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Future Vehicles 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX
1480 messages, Last post on Jul 06, 2009 at 4:52 PM
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Replying to: ateixeira (Jul 08, 2008 6:22 am) I don't think Subaru sells one for the 2008 models and I would wonder why ? They did sell one in the past for the 2007 and prior year models. |
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I think I have it all together. The dealer was showing me pricing...they said the models they have are stock with no options...except the "short throw shifter" on each of them. All the websites I read have this listed as standard. Are they throwing undercoating and floor mats at me prior to actually getting the the 1 yard line? Is this an add-on or standard? I feel like I am not getting a straight answer. I emailed subaru, but haven't heard back. If I can nail this down, there is a good chance I will pick it up Saturday. They said they would put all seasons on at no charge. Unfortunately I am not sure which tires they were going to swap on...I will find out tomorrow. They said dunlops. I want to review the price difference too.
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Replying to: sbcooke (Jul 10, 2008 6:42 pm) -mike
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Replying to: paisan (Jul 10, 2008 7:35 pm) There is in fact a shorter throw shifter for the STi. Basically the STi has a shorter throw than the WRX, and then on top of it there is an even shorter throw one that they are selling you. So you aren't getting the run-around. -mike |
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Replying to: sbcooke (Jul 10, 2008 6:42 pm) |
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Thanks for checking. I didn't get a great answer at the dealer today, but I sat in one without the short throw shifter option listed and it did have a longer range, especially second to third. So it does seem like I am getting a good performance enhancement. I finalized the details today and I pick it up tomorrow. Add ons...I am contemplating swapping in all season tires...I have arranged a deal for Michelin Pilot A/S Sport tires for $950 ($1250-$300 for stock) trading in the stock tires. I am not sure it is worth it....Going through the dealer and doing it now means I cannot get to tough with the negotiations...It seems reasonable with profit for all involved as well, essentially like I am throwing out the stock tires (ugh). I can get them for about the same price at tirerack...and keep the stock set around...I did that before with my Isuzu and had an old set of tires around and in the way for years...I think it is probably easiest to just do it all now rather than wait until November to put another set on. They are letting me drive on the stock tires for a week while they order the other ones...so I can change my mind on this one. I am opting for the bumper to bumper extended warranty (7 years/70,000 miles) for $1700. I feel that with a high pressure turbo an extended warranty is worth it. I am getting dealer cost pricing, so it is about $33,300 + $1700 + $950 + tax...all in. Wohoo...great way to end 2 weeks off in the summer. I probably should have bought it before I took vacation, but would never had time otherwise.
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Replying to: sbcooke (Jul 11, 2008 10:31 am) If you really want an extended warranty, get longer mileage (like 7/100K) and deductible - much better choice. Also make sure your anticipated annual mileage matches the limits. Subie extended warranties are fully refundable in 30 days, so you can redo the deal on the spot.
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Replying to: dino001 (Jul 11, 2008 11:12 am) -mike PS: I'm still contemplating the Trooper, trying to figure out how to get it past the wife....
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Replying to: paisan (Jul 11, 2008 11:22 am) 
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Replying to: dino001 (Jul 11, 2008 11:24 am) I think I will keep the tires anyway...essentially I am giving them away. It would be good to have a set of track tires. The Trooper has a short shelf life. Check your email. I think I am getting at least a reasonable price from the dealer so it will go with the deal all things being equal. I am happy to be moving on. Not that I don't love it, but it will need repairs to be a compliant PA vehicle...and I don't want to spend money on it. Any other recommendations for final sale options? Do I want paint protection? Do I want undercoating? etc. I pretty much told them I don't want anything but was interested in an extended warranty. Right now I have a final workup on pricing, but nothing final until I sit down tomorrow.
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