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#3071 of 3121 Re: PS [ateixeira] by nippononly

May 11, 2009 (1:10 pm)

Replying to: ateixeira (May 11, 2009 11:39 am)
I think the NA Coopers run regular unleaded now, don't they? It's just the turbos that run premium? I could be wrong, but something in the back of my mind is telling me that.
 
The 2.0 in the Mazda3 doesn't really "sip" gas. My sister has one (a sedan of course) and only pulls high 20s, which is where I am at with the OBS with a LOT more torque and another half liter of displacement. They could offer a 2L Mazda3 hatch for other reasons though: offer it with the base package like the sedan and achieve a nice low price for folks who prefer 5 doors to 4.
 
So what if Subaru were to some day bring over the JDM 2.0 for the Impreza? I might be into that if there were a substantial improvement in fuel economy, but then I would expect it to be slow, as it is not FAST even now. Strong, a good highway cruiser, but not particularly fast.
 
I think part of the reason Impreza is a much stronger seller these last 18 months than ever before is because the price has stayed relatively constant for years now, while the market around it has jumped up in price, helped first by the Mazda3 in 2004 and then by the new Civic in 2006. By keeping prices steady, Subaru has pretty much erased the AWD "premium" for Impreza now.

#3072 of 3121 Re: PS [nippononly] by ateixeira

May 11, 2009 (1:53 pm)

Replying to: nippononly (May 11, 2009 1:10 pm)
I'm pretty sure even the base engine wants premium, though I'm not sure if it's required or merely recommended. Same for the Smart ForTwo, oddly enough.
 
Last time I checked they (Subaru) had a 2.0l in Japan that made 156hp, though I'm not sure about the torque number (it was probably listed in nM anyway).
 
Now that the 2.5l is making 170-175hp they may think about offering a smaller engine on the lighter cars. I think it would make sense.

#3073 of 3121 MINI Cooper runs on premium by shawmou

May 12, 2009 (11:03 am)

Yes. All Coopers run on premium gas. It is the requirement.
 
ateixeira is right. Once you add the options it's easily over $30,000.

#3074 of 3121 Wouldn't you know it?? by nippononly

May 24, 2009 (11:23 am)

As soon as I go for the 2.9% financing, Subaru starts a 0% promotion, 60 months and all, for the OBS. Should have waited a little longer, but who knew.....
 
I had an idle half hour the other night and went looking for any reviews specifically of the OBS, and has anyone else here ever tried that? It's an impossible task! 98% of all Impreza reviews are of the WRX or STi, and the remaining 2% are devoted exclusively to the base 2.5i. Two of the principal interior complaints in those 2.5i reviews - the steering wheel and shifter plastic - are resolved in the OBS with its leather wraps.
 
I did find one review of the '98 OBS, which brought me back memories of my first one (a '97). A couple of months back I saw the woman who bought mine, she still has it and it has over 230K miles now. They keep on tickin' if you take care of them. Of course, that '97 had the very fabulous 2.2L engine.

#3075 of 3121 Re: Wouldn't you know it?? [nippononly] by rsholland

May 24, 2009 (11:29 am)

Replying to: nippononly (May 24, 2009 11:23 am)
Keep an eye on that leather-wrapped steering wheel. I'm having mine in my WRX replaced, as it's starting to fray in a couple of spots, and I've only got 8K on the car. The service manager said he had another customer with a Legacy GT with the same problem. Might there be a problem/trend starting here?
 
Bob

#3076 of 3121 Re: Wouldn't you know it?? [nippononly] by ateixeira

May 26, 2009 (12:43 pm)

Replying to: nippononly (May 24, 2009 11:23 am)
You got off easy - the rebate on my Miata went from $2500 to $5000.
 
I did write a letter to Mazda and they sent me a gift card to purchase some accessories.
 
Write a nice letter to SoA, it can't hurt.
 
One stamp earned me $100 in accessories. Rubber floor mats, a cargo net, and maybe some touch-up paint, most likely.
 
Hint: be nice, tell them you're a returning Subaru customer, kill them with kindness.

#3077 of 3121 Re: Guidance Please! [slickrick1] by shawmou

May 27, 2009 (7:28 am)

Replying to: slickrick1 (Mar 15, 1999 10:42 pm)
Hi Rick,
 
I bought my OBS in February and have the following options:
- rubber floor mats (best for the winters)
- mud guard
- home link/auto-dimming mirror with compass
- bumper cover
- center armrest (I used to drove a manual trans so my right arm needs a place to rest)
 
I installed the following (parts bought from the dealer):
- fog light protector (I had fog lights hit by rocks in the past)
- stainless exhaust extension
 
Like:
- overall refinement
- style and color – sage green (personal preference)
- Subaru’s famous symmetrical AWD
- world class safety features
- A great car for the money
 
Dislike (the below comments really don’t bother me. All personal preferences):
- seat’s fabric
- fuel economy (not terrible but could be better)
- Subaru’s famous engine noise
- no map pocket on the back of the driver seat
- small storage up front
 
Plan to add:
- tinted back windows
 
Good luck.
 
Shawmou

#3078 of 3121 Re: Wouldn't you know it?? [ateixeira] by nippononly

May 27, 2009 (10:56 pm)

Replying to: ateixeira (May 26, 2009 12:43 pm)
Well, IIRC the total of the interest on my loan is close to $2000, so my story is almost as bad as your Miata story!
 
Not a bad idea about writing them for some extra love, what can it hurt? I will do it this weekend. Wish me luck!

#3079 of 3121 Re: Wouldn't you know it?? [nippononly] by ateixeira

May 28, 2009 (8:39 am)

Replying to: nippononly (May 27, 2009 10:56 pm)
Good luck. I'm off to get some rubber mats and a cargo net!

#3080 of 3121 Re: Wouldn't you know it?? [ateixeira] by nippononly

May 31, 2009 (12:29 am)

Replying to: ateixeira (May 28, 2009 8:39 am)
Well, my letter is away, and I emphasized that I am a repeat customer. Who knows what it will bring, but it sure would be nice to be financed at 0% instead of 2.9.....I think they put the new promo on less than a week after I signed on the dotted line...... :-/

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