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2010 wrx sti

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#1 of 30 2010 wrx sti by jsylvestre

Dec 21, 2008 (3:52 pm)

just wanted to state a couple of my thoughts on what i think subaru should do with the sti. first i think they need to change the seats color scheme a little,secondly the interior door panels should match that found in the legacy.(currently own a 2008 legacy however will eventually own sti waiting to see 2010 changes) and lastly they should offer a 4dr sti. let me know what you guys think.

#2 of 30 Re: 2010 wrx sti [jsylvestre] by xwesx

Dec 22, 2008 (12:29 pm)

Replying to: jsylvestre (Dec 21, 2008 3:52 pm)
A.... 4 door STi? That simply is not going to happen. The STi is far too specialized with too few units produced/sold for Subaru to invest in two body types for it, and the hatch has more overall appeal, utility, and balance.
 
Also, with the fact that 2008 MY is a complete re-tool for the car, plus several significant tweaks for 2009, I suspect we will not see any major non-mechanical changes in the 2010. Though, it would be nice if they added the cold-weather package to the car.

#3 of 30 Door Panels - Forester by ateixeira

Dec 22, 2008 (2:38 pm)

I say source the door panels from the Forester. It's closer to the Impreza now, yet the door panels are more upscale, with a better elbow rest. It might actually fit as is, or with only slight modifications.
 
The door panels on the Legacy actually are not well designed - the door handle blocks access to the power window controls.
 
So copy the Forester, not the Legacy.

#4 of 30 handle? by jsylvestre

Dec 22, 2008 (4:38 pm)

yes the power controls are blocked however currently owning the legacy i find that the handle is completely necessary for the passanger especially. Does nobody agree? maybe iem way off

#5 of 30 Re: handle? [jsylvestre] by ateixeira

Dec 23, 2008 (8:56 am)

Replying to: jsylvestre (Dec 22, 2008 4:38 pm)
Check out the Forester, it's easy enough to reach. Perhaps because the door itself is smaller.

#6 of 30 Pic by ateixeira

Dec 23, 2008 (8:59 am)


 
There's a pic, you see how similar they are, yet the door panels in the Forester are just a bit nicer. The elbow rest is very well padded, something my 98 Forester did not have, so it stood out to me.

#7 of 30 Re: 2010 wrx sti [xwesx] by paisan

Dec 28, 2008 (1:54 pm)

Replying to: xwesx (Dec 22, 2008 12:29 pm)
Also, with the fact that 2008 MY is a complete re-tool for the car, plus several significant tweaks for 2009, I suspect we will not see any major non-mechanical changes in the 2010. Though, it would be nice if they added the cold-weather package to the car.
 
Actually the 2009 STi is the same as the 2008 other than the white color changed.
 
I expect 2010 to bring a more powerful STi something in the 350hp range.
 
-mike
Subaru Guru and Track Instructor

#8 of 30 Re: 2010 wrx sti [paisan] by tsy

Dec 29, 2008 (2:47 pm)

Replying to: paisan (Dec 28, 2008 1:54 pm)
I agree, and increasing the hp seems like the easiest thing to do.
 
Maybe offer the Spec C here as well?
 
tom

#9 of 30 Re: 2010 wrx sti [tsy] by rsholland

Dec 29, 2008 (3:27 pm)

Replying to: tsy (Dec 29, 2008 2:47 pm)
I would like to see a turbo 3.0 H6 (not 3.6, but 3.0) in the STI. That would allow the ceiling to be raised a bit on the 2.5 WRX and 2.5 GT Imprezas.
 
I'd also like to see a "Limited" trim level be offered on the 2.5 GT, WRX and STI, in which NAV (w/traffic & weather) would be standard, as would leather—and still more sound deadening to further quell road noise. Throw in an upgraded audio system with a 30+ GB hard drive as well, to store music.
 
Bob

#10 of 30 by wrx510

Dec 29, 2008 (3:55 pm)

With the release of the Hyunadai Genesis and Mitsu undoubtly having something in the works, more boost is defitnetly in demand. I don't know about a "limited" package on a STI, we'll leave that to the guys that wear their sisters pants. Subaru should offer a stripped down version of the STI much like the '06-'07 WRX TR wich would be ready for the owners preference of mods and brands of aftermarket goodies.

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