So what does the R in type R stand for then?
 

Hmmm i've got a good idea about this one but there must be one or two others who know also? (it ends in an A ;))

Tony:D

normally race.

ra = race altered.

Nope not that one. give you a clue though, its the name of the 2 door shell they use ;)

Tony:D

Replica....

rigid

raspberry ripple

Think i might be in with a chance here.

Is it RETNA????

Am i a winner ?

but tony "coupe" does'nt have a "r" in it;):p:D

Rice

Rusty:D

Ripoff :norty:

AFAIK Gee WR1 wins !!

That's not even a word ! get your eyes checked.

Rubbery as in Rubbery chicken maybe ?

Mark A

Rally, ralley ,ralty ,rex, rough, right, reft,rampint, randy,redick,red,really fast, right cool, ramjet,rainbow,redeem,raja,roller,rabbit,ram,roast ,rare,.....................................

Is it not along the lines of "Subaru" meaning "Unite" and also a 6 star constellation - with a type 'R' being (only joking)


looked it up

The "Type RA" (Race Altered) is a lighter weight car with some options deleted and deemed the most suitable model in the range as the basis for a rally car. Generally they come without air conditioning, electric windows or radio, but these are available from the options list, and fitted to many road cars. The RA comes with a closed deck block, shorter gearing than standard (150mph at 8,000 rpm!), and rally style vent(s)/flap(s) on the roof.
When imported into the UK, the Japanese specification WRX retail price is approximately 25-100% higher than the standard Impreza Turbo 2000 model, depending on exchange rate, body style and options chosen.

Yup you are the winner :D
It does stand for Retna (as in the name of the bodyshell used, thus type R)

Tony:D

who says? and where is the proof?

Subaru Japan actually ;)
You would have thought it was going to be something like race (as i use to think), but then why do you have a race altered car? (well you wouldnt would you? ;))
Should i give you my source of info? ;)
I'll PM you with it :D

Tony:D

Cheers Tony :D
Retna was the name given 2 the 2 door series launched at the start of '95 in Japan.

Graeme :D