Is Subaru Going Soft....
27 April 2011, 12:43 AM
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Is Subaru Going Soft....
My neighbour has bought a brand new wrx sti Impreza which is very nice but........I think its a little subtle for a Scooby.
I was looking on here at some Scoobies old and new and honestly believe that the newer the model the more soft they have become. Don't get me wrong, there are some stunning modified new shape examples around but out of the factory I think they're looking to much like the average 5 door family car.
I know Im probably gonna get raped for saying it but its just my humble opinion!
I was looking on here at some Scoobies old and new and honestly believe that the newer the model the more soft they have become. Don't get me wrong, there are some stunning modified new shape examples around but out of the factory I think they're looking to much like the average 5 door family car.
I know Im probably gonna get raped for saying it but its just my humble opinion!
27 April 2011, 12:45 AM
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true. saw a new sti in the showroom the other day. would suit a "legacy" name badge very well, as it looks completely understated. but where are the crazy spoilers we all know and love?! haha
27 April 2011, 01:29 AM
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My neighbour has bought a brand new wrx sti Impreza which is very nice but........I think its a little subtle for a Scooby.
I was looking on here at some Scoobies old and new and honestly believe that the newer the model the more soft they have become. Don't get me wrong, there are some stunning modified new shape examples around but out of the factory I think they're looking to much like the average 5 door family car.
I know Im probably gonna get raped for saying it but its just my humble opinion!
I was looking on here at some Scoobies old and new and honestly believe that the newer the model the more soft they have become. Don't get me wrong, there are some stunning modified new shape examples around but out of the factory I think they're looking to much like the average 5 door family car.
I know Im probably gonna get raped for saying it but its just my humble opinion!
The "A-Line" Impreza WRX STI has its rear wing removed.
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27 April 2011, 09:20 AM
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They've taken what was previously a fairly raw car (certainly in classic form), and made it look more like a Mondeo inside and out.
The handling is apparently much better than the outgoing hatch version, and it certainly looks a lot better, but again they've been too restrained.
Don't get me wrong, the Mondeo is a good value car, but being a comfy business car that doesn't stand out from the crowd isn't really what an Impreza is or ever has been about.
Those who wanted a toned down version in terms of looks had the spec D versions to choose from.
I don't see why Subaru have seen fit to try and dull down the very car which is such a big part of their brand to many people.
They have the Legacy and Forester (again both good cars - just not Impreza quick) for those who want to be a little more sensible.
So what exactly are they doing....
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27 April 2011, 10:47 AM
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In terms of price - no!
They've taken what was previously a fairly raw car (certainly in classic form), and made it look more like a Mondeo inside and out.
The handling is apparently much better than the outgoing hatch version, and it certainly looks a lot better, but again they've been too restrained.
Don't get me wrong, the Mondeo is a good value car, but being a comfy business car that doesn't stand out from the crowd isn't really what an Impreza is or ever has been about.
Those who wanted a toned down version in terms of looks had the spec D versions to choose from.
I don't see why Subaru have seen fit to try and dull down the very car which is such a big part of their brand to many people.
They have the Legacy and Forester (again both good cars - just not Impreza quick) for those who want to be a little more sensible.
So what exactly are they doing....
They've taken what was previously a fairly raw car (certainly in classic form), and made it look more like a Mondeo inside and out.
The handling is apparently much better than the outgoing hatch version, and it certainly looks a lot better, but again they've been too restrained.
Don't get me wrong, the Mondeo is a good value car, but being a comfy business car that doesn't stand out from the crowd isn't really what an Impreza is or ever has been about.
Those who wanted a toned down version in terms of looks had the spec D versions to choose from.
I don't see why Subaru have seen fit to try and dull down the very car which is such a big part of their brand to many people.
They have the Legacy and Forester (again both good cars - just not Impreza quick) for those who want to be a little more sensible.
So what exactly are they doing....
27 April 2011, 12:07 PM
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In answer to the question, no I don't think so. Just because they don't have massive spoilers or gold wheels (although you can still get these if you want) doesn't mean they're soft. They're still a great drive, even better with a few tweaks from Litchfields. They're not pretty but still have presence and look really cool in my opinion, certainly wouldn't swap one for a focus or golf.
27 April 2011, 07:12 PM
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Even looking at the latest Impreza.. I can't see what they're trying to do.. looks horrendous. The looks stopped at Hawkeye in my opinion.
28 April 2011, 10:23 AM
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And unfortunately the looks started with the EVO 10 
I think I read somewhere the looks of the new scoob were to do with Subaru getting back to their Nakajima roots as far as styling goes.
I think I read somewhere the looks of the new scoob were to do with Subaru getting back to their Nakajima roots as far as styling goes.
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28 April 2011, 11:20 AM
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It looked rather dull didn't it, as did the Evo of a similar age.
I think the hatch is hideous, but that saloon is not too bad. Probably something to do with distancing the product from the whole 'hot hatch' thing.
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28 April 2011, 12:14 PM
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Having had in the past, a turbo 2000, a P1, and a much modded Forester.
It's a great car................
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It's a great car................
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28 April 2011, 12:31 PM
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