Perscitus Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 I'm warming up to it...I wanna see it in something other than red.There are a few links 2-3 thread pages back to AU and CAN sites/blogs/mags that show the car in white and silver. Plus if you watch the LA Auto show video past 16 minutes (used to be 31+ minutes but they seem to have edited it down) you'll see an SoA guy give an in-depth (still fairly lame) overview of a white USDM one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmmrdwn Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 You guys are like a bunch of prom queens whining over some girl who wore the same dress. If you haven't noticed that is the Subaru design team mantra the past 10 years. "Copy parts here and there form other cars." Are you a bunch of drivers or glamour queens? Who gives a crap if it drives good? Maybe it's remnants of the bugeyed era that wanted to be noticed for being different. That's understandable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WraithAkaMrak Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 I drive a 4th-gen Legacy. Understated is fine by me. The less attention from cops and wannabe-racers, the better. Those who want a bit more flash may be better served by the STi (which we haven't seen yet). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perscitus Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Some fresh photos of the JDM model in ISM: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 : Kinda looks like a Mitsu Outlander in the front Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imprezsing04 Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Actually, recently its been stated a few times the goal with this car was to broaden its appeal. That's why it comes with 100% more Corolla. Its all about the money. why not make it look like the #1 selling car in the world? lol. Subaru sees sales increase with their mainstream designs. the might lose subaru enthusiasts but they gain tons of mainstream consumers. subaru enthusiasts will buy them even though they are quirky and gets less gas mileage than everyone and not the best acceleration, not the cheapest, not the best trunk or leg space, not the best amenities, etc...etc. but average consumers sees it doesnt have those and look away. but now they see they look good and have a best in class something and then they buy them and realize oh they are good cars. "Toyota Corolla, the world’s most popular car, surpassed 40 million in July 2013, reaching 40.01 million units." In 2012: "a total of 3,180 Corollas were sold every day across more than 150 countries and regions." Sales: Toyota Corolla Jan-July 2013: 650,072 Jan-July 2012: 652,846 Ford Focus Jan-July 2013: 647,866 Jan-Jul 2012: 575,281 Subaru Impreza/XV Jan-July 2013: 135,645 Jan-July 2013: 100,763 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imprezsing04 Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Corolla sales beat all 8 subaru models combined sales lol Jan - Aug 2013 Jan-Aug 2012 Forester 73,752 50,505 Impreza 41,951 49,130 Impreza WRX 12,259 8,450 Legacy 30,504 31,465 Outback 81,930 74,621 Tribeca 1,131 1,399 BRZ 5,642 2,210 XV Crosstrek 34,483 n/a TOTAL 281,652 217,780 "August was our best-ever with demand strong across all models. Significant to our success this year is more than half our sales are to people new to Subaru," said Bill Cyphers, senior vice president of sales, Subaru of America, Inc. "More and more people are recognizing our core brand attributes of longevity, safety, versatility and adventure." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmmrdwn Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Drivers know the difference between a Corroda and WRX. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Corolla Buyer: A person that wants to be more average than a Volvo 240 owner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imprezsing04 Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Corolla Buyer: A person that wants to be more average than a Volvo 240 owner. Lol my fiancee drives a corolla (she is my avatar) I am trying to trade that thing in for a rex for her Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 The Rolla is a easy offload b/c they are a easy re-sell id at least explore that idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 That FA20 DIT is a beast 268hp 258trq low mounted EL integrated unit i can already see insane power gains maybe this will benefit 10-12' LGT guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishbone Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 You guys are like a bunch of prom queens whining over some girl who wore the same dress. If you haven't noticed that is the Subaru design team mantra the past 10 years. "Copy parts here and there form other cars." Are you a bunch of drivers or glamour queens? Who gives a crap if it drives good? Maybe it's remnants of the bugeyed era that wanted to be noticed for being different. That's understandable. What exactly is your goal in discussions such as this one? Is it, maybe, to steer the discussion into a rational, objective, cool headed direction? Do you feel that your reply accomplishes that goal? If you had a valid point, it got lost in the ad hominems. And you also set-up a false dichotomy. Why does it have to be either a glamour queen or a driver. It can be both! