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Offline vz64

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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #40 on: January 16, 2008, 11:14:48 pm »
Quote from: Zombie on January 16, 2008, 04:14:15 pm
Quote from: quadzilla on January 16, 2008, 04:05:27 pm

* Personally I don't think people cross shop these two cars

I wouldn't think so If you want a BMW and can afford one you get a BMW.


You might be surprised how many people cross-shop STi and BMW... One of the longest tread on iwsti.com dedicated to 08STi/135 cross shoping:

http://www.iwsti.com/forums/2008-sti-discussion/94845-2008-sti-bmw-135-1-series-pricing-sponsored-www-1series-com.html

Personally, I am considering both 08 STi & S-line A3 (maybe S3 if it gets here) as a replacement to my STi.

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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #41 on: January 17, 2008, 11:59:41 am »
Quote from: vz64 on January 16, 2008, 11:14:48 pm
Quote from: Zombie on January 16, 2008, 04:14:15 pm
Quote from: quadzilla on January 16, 2008, 04:05:27 pm

* Personally I don't think people cross shop these two cars

I wouldn't think so If you want a BMW and can afford one you get a BMW.


You might be surprised how many people cross-shop STi and BMW... One of the longest tread on iwsti.com dedicated to 08STi/135 cross shoping:

http://www.iwsti.com/forums/2008-sti-discussion/94845-2008-sti-bmw-135-1-series-pricing-sponsored-www-1series-com.html

Personally, I am considering both 08 STi & S-line A3 (maybe S3 if it gets here) as a replacement to my STi.



Same here.  I'm cross shopping the Evo X/new Ralliart (depending on what it turns out to be) with the A3 3.2 and the 135.  I need auto (bah, getting old sucks some times), want fast, and kinda like the AWD options.  Prefer the STi to the new EVO (hatch, subaru, etc.) but need the whiz-bang new gearbox.

vz - surprised you'd look at an A3, it is definitely much softer.  To me it is luxury with some serious driving compromises (Audi) vs all out sports car econo-box (Evo/Sti) vs middle ground that has no AWD and old slushbox (135).  I'm leaning to the Ralliart to save some dough and get a great car with the core features of the new gearbox, decent power, and AWD.
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #42 on: January 17, 2008, 12:42:24 pm »
Quote from: vz64 on January 16, 2008, 11:14:48 pm
Quote from: Zombie on January 16, 2008, 04:14:15 pm
Quote from: quadzilla on January 16, 2008, 04:05:27 pm
* Personally I don't think people cross shop these two cars
I wouldn't think so If you want a BMW and can afford one you get a BMW.
You might be surprised how many people cross-shop STi and BMW... One of the longest tread on iwsti.com dedicated to 08STi/135 cross shoping:
http://www.iwsti.com/forums/2008-sti-discussion/94845-2008-sti-bmw-135-1-series-pricing-sponsored-www-1series-com.html
Personally, I am considering both 08 STi & S-line A3 (maybe S3 if it gets here) as a replacement to my STi.

The Evo X is the obvious competitor, I don't know enough about the upcoming S3 to consider it but I do find the 135 surprising since I'm not really a big fan of the 135. It looks really small and awkward, although I'm sure it will be wicked fast with a really nice interior. Also it seems like people either like hatchbacks or hate them so if you like the hatch get the STI if not get the Evo or 135.
I would understand people cross shopping in Europe where they have the hatchback 1 series which I like since it seems to look better balanced then the coupe.
In reality people can cross shop any cars they want.
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #43 on: January 17, 2008, 02:34:51 pm »
Quote from: davidm on January 17, 2008, 11:59:41 am
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vz - surprised you'd look at an A3, it is definitely much softer.  To me it is luxury with some serious driving compromises (Audi) vs all out sports car econo-box (Evo/Sti) vs middle ground that has no AWD and old slushbox (135).  I'm leaning to the Ralliart to save some dough and get a great car with the core features of the new gearbox, decent power, and AWD.

S3 is AWD and so is A3 S-line; I know, I know, A3 doesn't have a "true" AWD system, but it will do for me. Ideally, I would get AWD A3/S3 with TDI. Hopefully, Audi will bring their diesel models to NA soon (wishful thinking).  Maybe I am getting old, or maybe I am looking forward to getting a pilot license... 
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #44 on: January 17, 2008, 08:06:53 pm »
Quote from: vz64 on January 17, 2008, 02:34:51 pm
Quote from: davidm on January 17, 2008, 11:59:41 am
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vz - surprised you'd look at an A3, it is definitely much softer.  To me it is luxury with some serious driving compromises (Audi) vs all out sports car econo-box (Evo/Sti) vs middle ground that has no AWD and old slushbox (135).  I'm leaning to the Ralliart to save some dough and get a great car with the core features of the new gearbox, decent power, and AWD.

