WRX STi Type UK
23 January 2002, 09:38 PM
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I'm driving one tomorrow (if it arrives at the dealers) been waiting for delivery since Monday.....
It can't be that much better than a WRX heavily modded Leda suspension & a PPP ....can it?
I will let u know shortly.......
It can't be that much better than a WRX heavily modded Leda suspension & a PPP ....can it?
I will let u know shortly.......
23 January 2002, 09:41 PM
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Cheam Motors had 2 black ones arrive on a transporter today. They're waiting for a few Prodrive ones now for stock.
First real look - nice. The only thing I don't really like is the rear spoiler - first thing to change!
First real look - nice. The only thing I don't really like is the rear spoiler - first thing to change!
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23 January 2002, 10:24 PM
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I've just heard today that the STi that I ordered last Sunday will not be delivered until May. The dealer in question is one of the biggest (in terms of new cars sold) in Scotland. I will be the third customer (from this dealer) to get mine (non-Prodrive blue/black). These cars are going to be scarce this year.
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23 January 2002, 10:49 PM
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Right peeps, a little drunk, a little tired but...
Where to start, first off, for some reason the car feels more solid, more german in build quality, for some reason the doors close with a more reasuring thud.. the interior, some nice chrome/brushed alluminum touches, such as door releases, gator surround.. Next thing to notice bar the huge bonnet scoob (2x the WRX's in size), is the RPM gauge is where the speedo is in the WRX and vica versa....
Start the engine, and a nice, but not intrusive burble from the rear.. thanks to the STi back box...
I'm not going to go into too much detail, as you really have to drive one to appreciate the car in full..
But, for those of you aware of the improvements in suspension between the pre MY'01 and MY'01 WRX, imagine that x10.. Brakes, there was a slight improvement in the braking capabilities of the MY'01 over the previous models, but the brembo set-up on the MY'01 STi is simply awesome, well balanced, ie. you don't get thrown forward due to weight transfer, very balance and very efficient...
6 speed box, this gives the car some of the rawness that was lacking in the standard MY'01 WRX, although you have to move through the gears quite quickly, when cruising, no matter what gear (speed dependant), there is plenty of power.. Handling - well, the new suspension (as mentioned before) is unreal, very little role, but even on bumpy roads very composed - no major bump steer (i may be using that term out of context, sorry puriests
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It has made my MY'01 WRX feel positively coarse! You guys have just got to drive one! Words don't do it justice,
Alex
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Where to start, first off, for some reason the car feels more solid, more german in build quality, for some reason the doors close with a more reasuring thud.. the interior, some nice chrome/brushed alluminum touches, such as door releases, gator surround.. Next thing to notice bar the huge bonnet scoob (2x the WRX's in size), is the RPM gauge is where the speedo is in the WRX and vica versa....
Start the engine, and a nice, but not intrusive burble from the rear.. thanks to the STi back box...
I'm not going to go into too much detail, as you really have to drive one to appreciate the car in full..
But, for those of you aware of the improvements in suspension between the pre MY'01 and MY'01 WRX, imagine that x10.. Brakes, there was a slight improvement in the braking capabilities of the MY'01 over the previous models, but the brembo set-up on the MY'01 STi is simply awesome, well balanced, ie. you don't get thrown forward due to weight transfer, very balance and very efficient...
6 speed box, this gives the car some of the rawness that was lacking in the standard MY'01 WRX, although you have to move through the gears quite quickly, when cruising, no matter what gear (speed dependant), there is plenty of power.. Handling - well, the new suspension (as mentioned before) is unreal, very little role, but even on bumpy roads very composed - no major bump steer (i may be using that term out of context, sorry puriests
)It has made my MY'01 WRX feel positively coarse! You guys have just got to drive one! Words don't do it justice,
Alex
[Edited by DrEvil - 1/23/2002 11:05:56 PM]
24 January 2002, 10:16 AM
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RumpleS - just read it, the one I drove had 450miles on the clock, so was still very tight too, but even though it was 'orrible weather last night, I was able to give it a bit of stick on smooth and bumpy roads... I think Subaru have a definite winner here, the only other car that felt as sure footed to me was the 22b I had a quick go in 
Forgot to say thanks to Roger @ Bell & Colvill for taking me out last night.
