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Old 09 October 2005, 10:33 PM
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Just seen this article:-

"However, Subaru realises that the car's looks are an issue for some, and will be introducing a "D" spec STi model, which will lose the rear roof vane and wear a toned-down rear spoiler, as well as more subtle wheels (as in "not gold"). It'll also gain a more opulent leather interior and possibly more sound deadening to mute the heavy metal thrash that is a WRX in a hurry. Look for this one early in 2006"

Looks like they have realised that only CHAVS want Gold Wheels????

For the 'Grown-Ups' there is the D Spec. with opulent Leather - Class, Subaru!!

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Old 09 October 2005, 10:38 PM
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is this really or another windup?
Old 09 October 2005, 10:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Ray_li
is this really or another windup?
Try here http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/news/de...?storyId=12059
Old 09 October 2005, 10:42 PM
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Originally Posted by pslewis
Just seen this article:-

"However, Subaru realises that the car's looks are an issue for some, and will be introducing a "D" spec STi model, which will lose the rear roof vane and wear a toned-down rear spoiler, as well as more subtle wheels (as in "not gold"). It'll also gain a more opulent leather interior and possibly more sound deadening to mute the heavy metal thrash that is a WRX in a hurry. Look for this one early in 2006"

Looks like they have realised that only CHAVS want Gold Wheels????

For the 'Grown-Ups' there is the D Spec. with opulent Leather - Class, Subaru!!

Pete
Well IMHO its perfect business attitude for Subaru if it wants to shake the otherwise shameful reputation with the lower social classes of late.....

Role on Spec D

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Old 09 October 2005, 10:54 PM
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Subaru will get it right if they do this ...... it will attract the Scooby owners who are pissed off with the 'Chav Label'

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Old 09 October 2005, 10:54 PM
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Why didn't they finish the job and put a front mount on it and a flat bonnet.
Old 09 October 2005, 10:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Gastro
Well IMHO its perfect business attitude for Subaru if it wants to shake the otherwise shameful reputation with the lower social classes of late.....

Role on Spec D

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Followed by compulsory purchase orders for all classics over ten years old!
Old 09 October 2005, 11:46 PM
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That's right up my street apart from the lower level spoiler. Needs something in between in my view.
Old 09 October 2005, 11:57 PM
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Originally Posted by pslewis
Just seen this article:-

"However, Subaru realises that the car's looks are an issue for some, and will be introducing a "D" spec STi model, which will lose the rear roof vane and wear a toned-down rear spoiler, as well as more subtle wheels (as in "not gold"). It'll also gain a more opulent leather interior and possibly more sound deadening to mute the heavy metal thrash that is a WRX in a hurry. Look for this one early in 2006"

Looks like they have realised that only CHAVS want Gold Wheels????

For the 'Grown-Ups' there is the D Spec. with opulent Leather - Class, Subaru!!

Pete

For the Grown-ups there is the spec-c, for the old fogies there is the D spec.
Old 09 October 2005, 11:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Ray_li
is this really or another windup?
This is not a wind-up.

However, the final details/specs are not set in stone and are subject to change.

I asked about losing the scoop at their recent press conference. The reply: "We want to keep the responsiveness of the engine. Changing to a front mounted intercooler would create more lag, which is not something we want to do."
Old 10 October 2005, 12:02 AM
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Originally Posted by pslewis
Subaru will get it right if they do this ...... it will attract the Scooby owners who are pissed off with the 'Chav Label'

Pete

Will they **** get it right with this .

Can i please ask you mate if you have ever owned a Jdm spec-c or type-r because i read your posts and i want to punch you in the head because you have this dillusion of what a scooby should be like but really your dillusion is nothing to do with what an impreza is ment to be, a (RALLY SLAG)
Old 10 October 2005, 12:06 AM
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lol
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only just noticed theres a bit of bmw in the new one as well as alfa and goud nows what else.......<shakes head>
Old 10 October 2005, 12:12 AM
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so its not "drift spec" then
Old 10 October 2005, 12:14 AM
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Originally Posted by marcymarc555
Will they **** get it right with this .

Can i please ask you mate if you have ever owned a Jdm spec-c or type-r because i read your posts and i want to punch you in the head because you have this dillusion of what a scooby should be like but really your dillusion is nothing to do with what an impreza is ment to be, a (RALLY SLAG)
No need to get physical mate, Mr Lewis is an institution on Scoobynet and you are but a young pretender. One day you will learn the ways of the force and appreciate the ways of the Jedi master.
Old 10 October 2005, 12:14 AM
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IM with mr lewis on this , This is not a wind up repeat this is not a wind up, do a search on here for 07 wrx sti std.s and you will see.
Regards
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Old 10 October 2005, 12:16 AM
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lol i always laugh at the newbies who lash into PSL`s posts like they have read every bit of his "work" over the years
Old 10 October 2005, 12:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Scooby-Doo
No need to get physical mate, Mr Lewis is an institution on Scoobynet and you are but a young pretender. One day you will learn the ways of the force and appreciate the ways of the Jedi master.
So uve got a uk spec wagen aswell then
Old 10 October 2005, 08:59 AM
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Originally Posted by marcymarc555
So uve got a uk spec wagen aswell then
No
Old 10 October 2005, 09:26 AM
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I thought this car already existed ?
The B4 legacy??

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Old 10 October 2005, 09:44 AM
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Its a nice idea, I just hope that they offer silver wheels to all Imprezas as a no cost option for those who want them.

Personally I do not go for leather interiors. They make too much noise, and do not offer enough bum grip. They are also too hot when left in the sun, and too cold when its winter.

Each to their own, I wish them good luck.
Old 10 October 2005, 09:46 AM
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Why don't they do an STi wagon? This would appeal to the more responsible amongst us

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Old 10 October 2005, 09:48 AM
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Seems a sensible move IMHO, well worth looking out for, but I feel it will end up a limited edition like the MY02 prodrive edition STI did.

Richard
Old 10 October 2005, 09:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Steve Sherwen
Why don't they do an STi wagon? This would appeal to the more responsible amongst us

Steve
Yes please
Old 10 October 2005, 12:33 PM
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Originally Posted by StickyMicky
so its not "drift spec" then
pmsl-i can just imagine pslewis buying his d spec sti and then sliding out of the garage like a jap drifting god!!
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Old 10 October 2005, 12:48 PM
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The New Age STI 'Wagon was deleted in Japan after a couple of years, because hardly anyone bought it.....


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Will there be a 15" steel wheel option and longer springs ?
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