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[Autoblog] Underneath, it is an A-spec "luxury" version of the japanese WRX STI. They have had an A-spec, or A-line, or whatever they call the automatic version, for a few years now.

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[IWSTI.com: Subaru WRX STI Forums] For all the newbies wondering about reliability.... - IWSTI.com ...: Has any noticed the trends of all these cars being Sub 07 production models? Try doing that with an 08 STi or 09 wrx...LOL.

[Modified RSS Feed] Subaru Impreza WRX STI Spec C - Modified Magazine: Subaru has bestowed the vaunted badge on the latest iteration of its flagship performer, the WRX STI. Unfortunately, the Spec C is a JDM-only model and, sadly, Subie is only pumping out 900 units.

[IWSTI.com: Subaru WRX STI Forums] new to the STi scene - IWSTI.com: Subaru WRX STI Forums: Before asking questions like these, I can tell you from experience that it has been answered before. Just do a search and your life will be much easier.

Straightline: The JDM-spec 2.0-liter turbo boxer four remains under the hood, but the automaker fitted redesigned ball-bearing-type turbocharger to reduce friction and remapped the ECU to improve throttle response. The top-mounted intercooler also gets a water sprayer to keep intake air temps constant even under high-load conditions.

[CarReview] Subaru Impreza WRX STI Carbon Rolls Out at Tokyo Show: Of interest is a limited run WRX from Subaru called the Subaru Impreza WRX STI Carbon. Clearly, a car slathered with this much of the wonder material is not aimed at moms toting around the kids or the junior level business exec who wants to tell people he’s “made it”.

[Autoblog] Tokyo Preview: Subaru WRX STI Carbon doesn't make sense ”” Autoblog: Based on the Subaru Impreza WRX STI A-Line model with 5 speed automatic transmission that offers distinctive driving performance to a wider range of customers, the Subaru Impreza WRX CARBON features the use of carbon material in the roof to achieve both a significant weight reduction and a lower center of gravity. In addition, the suede fabric used in the interior enhances driving excitement and pride of ownership.

[ClubWRX Forum - Subaru Impreza WRX and STi Community and Forums] Up pipe? - ClubWRX Forum - Subaru Impreza WRX and STi Community ...: I am not positive but i think the sti headers will fit, headers wont do a lot for you other than changing the engine notes a bit, but at that price it sounds pretty good. Lastly try to remove your sensor before you remove the u upipe from the car, otherwise you will need a vice since they tend to be torqued the heck down.

[Straightline] Tokyo Preview: Subaru Impreza WRX STI Carbon: Like most show cars with carbon fiber on them, the Subaru Impreza WRX STI Carbon is meant to draw a certain demographic of auto show attendee over to the Subaru stand. You know who we're talking about.

[Internetautoguide Blogs] Subaru Impreza WRX STI Spec C - What We Want | Auto News Blog at ...: Which is kind of strange really, especially when you consider that the Spec C is the best-handling Impreza STI the company has ever made.

[Book Car Values | Car Shopping | Automotive Blog] Tokyo Preview: Subaru Impreza WRX STI Carbon | Book Car Values ...: At the same time as the unveiling of the Scirocco R at the Frankfurt Auto Show, VW has also announced a new interactive racing game. In it you drive the “Scirocco R 24 hour Challenge” through a series of difficult corners...

Straightline: What I like most about the STI is the aggessive look and upgraded interior, but I doubt I'll muster the cake to purchase that top ride. So, a proper WRX with a dose of attitude (removing it from Corollaland) and a fair price would find me skipping all the way to the dealer.

[Car Advice | News Blog] Subaru announces WRX STi Spec C : Car Advice | News Blog: Subaru has launched an uprated model of its iconic WRX STi for the Japan market, the Spec C, which is certain the get the hearts of fans racing, although currently there are no plans for the model to come to Australia.

[New Car News Blog] Subaru Impreza WRX Sti Review Test: There’s a small roundish metal dial labelled “SI-DRIVE” just behind the six-speed shifter. You have three engine map settings to play with here, Intelligent (I) for smooth and economical driving, Sport (S) for all round performance and Sport Sharp (S#) which the press release describe as “Truly dynamic engine performance”.

Straightline: Much has been written of Subaru's efforts to smooth away the rawness of the previous STI and that came out during Project General Manager Hiroshi Mori's brief speech. "The WRX STI was tested and refined on the Nurburgring,"

[World One Performance Blog] The WRX/STI/LGT/Forester XT Power Mod Path, Part 6 | World One ...: We’re lucky at this point in time because there’s a wide variety of turbo upgrades available for Subarus to match just about every person’s needs, from upgrades for daily drivers all the way to full-on drag racing turbos. This wasn’t always the case however, and there was a time early in the age of the 02-03 WRXs that it was almost unfathomable that a WRX could run a quarter-mile in the 10s, much less the 12s.

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