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Article comments for Full Test: 2008 Subaru Tribeca - Just when you thought you were accustomed to the B9 Tribeca's unusual, surprised-bidet face and creature-from-the-depths rear, Subaru has up and revamped the styling to a near-unrecognizable degree. (more)
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Replying to: morey000 (Jun 03, 2007 6:16 am) Subaru insiders point out that the B11S concept car -- the predecessor to the B9 Tribeca production vehicle -- was the first Subie to incorporate the now-notorious propellor-inspired grille. Subaru designer Kiyoshi Sugimoto led that project, although Barcelona-based Fuore Design Int'l's Erwin Himmer was brought in as a consultant. It seems clear to us, though, that Andreas Zapatinas' work at Alfa Romeo inspired Subaru's conversion to the big grille look and led to his position as Subaru's design director. Ironically, the controversy about the grille led to Zapatinas' departure last summer just as the Impreza -- the car he most influneced as design director -- neared production. Zapatinas was born and raised in Greece, and he first got interested in cars as a kid when he saw the Acropolis Rally, so he was very enthusiastic about the new design for the STI. |
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Replying to: SubyTrojan (Jun 03, 2007 8:36 pm) On a different note, I think the fact that the 08 will appeal to a different crowd than the 06-07 did is a good thing. Those folks already have one. The 08 will appeal to people that don't already have one. Sounds like a good business plan to me! 
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Replying to: SubyTrojan (Jun 03, 2007 8:36 pm) I read that article, so technically we cannot blame (or credit) Zapatinas. But it sure has Alfa Romeo traits. So- that's my story and I'm stickin' to it. 
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Replying to: morey000 (Jun 05, 2007 8:48 am)
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Replying to: SubyTrojan (Jun 05, 2007 2:55 pm) 
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Replying to: KarenS (Jun 01, 2007 5:42 am) For me to take another tribeca, i'd need more power still, with even better gas and a way better stereo......subie's always have had crap stereo's, except my '02 VDC with the Mcintosh, why can't they do that again.....with nav and DVD now there's a wow factor..... |
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I am proud to say that I owned Subaru's from 1993-2003 ranging from the Loyale wagon to the Outback Limited version. I was never disappointed in Subura, the reliability and comfort were always there. I average 30k yearly and was never disappointed. I did stray away to the suv-Toyota Highlander and have to admit I miss the Subaru reliabilty. I am looking forward at the 08-09 Tribeca, 5passenger Limited version. I would appreciate comments in this area 
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Replying to: swer82 (Jan 10, 2009 11:58 am) 17-18 mpg around town, 22-23 mpg on the freeway at 70-80mph. Great road car, very stable (it's the AWD) in the snow. Great heat/defrosting. Nice having the 3-speed seat heaters. The sport shift is handy for engine braking going down slippery hills (San Francisco of the north-Duluth, MN). Next year I hope to have a set of Blizzaks on separate wheels- With current financial crisis the tires and wheels are a bit expensive (~$1200). Hope this helps.......
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Replying to: swer82 (Jan 10, 2009 11:58 am) Any how, prices on the Tribeca are lower so it's not a bad time to go shopping. If you want to downsize a little then also consider the new Forester. We have a Limited and love ours. |
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