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCHM1AN Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Don't think this has been posted yet, but this link has a video and a copy of the WRX Brochure: 2015 WRX "Guided Tour" Damn, I didn't know Hondas made that much torque! (Page 8) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCHM1AN Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 Yeah, more or less the same thing. Then there's the difference between push vs pull style CVT, bottom line is when the torque output is notably higher than stock, the question is if the tension force put on the chain would cause it to slip. Essentially I personally would rather have a clutch. To repair/replace chain/pulleys or generally work on a CVT is, at the moment, still more expensive. Oh well! When you test drive it just press on the accelerator half way and let it speed up. There is no jerking motion between gears. At first it feels like a slipping clutch until you get used to it. I think I will test drive it as well. It end up with one next year. So... if you add more power to a transmission that already feels like a slipping clutch, then how will you know if it's slipping or not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishbone Posted November 21, 2013 Share Posted November 21, 2013 A driver that is accustomed and familiar with their car would be able to tell. I've driven several CVTs on a regular basis and once you get over that initial unlearning what you are instinctively anticipating it to behave like a geared transmission, you can definitely tell when something isn't working right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrD123 Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 I want that steering wheel! wonder if it will fit the Legacy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 I want that steering wheel! wonder if it will fit the Legacy... I know. I was looking at my stupid, boring Legacy GT steering wheel today wishing the bottom was flat...Okay Subaru. Ya got me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmmrdwn Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 What exactly is your goal in discussions such as this one? Is it, maybe, to steer the discussion into a rational, objective, cool headed direction? Do you feel that your reply accomplishes that goal? If you had a valid point, it got lost in the ad hominems. And you also set-up a false dichotomy. Why does it have to be either a glamour queen or a driver. It can be both! Not a false dichotomy. Fact supported by autocritics. WRX drivers are generally more interested in how the car performs than how it looks. Look at the fugly bugeye and last edition. Not to mention the worthless ugly spoilers that did nothing on some years/models. Now they look like a Corolla and people whine. Ugly didn't stop them from buying before. The WRX hasn't been a styling success over the years. It's just funny to hear people complaining the WRX matches one of the best selling cars (Toyota Corolla) on the planet. http://carzz.co/designbook/473/ten-fast-but-ugly-cars/ http://www.forbes.com/sites/jimhenry/2013/03/28/new-york-auto-show-subaru-unveils-the-new-subaru-wrx/ http://jalopnik.com/the-2015-subaru-wrx-isnt-ugly-but-it-is-boring-1468405139 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PokerMunkee Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 Wow, it looks great in silver. I'm having high hopes for the next Legacy now. http://images.smh.com.au/2013/11/20/4939758/wrx_600a-600x400.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 I they made it really pretty (riced out) model it would leave no room for the kids to practice their art! I know a hella flush model would not sell as well since it would be a wanna be! As soon as someone mods it and puts pics on the net the comments will turn around. --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David2013tundra Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 Don't think this has been posted yet, but this link has a video and a copy of the WRX Brochure: 2015 WRX "Guided Tour" Now I really want one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David2013tundra Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 Don't think this has been posted yet, but this link has a video and a copy of the WRX Brochure: 2015 WRX "Guided Tour" Not a false dichotomy. Fact supported by autocritics. WRX drivers are generally more interested in how the car performs than how it looks. Look at the fugly bugeye and last edition. Not to mention the worthless ugly spoilers that did nothing on some years/models. Now they look like a Corolla and people whine. Ugly didn't stop them from buying before. The WRX hasn't been a styling success over the years. It's just funny to hear people complaining the WRX matches one of the best selling cars (Toyota Corolla) on the planet. http://carzz.co/designbook/473/ten-fast-but-ugly-cars/ http://www.forbes.com/sites/jimhenry/2013/03/28/new-york-auto-show-subaru-unveils-the-new-subaru-wrx/ http://jalopnik.com/the-2015-subaru-wrx-isnt-ugly-but-it-is-boring-1468405139 . "BEAUTY IS IN TH EYES OF THE BEHOLDER." This is my lucky year. Both My 2013 Legacy 3.6R and Tundra 5.7 were in top 10 as UGLIEST CAR/Truck. :spin: The 2015 WRX or Legacy will break the trend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCHM1AN Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 I'm hoping by the time my Bugeye wagon chits the bed, someone has taken the depreciation on one of these and I can pick it up for a song Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmmrdwn Posted November 22, 2013 Share Posted November 22, 2013 . "BEAUTY IS IN TH EYES OF THE BEHOLDER." This is my lucky year. Both My 2013 Legacy 3.6R and Tundra 5.7 were in top 10 as UGLIEST CAR/Truck. :spin: The 2015 WRX or Legacy will break the trend. Don't worry about your taste. You are fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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