S3 is AWD and so is A3 S-line; I know, I know, A3 doesn't have a "true" AWD system, but it will do for me. Ideally, I would get AWD A3/S3 with TDI. Hopefully, Audi will bring their diesel models to NA soon (wishful thinking).  Maybe I am getting old, or maybe I am looking forward to getting a pilot license... 

If you are prepared to install the Pre-X mods for the Haldex, you can get it funneling power to the rear wheels pretty much all the time.  Even with AWD, the A3 3.2 is the softest car in this bunch.  Not bad at all (possibly what I pick) just a big step down (sport wise) from an STI.  I'd be very surprised if we see an S3, let alone a big TDI A3 in North America in the near future.

Good to know I'm not alone in my crazy list!  ;)
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #45 on: January 17, 2008, 08:27:41 pm »
There's a shootout between the new STi, the new EVO, plus 2 other EVOs at Edmunds...
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #46 on: January 18, 2008, 10:57:05 am »
Quote from: Zombie on January 17, 2008, 12:42:24 pm
In reality people can cross shop any cars they want.

Exactly. For my next car I will indeed cross shop the 135i, STi, and EVO
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #47 on: January 18, 2008, 09:10:56 pm »
I just took a look at the new STI on Subaru Canada's website, and couldn't believe what I saw listed as standard equipment: "DVD Player: Front dash integrated with 7" tilt adjustable screen."

WTF!?!  ???

I can sort of see the appeal of a DVD player in your minivan, or maybe in your riced-out Civic wanna-be show car, but who the hell needs or wants one in what's supposed to be a focused, hard core road weapon like the STI?

It would be bad enough if the thing was optional, but to make it standard?  :P
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #48 on: January 18, 2008, 09:18:01 pm »
Quote from: SiRCivic on January 18, 2008, 09:10:56 pm
I just took a look at the new STI on Subaru Canada's website, and couldn't believe what I saw listed as standard equipment: "DVD Player: Front dash integrated with 7" tilt adjustable screen."

WTF!?!  ???

I can sort of see the appeal of a DVD player in your minivan, or maybe in your riced-out Civic wanna-be show car, but who the hell needs or wants one in what's supposed to be a focused, hard core road weapon like the STI?

It would be bad enough if the thing was optional, but to make it standard?  :P

Is it really a DVD player or just a Navigation unit?

Perhaps there's a typo...?  Can anyone confirm? 
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #49 on: January 18, 2008, 09:21:48 pm »
Seems real to me. Here's the blurb on the website:

"As entertaining as the drive is in the WRX STI, a front dash integrated DVD entertainment system with 7" tilt adjustable screen and digital sound technologies provides an equally entertaining break when needed."

http://www.subaru.ca/WebPage.aspx?WebPageID=6823&Range=WRX%20STI&ModelYear=2008&WebSiteID=282
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #50 on: January 18, 2008, 09:32:17 pm »
Quote from: SiRCivic on January 18, 2008, 09:21:48 pm
Seems real to me. Here's the blurb on the website:

"As entertaining as the drive is in the WRX STI, a front dash integrated DVD entertainment system with 7" tilt adjustable screen and digital sound technologies provides an equally entertaining break when needed."

http://www.subaru.ca/WebPage.aspx?WebPageID=6823&Range=WRX%20STI&ModelYear=2008&WebSiteID=282

That's crazy!

But i bet it doesn't work if the car is in any gear, other than neutral. 

Secondly, if one buys this type of car, then buy to drive it.  Not to watch Finding Nemo!
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #51 on: January 18, 2008, 09:44:08 pm »
There's a video input in the arwrest so you can even hookup your PS3 if you want.
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #52 on: January 19, 2008, 11:06:15 am »
Drop that DVD crap and the $$$ wheels and make the price $39,995.
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #53 on: January 19, 2008, 11:27:10 am »
Under $40G + GST for a STi will be an awesome price. On par with the U$ pricing.
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #54 on: January 21, 2008, 02:32:54 pm »
Clarkson's take on the STi and the Subaru sub-culture. Pretty funny.

http://driving.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/driving/jeremy_clarkson/article3209571.ece

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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #55 on: January 21, 2008, 03:37:58 pm »
Quote from: ghost on January 21, 2008, 02:32:54 pm
Clarkson's take on the STi and the Subaru sub-culture. Pretty funny.

http://driving.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/driving/jeremy_clarkson/article3209571.ece



Funny….but he also hates the 335 or any BMW for that matter.
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #56 on: January 21, 2008, 03:45:26 pm »
Are there any cars that Clarkson likes? I find him to be a poor read and generally ignore him  :P
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
« Reply #57 on: January 21, 2008, 04:47:54 pm »
He has tha HOTTS fer those chicky Poos nobody ovr here has heard aboot that run that cheap arse Tercel thingie onna olde Airodrome  and get IT UP ta 80KPH!!!!...wots that ABOUT TURBO BOB ???..has he BURNED all the Trailers and Camper Vans inna SW of England and needs a NEW GIG!!!
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
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Re: Spied: 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
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