The Trooper 1815

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Just had an invite to view the RB 320 and the Tribeca at my local Subaru Dealer on Sunday 26 November.

What is an RB 320???

Richard Burns 320 BHP perhaps? Last edition Newage?

SPG

Its a new special Richard Burns edition - Black, 320 units, 320 bhp, up-rated suspension, 18" alloys amongst other different spec. Did'nt think it was available this early though, heard it was early next year?

Luckyscoob

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I was told january.

The Trooper 1815

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Early viewings just before Rally GB, perhaps, as it is in Cardiff.

mp24

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see you there

C2forWRX

sounds good

The Trooper 1815

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Dealer is getting back with regards to what is actually there. I wait with anticipation!

SPG

Here we go, bit more info for you - Sports suspension inc heavy duty anti-roll bars, Bilstein dampers and sports spring kit, 18" alloys are anthracite! It has stainless steel front grill kit, Quick shift, Side sill plates, upgraded in car entertainment, RB320 Branded mats, gear **** and individually numbered alloy tax disc holder! Sounds awesome!

C2forWRX

how much then 29-30K list?

EddScott

That would swing the deal for me!




Sounds nice though.

SPG

Don't think it's officially announced yet, but reakon your bout right, should be under 30k

stilover

Have to say though, this is the first time I've heard about this model. Was there another thread I've missed?

How much was the WR1? Wasn't that £30k?

Wouldn't expect such a rare model to go for less than £30k.

C2forWRX

but no one in the right mind would buy it at 30+ surely

Pro Boy

rb320 the 1st being auction off at autosport event and first ones to be collected at pro drive in march

pippyrips

that will be expensive

rb5 286

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all for charoty mate, i'll bid £40k

The Trooper 1815

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Any pics about

Freelance Badger

This is the official press release


SUBARU ANNOUNCES RALLY HERO SPECIAL EDITION
Subaru has announced a new special edition Impreza WRX STI in memory of rally hero Richard Burns who died in November last year of cancer.
Called the RB320, the new car features around £6,000 worth of extra equipment including the 320 PS Prodrive Performance Pack, yet costs £29,995 on-the-road – an increase of only £3,500.

Available only in Obsidian Black, the RB320 features bespoke 18 ins alloy wheels and specially developed Prodrive suspension comprising Bilstein dampers, a sports spring kit with revised rear anti-roll bar and a ride height lowered by 30 mm at the front and 10 mm at the rear.

Also standard on the RB320 are a chrome mesh front grille, front lip spoiler, quickshift gearchange, side sill plates and RB320-branded gear ****, carpet mats and exclusive exterior badging. Each owner will also receive an individually numbered black alloy tax disc holder.

The PPP boosts power to 320 PS at 6,000 rpm with torque leaping to 332 lb ft at 3,700 rpm. This reduces the 0-60 mph time to 4.8 seconds with a 0-100 mph time of 12.2 seconds.

And as a further incentive, those customers placing early orders with deposits will be offered a limited number of places at a special RB320 launch event next March at Prodrive’s test track in Warwickshire.

Not only will RB320 fans take delivery of their cars at the circuit but will be able to drive demonstration STIs around the track and meet rally celebrities.

In addition, customers will also be able to register on-line and reserve the limited-edition number of their choice via a special sub-section of Subaru’s website.

Finally, the first car is to be given away in a special raffle organised by Autosport magazine, donated by Subaru (UK) Limited.

The proceeds will go to the Richard Burns Foundation which helps those suffering from serious injury and illness.

Subaru rally ace, Richard Burns – holder of the FIA World Rally Championship driver’s title – died in November 2005 of brain cancer at the age of 32.

bmac800

Sounds excellent and looks really good but what will it be worth this time next year £20k if your lucky.

pippyrips

fair play, that looks lovely but resale value is a very good point

robby1

i like it,anymore reviews

bob r

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If you buy it for resale value then go buy a mini.
It looks awesome and with only 320 available an icon.

juggers

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My type ra will **** all over it well ......any spec c will lmao

Looks nice tho i might just spray my 18's black and i will be ordering that grill kit looks very nice.

Goon

Nobody said it was supposed to be the fastest Impreza, your missing the point of why it has been made.

Who cares what it's worth next year, nobody buys an Impreza because of residual values anymore.

I think it looks great, obviously it's a tribute to RB first and foremost, I would certainly give both my ********* for one.

The Trooper 1815

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Well said Goon. It's the sentiment and the recognition that Richard was a real good bloke and the only Englishman to win the WRC to date.
But, look at the prices of good RB5's compared to the same age Classics.

SPG

Also stands a good chance this will be the last ever saloon special edition and with the Richard Burns name tagged to it I would have thought values would be much better! Special editions have always had higher residuals in the past, and look what you get to own!

StickyMicky

looks quite nice in darth vader black IMO

The Chief

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I think it looks great

wolfie28

Very nice, hello again Mr bank manager .

Residules should be good, look at the price of a mint RB5 or a P1 now, anyway if you think resale with a Scoob your buying the wrong car.

Wolfie.

GazTheHat

lOOks great. Fair play to subaru/prodrive for doing this.