To say I am tempted to get one is a understatement
Alex
Forgot to say thanks to Roger @ Bell & Colvill for taking me out last night.
To say I am tempted to get one is a understatement
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24 January 2002, 02:49 PM
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Alex,
Very interested to see your comments as I collect mine on Saturday morning.
Lets hope Litchfield have it all clean and polished and ready to go.( With Scoobysport exhaust and high rear spoiler)
My wife will be driving back to Watford in the MYOO and me in the STi7 so should make for an intersting drive back down the M40.
Will post some photos Saturday.
Sunday morning will be spent re-discovering some local roads.
Grant
Very interested to see your comments as I collect mine on Saturday morning.
Lets hope Litchfield have it all clean and polished and ready to go.( With Scoobysport exhaust and high rear spoiler)
My wife will be driving back to Watford in the MYOO and me in the STi7 so should make for an intersting drive back down the M40.
Will post some photos Saturday.
Sunday morning will be spent re-discovering some local roads.
Grant
24 January 2002, 03:01 PM
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Rum - doh, you're in trouble, she reads this forum to make sure people aren't encouraging me! But you're probably right, she would notice 
For those that have them on order, nice one, you won't regret it, if you were impressed with the '01 WRX you'll be astounded with the '01 STi..
Looks like I'll have to do another suspension change on my WRX, to try and get it near to the STi set up!
Alex
But you're probably right, she would notice For those that have them on order, nice one, you won't regret it, if you were impressed with the '01 WRX you'll be astounded with the '01 STi..
Looks like I'll have to do another suspension change on my WRX, to try and get it near to the STi set up!
Alex
24 January 2002, 03:09 PM
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Isn't the sport suspension package the inverted STI struts? Talk to your dealer mate.
Gotta admit a more frantic gearing appeals to me, as even high powered UK 01 WRX's leave me a little cold I'm afraid.
Chuck
Gotta admit a more frantic gearing appeals to me, as even high powered UK 01 WRX's leave me a little cold I'm afraid.
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24 January 2002, 03:15 PM
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Anyone been offered any p/x figures on their MY01 for a STI UK yet???
Should be interesting to see if what they said last year when i bought the car stand up to what they offer now!!!!
Jza
Should be interesting to see if what they said last year when i bought the car stand up to what they offer now!!!!
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24 January 2002, 03:20 PM
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If it is, thats great, cos theyre only 700 quid (ish) + fitting 
The 6 gear set up is really good, means you are constantly in a power band, unless you drive like (old man) Trout that is
Alex
+ fitting The 6 gear set up is really good, means you are constantly in a power band, unless you drive like (old man) Trout that is
Alex
25 January 2002, 07:24 PM
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Tried Sti last night & have got MY01 september plate with PPP, prodrive brakes, lights, side sills painted & a bit more (18" OZ wheels)
It would cost me £6000 to trade up (ouch) & I don't even get front fog lights..
Sti nice ride great brakes, but if you had a ppp my01 (speed is not that different).
Whilst I have the money, I won't be spending it on a new sti!!(not til they do it with lights!!) My monies are going on Leda suspension!!!
It would cost me £6000 to trade up (ouch) & I don't even get front fog lights..
Sti nice ride great brakes, but if you had a ppp my01 (speed is not that different).
Whilst I have the money, I won't be spending it on a new sti!!(not til they do it with lights!!) My monies are going on Leda suspension!!!
26 January 2002, 12:50 AM
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Sasman - fair enuff matey, kinda lost the thread (aka plot)
Scott - your UK300 is awesome power wise, I think you need to test drive the new STi and look deeper, it has far more potential for carrying a lot more power mate. But to re-iterate, watching yours step out sideways when accelerating was quite cool
Alex
Scott - your UK300 is awesome power wise, I think you need to test drive the new STi and look deeper, it has far more potential for carrying a lot more power mate. But to re-iterate, watching yours step out sideways when accelerating was quite cool
Alex