sickboy

Guys,
we've all seen that the 2003 model has had a bit of a facelift. (Personally I don't think it makes a massive difference).

Anyhow, does anyone know if there are going to be any technical revisions to the 2002 model?

MattW

PS up to 225
Better quality interior trim
Rev counter moves to centre of dash

All that I can think of, off top of head.

sickboy

cheers Matt.

Now, do I go for a UK 2002 with discount, or wait and order a MY2003 from Belgium. Decision, decisions.....

lucky_strike

I'm gonna check out the MY03 at the NEC on Friday but will probably wait rather than going for the discounted current model.

When it comes down to it I think the pleasure is in the driving of a Scooby not what it looks like or whether the interior is better than a Focus RS (or whatever).

I think the improvements are small (interior and exterior), I'm in no rush to get hold of one (waited until I'm 30 anyway so a couple more months won't make much difference).

Personally, a big factor will be what the new seats are like - I belive they are supposed to be a little different (and my dodgy bad back amy benefit from the changes).

sickboy

ah well, I sold my MY99 in February, and have now had enough and want another.

If the differences are very minor I'm tempted to go for the discount on a UK car.

elondan

Hi,
I have a friend in Subaru Israel, and according to info he got from Japan, the WRX had all its shock absorbers replace (now firmer), it gains a front LSD (a shortrack like the STI's), different gearbox (still 5-speed), and different steering system (don't know the details)
Should be some beast!!

sickboy

sounds like it's all good.

However will that apply to UK models.

Time to head off to the Subaru Japan web site and see what I can find....

sickboy

just found some useful info on Steve Breens site.
http://www.iwoc.co.uk/my2003.html

In summary (if nyone is interested:
Aggressive yet more aerodynamic new front styling
Bumper, bonnet, wings and headlamps all new
Power boost for WRX - now 225 PS
Stronger throttle response for WRX
Improved engine cooling for 265 PS STi
Revised dampers for most models give even better handling
STi gains more rigid front suspension, sharper steering
Interior quality upgrade - new cloth trim, revised centre console
Safety boost includes active front head-restraints, ISOFIX rear child seat mounts, impact-absorbing brake pedal and pedestrian-friendly wipers and bonnet
On sale in UK during February 2003

lucky_strike

I'm impressed with the pedestrian friendly wipers! A real plus point!

Be interested if it has a front LSD as per Subaru Israel - no idea what it would do for me but it sounds good

sickboy

well you see an unfriendly wiper will have your eye out.

Pedestrian friendly one's are corked at the end for safety :-)

Chris L

Have a look in Scoobyshop - there is a full specification of a Type UK /European STI MY03 - might help.

Chris