2008 STi Info........ - Page 3

cndxrs · 01-17-2007, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Java Blizack

Actually a lot of cars have been lighter than their predecessors. The 5 series BMW is 100lbs. lighter, and its bigger. The new Jag sedan has lightweight aluminum panels thru-out the body. 200lbs. lighter. I think it will be the same weight or maybe a tad lighter. Remember, the japanese cannot substitute heavier for lighter that easy. They are too
worried about gas mileage.

Subaru to Discontinue Use of Aluminum Body Panels

Given subby has already announced plans to discontinue use of aluminum body panels due to costs, i wouldn't get my hopes up for more costly light weight materials to find their way to the 08 model

The new 5 series BMW you mentioned has All-aluminum suspension and body front section components to achieve its weight balance....

sounds like different strategies if you as me... my bet is that it gets fatter

YeloFva · 01-17-2007, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by cndxrs

Probally was the less powerfull ST, not the RS.

No, the RS is the model that came out before the ST. We got the SVT and europe recieved the RS (I believe it was turboed with around 250hp, don't really feel like searching for the exact specs.)

cndxrs · 01-17-2007, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by YeloFva

No, the RS is the model that came out before the ST. We got the SVT and europe recieved the RS (I believe it was turboed with around 250hp, don't really feel like searching for the exact specs.)

double post?

cndxrs · 01-17-2007, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by YeloFva

No, the RS is the model that came out before the ST. We got the SVT and europe recieved the RS (I believe it was turboed with around 250hp, don't really feel like searching for the exact specs.)

The RS was last produced on the previous generation Focus, the RS shown above is a concept and is not yet for sale. The ST (222hp) is

Dirty Bird 15 · 01-17-2007, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Muffnbluff

Well, I guess I should go ahead and get some alky injection this spring cuz I'm not buying a hatchback.

HAHAHA!

That sounds good.

Sedan FTW!

Rmiller · 01-17-2007, 12:47 PM

No way there won't be a sedan. I'm not worried. Who the hell makes this crap up?

RallyMe · 01-17-2007, 12:54 PM

This better be false...I really don't wanna end up buying a used 06 or 07 STI!!

nolimite · 01-17-2007, 01:08 PM

im not sure but if subaru make this wrx and sti like that there would lose a big here because if there make a 5 doors do competition the EVO X the look most be ****ing and ****ing original because mitsu would pass SUBARU

i better like my 2007 sti and be ready to see those FAT evo !

scubadiver424 · 01-17-2007, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Java Blizack

as usual...everyone is going to have a change of heart when the new model comes out on the showroom floor.

Im with you there, thats how i got an 06 and love the looks of it

YeloFva · 01-17-2007, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by cndxrs

The RS was last produced on the previous generation Focus, the RS shown above is a concept and is not yet for sale. The ST (222hp) is

Whoops, my bad. Your right

nolimite · 01-17-2007, 01:24 PM

Ordinary ! Lolll

T3h_Clap · 01-17-2007, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by YeloFva

Well for Subaru I assumed that the Impreza was there best selling vehicle. Is it not?

nope legacy wins that one

big will · 01-17-2007, 01:42 PM

I will choose my next car purchase strictly by the way the car performs. Who cares what shape the car is when they are as much fun to drive as these cars are

fourseasonsandles · 01-17-2007, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by scubadiver424

Im with you there, thats how i got an 06 and love the looks of it

Agreed on that.. I was dead set on an 05 until I saw the 06 S204 in CGM. The sound of a hatch doesnt sound that good to me either, but I would rather wait to see it before I judge.

boulderrex · 01-17-2007, 02:13 PM

My semi-educated guess is that there will not be a MY08 STI, and a 3 door hatch will be the only STI in 2009. The MY08 WRX will be a hatch though.

Subaru WRC needs more work and testing done on a new body style STI, unless they want to finish behind Citroen, Peugot, and the others (again). I would think that will happen before a new body comes over here.

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boulderrex Amateur STI Driver Car: silver 04 STI Location: Boulder, CO Posts: 47 Join Date: May 2006 Trader Rating: (3)	My semi-educated guess is that there will not be a MY08 STI, and a 3 door hatch will be the only STI in 2009. The MY08 WRX will be a hatch though. Subaru WRC needs more work and testing done on a new body style STI, unless they want to finish behind Citroen, Peugot, and the others (again). I would think that will happen before a new body comes over here. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

01-17-2007, 12:47 PM	#36
Rmiller STI Driver Car: 06 STI Fav Mod: Stock! Posts: 261 Join Date: Feb 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	No way there won't be a sedan. I'm not worried. Who the hell makes this crap up?

01-17-2007, 12:54 PM	#37
RallyMe Senior STI Driver Posts: 333 Join Date: Oct 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	This better be false...I really don't wanna end up buying a used 06 or 07 STI!!

01-17-2007, 01:08 PM	#38
nolimite Amateur STI Driver Posts: 40 Join Date: Dec 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	im not sure but if subaru make this wrx and sti like that there would lose a big here because if there make a 5 doors do competition the EVO X the look most be **ing and **ing original because mitsu would pass SUBARU i better like my 2007 sti and be ready to see those FAT evo !

01-17-2007, 01:24 PM	#41
nolimite Amateur STI Driver Posts: 40 Join Date: Dec 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Ordinary ! Lolll

01-17-2007, 01:42 PM	#43
big will STI Driver Car: 06 AW STI on gold Fav Mod: CBRD tune Location: Lancaster PA Posts: 299 Join Date: Apr 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	I will choose my next car purchase strictly by the way the car performs. Who cares what shape the car is when they are as much fun to drive as these cars are