if he's still got the Spec c and hasn't gone on holiday he maybe bringing it to the NBO
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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 08:02 PM
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On another note I currently have a Police hatch in the workshop with headgasket failure on both sides. so I decided to do a touch of digging on the subject of pistons. Seems the police car has the std pistons fitted much to my amazement and after 49,000 miles theres not a scratch on them. but however after further digging it had been fitted with a different ecu at subaru, but this could be to do with the extra equipment on board.

And one more thing, After a meeting with my boss today I will be starting up my own motorsport devision within the company under my trading name at a more competitive price to the dealer prices.
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Old Jun 23, 2011 | 08:45 PM
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Originally Posted by rob84
Honest answer, I was never happy about the way it was mounted on the car & it was starting to crack as the angle to me was too steep so was dragging the car back allot, Taken it off and what a difference to the drive-ability of my car now
Doh !
I won't put in an offer for it then.

Good luck with the new business
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