wylin
08-26-2002, 02:22 PM
This is the Eurospec WRX STI this is pretty much what americans will be getting as an answer to mitushibishi's lancer evolution/ evo 8 model and is currently somewhat inferior: the subaru ismore expensive then the Lancer RS and a tad less then the GSR model (yes lancer uses honda like model trims). So watcha dudes think?
Subaru’s ultimate Impreza WRX – the STi – enters UK dealer showrooms in January 2002 priced from just £25,995 on-the-road. The 265 PS, six-speed road-rocket was first unveiled in European-spec at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2001. Two versions are offered for the United Kingdom – the ‘standard’ STi and the special edition STi Prodrive Style with Prodrive-designed spoilers, grille and front bumper. Both will be designated and badged ‘Type-UK’ to distinguish them from ‘grey’ imports which do not have European Type Approval, and to reflect the additional features standard on the British versions.
These include a Category One alarm/immobiliser, a special satellite tracking system, enhanced rust proofing to cope with the harsh UK weather, locking wheel nuts and a three year/60,000 mile warranty plus three year membership of Subaru Assistance. Instantly recognizable as WRX range-toppers, both models have smoked glass projector beam headlamps, bigger bonnet air intakes and a single large-diameter rear exhaust pipe.
Other shared differences to the regular WRX include special gold-colored spoked alloy wheels, colour-keyed sill spoilers and an interior featuring blue suede-effect seats with STi logos and red stitching for the steering wheel, gear knob and handbrake lever. Also inside - and sure to please enthusiasts - is a switch to spray the intercooler with water. Another device allows the driver to preset a warning buzzer and light to guard against over-revving the engine.
On opening the bonnet, the engine compartment greets owners with a dramatic mixture of colors and detailing. The intake manifold, for example, is painted in red and the enlarged aluminum intercooler emblazoned with ‘STi’ lettering. In addition, the STi Prodrive Style features a massive high-riding boot spoiler, newly designed sill spoilers and a deeper, squarer front bumper. The grille and badging resemble the WRC rally car. Interior enhancements over the standard STi include dark blue-colored instruments with red needles. The Prodrive Style costs £27,495 on-the-road.
The Impreza STi will be available in four colors: WR Blue Mica, Blue Black Mica, Premium Silver Metallic and Pure White, the latter two being special order only. Provide Style customers can choose between WR Blue Mica and Blue Black Mica.
The STi has a top speed of 148 mph and 0-60 mph time of 5.2 seconds from an engine which has been specially developed to meet European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval standards - unlike the Japanese home-market STi.
http://www.fantasycars.com/sedans/japan/sub_newrxsti1.jpg
http://www.fantasycars.com/sedans/japan/sub_newrxsti4.jpg
its still not a luxury car tho
prodrive style
http://www.rsportscars.com/foto/10/impreza_sti_2_800.jpg
link to full article text and more pix (http://www.rsportscars.com/eng/cars/impreza_wrx_sti.asp)
Subaru’s ultimate Impreza WRX – the STi – enters UK dealer showrooms in January 2002 priced from just £25,995 on-the-road. The 265 PS, six-speed road-rocket was first unveiled in European-spec at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2001. Two versions are offered for the United Kingdom – the ‘standard’ STi and the special edition STi Prodrive Style with Prodrive-designed spoilers, grille and front bumper. Both will be designated and badged ‘Type-UK’ to distinguish them from ‘grey’ imports which do not have European Type Approval, and to reflect the additional features standard on the British versions.
These include a Category One alarm/immobiliser, a special satellite tracking system, enhanced rust proofing to cope with the harsh UK weather, locking wheel nuts and a three year/60,000 mile warranty plus three year membership of Subaru Assistance. Instantly recognizable as WRX range-toppers, both models have smoked glass projector beam headlamps, bigger bonnet air intakes and a single large-diameter rear exhaust pipe.
Other shared differences to the regular WRX include special gold-colored spoked alloy wheels, colour-keyed sill spoilers and an interior featuring blue suede-effect seats with STi logos and red stitching for the steering wheel, gear knob and handbrake lever. Also inside - and sure to please enthusiasts - is a switch to spray the intercooler with water. Another device allows the driver to preset a warning buzzer and light to guard against over-revving the engine.
On opening the bonnet, the engine compartment greets owners with a dramatic mixture of colors and detailing. The intake manifold, for example, is painted in red and the enlarged aluminum intercooler emblazoned with ‘STi’ lettering. In addition, the STi Prodrive Style features a massive high-riding boot spoiler, newly designed sill spoilers and a deeper, squarer front bumper. The grille and badging resemble the WRC rally car. Interior enhancements over the standard STi include dark blue-colored instruments with red needles. The Prodrive Style costs £27,495 on-the-road.
The Impreza STi will be available in four colors: WR Blue Mica, Blue Black Mica, Premium Silver Metallic and Pure White, the latter two being special order only. Provide Style customers can choose between WR Blue Mica and Blue Black Mica.
The STi has a top speed of 148 mph and 0-60 mph time of 5.2 seconds from an engine which has been specially developed to meet European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval standards - unlike the Japanese home-market STi.
http://www.fantasycars.com/sedans/japan/sub_newrxsti1.jpg
http://www.fantasycars.com/sedans/japan/sub_newrxsti4.jpg
its still not a luxury car tho
prodrive style
http://www.rsportscars.com/foto/10/impreza_sti_2_800.jpg
link to full article text and more pix (http://www.rsportscars.com/eng/cars/impreza_wrx_sti.asp)